A cherry from the Japanese prefecture of Yamagata in western Japan was auctioned for 100,000 yen (590 euros) at a market in Tokyo. The cherry belongs to the Yamagata Benio variety, which was introduced to the market last year and is known for its large size and vibrant red color. read more

On three stages and over three days, expert speakers will provide the best combination of strategic insights and practical tips for business success in Asia. read more

In 2023, at least for the Emilia-Romagna region, it was not a good year - the floods had particularly affected the fruit producers and significantly reduced the harvest. This year, Italy is also not spared from weather fluctuations. Nevertheless, especially for read more

Between 2012 and 2022, the area used for organic farming increased in almost all EU countries. The strongest growth rates in this period were recorded in Croatia (+306%), Portugal (278%), and Bulgaria (182%). read more

"The consumers can look forward to enjoying delicious Swiss cherries in the coming weeks," according to the SOV. The cherry crops are in good condition despite the rain, resulting in excellent fruit quality. Thanks to various varieties with different read more

Currently, due to weather conditions, only small amounts of cauliflower are available. Producers in neighboring countries to Germany are also facing a similarly tight situation. German cauliflower is priced at 25 euros per unit at wholesale markets in Germany. read more

Mehmet Akın Doğan, head of the Agriculture Chamber of Adana Yüreğir, said: "The fact that the UEFA European Football Championship coincides with our watermelon season this year has made our farmers very happy. We expect a yield of 8 to 9 tons per hectare. If the read more

"The damages are occurring even under the rain covers, as an exception," says Dany Bylemans, director of the research facility pcfruit. For cherry growers, this now means hoping for drier weather. "Then the late varieties could still perform well," Bylemans said. read more

India plays a leading role in mango production, which aims to encourage traders to support the import and distribution of Indian mangoes in South Africa. read more

After the start of the blueberry harvest in southern and central Germany, the blueberry season in the open fields is now also beginning in Germany's largest blueberry cultivation area: the North German Plain. Lower Saxony, with approximately 2,200 hectares of cultivation area and around 65% of the production, is at the center of it. read more

Australia's table grape industry will soon have access to a "plug-and-play" traceability solution that is aimed at boosting customer confidence and increasing exports to Southeast Asian markets. The Australian Table Grape Association (ATGA) has been granted funding for this initiative as part of a recent development. read more

The suggestion is part of the set of economic recommendations from the European Commission, in which Brussels points out that Spain "faces additional challenges related to a significant and growing situation of water scarcity and stress."

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Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have recently announced the resumption of container transportation services to key ports in Ukraine, particularly those situated on the Black Sea. This marks the first time container shipments have resumed since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. read more

The citrus export season in South Africa is gaining momentum, with volumes gradually increasing after a slightly slower start. According to Sarel Joubert, Managing Director of the exporter In2Fruit, "the season is going well, and we are shipping to various countries, including the UK, Europe, Canada, Russia, and." read more

Africa and the Middle East are becoming increasingly strategic areas for the export of Italian fruits and vegetables. Macfrut 2025 will be presented in Egypt, in Cairo, on Wednesday, September 11th, where a press conference will be held to introduce the 42nd edition of the International Supply Chain Exhibition. read more

A drop of between 30 and 40% in plum production in Extremadura, Spain's main production area for this fruit, is not leading to significantly higher prices compared to last season. This poses a challenge, especially for large companies with high costs. The abundance of small-sized plums is also impacting the market. read more

Recent severe weather conditions, such as heavy rains and hail, have resulted in the damage of numerous hectares of orchards in Moldova, significantly impacting cherry and apple production. In some districts, up to 80% of cherry orchards have been affected, making the fruit unsellable. read more

Bananas are one of the most widely available fresh fruits in the world. They are especially popular with children and are an excellent source of potassium. They come with a peel that acts as their own convenient, easy-to-open, and biodegradable packaging. In the US, they are typically quite popular. read more

Amazon zamierza zainwestować dodatkowe 10 miliardów euro w NiemczechGigant technologiczny Amazon ogłosił plan inwestycji dodatkowych 10 miliardów euro (10,7 miliarda dolarów) w Niemczech. Firma poinformowała, że 8,8 miliarda euro zostanie przeznaczone na rozbudowę obiektów swojej spółki zajmującej się chmurą obliczeniową, Amazon Web Services, w okolicach Frankfurtu. Źródło: dw.com read more

The project "A world beyond the apple. A European flavor-filled experience" is a triennial European communication and information campaign about the different varieties of apples. The project will be disseminated in Spain and Italy with the aim of transforming the. read more