"The carrot season has been good so far, without any big surprises," says a representative of the Spanish producer Somos Hijolusa. "We have been affected by some storms in the Seville area and by hail in Albacete, which have caused minor damages, but in general terms, we are highly satisfied." read more

Cut flower breeders and brokers held open houses in California on August 13-16 to showcase new varieties and receive feedback from growers. "The event was primarily attended by West Coast growers, but it is beginning to attract attention from across the USA and Canada. Groups from the read more

Najnowszy przegląd działalności rolniczej Rabobank North America pokazuje, że ceny wywozowe truskawek wynosiły około 10 USD za skrzynkę dla owoców nieorganicznych, spadając o około 40% R/R dla produktów z Kalifornii, do połowy sierpnia. Wysyłki w ciągu ostatnich czterech tygodni wzrosły o 10% R/R. Dostępność truskawek w read more

The supply of mangoes from Mexico is reaching the end of the season. "Southern Sinaloa is almost finished, and we are now in the Los Mochis region, which is producing very large Keitt mangos ranging from size 3s to 6s and 7s. The duration of this season will depend on how long the favorable weather conditions persist," says. read more

Melones del Sol, a family company founded in 1998 in Costa Rica, has established itself as a leader in the export of melons to Europe. Co-founder Marbeth Venegas shared with us in an exclusive interview how they have managed to stay competitive in a market as demanding as Europe's. read more

Grupo Visa from Costa Rica produces and sells fresh pineapples, frozen pineapples, pineapple juice, and dehydrated pineapple. This diversified approach enables them to utilize the fruit to its fullest potential and minimize waste. Max Paniagua, the sales manager at Grupo Visa, emphasized the importance of innovation. read more

IFCO, a company specializing in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, has released a behind-the-scenes documentary titled "The cycle of tomorrow." It showcases how IFCO is revolutionizing the fresh grocery supply chain for REWE Group, which operates in Europe, with its unique approach. read more

Climate plays a significant role in the banana supply chain, with warmer temperatures and heavy rainfall affecting production volumes, especially in South American growing countries. Ecuador experienced a 1.6% decrease in exports up to July 2024, primarily as a result of climatic factors causing lower yields. In North America, the situation is different. read more

Certifications have become a fundamental requirement for fruit and vegetable exporters who aim to access the international market. Arno van der Maden, founder of the Costa Rican company N&S del Trópico, has been a leading figure in this industry, offering guidance to producers and exporters in Latin America. read more

The Celina QTee® pear, which has been cultivated in Belgium since 2015, was harvested in Canada for the first time this year. This red-blushed variety is a hybrid of a Williams pear and a Broket July. Since its creation, the variety has seen worldwide expansion and is now grown not only in Belgium, but also in other countries. read more

Chilean table grape exporters have welcomed a decision by Mexican plant health authorities to extend a pilot plan allowing imports into the country under a Systems Approach. The move eliminates the requirement to fumigate the grapes with methyl bromide, enabling them to reach the market in better condition. read more

"The wedding industry remains a vibrant environment for floral professionals, with trends changing according to the seasons and a constant demand for innovation," says Joost Bongaerts, CEO of Florabundance. Florabundance is a flower wholesaler in the USA that ships flowers nationwide. read more

Michigan's apple industry is projected to harvest 30.5 million bushels (1.281 billion lbs.) in 2024, as announced at the USApple Outlook meeting in Chicago. This estimate surpasses the state's typical yearly production, indicating a significant trend of rising yields. Diane Smith, the executive director of the industry, mentioned this positive development. read more

Join FCG Marketing Director, Dejan Kristan as he provides an overview of the 2023 Flowers Canada Growers' Industry Analysis, also known as the Stats Book. In this webinar, they'll discuss the trends, insights, and potential opportunities in the greenhouse floriculture sector, as well as the analysis. read more

Po rekordowej produkcji w zeszłym roku, plantatorzy jabłek spodziewają się kolejnego udanego roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Amerykańskie Stowarzyszenie Jabłek (USApple) podczas 129. dorocznego Konferencji Perspektyw w Chicago. Perspektywy Przemysłu USApple 2024 dostarczają najbardziej aktualnych danych. read more

Analysts at EastFruit have pointed out a surprising fact: despite being a cold northern country, Canada is one of the fastest-growing exporters of fruits and vegetables globally. Each year, Canada increases its export of fresh vegetables and fruits by 9.2%, surpassing the growth rate of exports from Morocco. read more

According to Fruitnet, a significant wildfire in the Attica region, north of Athens, has destroyed thousands of hectares of land and had a negative impact on local vegetable production. read more

The complete life cycle of an EPAL pallet is shown - from production through use to repair and reuse, clarifying its claim of Reusable = Added Value. The display illustrates how EPAL pallets contribute to reducing CO2 emissions and waste. read more

Sezon awokado w Meksyku trwa przez cały rok, z okresem przejściowym w lipcu, gdy owoce późne są zbierane w górach, a nowe owoce zaczynają pojawiać się w obszarach o niskiej wysokości. W tym roku Alfredo Rodriguez Sr., prezes i dyrektor generalny Villita Avocados, przyznaje, że przejście to przebiega wolno i read more

Authorities in the Dominican Republic have seized a large amount of cocaine hidden in a shipment of mangoes and pumpkins destined for Canada. The confiscation took place at a terminal in Boca Chica, located in the Santo Domingo province, with the involvement of law enforcement and military personnel. read more