The avocado has emerged in recent years as one of the star crops in many regions of the world, with a significant increase in demand both nationally and internationally. This versatile fruit has conquered palates and hectares of cultivation, experiencing an unprecedented boom

in recent years.
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As the last containers of Chilean cherries are still arriving by ship over the next few weeks the season is being hailed as excellent by exporters. This is despite a slower start mainly due to rain, which was partly offset by a later Chinese New Year. "The Chilean cherry export season ended very
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On 20 and 21 February, buyers from the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Northern Ireland, Serbia and Croatia were the protagonists of a two-day event with visits to greenhouses and production facilities (including Coop. Aurora, Ortomì and Moncada), showcooking by chef Nicola Amendola based on
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It has been a disastrous campaign for Spanish lemons, most of which remain unharvested in the fields of the province of Alicante. read more

Agriculture is the sector most affected by the consequences of climate change: in 2022 alone, the Italian agricultural economy recorded a drop in production of 1.5 per cent, or around EUR 900 million; read more

In Malta, the agricultural community faced a significant challenge when the traditional intermediaries at the Pitkalija market had their licenses revoked. Despite the dire predictions, the Malta Youth in Agriculture Foundation (MaYA) observed a commendable level of cooperation among farmers,
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Uzbekistan’s banana imports dropped by 5% in 2023, reaching 133.5 thousand tons, compared to 140.2 thousand tons in 2022. read more

EastFruitreports that Moroccan melon exporters bounced back from a dismal year in 2022 and achieved impressive export results in 2023, despite facing a severe drought and other climatic challenges. read more

In a vivid demonstration of discontent, French cherry farmers in the Ardeche region, a notable fruit-producing area, vented their frustrations over an EU-wide dimethoate ban by depositing a ton of decaying cherries at a government building in Tournon-sur-Rhone. This action underscores the grave
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EastFruit reports that Moroccan melon exporters bounced back from a dismal year in 2022 and achieved impressive export results in 2023, despite facing a severe drought and other climatic challenges. read more

The supply of melons on the West Coast looks to be steady. "There's ample supply of cantaloupes and honeydews at all the ports right now from all shippers," says Justin Bootz with Legend Produce LLC. "I'm not sensing a shortage at all. All the contracts are being covered and supply definitely
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While the Spanish farmers continue their mobilisations with tractorades in different parts of the country, the market boards in France show the reality of the figures and are atrue

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In Murcia, Spain, farmers escalated their protests against what they perceived as unfair EU trade and agricultural policies. Utilizing go-slow tractor marches, they caused significant disruptions across the region's motorways, culminating in substantial traffic jams, particularly around the
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The supply of mangoes out of Southern Mexico continues to be short. "It's Tommy Atkins and Ataulfo fruit that are seeing short supply still due to the conditions they had down there during the flowering months 90 days ago," says Gary Clevenger of Freska Produce. read more

If there is a product considered premiumumin Japan, it is undoubtedly the table grape. So much so that a 'traditional' bunch of grapes in the supermarket can start at a minimum price of EUR 10, rising further depending on variety and quantity. A market undoubtedly different from
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Enhancing value creation through business analyses, pear cultivation, resilient varieties, or digitalization and Agri-PV: There are numerous approaches to sustain food production in Germany and the region. Ahead of Fruchtwelt Bodensee (February 23 to 25, 2024), it becomes clear: The political
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As part of the measures announced by French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal to support the agricultural sector and contain farmers' protests, France has asked the European Commission to suspend the sale of fruits and vegetables treated with thiacloprid on the European market. read more

The Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forestry, Francesco Lollobrigida, and the President of the National Association for Insurance Companies, Bianca Farina, met at the ministry to discuss issues and possible developments to strengthen the
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Kyrgyzstan imported more apples than it exported in 2023, according to data from the National Statistical Committee. read more

The Dole Food Company has announced that DOLE® Organic Fair Trade Certified Pineapples were named a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2024 Sustainable Innovation Awards. The full list of awards can be found on goodhousekeeping.com. read more