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According to the newly released report, strong obesity has now surpassed underweight as the most common form of malnutrition among children and adolescents for the first time. The numbers in Germany remain constant: Every fourth German child between the ages of five and 19 years is. read more

The taste of Giga® met the heroic strength of Superman - thanks to a partnership between VOG and Warner Bros. Discovery Global Consumer Products (WBDGCP), through which the apple also became part of the Celebration Tour organized by Warner Bros. Discovery Italy. read more

This summer, around 150 branches were equipped with the new terminals. This would provide customers nationwide with even more flexibility and speed when shopping. read more

Bravo zostało zwycięzcą w kategorii Najlepsza Świeża Przekąska podczas nagród Healthy Food Guide Australia 2025 ogłoszonych 1 września. read more

The pomegranate season started at the end of August in Spain with the harvesting of the earliest varieties, characterized by an abundance of small sizes due to the lack of water and high temperatures. The harvest of the first native Valenciana pomegranates will begin in week 37. read more

London calling for Walmart Marketplace as office opens to support UK and EMEA online sellers. Walmart Marketplace has officially opened its new office in London to assist sellers from the UK and EMEA region who are interested in selling on Walmart.com. Liz Kindell, Senior Manager of Business Development for the UK, announced the news in a post on LinkedIn. read more

Wholesale prices of bananas in selected European markets exhibited varied changes between week 35 (ending August 31, 2025) and week 36 (ending September 7, 2025). Data presented in €/100kg showed divergent trends, as certain countries saw price increases while others experienced significant drops. read more

Prices for imported citrus and apples are on the rise this week due to reduced arrivals and high demand during the Mid-Autumn Festival. New Zealand Queen apples, which were selling for about ¥330 (US$46) per box last week, are now priced at around ¥350 (US$49) per box. This increase in prices has led to a rise in the read more

Peach prices across the European Union continued to decline in August, with the most recent data from weeks 32 to 34 indicating ongoing pressure in major producing countries. Figures from Spain, Greece, and the EU as a whole show a decrease in prices, with Italy also experiencing this trend. read more

Do końca września mołdawskie firmy konserwowe prawie zakończyły swoje plany zakupowe śliwek przeznaczonych do produkcji musu i soku, informuje Logos Press, powołując się na stowarzyszenie przetwórców owoców i warzyw Speranța Con. Przedstawiciele branży twierdzą, że produkcja może read more

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IFPA hosted the first Executive Leadership Summit – Asia in conjunction with the Asia Fruit Logistica event in Hong Kong this month. The Summit, which brought together leaders from over 20 countries, addressed the challenges posed by disruptions in the global produce industry while also identifying exciting opportunities for growth. read more

The Dramm Corporation has promoted Devon Vanzalen to the position of Regional Sales Associate for the Niagara Region of Ontario, Canada. Over the past 10 years, Devon has been assisting Dramm customers in his role as an inside sales and service representative at the company's Canadian office. Despite taking on his new responsibilities, Devon will continue to fulfill his previous duties. read more

D.S. Cole Growers in Loudon, NH USA, niedawno zorganizowali Dzień Otwarty 31 lipca 2025 roku. Podczas wydarzenia pokazali nowe odmiany roślin oraz różne metody uprawy dla zainteresowanych uczestników. Wydarzenie obejmowało rozszerzoną ofertę bylin kwitnących w pierwszym roku, rośliny wiosenne i więcej roślin doniczkowych. read more

Pakistan's floriculture industry is expanding opportunities despite a changing climate, as nurseries and exporters are targeting increasing demand from markets in the Gulf region. However, challenges related to supply chains, post-harvest handling, and quality standards persist. There are four main segments in the floriculture industry. read more

Italy closed its Valencia orange season in June with stable sales and prices around €1/kg, but the outlook for the new campaign suggests a potential 20-30% decrease in Tarocco blood orange production. Spain ended its orange season in July with reduced production and quality problems due to heavy rainfall. read more

Hayward kiwi production in Arta, one of the most important kiwi-growing regions in Greece, is expected to be higher than last year, according to Mr. Dimitris Tsolas, owner of the local company Tsolas Fruit: "It seems that Hayward production in Arta will be 10–15% higher than last year." read more

The 2025 commercial campaign of Pesca e Nettarina di Romagna Igp has ended positively. There was a good response from the market both in Italy, where it benefited from renewed interest from organized distribution and the final consumer towards local products of origin. read more

Popyt na bataty na Ukrainie rośnie szybciej niż może za nim nadążyć podaż. Rolnicy zauważają, że zbiory sprzedają się niemal natychmiast po zebraniu. Ivan Pavlish, rolnik i założyciel marki Batatko, twierdzi, że jego gospodarstwo uprawia bataty metodami organicznymi, bez stosowania pestycydów. read more

The Citrus Growers' Association of South Africa (CGA) and the Fresh Produce Exporters' Forum (FPEF) have announced the completion of the 2025 orange exports to Europe. The final inspection day for Valencia oranges exported to Europe from South African regions where Citrus Black Spot is present was also confirmed. read more