Ethiopia's coffee and cut flower industries, two of the country's most important export sectors, are facing growing challenges as they gear up to meet strict new regulations from the European Union. Beginning in January 2025, the EU's "Due Diligence Act" will mandate that exporters show compliance. read more

The first organic sweet potatoes from Lower Saxony, Germany, were harvested in week 39. "After the subsequent rainfall, we have now paused the harvest for a short time. We don't expect to start the main harvest until around October 12, as the tubers still need a little more mass, which in turn." read more

Według danych monitorowanych codziennie przez projekt EastFruit, ceny cebuli na Ukrainie zaczęły stopniowo spadać w tym tygodniu. Producenci zgłaszają zauważalne osłabienie popytu na ten produkt, podczas gdy podaż na rynku stopniowo rośnie z powodu trwających prac żniwnych.

According to daily monitoring data from the EastFruit project, onion prices in Ukraine have started to gradually decrease this week. Producers report a noticeable weakening in demand for this product, while supply in the market is gradually increasing due to ongoing harvest activities. read more

In 2024, vegetable prices in Ukraine have significantly risen due to decreased production levels caused by the ongoing war. The main factors contributing to this increase are abnormal weather conditions and a reduction in cultivated areas. The war has resulted in the temporary occupation of parts of the country. read more

A food that everyone agrees on at the table? Potatoes! More than one billion people worldwide eat them and global production exceeds 300 million tons. In Italy, we are among the top consumers, pushing the queens of tubers to the fifth place among foods. read more

The prices of India's national flower are expected to be significantly higher this year during the peak season of the Durga Puja festival due to extensive losses in lotus cultivation following the recent floods in the southern districts of Bengal. Lotus cultivation typically takes place in districts such as Bankura, East Burdwan, Birbhum, and Howrah. read more

Agrochemicals Association of Kenya (AAK Grow) has identified pests such as leaf miners, fruit flies, maize stalk borer, Tuta absoluta, and anthracnose as major threats to food crops and vegetation in Kenya, with climate change exacerbating the situation. read more

Mexico maintained its position as the world's leading supplier of fresh asparagus until 2021. However, in 2022, Peru regained the top spot after five years, pushing Mexico into second place. Since then, Mexico has concentrated on expanding its presence in markets that are also supplied by Peru, such as the UK. read more

FruitMasters, the largest fruit cooperative in the Netherlands, is aiming to establish a new standard for apples in stores by introducing a taste guide at the beginning of the topfruit season, as reported by Fruitnet. read more

Kazakh growers are facing difficulties in the market due to intense competition from imported products. Reports show that in the first seven months of 2024, Kazakhstan saw a 58% rise in apple imports compared to the same period in 2023, reaching around 107.3 million. read more

W tym roku ukraińskie przedsiębiorstwo "Agrotrade" boryka się z wyzwaniami związanymi z uprawą orzeszków ziemnych, a plony mają być niższe niż oczekiwano. Główną przyczyną jest brak opadów deszczu od momentu siewu. Pomimo że orzeszki ziemne są odporne na suszę, sucha pogoda wpłynęła negatywnie na ilość i jakość strąków. read more

Cpr System, a company specialized in the production of reusable crates for agri-food logistics, after establishing Cpr Iberia, a subsidiary dedicated to operations in Spain, discusses developments in the Iberian market at Fruit Attraction. Growth and new center. read more

In recent days, Members of Parliament approved over 1 billion euros from the EU Solidarity Fund to support recovery efforts in five countries affected by the severe floods of 2023. The package was approved with 632 votes in favor, 7 votes against, and 3 abstentions. read more

According to ABC.AZ, the wholesale prices for high-quality Guba apples in Azerbaijan currently range between 50-60 gapiks. The region started its large-scale apple harvest in mid-September, with some of the produce being sent to local, metropolitan, and regional markets within the country. read more

Hungary, as the president of the European Council, is dedicated to fast-tracking the implementation of geothermal energy in the EU, as highlighted by Glastuinbouw Nederland. During the COPA-COGECA board meeting, President Adri Bom-Lemstra engaged with the Hungarian presidency on this matter and expressed her appreciation. read more

The 8th edition of Fructura Expo will take place on December 4th and 5th at the Trixxo Arena in Hasselt, Belgium. It is the trade fair for professional fruit growers. This year, Fructura Expo will once again have the support of its regular partners: BelOrta, CLB Group, Arvesta - Hermoo... read more

First planted in 2000, the Juliet apple, which is organically produced and exclusively grown in France, has successfully established itself in the traditional apple market segment. The variety has seen good growth, with around 700 hectares of orchards currently planted. Vincent Lehallier, director of Les Amis de Juliet. read more

Regulators in the European Union have approved two acquisitions by MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, allowing the company to expand its logistics operations. The European Commission has given the green light for MSC to acquire a stake in HHLA, a container terminal operator and port based in Hamburg. read more

More than 420 exhibitors from 13 countries are anticipated to participate in the expoSE & expoDirekt trade fair duo taking place on November 20-21, 2024, at Messe Karlsruhe. The 28th expoSE is Europe's top trade fair for asparagus and berry production, while the 13th expoDirekt is Germany's biggest trade fair for agricultural products. read more

The stand of the Andalusian Regional Government at Fruit Attraction has been the setting for the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) La Tomato

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