Prices of consumer goods in the Pakistani retail sector remain unchecked as onion prices hit Rs320 per kg in the nation's capital. Data from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics indicates a surge in high-quality onion prices in domestic markets, with retailers attributing the price hike to
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The Citrus Growers Association South Africa (CGASA) is hopeful for 2024 as signs point to an increased crop yield. However, concerns linger about the successful delivery of fruit to global markets, according to CGASA CEO, Justin Chadwick. The citrus season in South Africa begins with lemons in
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In a first, a shipment of Iranian citrus fruit exports was transported to the Russian Federation via the Solyanka Port corridor by the Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL). read more

A day marked by cold temperatures with appreciable sales on the market: sustained prices were reported for vegetables, particularly tomatoes, courgettes and peppers, albeit lower than last week. Brassicas settled, with lower prices compared to
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Egyptian grapes fill the headlines in the industry, both when it comes to positive achievements and when it is the protagonist of real scandals. As reported by east-fruit.com, the African country's grapes are infamous for scandals concerning illegal use
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There is a steady supply of avocados from Mexico at the moment. “We’re seeing plenty of good quality fruit out of Mexico which is great for this time of year when demand for the Big Game typically starts to climb,” says Brooke Becker, vice president of sales for Mission Produce. Inc. read more

As the pomelo season concludes, a Chinese New Year atmosphere surrounds Pinghe county, the main source of pomelo from China. The locals now have a moment to themselves after the intense harvest season. read more

"One could say that the evolution of the national banana sector has marked the path that the global banana industry follows. Thus, we can consider ourselves pioneers in certain markets that began being marginal and that now constitute strategic markets for the banana sector, such as Russia, to
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Lower product availability and subdued demand due to above-average temperatures mark the Fruit and Vegetable Exchange. An example of this comes from the Sicilian Tarocco oranges, which have entered the height of the campaign but with demand and pigmentation still not optimal. Signs of weakness on the
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The Maïsadour group has embarked on the kiwi adventure. The French cooperative based in southwestern France wants to “offer farmers new outlets and encourage crop diversification.” It has therefore formed a partnership with SIKIG (International Gaves Kiwi Society) in order to “develop the
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The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) reports that a total of 33.8 million cartons (4,5 kg equivalent) were inspected for export up until week two, which is 17% more than the same time last year. read more

Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is amending the Federal Order (DA-2022-42) issued on December 29, 2022, which prohibited importing fresh bell peppers (Capsicum annuum) from Spain into the United States to prevent Mediterranean fruit fly (Ceratitis
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With the arrival of the first Mauritanian watermelons on January 18th, this year's season is getting off to an exceptionally early start. "Last year, we offered Mauritanian goods for the first time, and the season didn't really get going until the beginning of March. The goods were very well
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Namibian grapes, particularly from Aussenkehr, have found their way into leading UK supermarkets, including M&S, Waitrose, Sainsbury, Tesco, and Morrisons. read more

New Zealand: Struggling shoppers stick with 'pasta, rice, potatoes, and bread' to keep tummies full read more

In week 2, the average wholesale prices of bananas produced in the EU stood at €127/100 kgs in France. The Spanish paid €108/100 kgs and the Portuguese paid €193 per 100 kgs. read more

Seed potato prices are under some pressure as supply is very low and demand is not expected to fall. "Prices already increased last year, but that was for a different reason. They grew because the increase in the price of all inputs that took place, because of the war in Ukraine, had not yet
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After record performances in 2023 in Italy, France, Ireland and Spain with more than 20% growth overall in Europe, Joya® apples are preparing for a new stage in their development in 2024, by establishing themselves as Europe's leading brand of European origin in the third half of the
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In a recent development, Poland anticipates a boost in its apple exports to Belarus as new regulations allow shipments for an extended period. Effective from April 1, the revised rules, introduced by the Council of Ministers of the Republic of Belarus on December 26, 2023, bring positive changes
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According to Iurie Fala, executive director of the Moldovan Fruit Producers and Exporters Association, the previous and current Moldovan apple seasons highlight a trend of market diversification for Moldovan apples, particularly with the Russian Federation's embargo on Moldovan fruits in mind:
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