Stable market ahead expected for Thai Chili peppers

Strong volumes are projected for the next three months on Thai Chili peppers. “Very little Thai Chili is grown domestically with the majority coming in…

Beet pricing slightly stronger in New Jersey

Harvesting on beets in New Jersey is underway. “The beet crop is great. We have cut beets and bunch beets and we’re doing well with them. The crop looks good…

Starr Ranch Growers and CMI Orchards start partnership

A new development that has been four years in the making—Starr Ranch Growers™/Oneonta Trading Company, which includes Custom Apple, Diamond Fruit and Apple…

The Asian market is going through a transformation of products and origins

Asia is a very important market for Salix Fruits, a global importer and exporter of fresh produce. “It is a market that has seen a transformation in…

Yanitza Curonisy, Agrovision China:

“Blueberry market is hot with high prices in China right now”

Blueberry prices in China are considered “hot on the market right now” due to lower and delayed volumes coming from the world leaders in the exports of…

New Burbank Reserve potato variety launched

Originating from the Pacific Northwest, the Burbank Reserve potato variety is now accessible to retailers and consumers through Farmer's Promise. “The…

Growing interest and attention to regenerative agriculture practices are driving new research

Increasing populations and changing climate conditions will require both innovative and ancient growing methods to feed the world. Regenerative…

US is the first destination for organic bananas from Ecuador

The export of Ecuadorian organic bananas has recovered in 2023, like that of conventional bananas. Its main market is the United States. Between January and…

Kiwi's FDA recognition boosts demand in a thriving food and beverage industry

The kiwi market is projected to achieve a CAGR of 5.8% during the forecast period. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has recognized kiwifruit as low-fat,…

Tariffs on fresh, frozen, dried, and processed blueberries and cranberries lowered

India to reduce tariffs on more products from the US

India is taking further action to reduce tariffs on a variety of American goods. The action comes as a resolution to several disputes at the World Trade…

New podcast series about the history of fresh produce

Thomas Jefferson tried to start a wine company, a banana empire owned the world's largest private navy and a 19th century food spy smuggled citrons…

APHIS removes the Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine in Fountain Valley, Orange County

On August 19, 2023, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) removed the…

Storm Hilary hitting Tulare and Kern counties might mean low grape supplies, high prices across the US

Grape growers in Kern and Tulare counties suffered major crop losses last month when heavy rains and strong winds from Tropical Storm Hilary slammed vineyards…

Fresh food program launched in Indiana will be expanded nationwide

After garnering a lot of success in Indianapolis, a fresh food program is expanding its produce credit model. Instacart and Partnership for a Healthier America…

American IoT data carrier platform company launches humidity sensing

IoT data carrier platform company Wiliot has added humidity sensing to its Visibility Platform for products throughout the supply chain. The traceability…

Average weekly wholesale prices of fruit and veg & bananas

Bananas from Colombia at £0.88: 9% drop from last week

This series gives the average wholesale prices of bananas by country of origin. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices charged for…

Cuyama Valley farmers are calling for boycott against firm that 'critically overdrafts' groundwater

Cuyama Valley small farmers and residents are calling for a boycott against Bolthouse and Grimmway Farms. It all has to do with California’s effort to manage…

To what extent did this summer’s rains hurt New Hampshire’s pumpkins?

This summer’s wet weather impacted the season for many growers across New England. However, it seems that, for the most part, the pumpkins did okay. Nancy…

"The upcoming season is more predictable"

Egyptian lemons coming soon

Lemons will open the Egyptian citrus season in October. Growers are already harvesting, and exporters are awaiting the official launch of the citrus campaign by the Egyptian…

Sale by Zeder of their investment in Capespan

We refer to the public announcement by Zeder earlier today that they have entered into an agreement to sell their shareholding in Capespan. The purchaser of…

Global mushroom market size to reach USD114.40 billion in 2030

The global mushroom market size was USD 50.40 Billion in 2021 and is expected to register a revenue CAGR of 9.6% during the forecast period, according to the…

T&G selects Kotahi for its ocean freight

T&G Global has today announced the appointment of Kotahi as its ocean freight services provider, with Kotahi to lead the procurement of all ocean freight for…

Passion for horticulture and community is driving force behind TomatoesNZ’s newest board member

A passion for horticulture and community is the driving force behind TomatoesNZ’s newest board member, Jungeun (Jiny) Kim. Nestled down a long driveway in the…

International Pink Lady Alliance 22nd conference fosters positive outlook for the future

The International Pink Lady Alliance NPC (IPLA) successfully concluded their 22nd annual conference, held on 4 and 5 September 2023 in Hong Kong. From…

China allows import of avocados from Venezuela and coconuts from Cambodia

Chinese customs have agreed to grant the imports of fresh coconuts from Cambodia and fresh avocados from Venezuela. The moves followed the visits of Cambodian…

Catimon mango might offer bright prospects for Rajshahi farmers

The 'Catimon' is a mango variety of Thailand, producing fruit round the year in the region, including its vast Barind tract. Experts said the tree of exotic…

Greenyard dividend of of € 0.10 per share approved, directors reappointed​

Greenyard held its extraordinary and ordinary general shareholders’ meeting on Friday 15 September 2023, under the chairmanship of Mr Koen Hoffman, Chairman of…

All-natural cotton candy flavor

"They have no added sugars or flavor enhancers, and they're not transgenic"

Cotton Candy grapes are all the rage thanks to their cotton candy flavor. Dietitian Fran Susín tried these grapes and spoke about her experience on TikTok.…

"Our main product is teen leaf, which is a new segment for the European market"

Robots grow, process and package lettuce for Nordic Greens in a high-tech greenhouse

Solar panels, double screens, LED lights, and cameras are used for scouting crops for pests and deficiencies. Several sustainable initiatives are…

New machines allow Portuguese blueberry producer to open second revenue stream

In just five years since its start-up, Logofruits has become the largest blueberry producer in Portugal and one of the largest in Europe. As well as…

Moussa M. Zgheib of Bamo Zgheib

Lebanon has an excellent climate for organic apples

Small-scale farming is still dominant in Lebanon. More local and overseas investment in the professionalization of horticulture is needed and factors such as the favorable climat…

PopFest Open Days take place from September 25 to 29

PopFest is taking place again in the Netherlands from 25 to 29 September 2023. Pop Vriend open their doors for growers, distributors and partners to…

Container shipping still far from pre-COVID ‘normal’ for exporters

Container rates for U.S. imports have normalized. Rates for America’s exports have not. Both spot and contract rates for U.S. exports are still up double…

Challenges and opportunities in Uzbekistan-Russia fruit and vegetable trade

Uzbekistan and Russia are actively developing infrastructure for storing and transporting fruit and vegetable products. Uzbekistan plans to increase its…

Auction with various applications for the fruit and vegetables industry

On September 28th, Industrial Auctions will auction off hundreds of lots online. Amongst the offer is a wide range of potato, vegetable and fruit…

NASA's Perseverance rover photographed 'avocado' on the surface of Mars

On February 18, 2021, NASA's Perseverance rover touched down on the surface of Mars. Since then, it has been exploring the red planet, while simultaneously…

Mediterranean diet with walnuts during pregnancy might improve fetal neurodevelopment

According to a recently published study implies that the women in the study who followed the Mediterranean diet, which included extra virgin olive oil and…