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The exporter GL.Sila closed 2024 as a significant year, establishing the company as a leading exporter of premium Dominican avocados to key international markets. Rosanna Nin Cid, founder and CEO of GL.Sila, stated that they are also planning to expand into exporting more exotic fruits. "Our strategic expansion is aimed at diversifying our product range and reaching new markets," said Cid. read more

On the evening of March 8, 2025, the Russian flower industry is undergoing major changes as State Duma Deputy Dmitry Gusev suggests raising customs duties on imported flowers. This proposal, which includes a tariff of three euros per kilogram for cut flowers, is designed to support local producers and encourage industry growth. read more

Potato producers in Cyprus will receive financial aid and compensation due to recent cold weather and hail. Agriculture Minister Maria Panayiotou announced that farmers can now submit damage declarations on the Agriculture Ministry's website. Panayiotou stated, "The last few days have been a read more

Egypt is increasing its exports of dried onions to Germany, with Egyptian exporters delivering 5.7 tons of dried onions to the German market in 2024. This shipment was valued at over 18.5 million tons, which is 1.5 times higher than the previous year. This marks the highest export volume on record. read more

"From Romagna to Calabria, through Apulia and Lazio, we now produce Crunchy Salad exclusively in Italy, on the farms of our cooperative members," said Andrea Pignato and Luca Pollarini of the Fellini Patrizio Sales Department. From left to right: Emile Fellini, Andrea Pignato, Deborah Frani, Luca… read more

Members of the GlobalG.A.P. North America team will be present at the International IPM (Integrated Pest Management) Symposium from the 3rd to the 6th of March 2025. Growers can meet with them at the Symposium to learn more about how GlobalG.A.P. integrates integrated pest management into its solutions. read more

The onion harvest began in January at Premium Fresh in Tasmania. Jim Ertler from Premium Fresh explained, "February was a bit slow due to the wet spring we had, making it difficult to reach the expected quantity. The quality is good; we are just running 2-3 weeks behind schedule." read more

The global mandarin market is currently going through a dynamic season, with different countries encountering distinct challenges and opportunities. Spain is witnessing a surge in demand for mandarins, although competition from imports is on the rise. In the Netherlands, the robust mandarin season persists with a focus on... read more

Drought has caused significant damage to the popular Pick Your Own Sunflowers farm in Dunnstown, but the short season will conclude with a community fair this weekend. The Clarkes Hill Community Fair will take place at the sunflower farm on Saturday, March 1, featuring food trucks, music, farm animals, pony rides, and more. read more

Fabio Massimo Pallottini has been reconfirmed as the president of Italmercati, the network that brings together the main wholesale markets in Italy. read more

In January 2025, Ecuador exported 34.43 million boxes of bananas, which is 2.43% or 883,000 boxes more than in the same period of 2023. There was a recovery in destination countries that had reported significant decreases last year. Exports to Russia in January 2025 increased by 4.63% or 296,000 boxes. read more

Według źródeł handlowych z EastFruit, z powodu gwałtownego wzrostu cen podstawowych produktów spożywczych w kraju, co powoduje powszechną niezadowolenie wśród ludności przed świętym miesiącem Ramadana, rząd postanowił nałożyć całkowity zakaz eksportu jabłek, pomarańczy. read more

The increasing demand for ginger, turmeric, and citrus fruits in Europe and North America has prompted producers in the Pichanaki region of Peru's central jungle to enhance their presence in the global market. By prioritizing direct exports, they are striving to boost their competitiveness and secure product quality... read more

T&G and WinCommerce have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to significantly increase sales of T&G's premium ENVY™ branded apples in Vietnam by 50% over the next two years. The companies, with over eight years of collaboration, finalized the MOU in Ho Chi Minh City last night. read more

During the first cabinet meeting of the new administration, the President of the United States, Donald Trump, declared that a decision has already been made regarding the tariffs to be imposed on the European Union, and that the official announcement will be made shortly. He also hinted at read more

During the 2025 Agriculture Fair, a significant agreement was signed at the Eco-responsible Orchards stand, establishing a strategic partnership between Carrefour, the National Association of Apples and Pears (ANPP), and the Protected Designation of Origin Peaches and Apricots of France (AOP). This three-year commitment aims to strengthen... read more

The planting season for deciduous fruit trees has ended in Greece. "Kiwifruit, apricots, and persimmons were the top three products of this year's planting season. Cherries, peaches, and nectarines had good sales, while there was very low demand for apples, as growers once again faced poor conditions." read more

Dulcis™ Bio, the organic version of green kiwi that combines sweetness and freshness, has won the prestigious "Sabor do Ano 2025" award, a leading certification in the food sector in Portugal and Spain, based on consumer preferences. read more

Polska sezon na jabłka nadal pozostaje powolny, ponieważ istnieje poważny niedobór jabłek dobrej jakości - informuje Mohamed Marawan, właściciel eksportera polskich jabłek Sarafruit: "Sezon na polskie jabłka nie uległ większym zmianom od grudnia zeszłego roku. Dostępność jabłek pozostaje relatywnie niewielka, gdyż jest ich brak. read more

"The Egyptian onion season has been dynamic, with strong demand for red and golden onions," says Rayan El Sawy, Chairman of fresh produce exporter Egyptian-Emirati Import & Export. "Challenges include logistics and price fluctuations, but there has been good demand for onions from Egypt this year." read more