The harvest of pomegranates in the Western Cape has started, and early signs suggest that there will be good yields and high quality. "The first batches of early varieties will reach their destinations soon, and fruit shipments to the Middle East are expected to arrive on time for the end of Ramadan. We are optimistic." read more

In week 11, the average wholesale price per kilogram of bananas from Latin America and the Caribbean increased in Bulgaria (BG), France (FR), and Slovakia (SK), while Romania (RO) saw a decrease. According to the data, Bulgaria's average price rose slightly from €1.40 in week 10 to €1.42 in. read more

Yami Fruits, led by Romanian entrepreneurs, is building a processing and packaging facility in Şoimus commune, Hunedoara county. The project is supported by the Just Transition scheme, which aims to assist regions affected by decarbonization, according to Ziarul Financiar. Romania's blueberry and... read more

With two months of the season remaining, the Israeli mandarin is experiencing volumes that surpass those reported in 2024. read more

Clive Maquange, the managing director of Loynchip Enterprises, based in the Concession area of Mazowe, north of Harare, has announced that the export pea season has begun on the three farms operated by the company. They are starting almost two months earlier than other pea exporters in Zimbabwe. How do they accomplish this? read more

The agricultural cooperative Melavì, born in 2013 from the merger of the three historic realities of Ponte in Valtellina, Villa di Tirano and Alta Valle, is facing a deep crisis, as reported by ilgiorno.it. For years, the financial situation has been compromised by high debt. read more

Spinneys Supermarket has opened its first store in Jeddah and is expanding in Riyadh as it continues to grow across Saudi Arabia. Cenomi Centres and Spinneys have signed leases for new Spinneys locations throughout the country, with plans to have 12 stores in the Kingdom by 2028. Some of the upcoming locations include U-Walk Riyadh and U-Walk. read more

In 2024, Israeli mango exports continued to grow, reaching a volume of 16,400 tons, which marks a 14% increase compared to 2023 (14,400 tons). This growth can be attributed to the expansion of existing orchards and the entry of new growers into the market. The sector is increasingly emphasizing its presence in international markets, including... read more

The head office of the AAI Group is located in the UK, with additional offices in South Africa, China, and Europe, as well as 150 brand affiliates worldwide. The South African branch specializes in perishables, primarily shipping from Cape Town to West Africa and the Middle East, as well as Europe and the UK. read more

The Portuguese apple export season has come to an end, with United Growers shifting their focus to supplying the Middle East for the remaining part of the season, according to Joao Juma, the export manager for the Portuguese apple exporter. "Our predictions of high prices have proven to be accurate since the beginning of the season. read more

The vertical microgreen farm established in Kyiv, Ukraine, by partners Oleksandr Bilyak and Roman Mykhalevych has been operating since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, continuously improving its technologies, reports EastFruit. read more

Ghana's vegetable export revenue reached $48 million in 2024, as reported by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), marking an increase from over $26 million in 2023. This information was disclosed by Mr. Raymond Rashid Kramer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, during the Israel trade conference. read more

"We not only use PCR, we create it," says Owen Diller of East Jordan Plastics. "We take containers originally made for and used in the horticulture industry and recycle them into new horticultural containers." Since the early 1960s, this Michigan-based company has been dedicated to reducing waste. read more

Ghana's vegetable export revenue reached $48 million in 2024, as reported by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA), marking an increase from over $26 million in 2023. This information was disclosed by Mr. Raymond Rashid Kramer, Deputy Chief Executive Officer of GEPA, during the Israel. read more

Saudi Greenhouse Management and Agri Marketing Co. (SGH) is collaborating with Topian, the NEOM food company focused on ensuring the sustainability of food systems, to set up the Horticulture Innovation Center (HIC) at the University of Tabuk. This state-of-the-art facility will function as a center for education and development. read more

In Romania, the month of March is significant for two important celebrations. On March 1st, there is the traditional "Martisor" celebration, which commemorates the beginning of spring. This is followed by Women's Day on March 8th. These celebrations make March the peak month for the flower business in Romania. According to an analysis conducted by the company Frames, women are read more

You have probably heard of Neom - the region being developed in northwest Saudi Arabia, one of the driest areas in the world - which has been described by Topian, responsible for creating sustainable food production methods for the city, as "more than a construction project". read more

Saudi Greenhouse Management and Agri Marketing Co. (SGH) is partnering with Topian, the NEOM food company dedicated to developing resilient food systems, to set up the Horticulture Innovation Center (HIC) at the University of Tabuk. This state-of-the-art facility will function as a center for education and... read more

"2024 był bardzo dobrym rokiem dla naszej firmy. Był to rok konsolidacji, zwłaszcza jeśli chodzi o wolumen i naszych klientów" – oświadczył Marcelo Salgado, menedżer Dusal Ecuador. W 2024 roku firma udało się podwoić swoje eksport, z 40 do 80 kontenerów, dodał. "To jest nasza baza, z której" read more

Itaueira has formed a strategic partnership with MBR Company, based in São Paulo, to restart exports of its Rei-branded melons to the markets of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). read more