Cucumber prices have dropped significantly in Ukraine.
2025-04-25 00:00
The ukraiński rynek nadal doświadcza spadkowego trendu cen ogórków szklarniowych. Według danych z codziennego monitoringu projektu EastFruit, głównymi czynnikami napędzającymi negatywną dynamikę cen w tym segmencie są rosnące ilości zbiorów z lokalnych kompleksów szklarniowych i
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South African grapes dominated the market.
2025-04-25 00:00
South African grapes, especially the red Crimson Seedless variety, were the most popular in the German market. Shipments from Chile were also significant, while loads from Peru and India mainly served as additional supply. There was a wide variety of grape types available, resulting in a diverse price range in some cases.
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The Turkish cherry season was ruined by frost before it even began, particularly in the Central region of the country, according to Alper Kerim, the owner of Turkish fruit exporter Demir Fresh Fruits (DFF). "Cherry production in the Central region of Turkey was nearly completely lost because..."
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During the first week of April, temperatures in the main Greek strawberry regions were slightly below average. However, the abundant sunshine and the increasing length of the days have contributed to consistent ripening and good fruit quality, especially for the dominant variety in Greece.
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Strawberries are one of the most popular seasonal fruits in Germany. On average, about 3.7 kilograms are consumed per person each year. The strawberry harvest lasts from May to the end of July, but raspberries, blackberries, and cherries are also very popular with consumers and are harvested.
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Brazil is looking to increase its melon exports to China.
2025-04-25 00:00
Rio Grande do Norte, the largest melon producer and exporter in Brazil, is ramping up its efforts to increase exports of fruits and vegetables to China. This initiative seeks to capitalize on the commercial potential and demand in the Asian market, particularly from October to April, when the domestic supply in China is lower…
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Is ocean freight expected to replace air cargo in Ethiopia?
2025-04-25 00:00
At this moment, a shipment of 188,000 Ethiopian flowers is sailing towards Valencia, Spain. In recent years, sea transport has been increasingly explored as a viable option for shipping flowers - and Ethiopia is no exception. While it's known that sea freight is more cost-effective and
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Limpopo vegetable farmers are experiencing a seller's market due to a significant decrease in crop yields in Brits after months of heavy rain.
2025-04-25 00:00
It's currently challenging to distinguish between South Africa's summer and winter rainfall regions: since November, the rain has hardly stopped in the central areas where a substantial portion of South Africa's vegetables are cultivated, near the province with the highest population density, Gauteng.
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Fruit and football groups have teamed up to launch a youth sports project in South Africa.
2025-04-25 00:00
A nowo wybudowane boisko sportowe oraz programy szkoleniowe zostały otwarte w Saron, w Południowej Afryce, dzięki współpracy marki owoców i warzyw SanLucar oraz fundacji 'Brustring der Herzen' klubu piłkarskiego VfB Stuttgart. Inicjatywa ta jest częścią trwającego zaangażowania społecznego.
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European apple prices have reached €87 per 100 kg in early 2025.
2025-04-25 00:00
Między styczniem a marcem 2025 roku ceny jabłek na głównych rynkach europejskich wykazywały zróżnicowane trendy, z zauważalnym wzrostem w niektórych krajach i stabilizacją w innych. W Polsce ceny rosły stopniowo przez trzy miesiące, osiągając 69 €/100 kg w styczniu, 71 € w lutym i 72 € w marcu.
Between January and March 2025, apple prices across major European markets showed varied trends, with notable increases in some countries and stabilization in others. In Poland, prices rose steadily over the three months, reaching €69/100 kg in January, €71 in February, and €72 in March. read more
Between January and March 2025, apple prices across major European markets showed varied trends, with notable increases in some countries and stabilization in others. In Poland, prices rose steadily over the three months, reaching €69/100 kg in January, €71 in February, and €72 in March. read more
Carrefour announced increased sales in the first quarter.
2025-04-25 00:00
Ireland: Applegreen M&S Food partnership reaches milestone as new Tipperary Town store reopens
Applegreen, one of Ireland's leading roadside hospitality brands, has achieved a milestone by opening a new Marks & Spencer Food "shop-in-shop" outlet at its Tipperary Town location. This partnership offers local customers and travelers passing through the town a new shopping experience. read more
Applegreen, one of Ireland's leading roadside hospitality brands, has achieved a milestone by opening a new Marks & Spencer Food "shop-in-shop" outlet at its Tipperary Town location. This partnership offers local customers and travelers passing through the town a new shopping experience. read more
Morocco's citrus industry is a key factor in its agricultural success, with the Nadorcott mandarin leading the way as a premium variety that has captured international markets. Known for its vibrant flavor, near-seedless characteristics, and availability late in the season, the Nadorcott is branded as
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Despite the beginning of the new potato harvest season in Azerbaijan, the prices of root vegetables remain high. In retail markets, prices range from 1.70 to 3 manats per kilogram (approximately $1.00 to $1.75), which is nearly double compared to the previous year. Early potato varieties are priced between 3 to 4.
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"We were involved in the initial commercial planting of the Envy apple variety around 15 years ago."
2025-04-25 00:00
The 2025 apple harvest has been completed at the Willowford Alma Alta Orchard, and the season has been very successful. Phil and Kirsty Greer cultivate apples on 30 hectares in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, where they grow Royal Gala, Jazz, and Envy apples. "We were part of the first commercial planting of the Envy apple."
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Could the increasing import of blueberries from China and Zimbabwe pose a threat to Morocco's market share in Singapore?
2025-04-25 00:00
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Ethiopia is affected by US tariffs.
2025-04-25 00:00
President Donald Trump's decision to impose new tariffs has led U.S. customs agents to start collecting duties on goods from numerous major trading partners. The tariffs have a baseline rate of 10% and higher levies on specific products. One industry experiencing the impact is floriculture.
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Potato processing restarts in Ukraine with new equipment.
2025-04-25 00:00
Reno LLC, a potato processing company based on the outskirts of Kyiv, Ukraine, has resumed operations after a period of significant disruption. The company's facility was severely damaged, requiring a complete rebuild to restart production. With support from the DHI subsidy provided by the
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Farmers in Bomet are changing their focus from growing maize to cultivating avocado.
2025-04-25 00:00
Ms. Grace Mutai, a farmer from Aonet village in Bomet County, Kenya, switched from growing maize to cultivating avocados after realizing their viability in the area. At first, she encountered difficulties due to her lack of agronomic expertise, resulting in only two out of her initial four seedlings surviving.
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Export of apples from Georgia has increased by 650% in terms of both volume and value.
2025-04-25 00:00
Between August 1, 2024, and April 23, 2025, Georgia exported 17.2 thousand tons of apples, valued at $10.9 million, according to the Ministry of Environment and Agriculture. This represents an increase of 15.0 thousand tons, or 7.6 times, compared to the previous year. The export value rose by
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Behind the success of Morocco's relatively new blueberry and avocado industries lies the decline of the strawberry sector, which is becoming less attractive to growers. Acharki Abdeslam, director of the Interprofessional Federation of Soft Fruit in Morocco (Interproberries Morocco), is the key figure driving this shift.
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