The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) ruling should exclude Saharawi produce from the benefits of the Association Agreement with Morocco.
2024-10-07 00:00
FEPEX welcomes the ruling of the Court of Justice of the European Union which confirms the General Court's decision from 2021 to annul a portion of the agricultural agreement between the EU and Morocco. This specifically pertains to the extension of concessions granted to Morocco to include Western Sahara.
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Chilean cherries are expected to achieve a new record with a 59 percent increase in exports.
2024-10-07 00:00
The Cherry Committee of Frutas de Chile launched the 2024-25 cherry season at an event attended by distinguished authorities and representatives of the sector, including the Ambassador of the People's Republic of China, Niu Qingbao, and the acting Minister of Agriculture, Ignacia.
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Azerbaijan Flowers Company appoints a new director.
2024-10-07 00:00
Azerbaijan Flowers Company (AFC) has announced a change in its leadership. Nijat Mirzaev, who previously served as the Director of AzRose Company, has been appointed as the new Director of Azerbaijan Flowers Company, with immediate effect. The company runs a greenhouse facility that covers three hectares.
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"We do not do breeding in-house, but we collaborate with companies from all over the world. However, if a breeder does not have the concept of sustainability in mind, I am not interested. There is no room for the thousandth new apple." Jürgen Braun, CEO of Kiku Variety Management, has a clear vision of what is important today.
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Merqato has obtained new funding to support fruit and vegetable companies with its AI platform.
2024-10-07 00:00
Lidl Ireland named Retailer of the Year at the Irish Quality Food Awards 2024. Lidl Ireland has been awarded the title of Retailer of the Year for the first time at the Irish Quality Food Awards 2024. The leading discount retailer in the market also received a record 104 award medals at the prestigious event, including.
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Interfresh Eurasia General Coordinator Murat Özer has expressed great satisfaction with the outcomes of the Interfresh exhibition: "We are extremely pleased with the performance of Interfresh Eurasia this year. We had a total of 216 exhibitors, including sub-exhibitors, at the Interfresh Eurasia exhibition."
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Vietnamese fruit is expanding its presence on the global market.
2024-10-07 00:00
Recently, the Republic of Korea has begun importing Vietnamese pomelos, while China has started accepting Vietnamese fresh coconuts and frozen durians. At the same time, the United States has finalized negotiations on the technical requirements for importing Vietnamese passion fruit.
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The Chamber of Commerce of Kosovo (OEK) has raised concerns about how national policies are affecting the competitiveness of local businesses, especially in relation to protective measures for fruits and vegetables. According to the OEK, these measures have disrupted the local market and...
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Cso Italy's group at Fruit Attraction with 18 companies
2024-10-07 00:00
There are 18 member companies that will be part of the collective led by Cso Italy at Fruit Attraction. With its 383 square meters, the stand will be the largest ever (positions C12, C14, and D12 in Pavilion 8 of the Fair). The names are...
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Hungary is aiming for potato self-sufficiency.
2024-10-07 00:00
During the 10th Kiskunhalas Potato Days event, István Nagy emphasized the significance of Hungary attaining self-sufficiency in potato production. He noted that shifts in consumer behavior and climate change have affected Hungary's ability to be self-sufficient in potatoes. The government is dedicated to providing support for this goal.
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The joint commission of the Potato Exchange in Bologna has set the minimum value of the first advance payment to be made to potato producers at 0.20 euros per kilogram. After analyzing the sales of the current campaign, as well as the production and commercial situation in Italy and abroad,
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New entry in the Cso house with the entrance of Sorma.
2024-10-07 00:00
Sorma Group, a company specializing in technology for the fruit and vegetable sector with its main headquarters in Cesena, has become a member of the Cso Italy social base. This was announced by the president Paolo Bruni in a statement where he declared: "In the Board of Directors of Cso Italy, we welcomed with enthusiasm the application for admission of..."
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Onions smuggled from China were confiscated in the Philippines.
2024-10-07 00:00
The Bureau of Customs (BOC) at the Port of Manila intercepted a shipment of onions from China valued at P2 million due to the absence of necessary clearances. The 25,000-kilogram shipment was found to be lacking the Sanitary and Phytosanitary Import Clearance from the Department of Agriculture.
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EU and Morocco have agreed to strengthen their strategic partnership despite legal rulings.
2024-10-07 00:00
The EU reaffirms the significant importance it places on its strategic partnership with Morocco, which is long-standing, extensive, and profound. Throughout the years, we have built a strong friendship and a diverse and solid cooperation that we aim to elevate to the next level in the future.
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Fresh strawberry acreage in Egypt is decreasing as frozen strawberries gain preference.
2024-10-07 00:00
Sezon truskawek w Egipcie rozpoczyna się niedługo, w listopadzie. Sektor nadal boryka się z czynnikami klimatycznymi i ekonomicznymi, które szczególnie wpływają na świeże truskawki. Elsayed Elgohary, właściciel Marvel Farm, komentuje: "W przyszłym sezonie będzie mniej świeżych truskawek z".
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"Portugal is always a safe bet for distributors"
2024-10-07 00:00
Pomarańcze z RPA obecnie dominują na rynku, ale pierwsze niewielkie ilości pomarańczy europejskich zaczynają się pojawiać, prowadzone przez wczesne hiszpańskie pomarańcze typu M7 Navel. Większe dostawy są oczekiwane do połowy października. Jak kształtuje się sezon pomarańczy w Europie? Oto, co mówi rynek hurtowy.
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FVBC condemns the politicization of agriculture in Bulgaria.
2024-10-07 00:00
The Fruit and Vegetable Branch Chamber (FVBC) has released a statement expressing its dissatisfaction with the way political entities are handling agricultural sector issues. The organization emphasized its willingness to organize protests if there are any more delays in the distribution of.
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Zespri is stepping up its efforts to convince New Zealand kiwifruit growers of the advantages of increasing supply from the northern hemisphere. This strategy is designed to preserve and increase shelf space, ultimately boosting returns for New Zealand as demand for the fruit grows. Nick
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Belarusian potato producers are facing difficulties with production and export challenges.
2024-10-07 00:00
Potatoes, known as the "second bread" of Belarus, are a traditional crop cultivated by both large farms and smallholders. However, since 2022, potato prices have been regulated by the government, which, according to farmers, is reducing profitability and hindering the development of the industry.
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The alpine asparagus season begins in New Zealand.
2024-10-07 00:00
This week marks the arrival of LeaderBrand's alpine asparagus in supermarkets, cultivated in the fertile regions at the base of the Southern Alps. The unique climatic conditions of cooler nights and warmer days contribute to the development of asparagus spears, known for their sweet flavor and succulence.
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