"Francois Myburgh from Bet-El Fruit says, 'It seems like we could send two, maybe three shipments to Europe before 17 December.' The company is currently concentrating on providing European customers with grapes and strawberries. He mentions that this time is typically known for its high demand for grapes." read more

Najnowsze dane dotyczące cen hurtowych bananów z Ameryki Łacińskiej wykazują znaczną zróżnicowaną sytuację na kluczowych rynkach europejskich. Od stycznia do września minimalna cena hurtowa wahała się od 53,20 € do 96,20 € za kilogram, podczas gdy maksymalna cena oscylowała między 37,94 € a 96,80 €. read more

Transnet's initiative to prepare Cape Town terminals for the deciduous fruit export season in South Africa involves adding over 70 pieces of equipment and hiring more operators. This initiative aims to improve the efficiency of exporting products such as table grapes, peaches, apricots, and nectarines. read more

West Pak Avocado has introduced a new line of packaged avocados that highlight three important growing regions: California, Mexico, and Colombia. This effort is a part of West Pak's AVO360 Full-Service Experience, aimed at improving the avocado shopping experience for retailers and ensuring a consistent quality. read more

In Thanjavur, a district in India known for its focus on paddy cultivation, banana farmers are currently experiencing a decrease in market demand as a result of recent rainfall and simultaneous harvests in neighboring states. This has caused traders to offer prices as low as $0.07 per kilogram for bananas, a significant drop from the usual rates. read more

Global demand for avocados is on the rise, leading major producers to expand their markets. Guatemala, an emerging player in the industry, is striving to establish a strong presence in the United States. The recent approval for the entry of Guatemalan avocados into this market is a significant achievement that required years of effort. read more

Lidl Italy confirms its leadership in the retail sector, winning the prestigious title of "Retailer of the Year Italy 2024-2025". The award ceremony took place on November 13 in Milan. The "Retailer of the Year" initiative is a research project. read more

Currently, the total area of tunnels used for raspberry cultivation in Poland exceeds 1000 hectares, and this trend is continuously increasing. It is estimated that an additional 200 hectares of new tunnels (for raspberry and strawberry cultivation) will be established in the upcoming year, which is a positive signal for the industry. read more

Ausveg has released its Federal Election Priorities which highlight the essential commitments required to tackle the cost-of-production crisis and low morale that are jeopardizing Australian vegetable growers and food security. The 2024 Ausveg Industry Sentiment Report exposes a crisis in the farming sector. read more

Managing the shelf life of fruit and vegetable products is essential to avoid waste and provide optimal products to consumers. This was the idea of Laura Rabasco, Francisco Jiménez, Arícia Possas, and Fernando Pérez, researchers from the HIBRO group at the University of Córdoba. read more

The new season of Rong'an kumquats from Guangxi, China, officially launched on November 8, with strong demand driving high prices. Compared to previous years, prices have risen by 8%-10%, reflecting the growing popularity of this premium fruit. "In recent years, Rong'an kumquats have gained read more

"The production of oranges in Egypt is at a stable level, and there may even be higher volumes this season," says Gehan Elsherif, Executive Manager of G Fresh Export & Import. "Egypt is one of the largest exporters of oranges globally, and its production has been steadily increasing due to improved..." read more

The summer of 2024 concludes with a more than positive balance for Perla Nera, the mid-sized watermelon that has captured the hearts of Italians. This is confirmed by Bruno Francescon, president of the Perla Nera Consortium, Andrea Peviani, commercial director of Peviani S.p.A, and Sergio Giardina of Op La. read more

ISA has reported that approximately 569.66 hectares of insured agricultural land have been damaged by heavy rains, winds, and floods, primarily in the western provinces of Cocle, Veraguas, and Herrera. The Ministry of Agrarian Development (MIDA) has released a preliminary report confirming that rice crops are among those affected. read more

The Leanri is a relatively new mandarin variety, with the first plantings taking place in 2017 and plantations only starting to expand significantly during the 2020-2021 season. The first small volumes were sold during the 2021-22 season, and it is anticipated that this season will be the first one with significant... read more

W Ukrainie straty owoców i warzyw są najwyższe w Europie, gdzie nawet do 60% produkcji trafia na śmietnik po zbiorach. Kluczowym powodem tego, jak donosi Ministerstwo Polityki Rolnej i Żywności, jest brak odpowiednich obiektów przechowalniczych, co hamuje zdolność Ukrainy do... read more

Between January and September of the current year, Georgia's tangerine exports reached $5.4 million, a significant increase from the $1.1 million recorded in the same period last year. A large portion of these exports, $4.85 million or 86%, were sent to the Russian market. read more

Według Andriya Maruschaka, dyrektora handlowego Van Dyk Technics, stan uprawy kapusty jest szczególnie niepokojący. "Podczas gdy sytuacja z marchwią i cebulą jest nieco lepsza, kapusta ucierpiała straszliwie z powodu ekstremalnego upału latem. Pomimo podlewania, kapusta read more

The Lark Seeds Italia S.r.l. is born, the Italian branch of Lark Seeds International, a professional vegetable seed company operating in markets since 1997 with headquarters in Woodland, California (USA) and presence in 5 other branches in Mexico, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, and Canada. The company boasts 6. read more

A major issue for both the previous and current grape seasons in India continues to be the challenges with the Red Sea route, according to Amit Chopde, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports. "The previous Indian grape export season was really difficult due to longer transit times." read more