GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BANANAS

The climate plays a big role in the banana supply chain, with warmer weather and a lot of rain impacting volumes in especially South American growing countries. Ecuador saw…

Mangos not involved

Rectification of article on foodborne illness outbreaks

Yesterday, FreshPlaza published an article originating from FoodSafetyNews.com, containing an update on foodborne illness outbreaks. FreshPlaza amended…

Concerns mount over truck availability and pricing following Canadian railway strike

While the Canadian federal government is stepping in and sending the rail dispute with workers from Canada's two major railways–the Canadian National…

Strong potato supply as new growing regions begin harvest

Fall new crop potatoes are getting underway as the industry is coming off a record-high 2023-2024 supply season. "Many of our grower communities are…

North Bay Produce strengthens sustainability commitment

In spring 2024, North Bay Produce announced that the cooperative is working on a comprehensive sustainability strategy focusing on climate-smart…

University of Florida research:

Mesh bags protect citrus against greening and may improve tree health

You may have seen small trees in white shrouds on hills along the highways. They protect citrus trees from the Asian citrus psyllid and therefore,…

US: Plenty and 7-Eleven make ready-to-eat salads available to Californians

7-Eleven, Inc.,and Plenty Unlimited Inc. team up to roll out produce in 7-Eleven® locations throughout California. "We are thrilled to introduce Plenty…

Argentina sends its first blueberries with quarantine treatment to the US

Argentina's National Agri-Food Health and Quality Service (Senasa) certified the first export of blueberries with quarantine treatment at the source: 4 tons of…

From space to farm: readying NASA satellites to help growers

The Cornell-developed "PhytoPatholoBot" detects spectral signatures of three kinds of devastating grape diseases – powdery mildew, downy mildew and…

Government of Canada-commissioned study highlights the importance of plastic packaging

A study commissioned by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) and Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) highlights the role of packaging in…

Annual skirt steak event raises over $46,000 for community non-profits

California Giant Berry Farms shared details from its Skirt Steak BBQ fundraising event—which resulted in over $46,000 raised for the California Giant…

New onion and potato season kicks off in Pacific Northwest

Idaho Falls-based Eagle Eye Produce has kicked off its new crop shipping season for onions and potatoes from its Idaho-Oregon and Washington…

Costa Rica's pineapple boom

Costa Rica's Grupo Visa produces and markets fresh pineapples, frozen pineapple, pineapple juice, and dehydrated pineapple. This diversification allows it to use the fruit the…

New markets for Peruvian organic cape gooseberries

Reinhard Schedlbauer, founder and general manager of AgroAndino Peru, has led a transformation process that has allowed his company to become a…

Eng. Eliezer Domínguez, General Manager of Capitán Piña Panamá

Panamanian MD-2 pineapple: betting on new markets and diversification in times of low demand

Panamanian company Capitán Piña, specialized in pineapple production and export, led by General Manager Eliezer Domínguez, has faced a challenging year…

The added value of certifications in accessing demanding export markets

Certifications have become a fundamental requirement for fruit and vegetable exporters willing to access the international market. Arno van der Maden,…

Peter Herrera, Chairman of the Board at Apasem Foods, Peru

Peru faces challenges and opportunities with ginger and turmeric exports to Europe

Peruvian ginger and turmeric exporters shipping to Europe are having a difficult time this year, marked by production challenges and a growing demand.…

Stability in the price of Costa Rican melons for the European market

Melones del Sol, a family company founded in 1998 in Costa Rica, has established itself as a leader in the export of melons to Europe. Its co-founder…

Peruvian ginger export revenue increased in July

In July 2024, Peru exported 4,688 tons of ginger for $9.7 million, i.e. 20.3% less volume and 9.4% more value than the 5,885 tons of ginger it exported for…

Euro trades at its highest against the US dollar this year

In the ever-dynamic world of global currency markets, the euro has emerged as a standout performer, reaching its highest level against the dollar this year.…

Christophe Van Haelst, VHM Fruit Trade

"Better a little too few pears than a little too many"

With the first official harvesting by federal Agriculture Minister David Clarinval, the Conference season has kicked off after all. Van Haelst Fruit…

Anton Riezebos, Polder Potato:

“Our potato exports to southern Europe are growing”

"Here, in Flevoland [the Netherlands], this season's potato crop is certainly not lost, even after all the rain," says Anton Riezebos of Polder Potato…

Limited number of grape growers offers opportunities for expansion for Druiven Dewit

"Corona brought people in and these consumers never left"

Things have not been easy for Belgian grapes in recent years. Energy costs remain a thorny issue and growers are struggling to find succession, raising…

How IFCO’s circular model empowers REWE Group to reduce waste and single-use packaging

IFCO, a company specialising in reusable packaging solutions for fresh food, has released abehind-the-scenes documentary titled "The cycle of…

Antonio Cerdán, from La Calandina:

"We have the latest yellow peach of the Spanish season"

The Spanish peach season is certainly at a very advanced stage, since it kicked off in the earliest areas last April, and in the coming weeks it will…

Fresh Gala apples are already being picked after early start of the season

"The weather in Poland is like a rollercoaster"

The Polish apple season came early this year, says Emilia Lewandowska, office manager for Fruit-Group: "This year, we've had an earlier start of the…

New label for ready-to-eat mangos and avocados launched

Ready-to-Eat pre-ripened products with a longer shelf life, better taste and smaller environmental impact. That is the promise of the new product line…

Spain

South African thrips confirmed in Camp de Morvedre, Valencia

The agricultural organization La Unió Llauradora has reported the presence of the South African thrips in plots in the Camp de Morvedre region, where…

Dr. Willy Dillen joins Associated International Group of Nurseries in EU

The Associated International Group of Nurseries (AIGN®), has experienced significant growth over the past few years, adding new members in both 2022 (India)…

Ecuador’s banana industry congratulates Lidl UK for its commitment to living wage

The Banana and Plantain Cluster of Ecuador celebrates Lidl's commitment in the United Kingdom to exclusively offer "Living Wage Bananas". This comes…

Two new mobile washing plants to be showcased at UK Potato Days

Two big names in the UK potato industry will come together at next month's Potato Days to launch a new mobile washing rental service. Haith and GRIMME…

Snack-sized apple company takes on back-to-school campaign in the Middle East

Rockit Global, the company that offers snack-sized apples, is taking on its biggest season yet with its back to school campaign in the Middle East. It…

Morocco sets new blueberry export record, with volumes up to all key destinations

Morocco has achieved a significant milestone in its blueberry exports, setting a new record during the 2023/24 season (from July to June). According to…

Nick Marston, British Berry Growers

UK: "New auditing requirements could cost the berry industry an extra £60 million annually"

Nick Marston, chair of British Berry Growers, comments on the proposed changes from the Supplier Ethical Data Exchange (Sedex) to its audit regime…

DG agri dashboard: apples

EU calculated apples prices in July at €93 per 100 kgs

EU calculated apples prices in July, based on the simple average of the four major EU member states, came in at €93 /100 kgs, €3 lower compared to the…

Woman in India bitten by snake hidden in vegetable bag

A woman in Tufanganj, West Bengal, was bitten by a snake that was hiding inside a vegetable bag she brought home. The incident has raised concerns…

Ab Nieuwkerk, Nieuwkerk Aardappelhandel

"Eastern Europe benefits from exported Dutch potato quality"

"I recently saw a load of grubbed potatoes going in one direction, while another of seed potatoes went the opposite way," says Ab Nieuwkerk in…

Adrie Kleinjan, Kleinjan’s Aardappelhandel:

"The weather is making for an uncertain, tense potato market"

"The Netherlands' potato acreage grew by three to four percent last year. That in itself, though, says nothing about the harvest volume," is Adrie…

Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni stresses governmental commitment

South Africa almost at 150 days without load shedding

During a recent Cabinet meeting, it was announced that South Africa has achieved 148 days without load shedding, marking a notable development in the…

Start of Kashmir season marked by surge in demand for pears and early apple varieties

The horticulture season in Kashmir has commenced, marked by a surge in demand for pears and early apple varieties, according to the Kashmir News Observer…

Intelligent machinery to help with tomato harvesting in China

In the heart of China's Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, a revolution in tomato farming is taking root, showcasing the future of smart agriculture. Known as…

Lower productions and delays are frequent

Weather conditions strike on Europe's fruit harvests

The agricultural landscape across Europe has been significantly impacted by a series of weather extremes, from unusually wet conditions in the north to severe…

Drewry

World Container Index - 22 Aug

Drewry’s World Container Index dropped to $5,319 per 40ft container this week

Drewry's World Container Index decreased 2% to $5,319 per 40ft container this week. The latest Drewry WCI composite index of $5,319 per 40ft container is…

According to Spanish media

Spain pays 30% more for Moroccan fruit than in 2023

Spain has seen a significant increase in the cost of Moroccan fruit imports in the first half of 2024, despite receiving a lower volume of produce. According…

USDA

Australia - Stone Fruit Annual

Stone fruit production forecast to increase in MY 2024/25

Stone fruit production in Australia is forecast to increase in marketing year (MY) 2024/25, after above-average rainfall impacted some regions during…