GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PAPAYAS

The year round papaya producers and exporters from Brazil anticipate a 15% growth in papaya exports in 2024. Revenue from Brazil's increased papaya exports are also up by 7.9%…

Early finish to domestic melon season

The California melon season has wrapped up earlier than anticipated. "There was a lot of heat early in the season. Some record temperatures caused some…

Lake Country acquires 3.40-hectare BC Tree Fruits property for $9.1M

The cooperative's transition into receivership presented an opportunity for the acquisition of the 3.40 hectares BC Tree Fruits property located at…

Smaller yields on North Carolina sweet potatoes for 2024

There are some lower yields on sweet potato crops emerging from North Carolina. "It is half a yield on what we have this year and it's what I've also…

Cucumbers and organic carrots recalled over salmonella and E. coli risks

Two significant food recalls have been announced involving cucumbers and organic carrots distributed across the United States and Canada due to…

U.S., Mexico, and Canada agreement of seasonal fresh produce

AsparagusMovement from Peru imports through South Florida ports of entry is expected to decrease slightly this week. Trading of large is active, others…

Hurricane Helene devastates Georgia crops, with fruit and vegetable losses up to 30%

Hurricane Helene, striking Georgia at the end of September, resulted in significant losses to the state's economy, particularly affecting the agricultural…

Arizona faces economic uncertainty as Trump's proposed tariffs target key imports

With President-elect Donald Trump's economic strategy to impose heavy tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, Arizona is bracing for potential…

Thanksgiving dinner as a celebration of American agriculture

Thanksgiving dinner is a special meal cherished by nearly all Americans. Gathering around the table, we give thanks for the abundance of a delicious…

Joy Wing Mau Chile -

“Early demand for Chilean cherries is huge in China.”

The Chinese demand for cherries from Chile continues despite the expected volume that has just been adjusted downwards. María Jose García, commercial…

Listeria risk prompts enoki mushroom recall in Canada

The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has issued a recall for enoki mushrooms under the brand O'Ya Hoho due to possible contamination with…

Canada explores innovative food production to enhance national food security

Advancements in food production technologies provide meaningful opportunities to improve the resilience of Canada's food system, offering people a greater…

Climate change threatens Massachusetts cranberry harvest with warmer winters and drought risks

Massachusetts cranberry farmers, integral to providing the Thanksgiving staple, are encountering hurdles with climate change. The cultivation of cranberries…

Stemilt celebrates 60 years in fruit growing and packing

Stemilt, a leading fruit grower/packer in the US, was established 60 years ago by Tom Mathison in Wenatchee, Washington. Currently, it is managed by his…

Banana sold by street vendor becomes £5M conceptual art piece, sparking global debate

In an intriguing turn of events, a banana sold by Shah Alam, a 74-year-old fruit vendor stationed outside Sotheby's in Manhattan, New York, became a…

Adopt a SugarBee tree and explore year-round apple growing

This holiday season, the Adopt-A-SugarBee Tree program offers a gifting opportunity for individuals, families, or classrooms to engage in the…

Russian ruble tumbles under US sanctions, low oil prices, and defense costs

The Russian rouble has plunged to its lowest level against the dollar since the immediate aftermath of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine in March…

Marco Salas Cueva, general manager and partner of Jalhuca Amazonia:

"Peruvian ginger exporters face a price war"

Peruvian ginger, renowned for its high gingerol content and intense flavor, continues to gain ground in the international market, despite challenges…

Brain boosters from BelOrta wins Product Made in Mechelen

"There is significant potential in Brazil, where the Conference pear is gaining increasing popularity"

The Conference Pear season is progressing satisfactorily at BelOrta. "Last week's stock levels show that, although there is about 30% less volume…

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American Youtuber shocked by £3 banana

American youtuber ishowsspeed, real name darren watkins jnr, expressed disbelief when charged £3 for a banana at a bondi beach café during a…

“Nervewracking” start to South Africa’s litchi campaign

Prices for litchis in Europe and the Middle East could remain higher for longer this year as a result of South Africa's lean harvest. Operating with…

Lucien de Wit, LuBa Fresh:

"High prices make small Egyptian strawberries popular for chocolate at German Christmas markets."

The Egyptian strawberry season began last week at LuBa Fresh with limited volumes and exceptionally high prices. "Supply is gradually increasing, but…

"Sapore di Romagna" cooperative, the positive story of a family, its farmers and collaborators

"Specialisation has made us grow"

Entering the brand new, cosy and also very beautiful facility feels like being with family. Luca and Cristian Canonici, aged 52 and 50 respectively,…

Julian van der Nat – Subtropico

Black Friday is a black day for fresh sales in South Africa

The tradition of long leisurely summer days devoted to good food and family, marked by a growing mound of mango peels, nectarine pips and watermelon…

South Africa's 2025 pomegranate export volumes could increase by 15% to 18%

South Africa's pomegranate harvest season is set to start about 10 to 14 days later than last year, depending on the region, due to the colder weather…

EasyRock® from G-Berries

A raspberry variety now found all over the world

The remontant raspberry variety EasyRock® is enjoying considerable success in many production areas worldwide. Matteo Molari, managing partner of G-Berries, explains that "the stor…

Global schedule reliability improves to 51.5% in October 2024, led by Maersk at 57.9%

Sea-Intelligence has published issue 159 of the Global Liner Performance (GLP) report, with schedule reliability figures up to and including October…

Potato supplier's net-zero targets validated by Science-Based Targets initiative

The net-zero goals of potato supplier Branston have been recognized by a pioneering organization that supports businesses around the world to tackle…

World Container Index - 28 Nov

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 2% to $3,331 per 40ft container this week

The Drewry WCI composite index decreased 2% to $3,331 per feu, which is 68% below the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021 but 134% more…

Bel’Export’s Tony Derwael discusses top fruit crops, prices, and club concepts:

“Is there room for 40 new bicolor apple varieties?”

"Estimates were low, and even less came off the trees" is how Tony Derwael of Bel'Export – a Belgian company focused on fruit and vegetable cultivation…

Lula optimistic about finalizing EU-Mercosur trade deal by year-end despite French resistance

In a recent statement, Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva expressed optimism for the finalization of a trade agreement between the European…

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China:

Launching aeroponic research to sustain potato production

China is the world's biggest producer of potatoes, because of their high yield relative to other staple crops. But they are particularly vulnerable to…

Emergency permit granted in ToBRFV battle

It has been announced that Huwa-San TR-50 has received an important emergency permit for the control of the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) in…

Scandinavia visits:

“Sometimes you can get paid for using electricity, other times you have to pay 2 NOK per kWh”

"We have contracts based on volume and in the winter, prices are fixed for a good part of the production but we also collaborate with other growers to…

Victorian startup trials laser branding to replace plastic fruit stickers

Victorian startup Natural Branding Australia is set to conduct a farm trial with a citrus grower in Mildura, aiming to laser-brand 10 percent of its 2025…

Vietnam's durian exports hit $3 billion despite sharp October decline

Vietnam's durian exports reached over US$3 billion in the first 10 months of 2024, marking a 46% increase compared to the same period last year. However,…

Researchers map full genome of Fuji apple, unlocking growth and mutation insights

An international research team has successfully mapped the "fully phased" genome of the Fuji apple, delineating the genetic inheritance from both parent…

Dominican Republic boosts strawberry production with macrotunnels and exports

In the Dominican Republic, the government is channeling resources into the growth of strawberry production, focusing on areas such as Jarabacoa, Constanza,…

Crypto entrepreneur Sun eats $5M banana artwork, draws parallels to cryptocurrency trends

During a media event at a high-end hotel in Hong Kong, Crypto entrepreneur Sun indulged in a banana from Maurizio Cattelan's "Comedian", a piece of…