This is reported by reefertrends, citing information from the Statistical Coordination Office Acorbanec. The European Union (27) remains the most important destination country, accounting for 30.02% of total exports, followed by Russia with 18.44%, the Middle East with 13.29%, and the read more

Asia's total fresh fruit imports increased in 2023 due to a rise in intra-Asian trade of tropical fruits, with a notable increase in durian shipments to China. read more

The 2024 Farmer Voice survey, which involved 2,000 farmers from Australia, Brazil, China, Germany, India, Kenya, Ukraine, and the US, has shed light on the challenges, aspirations, and requirements of farmers amidst climate change, digitalization, and economic and political uncertainty. read more

Peruvian blueberries have been shipped to the port of Tianjin, China, for the first time, reducing transit times to the northern Chinese market. The 11.7-ton consignment arrived at Tianjin on 18 September. This marked the first time that South American blueberries were imported through a northern port. read more

Na skutek niszczycielskiego wpływu burzy Boris w całej Europie, Komisja Europejska zaproponowała przydzielenie 119,7 miliona euro z rezerwy rolniczej na bezpośrednie wsparcie dla rolników dotkniętych sytuacją w Bułgarii, Niemczech, Estonii, Włoszech i Rumunii.

After the devastating impact of Storm Boris across Europe, the European Commission has proposed to allocate €119.7 million from the agricultural reserve to directly support farmers affected in Bulgaria, Germany, Estonia, Italy and Romania. read more

California’s avocado growers may be anticipating a plentiful harvest next year. However, on the same day they projected a larger crop in 2025, they also expressed frustration that the government will permit Mexico to carry out its own inspections on avocado orchards that export to the US. read more

Carrefour Belgium announced that they have observed an increase in sales of vegetable meal kit packs since they started displaying them next to plant-based protein products. read more

Perfection Fresh, one of Australia's largest fruit and vegetable producers, has had its Two Wells property quarantined after the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) was detected. read more

Journalists Miguel Ángel Mainar, contributor to the magazine Tierras, Alicia Lozano from the magazine Mercados, Patricia Biosca and Isabel Miranda from the newspaper ABC, and Javier Bolaños from Canal Sur Radio, have been announced as the winners of the XIV edition of the Journalistic Awards convened by

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Aussie Apples is leading the No Snackgrets campaign to promote healthier snacking habits among Australians. The initiative aims to encourage 9.5 million snackers to choose apples as their preferred snack, with support from the Apple and Pear Strategic Market Development Panel. The campaign is based on... read more

Według dyrektora Agroinnovation, ceny hurtowego czosnku na Ukrainie wzrosły w tym roku z 1,8 euro/kg zeszłego roku do 3,5 euro/kg. Koszt sadzenia nasion pozostał stabilny, co stwarza korzystne warunki dla producentów. Ten wzrost cen jest głównie spowodowany przez Chiny. read more

The year 2024 has not been favorable for Moldovan plum producers. Orchardists report that a shortage of summer rainfall and record-high temperatures have negatively impacted both the quantity and quality of the fruit. Market participants also anticipate that the plum season in 2024 will end early. read more

In Jodhpur, there has been a significant increase in vegetable prices, making them less affordable for many people. Garlic, onions, and potatoes have all seen significant price hikes. The rise in garlic prices, in particular, has raised concerns among consumers. The price of garlic has reached Rs 400 per kilogram. read more

Taiwan has relaxed its import restrictions on food from five Japanese prefectures, allowing the importation of all Japanese food products under general conditions. This includes products like mushrooms, game meat, and koshiabura (a type of mountain vegetable). read more

The World Bank has extended its support to the Global Alliance against Fusarium TR4, an international coalition dedicated to combating a disease that poses a threat to bananas, a vital food source worldwide. This collaboration aims to reduce the spread of the disease, which has significant implications for. read more

Hispanian exports of strawberries and blueberries, mainly grown in Huelva, experienced a 12% increase in the first seven months of 2024 compared to the previous year. Strawberries reached 251,072 tonnes, showing a 4% growth, while blueberries had an output of 82,971 tonnes, which was a 20% increase. read more

The latest archaeological discoveries have revealed evidence of American sweet potato starch granules at an ancient site in Aotearoa/New Zealand's South Island. This finding provides insights into the importance of the crop in the Polynesian colonization of colder South Pacific islands. The sweet potato, which has a long history in the region, was... read more

The Panama Canal Authority has introduced improvements to its Maritime Services Tariffs section, designed to offer stakeholders easier access to updated toll rates and maritime service costs. This section now includes a comprehensive list of current tariffs, presented in a detailed format. read more

Spain produced 1.8 million tons of stone fruits this season, which is 3% more than last year and 9% more than the average of the past five seasons, as reported by Elena Busutil, the Director General of Agricultural Productions and Markets at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. read more

California avocado growers are voicing their concerns about a decision made by the U.S. to shift pest inspections from USDA personnel to the Mexican government. USDA inspectors have traditionally been vital in preventing the importation of avocados from California. read more