Europe
ICA Sweden is replacing traditional plastic flower trays with molded fiber trays from Stora Enso. This shift to molded fiber trays will lead to a substantial decrease in carbon dioxide emissions over time. By swapping out a polystyrene tray for a wood fiber tray, CO2 emissions are
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Growers are invited to join DryGair and Royal Brinkman for the highly anticipated return of the 'DryGair Experience,' scheduled for Monday, June 10 – the day before GreenTech Amsterdam 2024. Building on the success of previous editions, the 'DryGair Experience' will once again be held this year.
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"It's a fantastic pear season, but whether we'll reach last season's final months' prices remains a big question," starts Dominiek Noppe from Vergro. This Belgian trading company is reflecting on a successful winter and believes this trend could continue into the final months. Throughout the season, the pear market has been strong.
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Nasce Diagram, the first Agritech hub in Italy and one of the leading ones in Europe.
2024-04-19 00:00
Drive the digitization of the agricultural sector and become the leading provider of technological platforms for agricultural companies, agro-industrial groups, financial institutions, and public administration.
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The week was marked by slow business activity. According to the BLE (Bureau of Agricultural Economics), domestic apple varieties such as Elstar, Jonagold, and Braeburn continued to be predominant. From Italy, Pink Lady and Golden Delicious were the main varieties available, while France primarily supplied club varieties like Jazz and Pink Lady.
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Horizon launches a cutting-edge plant in Spain.
2024-04-19 00:00
The global market overview of oranges
2024-04-19 00:00
As the winter chill in the Northern Hemisphere subsides, it's also time to transition to sourcing oranges from suppliers in the Southern Hemisphere. Spain, the main citrus-producing country, reportedly had a successful season with prices now decreasing towards the end. However, their supply is expected to last a bit longer.
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The largest banana ripening facility in Europe has opened.
2024-04-19 00:00
16th of April saw the inauguration of Chiquita's largest European ripening facility at the GI.MA.TRANS logistics center in Cortenuova, in the province of Bergamo, Italy. The event was graced by the presence of the Provincial Councilor, Massimo Cocchi, as well as the company's industrial partners and customers.
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Italia Ortofrutta presents ViviCittà.
2024-04-19 00:00
On Sunday, April 14th, the fortieth edition of Vivicittà took place, an international event featuring road racing and recreational walking, organized by UISP aps. Italy Ortofrutta Unione Nazionale participated in the event with its affiliated public bodies.
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Food waste on the rise: +8% in Italy
2024-04-19 00:00
Food waste is on the rise in Italy: at home, the amount of food wasted per person has increased from 75 grams per day in 2023 to almost 81 grams in 2024, totaling over half a kilo (566.3 grams). This represents an 8.05% increase in waste compared to the previous year, resulting in an annual cost of 290 euros per family.
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Over the past three years, watermelon production has expanded across the country, spurred by substantial losses in vegetable and pumpkin crops in regions such as Mykolaiv, Kherson, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa. This diversification has been successful, as farmers have found the viability of the watermelon crop.
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The EU calculated orange prices at €93 per 100 kg in March 2024.
2024-04-19 00:00
In March 2024, the EU-calculated orange prices were €93.17 per 100 kg, a 3.04% decrease from the previous month and €19 (25.19%) higher than the 5-year average. In Spain, orange prices were €95.35 per 100 kg, an increase of 45.08% compared to the 5-year average. In Italy, oranges were priced at €114.35.
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FlowerTrials at Royal Van Zanten location
2024-04-19 00:00
The FlowerTrials® location at Royal Van Zanten in Rijsenhout, the Netherlands, has a new participant this year. The Danish company Graff Breeding has joined the group of exhibitors, which includes Morel Diffusion, Lazzeri, Marathon Plants, and, of course, the host Royal Van Zanten.
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CGC condemns South Africa's actions in the WTO.
2024-04-18 22:00
The Citrus Management Committee (CGC) in Spain has criticized South Africa's challenge to the European Union over citrus imports at the World Trade Organization (WTO) as a "hypothetical dispute".
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This week in the Fruit Trade Magazine: Italy, Fresh Convenience, Market Report April
2024-04-18 10:00
Radishes are popular among many consumers due to their crisp texture and slightly spicy flavor. They can be eaten raw or cooked. Radishes are rich in nutrients such as vitamin C, potassium, and folic acid. The cultivation of radishes has been on the rise.
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"Fińscy producenci wolą małe, nowe i wysokiej jakości produkty." Translation: "Finnish growers prefer small, new, and high-quality products."
2024-04-18 00:00
W zeszłym tygodniu sala kinowa w Narpes (Finlandia) została ponownie przekształcona w salę wystawową. Pomimo niewielkiej skali targów, frekwencja była wysoka. Porozmawialiśmy z Sanderem Zuidgeestem ze Steenks Service na temat fińskiego rynku. "Podobnie jak targi, sektor jest również charakteryzowany przez swoją niewielką skalę.
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Kantar: Cost-conscious consumers are increasingly favoring imperfect or "wonky" vegetables
2024-04-18 00:00
Sweden: Simone Margulies appointed new President and CEO of Axfood
The Board of Directors of Axfood has appointed Simone Margulies, currently Managing Director of Hemköpskedjan AB, as President and CEO of Axfood as of 15 August 2024. Simone Margulies will succeed Klas from that date onwards. read more
The Board of Directors of Axfood has appointed Simone Margulies, currently Managing Director of Hemköpskedjan AB, as President and CEO of Axfood as of 15 August 2024. Simone Margulies will succeed Klas from that date onwards. read more
Shortage of supply in Ireland has led to high demand for high-quality stock, resulting in premium prices.
2024-04-18 00:00
As wet weather persists, very few plantings have been carried out again this week in Ireland. The colder weather conditions have increased home consumption and retail sales as stocks of 2023 season potatoes continue to dwindle. The supply shortage has resulted in packing quality stock.
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Vibrant request for the prince of vegetables, a recognized excellence throughout Europe. Emilia Romagna produces 7% of the 8,100 hectares cultivated with asparagus in Italy and is the European reference point for the Green Asparagus of Altedo PGI. The prized spear is grown in a
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"Organic asparagus sales are currently strong."
2024-04-18 00:00
Po I 'false start' w połowie lutego, kampania organicznych szparagów na farmie Pasquariello Giovanni w Carapelle (Foggia, Włochy) oficjalnie rozpoczęła się w połowie marca. W sumie firma uprawia 20 hektarów organicznych i 20 hektarów konwencjonalnych szparagów. Apuliańska firma specjalizuje się w
After a 'false start' in mid-February, the organic asparagus campaign at the Pasquariello Giovanni farm in Carapelle (Foggia, Italy) officially began in mid-March. In total, the company grows 20 hectares of organic and 20 hectares of conventional asparagus. The Apulian company specializes in read more
After a 'false start' in mid-February, the organic asparagus campaign at the Pasquariello Giovanni farm in Carapelle (Foggia, Italy) officially began in mid-March. In total, the company grows 20 hectares of organic and 20 hectares of conventional asparagus. The Apulian company specializes in read more