The availability of papayas is somewhat limited, but not scarce. There is not an excess of fruit due to cool weather in Mexico two to three months ago, which led to many papayas having marks or spots. As a result, a significant amount of fruit is being discarded as it does not meet export quality standards. read more

The Ministry of Economy has announced that in 2023 Mexico has become the world's top tomato exporter, with record exports reaching 2.988 billion dollars. This accomplishment has positioned the country ahead of the Netherlands and Spain, which came in second and third in the export rankings. read more

WAPA, the World Apple and Pear Association, released the apple and pear stock figures for May 1, 2024. The data reveals that in Europe, apple stocks increased by 1% compared to 2023, reaching 618,436 tons, while pear stocks surged by 18.9% to reach 61,207 tons. In the USA, as of May 1, the apple stocks... read more

A significant technical event recently took place in Ragusa, Sicily, focusing on "TSI Italia strategies to counter ToBRFV", which is becoming an increasingly popular topic within the Sicilian tomato industry. Attendees registered for the convention. While this issue is global, it is particularly relevant in those areas. read more

A KNUSA scientist and the chief projects engineer of 'Inzhtechbud' will assist vegetable growers in understanding the engineering of an ideal greenhouse at the All-Ukrainian forum 'Intensive Vegetable Growing: make money on a greenhouse,' which will take place on June 19 in Lviv. read more

With cavitation ultrasonic transmitters, Ultramins helps growers achieve clean irrigation water and maintain a clean water system. Over the past 3 years, the company, founded by Robert de Hoo, has supplied USAF™ transmitters to 42 countries. However, there is still a need to convince people." read more

Z powodu rekordowej produkcji jabłek w USA, w tym roku jest znacznie więcej owoców przechowywanych niż w tym samym czasie w zeszłym roku. Waszyngton, największy stan uprawy w kraju, ma o 24 procent więcej owoców w magazynach w tym roku w porównaniu z rokiem ubiegłym. "Rasa Honeycrisp ma podwójną ilość w... read more

The sector of production and marketing of packaging for fruit and vegetable products in Vittoria, in the Ragusa area, was a business controlled by the mafia clan. read more

An association of lime growers and packers is warning about the impacts of drought on Mexican lime production. Yesterday, the Persian Lime Growers and Packers Association (COPELP) released a statement about the extreme heat and drought conditions affecting all crops in Persian lime-growing regions in Mexico. read more

The Australian kiwi supply has been abundant this season, with volumes higher than last year. "The quality has been excellent this season," said Susan Lewis from Murray Bros. "We are observing more green kiwifruit in the Australian market than the gold varieties." Murray Bros supplies Zespri Gold. read more

Kimitec has just registered their first natural miticide in Mexico. This marks a significant milestone in their dedication to a future with zero residues and waste, advocating for a fully circular agri-food system that meets the requirements of both major distributors and consumers. read more

The 2023/2024 season marks a significant change, as Hortgro, the industry association of deciduous producers, has expanded its market development to new regions such as the USA, India, and the Middle East. This strategic move aims to further penetrate the markets. read more

Według Gabriela Mariscala, kierownika ds. biznesu w CB Fenton, Kanał Panamski boryka się z coraz większymi wyzwaniami związanymi z zmianami klimatycznymi ze względu na inaugurację śluz NeoPanamax w 2016 roku, które wymagają większej ilości wody niż starsze śluzy Panamax. To zapotrzebowanie na wodę jest potęgowane przez wymagania dotyczące... read more

For almost twenty years, Fusarium oxysporum f.sp. lactucae has been rampant in our lettuce production fields, and for years Enza Zaden has been updating its proposals on Fusarium resistance. The Agro Nocerino Sarnese area has been affected by Fusarium 1 until recently. read more

The Jardin de Québec is a major vegetable growing region in North America and the season has just begun. Last week, on June 8, the harvest of Romaine lettuce, green leaf lettuce, and Boston lettuce began in the fields. "Normally, we start the weekend before June 15, but the unusually warm weather" read more

The first quarter does not bring satisfaction to Italian foreign trade, as demonstrated by a significantly negative trade balance (-96 thousand tons). What is particularly worrying is the trend: the deficit compared to last year has more than doubled. At the very least, the equivalent. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) released two new reports highlighting the effects of the agricultural labor shortage on the fresh produce industry and the food security of the United States. The reports, carried out by Texas A&M University's Center for North American Studies and a prominent... read more

If you happen to take a walk among the cherry trees in Vignola and ask for feedback on the season from the producers, you may come across a thousand contrasting opinions. Some are enthusiastic while others claim another disastrous season like those of last year, so drawing conclusions may be challenging. read more

While Chile is still experiencing delays in grape shipments on the East Coast, production has already begun in both Mexico and Coachella, California. Peruvian and Chilean growers have seen high demand throughout 90 percent of their seasons. However, there is an excess of late-season Chilean grapes with mediocre quality at the moment. read more

With a proactive approach to expanding its export horizons, Egypt is gaining market share in the Canadian orange market, at the expense of Spain and Morocco. read more