Egyptian orange exports to Southeast Asia to reach record high in current MY
The Egyptian orange exports to the Southeast Asian countries continue setting new records, as reported by EastFruit. Considering such developments, the final result of the current MY 2022/23

Valagro becomes Syngenta Biologicals
Syngenta has announced the launch of Syngenta Biologicals, a new reality that brings together Valagro, the biostimulants and specialty nutrients pioneer it acquired in 2020, with its in-house

Spanish canned food doubles the price of Italian canned food on the Chinese market
The Spanish canned vegetable market in China, with origins in Navarra and Murcia, has a smaller market share than its main European competitor, the Italian market, but its products are more

Retailers ‘not profiteering’ over high prices
British supermarkets have not been profiteering by raising food prices over the past year, the Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has concluded. The CMA has been assessing how retail

Solutions for the biological protection of raspberries in tunnels
As part of the Raspberry Factory 2023 project, we test and implement solutions to optimise production technology to the situation at hand or changing market requirements. Several such solutions

Are low-priced products the solution to all problems?
Much has been said in recent weeks about price increases in the fruit and vegetable sector, forgetting that the sector is often subject to inflationary and deflationary periods caused by

Growing watermelon in Poland. The fruit can be exceptionally sweet and aromatic
Arbutus is successfully grown in the South of Mazovia, among other places. What factors determine the success of the crop?.More. Go to the article

Does lettuce give gas?
What is lettuce? Lettuce, a green leafy vegetable with a crisp and refreshing texture, is widely consumed around the world. Known scientifically as Lactuca sativa, it is a cool-season crop that

57% of the fruit and vegetable supply chain sells without making a profit
57% of the fruit and vegetable supply chain sells at a loss or without margins, according to the survey conducted in 2023 by the Global Coalition of Fresh Produce (GCFP), which brings together the

Sour cherry buying 2023 - what prices for freezing and pressing?
The cherry season is slowly kicking off. The cold stores are fully buying cherries, and we still have to wait to buy cherries for pressing..More. Go to the article

Are low-priced products the solution to all problems?
Much has been said in recent weeks about price increases for fruit and vegetables, forgetting that the sector is often subject to inflationary and deflationary periods caused by particularly

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

Forest berry prices 2023 - where is it more expensive and where is it cheaper?
The forest berry season is underway. In mid-July, a "rash" of these fruits is usually expected in the forests, but due to the drought, the situation varies greatly across the

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

Minister's meeting with fruit processors. How will this affect raspberry prices?
A meeting between processors and Robert Telus took place at the Ministry of Agriculture. The prices of raspberries and other fruits for processing were discussed.More. Go to the article

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

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)

Currants 2023: Recipients not willing to offer higher prices
Blackcurrant rates are a negative surprise for growers. Just a few months ago, it seemed that prices for blackcurrants would be much higher.More. Go to the article

Protein takes away from a balanced diet
Consumption trends, as we know, have a significant impact on the sales of products displayed on supermarket shelves, and it is now well established that protein lines are a consolidated trend,

Centrale Ortofrutticola inaugurates new plant
Centrale Ortofrutticola, a company specialising in the production and marketing of fruit and vegetables based at the Ortomercato di Milano, expands by opening a new packaging centre in Melzo

State purchase of raspberries only for a select few? Pathology occurs
Lublin growers complain about irregularities in raspberry purchases operating on behalf of companies designated by the State Treasury company. Raspberry growers claim that at the purchases the

Uzbekistan: At the beginning of the season prices for popular grape varieties are significantly higher than last year’s
In the third decade of June 2023, the first offers of the popular Rizamat and Kishmish Kora (Black Kishmish) grape varieties of the new crop appeared on the domestic market of Uzbekistan, at about

2.5 bln euro of annual turnover. What does one of the largest wholesale markets in EU look like? (Part I)
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