The citrus season from South Africa to the US began successfully but was affected by heavy rainfall, leading to disruptions in the supply chain. Some regions experienced decreased production, and adverse weather conditions caused delays in loading vessels at various points throughout the season. "Our group of growers, shippers..." read more

W sezonie 2023/24 Ukraina z powodzeniem przywróciła import pomarańczy, co oznacza trzeci z rzędu sezon wobec pełnoskalowej agresji Rosji, zgodnie z informacjami portalu EastFruit. Od listopada 2023 do czerwca 2024 ukraińscy importerzy sprowadzili 65 000 ton pomarańczy, przewyższając... read more

In Adana, Turkey, the harvest season for early tangerine varieties such as Primasol, Early-N, Okitsu Wase, and Miho Wase has started. The cultivation of these tangerines covers around 379 thousand acres, with the fruits being hand-picked and transported to markets. Despite that, read more

Secure Logistics Group Limited (SLGL) from Pakistan has officially entered into an agreement to provide transportation services to Maersk West and Central Asia Limited, as revealed in a recent stock filing. This partnership signifies SLG's incorporation as a Transport Service Provider for Maersk, reflecting its. read more

"Good hygiene is of great importance to us, especially in the propagation and cultivation departments," says Niels de Ree, Team Leader Propagation at Van Son En Koot. In Kaatsheuvel, the Netherlands, they grow a wide range of ornamental shrubs, 40% to 50% of which are Japanese maples, also known. read more

The Dare to Bloom floral competition made its debut in Ecuador at Naranjo Roses in Cumbayá, featuring five Ecuadorian florists working with the preserved roses of Lulu. Originally launched in 2021 in the United States, Belgium as part of the Fleuramour Festival, and Estonia at the National Exhibition. read more

According to the Cyprus Consumers’ Association, retail prices for fresh fruit and vegetables continue to be a significant issue for consumers, with an average retail profit margin of 165 percent being reported on the price paid to producers for 15 items in the government’s e-Kofini price observatory. read more

The roadshow started in Dusseldorf on October 4th. The Migo® team distributed around 1,600 pears and flyers along the Rhine riverbank and in the old town to raise awareness about the new harvest. Equipped with a striking wagon, the team walked through the streets promoting the benefits of the. read more

The authority recorded an export volume of 2.3 million tons with a value of 1.1 billion US dollars. Of that, 1.93 million tons were oranges and 147,000 tons were lemons, representing a 21% increase compared to the previous year. While the total value increased, the revenue per ton decreased. read more

Frutas de Chile has initiated a new study to assist fruit farmers in Coquimbo in determining the most profitable crops to cultivate. Coquimbo has been facing a severe drought for several years, making the prioritization of water usage a significant challenge for the region's farmers. read more

The industry organization Bionext estimates the revenue for 2023 at around 1.4 billion euros, referring to surveys by CPS GFK. This represents an increase of about 500 million euros or 52% compared to 2019. This means that the organic market grew more than twice as fast as the market for conventional food. read more

A reduction in value-added tax on fruits and vegetables will motivate customers to change their shopping habits towards healthier options. This is one of the conclusions of the report by the Ministry of Finance, which examined the advantages and disadvantages of reducing the value-added tax on fruits and vegetables. read more

Maersk announced the launch of its new seasonal sea freight service called Korosho Express, specifically designed to support the Tanzanian cashew trade. The service will begin operation at the end of October 2024 and run until February 2025, coinciding with the peak season of the cashew trade. read more

Lidl Denmark has announced its support for reducing or eliminating value-added tax on sales of fresh fruit and vegetables, following a recent trial that reportedly led to a significant increase in sales. read more

South Africa's Table Grape Industry (SATI) has appointed Denene Erasmus as its new Market Development and Communications Manager, a position she assumed on October 14th. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) has announced that it will begin searching for a new managing director to lead the association into a period of growth, following the resignation of Ben Hoodless. read more

The South African group Zeder Investments has announced that the planned sale of its remaining Capespan Agri assets, which include three apple and pear farms and a packhouse in the Western Cape, is nearing completion. read more

The company has increased its workforce by 50% and has produced 63,000 tons of citrus, 23,000 of which are organic. Sales in France (+24%), Germany (+142%), the Netherlands (+70%), and Spain (+37%) have also increased exponentially. Limonar de Santomera continues to grow and is the leading citrus producer. read more

Retail food inflation in India reached a three-month high of 9.24% in September, rising sharply from 5.66% in August. This increase was mainly due to a significant rise in vegetable prices and edible oils moving into inflationary territory. Sequentially, consumer food prices also increased. read more

With the arrival of autumn and following abundant rains, the long-awaited mushroom season has begun in Ukraine. While mushrooms can be found throughout the country, they are most commonly harvested in the forested regions of northern and western Ukraine. Prices for cultivated mushrooms in markets and stores may vary. read more