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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ONIONS

Volumes of onion are down this winter in many countries, with a decrease of up to 40% in Spain, and less significant but still notable losses in Germany, France and the United…

Hurricane Ian pushes back Florida strawberry season

Following last month’s Hurricane Ian that made its way through Florida, the upcoming strawberry season will see a later start. “They’re at least a week to 10-12 days behind…

Interest in organic pears picking up

Supplies of organic pears out of Washington continue to be strong. Ethan Abendroth, senior buyer for Earl’s Organic Produce says it has good volumes of organic Bartlett, Anjou…

Canadian testing of high-yield ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes could be two years away

Nearly 10 years ago, Vineland Research and Innovation Centre (Vineland) initiated, in collaboration with the Ontario Greenhouse Vegetable Growers (OGVG) and Agriculture and…

‘A new era and a new brand image for the company’

Bonduelle Americas Long Life becomes NORTERA

North American player in canned and frozen vegetable processing NORTERA launches its new brand image after 65% of Bonduelle Americas Long Life's shares were…

Packaging Corporation of America reports Third Quarter 2022 results

PCA reports third quarter net income of $262 million

Packaging Corporation of America has reported a third quarter 2022 net income of $262 million, or $2.80 per share, and net income of $266 million, or $2.83 per…

Notice of the 2022-2023 Assessment Rate for the California Citrus Research Program

The California Department of Food and Agriculture has established an assessment rate to be levied on California citrus producers during the 2022-2023 marketing…

Gross value of 2021 agriculture production more than $2.45 billion

Madera County agri production up from 2020

Madera County Agriculture commissioner/Sealer Rusty Lantsberger and his staff recently released the annual crop report. It read that the county saw an increase…

"2021 Agricultural Production Report"

Broccoli, lettuce, artichokes at top positions in Riverside County

According to a report furnished to the Board of Supervisors, Riverside County's agricultural sector contracted last year, declining 1% in value. This week, the…

Cosmic Crisps are a bright spot for Yakima Valley apple growers

The Yakima Valley apple crop will be harvested later and is expected to fall short of recent years’ fresh harvests, local growers and statewide agriculture…

IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show

IFPA State of the Industry

Seizing momentum, influencing positive health outcomes

Despite the remnants of the global pandemic and emergent challenges like inflation, labor and extreme climate events, International Fresh Produce Association…

Global Focus Top Fruit

DG agri dashboard - Apples

EU apples: Smaller fruit sizes and lower volumes due to drought and heatwave events

The ongoing apple crop for 2022/23 for was initially estimated by WAPA at a volume very similar to the preceding crop. Since the month of August 2022, however, several Member…

US startup is using CRISPR to increase produce intake

An American startup called PairWise is intent on changing the way we eat by making fruits and vegetables more appealing. The company wants to combat those…

Parties are closer to much-awaited Canada-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership

Industry experts hope for a free trade agreement between Canada and India

Canada and India concluded the fourth round of negotiations on an Early Progress Trade Agreement (EPTA) on September 26, 2022. This brought both parties closer…

Chilean peach production has to strike a balance between supply and demand

Chile is one of the major exporters of peaches to the Southern Hemisphere, supplying fruit to the countries of the Northern Hemisphere, especially the US and…

Lechelle Earl - Onions Australia

Australian onion harvest should not be affected by rain and floods

The eastern coast of Australia as well northern Tasmania continues to deal with heavy rain and flooding, luckily the onion harvest does not seem to be too…

Launch of first season of Sweeki Red towards the national and European market

After two years of commercial trials, Origine Group launches its red kiwi under the Sweeki Red brand, in co-branding with the OKiwi variety brand. This is the HFR18 red…

“We expect next year to be even bigger, and this is all part of a long-term strategy"

Australian Avocado industry aiming to increase exports to Japan

The Australian avocado industry is set to increase exports to Japan, not just this year, but also the industry plans to increase its export volume year-on-year, according to…

Indian grape season about to get started

“A good amount of interest for the Indian grape season of 2023”

Girish Sarda, founder of Indian fresh produce exporter Magnus Farm Fresh, is getting ready for the new grape season in India, which is expected to be a better one than last…

Suzie Delroy - Delcado

"We’re expecting to hand-pick around 27 million Delcados"

Delcado avocados are grown near the small, historic timber town of Pemberton, in the southern forests of Western Australia. “The ideal climate here in Pemberton allows us to…

Qingdao kiwifruit production fell by about 10%, and the green variety is in supply

China is a big kiwifruit producer, and the distribution of production areas is relatively scattered. Compared with Shaanxi, Qingdao's climate is more humid, and the sunlight…

National Farmers’ Federation

Federal budget has some good news for farmers but falls short on food pricing measures

Australia's peak farming body has welcomed the Federal Government's increased commitment to sustainable farming into the future but criticised that not enough was done to…

"Linhai tangerine produced in Taizhou in the new season, its sweetness has increased by 20 to 30%”

The sweetness is high and slightly sour, and the taste is flavorful with fewer fibers, which is characteristic of Wenzhou mandarins. This variety is cultivated in Zhejiang,…

Ceradini Group, Italy

Continuity of kiwi supply from Italy and Greece thanks to a partnership

Italian actinidia growers are located in the Veneto, Lombardy, Emilia Romagna, Lazio and Calabria regions, but there is also a large group of kiwi growers in Greece, namely…

Kobus Bothma – Namibian Grape Growers Association

Namibian grape season kicks off next week

A small amount of table grapes will be packed next week and from week 46 onwards the large volumes will start flowing, says Kobus Bothma, vice-chairperson of the Namibian…

For the first time, Thailand has authorized a cherry warehouse in Spain to carry out cold treatments at origin

Spain gains access to the table grape and pear market in Thailand

The Government of Thailand has informed the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food of the opening of its market for table grapes and pears from Spain, following…

Vietnam durian makes an entrance to the new market

Durian grows in tropical regions around the world, particularly in the Southeast Asian countries, such as Vietnam, Malaysia, Indonesia, and Thailand. The durians from Vietnam are…

High energy prices are another test for the resilience of EU food producers

Surging energy prices create uncertainty for EU food producers, although national energy support measures reduce the impact and shield production. Nonetheless,…

COSCO SHIPPING Ports announces 2022 Third Quarter Results

Total equity throughput grew by 7.6% YoY to 11,104,665 TEU

Prominent ports operator COSCO SHIPPING Ports Limited has announced interim results of the Company and its subsidiaries for the 3 months and 9 months ended 30…

Kerry Group partners with Concern Worldwide to support Kenyan farmers

Kerry Group, a prominent global taste and nutrition company, and Irish humanitarian organisation Concern Worldwide, today announced a four-year partnership that aims to…

UAE fresh produce brand unveils new biodegradable packaging for entire range of products

Barakat, the prominent UAE produce brand, has launched its bio-degradable packaging across its entire product range, taking a big step into the world of sustainability.…

Webinar, November 2

Agriplace and GlobalGAP want to simplify Chain of Custody certification process

Agriplace and GlobalGAP have joined forces to simplify the CoC certification process via a webinar series. Participants in this interactive event can gain…

The world's largest country in trading goods

China's fruit imports have doubled in the past 10 years

Over the past decade, China's total trade in goods has continued to increase, ranking first in the world for five consecutive years since 2017, and the total…

XIX International Banana Convention 2022

More than 80 companies in the banana industry seek to strengthen relations with Europe and other markets

The XIX International Banana Convention 2022, which is being held in Guayaquil, will end on October 28. The event, organized by the Association of Banana…

Sweet potatoes can be your healthy snack for weight loss

Sweet potatoes, when boiled and eaten with the skin, can provide approximately 4 grams of fibre for every 100 grams. They provide satiety and fullness, which…

South Africa: Stone fruit industry looks forward to much improved export season

After a disappointing 2021/22 season, which turned out to be quite bad on a farm level given trade and logistical issues, South African stone fruit growers and…

Drewry

Drewry’s WCI registers 35th consecutive fall, loses 80% of the pandemic gains

The Drewry’s World Container Index took a 7% tumble to quote at US$3,145. The Index which has lost 67% annually and 70% since its peak, has now retraced over 81% of its gains…

USDA

Tree nuts: World markets and trade

China: World’s largest walnut producer turns to exports

China is forecast to produce 1.4 million metric tons (tons) of walnuts in 2022/23, accounting for over half of world output. Within China, Xinjiang Province accounts for more…

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C&S Wholesale Grocers partners with RELEX Solutions

Amazon: Q3 results

Five ways grocers can win over produce shoppers amid inflationAs food prices go up, it’s bananas to think consumers aren’t feeling the pinch in the produce department. In…

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