Managing the shelf life of fruit and vegetable products is essential to avoid waste and provide optimal products to consumers. This was the idea of Laura Rabasco, Francisco Jiménez, Arícia Possas, and Fernando Pérez, researchers from the HIBRO group at the University of Córdoba. read more

The new season of Rong'an kumquats from Guangxi, China, officially launched on November 8, with strong demand driving high prices. Compared to previous years, prices have risen by 8%-10%, reflecting the growing popularity of this premium fruit. "In recent years, Rong'an kumquats have gained read more

Between January and September of the current year, Georgia's tangerine exports reached $5.4 million, a significant increase from the $1.1 million recorded in the same period last year. A large portion of these exports, $4.85 million or 86%, were sent to the Russian market. read more

The Lark Seeds Italia S.r.l. is born, the Italian branch of Lark Seeds International, a professional vegetable seed company operating in markets since 1997 with headquarters in Woodland, California (USA) and presence in 5 other branches in Mexico, Turkey, Greece, Portugal, and Canada. The company boasts 6. read more

A major issue for both the previous and current grape seasons in India continues to be the challenges with the Red Sea route, according to Amit Chopde, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports. "The previous Indian grape export season was really difficult due to longer transit times." read more

The Chanthaburi province in southeast Thailand is famous for its production of durian, a fruit known for its strong aroma and unique flavor. This area is crucial for the cultivation of durian, which is protected by a spiky shell and has a moist, yellow flesh. Despite its potent smell, which has been... read more

During the peak of the pomegranate harvest season in Iraq's Diyala province, farmers are raising concerns about crop damage and falling prices. They attribute these problems to competition from imported goods and a lack of sufficient government assistance. This situation jeopardizes the survival of the region's pomegranate industry. read more

Amit Sharma, the owner of the Indian fresh produce trading company Fresko Fruits, stated that the time for importing Turkish apples to India is soon to begin. He mentioned that India has emerged as a lucrative market for Turkish apples, particularly the Red Delicious variety, which is in high demand among Indian consumers. read more

Several thousand potato farmers in Lalmonirhat and adjacent districts in northern Bangladesh have expressed concerns over the high prices of potato seeds impacting this season's cultivation. Atoar Rahaman, a farmer from the Mostofi Bazar area in Lalmonirhat Sadar upazila, highlighted the issue. read more

Badanie przeprowadzone niedawno przez badaczy z College of Arts and Sciences na Uniwersytecie Indiany w Bloomington oraz Szkoły Sztuk Wyzwolonych na Uniwersytecie Indiany w Indianapolis podkreśla potencjalne korzyści z wprowadzenia europejskiego systemu certyfikacji dla lokalnych produktów spożywczych, znanego jako "Oznaczenie Geograficzne" (GI). read more

Wolumen przywozu wiśni znacząco wzrósł, co spowodowało gwałtowny spadek cen w porównaniu z ubiegłym tygodniem. To pobudziło aktywność na rynku. Na przykład odmiana Santina o specyfikacji 2,5 kg 2J jest teraz wyceniana na około 350–380 jenów za skrzynkę, podczas gdy dwie w jednej specyfikacji 2J. read more

Oishii has announced that it will introduce its popular Koyo Berry to Harris Teeter locations in the DMV area, expanding its presence along the East Coast. This announcement follows Oishii's recent expansion into Chicago. The Koyo Berry, which translates to "elated" in Japanese, was launched in February. read more

The horticulture sector in New Zealand is expected to benefit from the recent free trade agreements with the Gulf states, according to Associate Agriculture Minister Nicola Grigg. Grigg emphasized the importance of the free trade agreement with the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) and the Comprehensive Economic Partnership. read more

The previous week at the 7th China International Import Expo, Avocados Australia signed a AUD $300 million purchase agreement with Shanghai Huizhan. The organization also signed several Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with important entities to facilitate future trade. read more

The peak industry body for Australia's certified organic industry has raised concerns about a proposal to eliminate labeling requirements for gene-edited products. They argue that this move would decrease transparency for consumers and raise the risk of unintentional contamination in the strictly non-GMO organic sector. read more

Vietnam's export portfolio to the US has witnessed significant contributions from other agricultural sectors such as cashews, pepper, fruits, and vegetables. Remarkably, cashew exports have increased to over $871 million, showing a 33 percent rise, while pepper exports have surged to $300 million, up. read more

In order to stymulate agricultural exports, Chinese company Zhengzhou Chen's Sun has expressed interest in investing in durian cultivation and processing in Cambodia. This matter was a major point of discussion during a meeting on November 6, 2024, between Cambodia's Prime Minister Hun Manet and Xuemei Chen, Chairman of... read more

Farmers in Chandpur, Bangladesh, are now concentrating on early winter vegetable cultivation and Boro crop cultivation as part of their recovery efforts from recent natural disasters, such as floods. The district's eight upazilas experienced substantial agricultural losses caused by floods, prolonged water-logging, and heavy rainfall. read more

The Asian bug is now a constant negative factor in our orchards and controlling this insect seems to be increasingly complex. Veneto orchards have been particularly targeted this year; despite the season appearing promising in terms of volumes and quality. read more

Oishii has announced that it will introduce its highly sought-after Koyo Berry to Harris Teeter stores in the DMV area, expanding its presence on the East Coast. This announcement follows Oishii's recent expansion into Chicago. The Koyo Berry, which means "elated" in Japanese, was launched in February. read more