Large Washington organic apple crop may turn around the situation of declining demand

Washington expects a large apple crop this season, resulting in a production increase for both organic and conventional fruit. “The organic apple crop…

More bagged organic citrus expected from California

Organic citrus in California might see a slightly later start to its season. For Creekside Organics, which partnered with Capay Organic in January…

Coachella bell pepper production kicks off

Green bell pepper production started early this week in Coachella. “The fields look really good right now, it would be difficult to know that a…

Rooftop greenhouses boost Montreal local food production

Lufa Farms is an urban agriculture company out of Montreal. Their specialty? ‘Occupying’ rooftops with greenhouses. “We have five greenhouses so far,”…

Guayaquil, Ecuador, October 24-27, 2023

Photo Report: Banana Time 2023

The Association of Ecuadorian Banana Exporters (AEBE) held their XX (20th) International Convention, Banana Time 2023, at the Hilton Colón Hotel in Guayaquil last week, from…

Establishing mango operations

Mission Produce UK plans to double ripening facility

Mission Produce, Inc. today announced expansion plans for its forward distribution center (FDC) in Dartford, England, to double ripening capacity and…

USDA

U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement seasonal perishable products - weekly update

Mexican asparagus through Arizona, California and Texas expected to remain the same

It seems that unpredictable weather has affected the produce industry harder this year than last year. Cost of inputs, commodity pricing volatility and…

Long Island-based R&D greenhouse begins first harvest

Ark Foods has begun its first harvests at a new Eastern Long Island R&D greenhouse. “Our mission at Ark Foods has always centered around a deep…

USDA

National Retail Report - specialty crops

Pumpkins, cabbage, Brussels sprouts, sweet potatoes, carrots and winter squash quite popular

Currently, pumpkins are of course popular, along with cider and fresh apples. Many retailers offered potted and fresh-cut marigolds. Hearty meal makers…

Cathy Burns, IFPA

"I call on world leaders to adopt policies that grow produce consumption"

IFPA has released a portion of CEO Cathy Burns’ State of the Industry presentation for viewing on the IFPA website. “This time last week, I had just delivered…

USDA to provide funds to commodity and specialty crop producers impacted by 2022 natural disasters

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced more than $3 billion to fund the Emergency Relief Program (ERP), helping commodity and specialty crop…

January 11 to 14, 2024

SE regional fruit and vegetable grower conference returns to Savannah

The SE Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference returns to Savannah, Georgia, in January 11 to 14. In 2023, the event hosted more than 3000 attendees and 290…

Driving up prices

Brazilian consumers are seeing heightened competition for mangoes

Amid robust foreign demand and a favorable exchange rate for exports, Brazilian consumers are experiencing heightened competition for mangoes, predominantly…

Abdelmoumen El Achkar reassures: losses will not derail the season

"We lost 6,000 tonnes of avocados to the storm"

The dust is settling and the picture is becoming clear for the Moroccan avocado industry, after storm Bernard raised concerns last week. Abdelmoumen El…

Morocco's cultivated rosemary campaign draws to a close

The Moroccan cultivated rosemary season is drawing to a close, with calendars available until December. Exporters continue to supply several markets on…

Freak snow damages Free State apple orchards

Unexpected snow in a localised area near Harrismith in the Free State has damaged nets and poles, even flattening orchards under the weight of the…

Rise of Egyptian dates:

Historical achievement in Moroccan market

In the MY 2022/23, Egypt has set a historical record for exporting dates to the Moroccan market, more than doubling its export volume in this…

EU-Australia trade deal talks collapse

The trade talks between the EU and Australia have stalled. The talks between Brussels and Canberra were seen as a final attempt by the two to solve their…

Apple growing in Australia in decline because prices haven’t risen in 20 years

According to The Australian Grower, apple growing in the country is gradually dying out. Australian farmers complain that the business is becoming unprofitable…

Average wholesale prices of bananas in Europe

Average wholesale prices of bananas from Latin America at €104/100 kgs in the Netherlands in week 42

In week 42, the average wholesale prices of bananas from Latin America stood at €104/100 kgs in the Netherlands. Average wholesale prices of bananas produced…

Export volumes of Uzbek grapes continue to decline

In October 2023, the volume of exports of fresh table grapes from Uzbekistan is expected to be approximately 30% lower than in the previous month and up to 3…

Greece's fruits and vegetables: agricultural exports surge to record levels in 8 months

The key factor contributing to a positive trade balance in the agricultural sector over the past 8 months, from January to August, has been the rise in prices…

Austria:

NÖS presents new potato varieties

In Austria, potatoes were planted on about 20,400 hectares this year. This means a loss of 15 percent of the cultivated area over the last three years.…

Could pumpkins be the superfood of the future?

Pumpkins are a well-known autumn staple. However, some claim that this vegetable could be the superfood of the future. In the West, pumpkins may be the main…

Israeli retailers urged to prioritize local produce sales

Israeli supermarkets have been urged by the Ministry of Agriculture to support local farmers by promoting and prioritizing the sale of domestically grown…

Pemberton fungi business is a surprise hit

Seemingly, Reece Villier and his family never expected to be running a successful mushroom-growing business. Along with his wife Erin, Villier, repurposed an…

Eastern Highlands province, Papua New Guinea

Kainantu district taps into avocado cultivation

The Kainantu district development authority in Eastern Highlands province has embarked on commercializing avocados. Many people have shown interest in the…

UK accused of plan to further cut cost of bananas at expense of African producers

Despite the cost of living crisis, the price of a bunch of bananas in British supermarkets is no higher today than it was three decades ago. Every country in…

Comeback of the Yen may be a waiting game

Currently, investors are bypassing the yen. They seem to be cooling on the idea that a big rally is just around the corner, even as bets firm that a policy…

SNAP report claims:

'European hauliers at tipping point as driver shortage spirals'

According to analysis by parking services company SNAP, a labor shortage “tipping point" has been reached in the European road transport industry. The company…