VDW: Annual Balance 2023 - overall challenging economic situation led to a significant decrease in sales
2024-04-25 13:00
Additionally, the industry was further burdened by plans from the European Commission to introduce rigid quotas for reusable packaging in e-commerce and certain transportation sectors. These not only threatened to unfairly disadvantage corrugated cardboard but also jeopardized declared sustainability goals.
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Monitoring product quality is a crucial task in the effort to minimize waste in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. Retailers require top-notch products, while consumers anticipate good taste and extended shelf life. Growers aim to produce high-quality items without compromising on production.
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Due to climate change, with late spring frosts, heavy rainfall or heatwaves - as reported by German Fruit and Vegetables - protected cultivation is becoming increasingly important. It not only ensures the harvest, but also provides natural protection.
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La campaña de frutas de hueso española ha tenido un buen comienzo.
2024-04-25 11:00
This year, stonefruit producers in southern Spain have been blessed by favorable conditions from Mother Nature. A mild period leading up to the new season has led to a high-quality crop, and the export season has begun successfully.
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Strawberries in Germany are increasingly being produced in greenhouses rather than in open fields.
2024-04-25 10:00
In 2023, as reported by the Federal Agency for Agriculture and Food (BLE), strawberries were cultivated on a total of 14,010 hectares - a decrease of nearly a quarter compared to 2015. This is mainly due to the fact that fewer strawberries are being produced in open fields (-5,669 hectares).
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The Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods criticizes the Plastic Packaging Waste Reduction (PPWR) initiative.
2024-04-25 10:00
Nowe zasady dotyczące opakowań, przyjęte przez Parlament Europejski, budzą "poważne obawy dotyczące handlu i bezpieczeństwa żywności" - twierdzi z siedzibą w USA Sojusz dla Zrównoważonych Opakowań dla Żywności (ASPF).
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AMI: Appealing condition of lamb's lettuce
2024-04-25 10:00
In the Palatinate region, the field salad harvest is progressing. The low temperatures are having only a minimal impact on the crop growth. The quantities are increasing and the quality of the produce has improved. Sales are currently satisfactory within seasonal limits. In the north, additional crops are being planted.
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Hungary: Frost danger for fruit production not yet over
2024-04-25 09:00
Especially considering the fact that according to the industry association Fruitveb, the blossoming of fruit trees is very advanced this year. It was reportedly completed by mid-April, indicating that nature is significantly ahead compared to previous years.
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Raspberries: Lower quantities from Spain
2024-04-25 09:00
The majority of berries arriving from Spain and Morocco are flowing to the retail food sector, which increased its advertising activity in the 16th week. The advertised prices ranged from 11.92 euros/kg to 15.92 euros/kg compared to the previous week.
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Ecuador: Export of bananas to Algeria significantly increases
2024-04-25 09:00
As for the destination countries, the decline in shipments to the EU, Russia, and the United Kingdom was offset by an increase in shipments to the USA, North Africa, and the Far East. The largest increase was recorded in Algeria, where...
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Currently, a European apricot harvest of 523,986 tons is expected, slightly higher than the 2023 result of 523,103 tons. This year, Spain and France have swapped positions: following a very weak year for Spanish producers.
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Tru-Cape is enjoying a successful campaign.
2024-04-25 01:00
Pomimo wyzwań początkowego sezonu, Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing, jeden z wiodących eksporterów w RPA, wyraził optymizm co do jakości obecnego zbioru jabłek i gruszek.
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With a significant production volume, Serbia is a major player in the European apple market. However, recent challenges have arisen in maintaining market positions and exploring new export opportunities. Ukraine has emerged as a strong competitor in the market, especially in the Middle East.
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Time to dance the 'Rumba'!
2024-04-25 00:00
In the Małek Farm, the first fruits have just ripened. Almost 100% of the crop here is of the 'Rumba' variety. The seedlings are supplied by DeKemp, and if the plantations remain in good condition after the first season of use, they are left for another production cycle.
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The Panama Canal Authority is planning to increase the number of daily transits to 32.
2024-04-25 00:00
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) announced that there will be scheduled maintenance at the Gatun Locks from May 7 to May 15, which will decrease the daily transits through the Panamax locks from 20 to 17. After the maintenance is completed, measures have been outlined to increase the daily transits to 32 in response to the situation.
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The retail and consumer demand in Ireland continues to be strong.
2024-04-25 00:00
Retail and consumer demand remains strong. The recent dry weather has allowed growers in many areas to start preparing the ground and planting both early and maincrop varieties. As reported by several media outlets, it is expected that stocks will be very low.
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Maersk and the University of Chile, in collaboration with exporter Geofrut, have released a study that carries important implications for the export of Chilean cherries, especially targeting emerging markets such as India, Europe, and Southeast Asia. The cherry season for 2023-2024 has concluded.
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An unusual cold weather spell is affecting fruit harvests in Europe.
2024-04-25 00:00
Europe is currently going through an unexpected cold spell, which is having a significant impact on the agricultural sector. Fruit farmers are particularly worried about the effect on their summer harvests. The continent is experiencing lower temperatures than originally predicted for spring, leading to concerns about food supply.
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The HelloFresh Group achieved its highest ever quarterly revenue.
2024-04-25 00:00
Włochy nałożyły na Amazon grzywnę w wysokości 10 milionów euro za rzekomo nieuczciwe praktyki handlowe. Włoski organ antymonopolowy nałożył karę na dwie spółki zależne od Amazona, wynoszącą łącznie 10 milionów euro (10,7 miliona dolarów) za rzekomo nieuczciwe praktyki handlowe, oświadczył regulator. Decyzję tę amerykański gigant e-commerce oświadczył, że zaskarży. Źródło:...
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In Ukraine, the first shipments of early locally grown cabbage are now available for sale. Analysts from EastFruit report that these initial quantities consist of young white cabbage and have recently entered the Ukrainian market. This marks the beginning of the early cabbage season this year.
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