The Dutch shipping company WEC Lines is planning to establish a significant new connection for Portuguese exporters to the German market by including Hamburg in its NWC-Portugal service, starting from 23 September. read more

Aldi Süd is planning to open a large new fresh produce distribution center in south-west Germany, in addition to two existing centers in Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia, and another under development in the Lower Rhine region. read more

Egypt is currently the top exporter of sweet potatoes to Poland and is expected to maintain this position in the future, as stated in a recent report by EastFruit. read more

The disappearance of two thirds of vegetable producers would result in a smaller supply and rising prices for consumers. In the midst of a cost of living crisis, this is a very worrying sign. read more

In the report "The Top 10 Nutrition Trends 2023," 170 leading nutrition experts conclude: "The fast food of our days is no longer greasy, but plant-based, digestible, and healthy." According to them, meat eaters are increasingly opting for a flexitarian diet. read more

Cosmic Crisp® achieved very good sales results. In the marketing season that ended in September, nearly 14,000 tons of apples were sold in the countries of Italy, Spain, Germany, and Scandinavia. The signs for the new harvest, which is beginning these days, are promising. read more

Cosmic Crisp had a successful end to the 2024 season, thanks to a comprehensive marketing campaign that included participation in various European Balloon Festivals. By the end of the sales season, nearly 14,000 tonnes of the branded apples will have been sold in Italy, Spain, Germany, and Scandinavia. read more

The Fresh and Secure Trade Alliance (Fasta) initiative has celebrated its first anniversary by making significant progress in protecting and growing the country's horticulture exports. read more

Australian vegetable growers are still questioning their economic viability as more than a year of low or negative margins jeopardize the long-term sustainability of the industry. read more

Indonesia and India have applied to export de-crowned fresh pineapples to Australia, as reported by ABC News. read more

Victorian Farmers Federation has recognized the approval of Melbourne Airport's third runway as a significant development that will strengthen the agricultural sector in Victoria, positioning it as a leading agricultural exporter in Australia. The approval for the Major Development Plan came from. read more

In the field of agricultural exports, Cambodia has positioned itself as the second-largest exporter of raw cashew nuts (RCN) globally. According to The Investor, the country shipped 830,000 metric tons (mt) in the first seven months of this year. However, Cambodia has encountered challenges despite this achievement. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project report that the price of onions has been increasing in the Ukrainian market since the beginning of this week. read more

Every weekend, VU Sabu from Ambalavayal village in Wayanad district, Kerala, sets out on a journey to the Western Ghats, not for leisure but with a mission to protect wild orchids. Wild orchids, renowned for their beauty, emit a pleasant aroma and are highly valued in medicine and. read more

In the period from January to July 2024, Azerbaijan reported exports of 19,749 tons of strawberries, generating revenue of $25.212 million. This performance marks a growth in both volume and value compared to the same period in the previous year, with an increase of 2,149 tons (12%) and $1.121 million. read more

Analysts at EastFruit have reported that increased trading activity is causing carrot prices to rise in Ukraine. The main factor behind this price surge is the reduced supply of root vegetables on the market due to seasonal factors. read more

"Through this installation, Inagro will now be able to conduct R&D trials to compare hybrid and open field production in addition to other cultivation methods, rather than replacing them," says Bart Naeyaert, Deputy of the West Flanders province of Belgium at the official opening of Inagro's latest hybrid. read more

Reefer exports at the Port of Beira, Mozambique, have been increasing, driven by seafood and a rise in citrus fruit shipments. In response to this demand, CdM has introduced a new export reefer yard with 64 extra reefer plugs, located near the docks to alleviate congestion. read more

Irish potato industry is currently dealing with the consequences of unusually warm weather, as outlined in a recent report from the Irish Farmers Association (IFA). This abnormal climate has resulted in a decrease in potato consumption in Ireland, raising concerns about the sector. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, wzrost aktywności handlowej spowodował wzrost cen marchwi na Ukrainie. Deficyt warzyw korzeniowych, przypisany sezonowym wahaniom, jest wymieniany jako główny czynnik tego wzrostu cen. Obecnie producenci z głównych obszarów uprawnych read more