Sharp drop in South African pomefruit exports
The South African apple and pear industry has reported that apple exports will be down by 11 per cent, while pears will be 20 per cent lower than last year. Hail during the early season caused

2.5 bln euro of annual turnover. What does one of the largest wholesale markets in EU look like? (Part II)
Italy is one of the biggest players in the global fruit and vegetable market. In 2022, the volume of just external trade in fruits and vegetables (fresh, dried, and frozen) in Italy totaled $11.6

Training and experimentation in the supply chain, Emilia-Romagna approves 19 projects
Training, experiences in experimental farms, information on the most sensitive topics of the new agriculture such as competitiveness and environmental issues. The Emilia-Romagna Region is

IV gamma salads, here's how to have more consistent leaves
The quality of ready-to-eat salads is often criticised by questioning the consistency and quality of the leaves used. often, however, what can compromise quality requirements is not the bagging

Successfully launched Be Fruity! Next stop Veneto
Be Fruity! the tour that brings quality fruit and vegetables to Italian beaches has started with great public support. It kicked off last weekend in Rimini, at the Adriatic Village, and continued

IG partners with The Fresh Connection to boost Indian exports
IG International and The Fresh Connection have signed a joint venture to boost exports of Indian fruits and vegetables to new and existing markets worldwide. IG said the two companies will work

Anglesey vertical farming project is extended after success helping fresh produce growers
A vertical farming project on the North Wales island of Anglesey has been extended after helping Welsh fresh produce growers expand, reports Wales Farmer. Following a successful two-year

Potato Exchange, product prices on consignment defined
After the signing of the Framework Contract for Emilia-Romagna, which regulates the sale of potatoes for fresh consumption for the three-year period 23-26, the Joint Commission (Potato Exchange)

Taylor Farms to acquire stake in Foodiverse
Taylor Farms has agreed to buy an undisclosed stake in Spanish salad and prepared food specialist Foodiverse. In a statement, Foodiverse said both companies will become partners through a capital