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Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

Originally from Thailand, fragrant coconuts are highly popular for their sweet juice, soft and smooth flesh, and pleasant milky aroma. The seedlings of fragrant coconuts are protected in Thailand, prohibiting their export. Young coconuts bear fruit every 22-26 days, ensuring year-round availability. read more

Kynetec has announced the acquisition of Freshlogic, an Australian company specializing in data-driven insights and market intelligence for the horticultural and fresh food sectors. This acquisition aims to enhance Kynetec's capacity to deliver market intelligence and analytics across the food industry. read more

France, which is famous for growing more than 100 apple varieties, has managed to maintain relatively stable production levels despite the challenges brought by climate change. The country's distinctive climate and fertile soil have traditionally nurtured a wide variety of apples. However, changing global weather patterns may pose a threat to this tradition. read more

Kynetec has announced the acquisition of Freshlogic, an Australian company specializing in data-driven insights and market intelligence for the horticultural and fresh food sectors. This acquisition aims to enhance Kynetec's capacity to deliver market intelligence and analytics across the food industry. read more

BerryWorld podpisał w tym miesiącu umowę ramową z Tropic Cool Ltd, określającą współpracę między obiema firmami w zakładaniu komercyjnej plantacji jagód najwyższej klasy w Rwandzie; "Rwanda Berries". BerryWorld, które niedawno zostało przejęte przez AgroBerries, stało się największą firmą jagodową na świecie... read more

UK: The Co-operative Group announces new Board appointmentsThe Co-operative Group (Co-op) reported: "The Co-operative Group (Co-op) is pleased to announce the appointments of Wais Shaifta and Lord Simon Woolley as Independent Non-Executive Directors".Source: co-operative.coop

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This morning, at the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Interfel presented the results of the 2024 fruit and vegetable confidence barometer, conducted by the CSA institute for FranceAgriMer and Interfel. Generally, "confidence in fresh produce remains high, above that of frozen, canned, and... read more

Czy wiesz, że Walentynki pozostają jednym z największych wydarzeń zakupowych na Bliskim Wschodzie? Flowwow, we współpracy z Admitad MENA, przeanalizował 2024 najpopularniejsze trendy w zakupach prezentów w regionie. Wyniki pokazały, że sprzedaż kwiatów wzrosła o 550%, potwierdzając ich status jako ultymatwnego prezentu walentynkowego. read more

Rząd cypryjski wprowadził inicjatywę inwestycyjną o wartości 60 milionów euro, mającą na celu zwiększenie konkurencyjności i zrównoważonego rozwoju sektora rolniczego. Nowy Plan Strategiczny Inwestycji CAP, zwany "Wielkim Planem Inwestycyjnym", stanowi główny mechanizm wzmacniania. read more

Tanganda Tea Company Limited, based in Zimbabwe, is currently looking into the Chinese avocado market as a component of its export diversification strategy. The company has recorded a 9% growth in revenue, attributed to an uptick in avocado export quantities. In its annual report for the fiscal year ending on September 30, 2024, Tanganda highlighted... read more

After the Chinese New Year, the market usually experiences a rise in Papagan supply from Sichuan, China. To enhance food safety and quality control, authorities in Sichuan implemented strict regulations last year, focusing on the usage of deacidifiers and other chemical additives. read more

A survey conducted by Rabobank among suppliers in the global greenhouse sector shows a positive outlook for increased investments. Various global trends are impacting the greenhouse industry, with consolidation among growers progressing rapidly in countries like the Netherlands, Belgium, Canada, and the US. read more

The Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner, Mike Inglis, highlighted that the $2.4 million spent on a recent biosecurity operation in South Auckland is relatively small when compared to the potential economic consequences of a pest invasion. Last month, an Oriental fruit fly was found in the Mangere/Papatoetoe area. read more

Erik van Vugt has been working in Poland for more than half of his life. In 1998, he and his partners founded FreshWorld. Today, the company based in Bronisze offers direct sourcing of fruits and vegetables for Polish retail customers from markets including China, South Africa, and Latin America. read more

Alwyn Kraamwinkel, CEO of the South African Milk Processors' Organisation, pointed out to Farmer's Weekly the expected occurrence of load-shedding as a result of the strained power grid. However, the unforeseen severity and lack of prior notice have impacted certain producers. "Load-shedding should not have a." read more

BerryWorld has reached an agreement with Tropic Cool detailing the collaboration between the two companies in setting up a top-quality commercial berry farm in Rwanda, to be named Rwanda Berries. read more

Vietnam's exports continue to have a competitive advantage in the Dutch market thanks to tariff reductions facilitated by the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), as stated by the Vietnam Trade Office in the Netherlands. Trade Counsellor Vo Thi Ngoc Diep emphasized that the Netherlands is Vietnam's largest trading partner in the European Union. read more

On February 24, 2025, the Guangdong Phalaenopsis Exhibition opened in Nanhai, Guangzhou, China. The three-day event, running until February 26, has attracted over 100 Phalaenopsis companies showcasing approximately 3,000 varieties. Supported by the Guangdong Orchid Association, Foshan Nanhai read more

New Zealand's fruit and vegetable exports have rebounded after a decline over the previous two years. In early 2023, a cyclone caused significant damage across the country. As a result, exports dropped sharply in 2024. However, last year's exports fell only slightly behind the record levels. read more