Moleaer's innovative nanobubble technology, distributed in Spain by BS Nature (Biosabor), has been proving since its introduction in the market to be a real innovation in the agri-food sector, especially in greenhouse crops. Studies carried out in
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The export of fresh fruit and vegetables from the EU to Chile from January to September 2023 stood at 293 tonnes with a value of 186,000 euros, according to data from the Statistical Office of the European Union, Eurostat, processed by FEPEX. Imports, on the other hand, stood at
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According to EastFruit analysts, in 2023 Ukraine made a real “berry breakthrough” into the very difficult Swiss market. The fact is that Switzerland is not a member of the European Union, so the food market in this country is very protected from imports, and the requirements for product
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Fresh carrot prices in Ukraine began to rise from the beginning of December 2023, analysts of the EastFruit project report. Despite higher prices, demand remains robust, which keeps pushes carrot prices further up. read more

According to EastFruit analysts, Ukraine continues its active expansion into the global markets of frozen berries and fruits, which we wrote about in the article “Ukraine is the world champion in terms of berry exports growth rate.” read more

According to EastFruit analysts, Ukraine continues its active expansion into the global markets of frozen berries and fruits, which we wrote about in the article “Ukraine is the world champion in terms of berry exports growth rate.” read more

According to EastFruit analysts, Spain has sharply reduced are under raspberries. According to the Freshuelva association from the main berry-producing province of Spain, the area under raspberries for the new season’s harvest may fall by 21.5%, which is the most dramatic reduction in area
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After a four-week period of price stability, potato prices began to rise in Moldova last week, according to EastFruit price monitoring. The average wholesale price for fresh ware potatoes increased by 17%, to 7 lei/kg, which is equivalent to US $0.39/kg. Potatoes of higher quality are offered in
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Practically all Danes, 99.7 per cent of them to be precise, buy organic on a daily basis. That’s according to Carsten Ahrenfeldt, head of market at Organic Denmark, the leading association of organic farms, growers and consumers. read more

As we come to the end of another year, the global garlic market finds itself in a rather tricky situation in many countries. In the Netherlands, garlic prices reach an 'all-time high,' driven by quality issues in Spain and a reliance on more expensive Chinese imports. France faces high prices
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Anticipation is high for the fourth edition of Marca Fresh of which Fresh Point Magazine is media partner. The exclusive format, centred on sustainable innovation in the fruit and vegetable sector, will take place as part of Marca by BolognaFiere, the only trade fair in Italy for the mdd, scheduled to be held at the exhibition centre
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In December, onion prices noticeably dropped, with producers selling their products for 0.24 to 0.36 euros/kg at the beginning of the month. This marked an average decrease of around 16% compared to previous months. Additionally, the cost of vegetables has halved since December 2022. read more

During the final berry event of 2023, called “Berry Market 2023”, organized by the association of berry growers of Moldova “Pomuşoarele Moldovei”, FAO economist Andriy Yarmak presented an assessment of the state, trends, and development prospects of the global berry market. According to
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The New Year's Eve tradition of eating grapes for good luck, popular in Spain and Latin America, is going viral on TikTok. Originating in 19th-century Spain, the custom involves eating 12 grapes at midnight, with each grape symbolizing good luck for one month of the coming year. read more

The Egyptian citrus season was proceeding at a steady pace, with calm competition, until the advent of the "Suez Canal crisis". Logistical disruptions are worrying exporters, particularly those focusing on non-European markets, and are driving up prices. Abdullah Elrehiewy, CEO of Royal Foods,
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Mercadona ends 2023 with 49 stores in Portugal read more

According to EastFruit, Egypt remains the leading supplier of imported artichokes in Italy, both in fresh and frozen form. The amount of Egyptian artichokes that enter the Italian market varies from 9 to 15 thousand tons per season (roughly from July to June). Egyptian exporters have a strong
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The 2023/2024 campaign is proving challenging for Spanish lemons, with prices at the edge of profitability. read more

The garlic market is experiencing some difficulties this December, with “high prices and quality well below expectations,” according to Patrick Flin, head of Paris-Ail and Royal Saveurs. France and Spain have suffered from the weather, and China is experiencing a major production shortfall,
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Even though Spanish companies' imports of Egyptian oranges have risen exponentially, coinciding with two years of lower production, "there is no doubt that the fruit will be labeled correctly," says an industry operator, "indicating the country of origin of the production, and not just where it
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