"The first part of the grape season in India has been a bit slow, but the pace is expected to pick up soon," says Amit Kalya, managing director of Kalya Exports, an Indian grape exporter. "The Indian grape season is starting a bit slower than usual, but our regular season should begin in February." read more

In the last year (2023-2024 season), Israel faced a war situation triggered by a deadly attack carried out by Hamas and Hezbollah on civilian communities in the Western Negev, near the Gaza Strip, and in the Galilee in the north, near Lebanon. Despite these challenges, citrus growers in the area continued their operations. read more

"Ekstremalne warunki pogodowe oraz napięcia geopolityczne sprawiły, że rok 2024 był wyzwaniem dla holenderskiego sektora owocowo-warzywnego. W 2024 roku stało się jasne jak nigdy dotąd, że ciągła dostępność owoców i warzyw nie jest rzeczą oczywistą. Pomimo trudności, sektor ten okazał się odporny. Z" read more

Morocco is preparing for a season of great success in terms of citrus exports. According to a recent report from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), as reported by Agrimaroc, the country expects to export a total of 597 thousand tons of citrus fruits during the. read more

A new year brings global opportunities. Last fall, Suntory Flowers Limited acquired its European partner MNP (Moerheim New Plants) in The Netherlands as part of its initiative to expand business in Europe. This new venture will strengthen Suntory's operations in bedding plants as well as in fresh-cut flowers. read more

Avocados from Kenya, passion fruit from Ghana, limes from Colombia, sweet corn from Morocco, ginger from Brazil, citrus fruit from Egypt, pitahayas from Ecuador, and mangoes from Senegal - international buyers will find the best from many developing and emerging countries at the Import Promotion. read more

Zespri Kiwifruit, a New Zealand-based company that is a global leader in the production and marketing of kiwifruit, will once again be a key player in Cortina d'Ampezzo during the women's stage of the Audi Ski FIS World Cup, scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2025. read more

Pięć lat temu w RPA, firma Caracal Fruit Trading została założona jako część Jaguar The Fresh Company. Z Marcel Blignautem jako dyrektorem zarządzającym w Paarl, firma skupia się na eksporcie południowoafrykańskich owoców z gatunków "top fruit" oraz cytrusów do Europy, reszty Afryki, Bliskiego i Środkowego Wschodu. "Sprzedajemy read more

Planning the blueberry growing season requires a precise approach and access to high-quality plant protection products. Key treatments performed at the right time can significantly impact the health of the plants and the abundance of the harvest.

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W listopadzie i grudniu 2024 roku Maroko rozpoczęło wysyłkę mandarynek Clemenules i Nour do Stanów Zjednoczonych, ale sezon nie miał wymarzonego początku. "To był bardzo skomplikowany początek, ponieważ jakość owoców nie była zbyt dobra" - mówi Miles Fraser-Jones z Sierra Produce. "Konsystencja była dużym. read more

The Shanxi Province in North China has reached a significant milestone in fruit exports, with products reaching 78 countries and regions, including key markets such as the United States, Australia, and Russia. Taiyuan Customs emphasized the export of 73 different types of fruit, showcasing a noteworthy accomplishment for the region. read more

The investigation into South Africa's fresh produce market, which began in March 2023, aimed to uncover the factors contributing to the limited involvement of historically disadvantaged individuals (HDPs) and to assess whether price distortions were negatively impacting small-scale farmers and increasing consumer prices. read more

Leonardo Capitanio, President of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), emphasized the importance of ornamental plants in improving environmental quality and stimulating economic growth during his keynote address at the 8th National Ornamental Plants Congress in Ankara, Turkey. read more

Among Kenyans, there is online controversy surrounding the upcoming state visit of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, which was announced last week. The royal couple is scheduled to visit the East African country from March 18 to 20, at the invitation of President William Ruto. However, President Ruto is currently facing... read more

Chinese consumers are purchasing abundant flower arrangements to decorate their homes for this year's Spring Festival starting on Jan 29. This is made possible by improved transportation from Yunnan Province, the country's main flower-growing region. Flower sales are booming in anticipation of China's most important festival. read more

In 2024, Greek apple exports reached 25,578 tons, which was a 50% increase compared to the previous season. Out of this total, 18,859 tons were exported to Egypt. This growth can be attributed in part to the relaxation of currency flow restrictions in Egypt. read more

The Philippines saw a decrease in its ranking as a worldwide banana exporter, dropping from third to fourth place in 2024, as reported by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This change was linked to a 3% decrease in banana exports, which was influenced by negative factors. read more

Sezon marokańskich borówek rozpoczął się dość cicho, na tle zaciętej konkurencji, podczas gdy inne regiony dostarczają duże ilości na światowy rynek. Wciąż jest za wcześnie, aby uzyskać jasny obraz kształtowania się sezonu, ale wskaźniki dają marokańskim eksporterom dobrą
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Peloton Produce is a company based in Lincolnshire that grows vegetables in the heart of Lincolnshire on silt lands and Cornwall, as well as in Southern Spain. They reported that in the lead-up to Christmas, sales were strong and crops were generally exceeding production forecasts. During the Christmas... read more

Authorities in Turkey have taken action against a plant disease detected in a shipment of potatoes, resulting in the destruction of approximately 400 tons at a port in the southern city of Mersin. The shipment, which was initially exported to Tunisia, was sent back to Turkey, where it was found to be contaminated. read more