TOVs as well as round tomatoes primarily originated from the Netherlands and Belgium, followed by Spain, with supplies from Morocco no longer playing a significant role according to BLE. The popular cherry tomatoes were mainly sourced from Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. read more

Blueberries are a relatively new fruit in Azerbaijan, with the harvest season running from June to the end of July. Berry Blue was founded by Mehri Ahmadova and her husband five years ago, and they now cultivate blueberries on 21 hectares of open ground. "Our blueberry harvest in Azerbaijan is from read more

Vellsam Materias Bioactivas and Fresh Del Monte have launched De l'Ora Bio, an association that has opened an innovative plant in Kenya.

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Ukranian farmers are currently experiencing a significant setback this spring due to exceptional weather conditions. According to reports from EastFruit, persistent nighttime frosts are expected to destroy almost half of the country's blueberry harvest. Some agricultural businesses are preparing for losses of up to 90%. read more

The strawberry campaign in Huelva, which represents over 90% of Spain's strawberry production, is now in its final phase with an average price higher than in previous campaigns. According to the latest report from the Price Observatory of the Junta de Andalucía, the total volume marketed so far is... read more

Biesheuvel Knoflook has fresh garlic from Italy available for the fourth year in a row. According to Thijs Boersma, "Italian garlic serves as a great transition to the Dutch season starting in mid-June." The garlic from Italy comes in two sizes: 50+ mm and 60+ mm. read more

Carccu®, a packaging manufacturer based in Sastamala, Finland, has been awarded the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) forest certification. "Before obtaining the FSC certification, we already had a PEFC certification, which we received last year. Now we hold all forest certifications." read more

After a period of stability, tomato prices in Morocco have recently witnessed a notable surge, reaching up to 14 dirhams per kilo in urban areas like Casablanca. As of May 8, 2024, the price range for tomatoes in Casablanca has expanded, with both the minimum and maximum prices rising significantly. read more

Ethiopia has a diverse range of climates suitable for crop cultivation, ranging from the cooler highlands that make up most of the country to the lowlands with a mild year-round climate. read more

Protected Cropping Australia is once again organizing "Webinar Wednesday" events. During these events, industry leaders and companies will offer insights into various topics to better educate their members. The first webinar is set for Wednesday, May 22nd at 4:00 pm. read more

The South African blueberry season is at the starting line. In the northern part of the country, harvesting has already begun and the first exports are expected in up to four weeks. read more

In response to a call from Légumes de France, as well as the FDSEA 66 and JA 66 unions, a new mobilization is taking place today, May 16th, starting at 9am in Perpignan. The goal is to "begin the march from Saint-Charles towards the southern tollgate of the A9 highway." The producers are targeting. read more

Precision digital agriculture is making its way to increasingly larger surfaces. However, Spain is one of the countries in Europe with smaller plots, which may be hindering the adoption of these technologies. In order to have a sector

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Bostock Group Ltd, a New Zealand family-owned horticultural enterprise with a 40-year legacy, has agreed to transfer 240 hectares of orchards to Scales Corporation. This deal involves both the sale of land and the transfer of leases, representing a strategic move to unlock value while. read more

Sezon owoców pestkowych stopniowo nabiera tempa na hurtowym rynku w Zurychu. Hiszpańskie morele, brzoskwinie i nektarynki już krążą, a włoskie owoce pestkowe powinny pojawić się niedługo. „Pierwsze wczesne włoskie czereśnie również trafiają na rynek. Jednak ich barwienie jest...

The stone fruit season is gradually picking up pace at the Zurich wholesale market. Spanish apricots, peaches, and nectarines are already circulating, with Italian stone fruits expected to follow soon. "The first Italian early cherries are also hitting the market. However, their coloring is..." read more

W Łotwie Służba Żywnościowa i Weterynaryjna (PVD) przeprowadziła ponad 400 inspekcji w różnych punktach sprzedaży żywności, takich jak sklepy, stragan, stoiska uliczne i hurtownie, w ramach ciągłego monitorowania handlu świeżymi owocami, warzywami i jagodami. Inspekcje miały na celu... read more

Agilent Technologies has formed a strategic partnership with ICAR-National Research Centre for Grapes (NRCG) in India. The partnership is focused on jointly developing advanced analytical workflows to address key gaps in food safety protocols. This collaboration is a response to the increasing demand for... read more

The power of flowers will be celebrated across the UK and Ireland on June 8th, 2024. Flower Power is unique; goosebump-inducing blooms that are used to celebrate every life event, from happy to sad occasions such as weddings, birthdays, new babies, exam successes, and all the "just because" purchases. read more

Charic Fresh Fruit & Vegetables has been exporting fresh produce from Uganda for many years and offers a wide range of products. "We have the Jumbo avocado, which is native to East Africa and much larger in size compared to the Hass or Fuerte varieties. We export all these varieties from Uganda as well as... read more

The Washington cherry crop is progressing well and the harvest is anticipated to begin on schedule, around June 1st. After a challenging 2023 season, growers and shippers are optimistic for a more favorable market this year. "Cherries are such a vibrant commodity and a sign of hope for us, so we..." read more