In Ukraine, the first shipments of early locally grown cabbage are now available for sale. Analysts from EastFruit report that these initial quantities consist of young white cabbage and have recently entered the Ukrainian market. This marks the beginning of the early cabbage season this year. read more

The initial shipment of tomatoes from Turkmenistan has reached Russia by sea through the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC) and arrived at the Olya checkpoint in Astrakhan. This information was reported by official media sources in Astrakhan. The tomatoes were transported via a ferry trip from the port of Turkmenbashi, which involved 40 trucks. read more

The Food and Veterinary Service (FVS) of Latvia conducted inspections on more than 390 fresh produce retailers within a month, uncovering violations in 40% of cases. The majority of infractions were related to misinforming consumers about the origin and quality of the products. The inspections specifically targeted the accompanying documentation. read more

The government is implementing several welfare schemes aimed at doubling the income of farmers. One such scheme provides free seeds to farmers who grow flowers, particularly marigolds. Marigold farmers are benefiting greatly from this program, as they are able to double their income by utilizing these free seeds. read more

Supply chains in Europe are facing limitations because ports in the western Mediterranean are operating at full capacity. This issue has arisen as shipping companies redirect their routes from Asia to Europe through the Cape of Good Hope, bypassing the Red Sea where vessels have been targeted by Houthis. read more

Po przesłaniu pierwszych 15 palet cytryn Limorè pod koniec marca, japońscy dystrybutorzy poprosili Konsorcjum Producentów Cytryn związanych z Rocca Imperiale o podwojenie wolumenu w nadchodzących tygodniach. Linia Premium "Jesteśmy zaskoczeni wynikami, jakie nadal osiągamy za granicą." read more

Georgia is expecting a significant increase of 15-20% in its fruit and vegetable harvest for 2024, as announced by Vakhtang Bejitashvili, the president of the Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association. Last year's harvest was impacted by unfavorable weather conditions, which affected the quantity and. read more

In Poland, after an unusually warm period, owners of orchards and vineyards have started lighting bonfires to lessen the effects of a sudden cold snap on their crops. The earlier warm weather, with temperatures exceeding 25°C, caused plants to bloom prematurely, making them susceptible to... read more

Carnation flowers, also known as Dianthus caryophyllus, are not only beautiful decorations but can also generate significant income for cultivators. These flowers are set to enter the Dubai market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) as an ingredient for preparing luxurious dishes. read more

EastFruit analysts have reported a gradual decrease in carrot prices in Ukraine. Currently, the market is pricing carrots between 8 and 10 UAH/kg, which is equivalent to just 20 cents USD based on the latest exchange rates. These prices are similar to those seen in 2020. read more

Bananas hold the top spot in the worldwide fruit market, consistently ranking as a favorite choice. They are not only a fundamental part of many people's diets globally but are also easily accessible year-round. However, an interesting trend has recently surfaced, as pointed out by analysts at EastFruit: read more

"Organized chaos" is the best way to describe the shipping of products during the past 2023/24 deciduous fruit season from South Africa. Anlin Shipping has observed a significant rise in specialized reefer vessels, primarily from FPT, the privately operated terminal at the Port of Cape Town. read more

The production of aromatic and medicinal plants in Morocco has been significantly impacted this year by prolonged drought conditions, resulting in reduced supply and prompting many growers and exporters to switch to other crops, as stated by Mehdi Benchekroun, the owner of Domaines Mehdi Benchekroun. read more

Rob Hanifin is the new Product Specialist for Climate Screens at Ridder North America. Located on the US East Coast, Rob will provide support to growers across North America and around the world. "We are excited to welcome Rob to our team," said Lynda Gallagher, Sales & Service Operations Manager at Ridder North. read more

EastFruit's detailed weekly price analysis, now in its sixth year covering Tajikistan, reveals a troubling situation for local farmers as prices for two essential vegetable crops, carrots and onions, continue to plummet. read more

The Indian government is eager to enhance the floriculture sector in India by partnering with The Netherlands. In line with this goal, Secretary of Agriculture Mr. Manoj Ahuja is leading a delegation of policymakers to visit Dutch Plantum, Royal FloraHolland, and HilverdaFlorist (a joint venture partner of KF Bioplants, India). read more

On April 23rd, the streets of Catalan cities and villages are filled with books and roses as the Spanish region celebrates Sant Jordi. "Sant Jordi is very important to us, everyone looks forward to this day, it's one of the busiest days in the market," says Diana Sumelzo, manager of Mercabarna-Flor. read more

Women's tour by Carrefour.es: For the second year in a row, one of the major sporting events promoting female talent in Spain. read more

A recently published study from the Netherlands provides documentation of the continued decline of plant species that depend on pollination by insects and other animals. This study, drawing on data spanning nearly 90 years, raises concerns about biodiversity and food security. While not unexpected for many of us, it serves as an important reminder of the urgent need for conservation efforts. read more

The largest share (39%) was accounted for by the Netherlands, as reported by reefertrends. Following them are Spain (22%) and China (15%). The average price on the international market was 2.22 US dollars/kg, representing an increase of 8% compared to the previous year. read more