This week, wholesale markets in Ukraine have reported a decrease in the wholesale prices of locally grown pears, as noted by analysts from the EastFruit project. Market participants attribute this price trend to the seasonal rise in the supply of these products, while demand remains stable. read more

Once August is over, during which the conditions for the Food Banks of Spain prevent them from handling highly perishable fresh fruit, Plátano de Canarias has resumed its

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Egypt as an international partner, Lazio as the leading Region, and potatoes as the symbolic product. These are just some of the highlights of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, the international fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable supply chain, which will take place from Tuesday 6 to Thursday 8. read more

Innovation, cooperation with developing countries, and trade reciprocity to reaffirm the role of agriculture in producing quality food and managing territories. These are some of the topics at the center of the G7 Agriculture meeting and the Expo "Divination" that will take place from. read more

On August 26, 2024, a preliminary injunction was issued by the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Georgia in Kansas v. U.S. Department of Labor. The order temporarily blocks the enforcement of the Department of Labor's Farmworker Protection Rule in 17 states and against certain parties. read more

Peru is poised to become a key player in global logistics with the upcoming opening of the port of Chancay, an infrastructure that is expected to greatly decrease shipping times and logistics expenses for exports from South America to Asia. Sayuri Sakihama Meléndez, deputy director of read more

Zainteresowanie daktylami nadal rośnie na całym świecie, a szczególnie duże zapotrzebowanie panuje na daktyle Medjool z Izraela. Yacov Hason, menedżer ds. marketingu firmy Erel Dates z Izraela, który właśnie wrócił z Asia Fruit Logistica w Hongkongu, mówi: "Eksportujemy do Europy, USA, Południowej Afryki oraz". read more

Ceny czosnku na Ukrainie wzrosły powyżej 2,2 EUR za kilogram, co czyni go jednym z najdroższych warzyw. Według Tetiany Popovych, kierowniczki działu marketingu na rynku rolnym "Shuvar" w Lwowie, kilka czynników przyczynia się do tego gwałtownego wzrostu. Czosnek jest uprawą wymagającą dużo pracy. read more

Jardines Urbanos, a Panamanian company with 20 years of experience in the agricultural sector, has decided to focus on the production and future export of pitahaya, according to General Manager Xavier Mora. The company, initially dedicated to producing grass for sports fields, is now shifting its focus. read more

At the Asia Fruit Logistica 2024, Tzone Digital Technology Co., Ltd. (Tzone) presented its USB and wireless temperature and humidity data loggers, garnering positive feedback from both new and returning customers. Mr. Liao, the director of Tzone, commented, "We participate in Asia Fruit Logistica." read more

The Hauna banana processing plant, a groundbreaking facility in Manicaland province, is set to start operating in November. Known for its high-quality bananas, farmers in Honde Valley have long struggled with difficulties in accessing markets and the perishable nature of their produce. read more

Estrada Company S.A., a Panamanian family business with over 26 years of experience in exporting watermelons, has successfully solidified its position in the growingly competitive European market, overcoming logistical and climatic challenges in the sector. General Manager Jasser read more

According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, Cavendish bananas from the Philippines remain the preferred choice in the Asian market. The "Banana Market Review 2023" by FAO pointed out that the Philippines supplied around 60 percent of the Cavendish banana demand in Asia. read more

With several million inhabitants and the city triangle of Frankfurt, Wiesbaden, and Mainz, the Rhine-Main region is one of the most important urban areas in Germany. In order to ensure the provision of services, the fresh produce center, which was originally located in the eastern part of Frankfurt, was relocated to a read more

The Pukchong Agricultural Development Zone, located in South Hamgyong province of North Korea, is preparing to start exporting to Russia in accordance with the government's goal of increasing foreign currency reserves. The initiative includes customizing products to meet the preferences of Russian consumers. read more

W północnym Malawi rolnicy wprowadzili innowacyjne rozwiązanie na przeciwdziałanie problemowi nadmiernie dojrzałych bananów spowodowanym ekstremalnymi warunkami cieplnymi poprzez rozpoczęcie produkcji wina bananowego. Emily Nkhana, drobny rolnik z dystryktu Karonga, podkreśla przekształcenie z usuwania nadmiernie dojrzałych. read more

Seed specialist KWS has announced today that its subsidiary Pop Vriend Seeds (PV) will officially change its name to KWS Vegetables Netherlands B.V. starting from October 1, 2024. This change will make PV a full member of the KWS family, including a rebranding. Ever since KWS ventured into the vegetable seed industry, this move solidifies their presence in the market. read more

In the first semester of 2024, the Italian fruit and vegetable trade on an international scale shows signs of recovery: the trade balance in volume records a 5% increase compared to the same period of the previous year, although the deficit remains significant (-330 thousand tons). read more

EuFruitbasket, the European information and promotion campaign aimed at increasing the consumption of EU fresh fruit and vegetables in the EU internal market (specifically Germany and Spain), is preparing to introduce a new and exciting initiative to promote the consumption of nectarines, peaches, kiwis, and other fruits. read more

Ivorian coconuts are cultivated and exported throughout the year, with harvesting occurring every four to five months, depending on the variety. "Despite climate change, the seasonality remains more or less intact, and the usual calendars are maintained," said Philippe Abbe, Manager of Fruits Foudjôh. read more