Zespri has confirmed that over a million trays of fruit grown in New Zealand will be destroyed following the discovery of rats on the ship carrying the first batch for the new season in Europe (click here for more details). read more

Po nawiązaniu partnerstwa między Cape Flora SA (CFSA) a rządem Western Cape, członek zarządu CFSA i dyrektor zarządzający De Fynne Nursery w pobliżu Paarl (RPA), Jacky Goliath, będzie reprezentował zarówno przyszłych, jak i komercyjnych producentów kwiatów ciętych w RPA na targach w Chelsea. read more

"The fruit industry remains interesting and even more challenging nowadays with the external threats that have increased tremendously," says Gary Britz, Managing Director of the South African fresh produce exporter ELE™ Trading, based in Cape Town. "Comparing our 2014 SWOT analysis to the current one..." read more

Light Science Technologies has announced an exclusive distribution agreement with AgriLogiq Technical Systems, a provider of agricultural automation. This agreement will allow Light Science Technologies to market and sell its nurturGROW lights in South Africa. The agreement was signed by management from both LSTH and AgriLogiq. read more

Kenya has been experiencing heavy rainfall and frequent floods since March. This has had a significant impact on the export of fruits and vegetables from the East African country. Belgian company Starfruit, which imports peas and beans from Kenya year-round, has also been affected by these weather conditions. read more

W ciągu ostatnich tygodni nastąpił znaczący spadek jakości peruwiańskiego awokado, zwłaszcza na północy kraju, co skutkowało znacznymi stratami ekonomicznymi dla producentów. Według Elizabeth Miranda, doradcy ds. produkcji w Vivero Los Viñedos, dominującymi rozmiarami są

In recent weeks, there has been a significant decrease in the quality of Peruvian avocados, especially in the northern part of the country, leading to significant economic losses for producers. According to Elizabeth Miranda, production advisor at Vivero Los Viñedos, the predominant sizes are read more

The Dounan flower market in Kunming City, the capital of Yunnan Province in southwest China, has experienced a significant increase in sales recently. This is due to the popularity of flowers and plants with auspicious names and a subscription-based business model among consumers. Currently, there is a growing demand for flowers and plants that symbolize prosperity, happiness, and luck. read more

In Italy, approximately 1.5 billion kilograms of food are wasted each year, with disruptive effects on the economy, sustainability, and the environment due to the negative impact on energy consumption and waste disposal. read more

The Spanish watermelons and melons had a positive debut on the market, partly due to the high temperatures of recent weeks. Despite the excellent quality of the product, the future prospects are uncertain, considering the current state of demand, the climate, and the impact. read more

Crop anomalies result in significant losses for farmers and growers annually. These anomalies can range from tip burn and yellow-brown leaves to the initiation of pest and disease outbreaks. A drone equipped with automated flying capabilities scans the crops, while AI-powered software identifies and reports any anomalies. Globally, farmers and growers are impacted by these issues. read more

Ta seria prezentuje średnie hurtowe ceny bananów według kraju pochodzenia. Ceny są krajowymi średnimi najczęściej pobieranymi cenami za banany na rynkach hurtowych w Birmingham i Londynie. Publikacja ta jest aktualizowana co tydzień. Aktualne średnie ceny tygodniowe bananów wynosiły: read more

Fluna, a pan-African company with operations in East and West Africa, has ventured into the competitive European fresh produce market with a specific goal: Driving the African economy through international trade. Miguel Sousa Dias, CEO/Co-Founder of Fluna, emphasized the company's strategic vision. read more

The Czech Republic has become the main destination for pitayas from the Spanish island of La Palma grown by producers belonging to the Pitapalma Association. "By standing together, we are managing to market the fruit without competing against each other. We are exporting 90% of the production… read more

The Australian federal government has awarded $2.5 million in grants to five Australian small to medium-sized businesses collaborating on innovation projects with Singaporean counterparts. Among them is LLEAF, a company active in the greenhouse industry. According to innovationaus.com, the read more

EastFruit analysts have noticed a decrease in export conditions for these commodities from Uzbekistan. As of May 14, 2024, the Cabinet of Ministers of the country has made it mandatory for the previously recommended prices for fruits and vegetables, available through a specific link, to be used as the standard. read more

Locally grown tomatoes, which are popular in the summer, have been available in the Chinese market for over half a month. With the rising temperatures, merchants have recently started actively selling them. However, compared to previous years, merchants are reporting a significant reduction in tomato production volume. read more

The melon and watermelon season in Morocco is once again being disrupted by unusual weather conditions. In addition to reduced cultivated areas due to drought, the current colder-than-usual climate is causing delays in harvests. Ahmed Bouljid, an exporter of various fruits, states: "We're witnessing a near... read more

Onedayone, a major exporter of Chinese fruits and vegetables, has announced the company's 20th-anniversary celebration. The event, themed "Grateful for our journey together, collaborating towards a bright future," is taking place in Yantai, Shandong province, China, the home of Onedayone. read more

We are entering the heart of the cherry harvest season even in the areas of Northern Italy – the only ones missing are the mountain productions of Trentino-Alto Adige and Piedmont – which certainly did not welcome with pleasure the intense rains that have characterized the month of May so far. read more

Tosca, a global leader in innovative reusable plastic packaging solutions, announces the launch of its latest product line in Europe: foldable containers.

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