GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PAPAYAS

In the Netherlands, the demand for Famosa papayas is limited, while Golden papayas experience a surge in demand, particularly in southern Europe, positioning them as a…

Pricing strengthened on cauliflower

The supply of cauliflower from California is fairly heavy at the moment and will continue that way for the next couple of weeks. “This is due to high…

Still room to educate consumers on pineapples

Demand looks to be challenging the supply of pineapples right now, particularly on larger-sized fruit which is especially in tight supply. “Typically,…

FDA releases retailer lists for stone fruit linked to deadly Listeria outbreak

Retailer lists are now available for peaches, nectarines and plums linked to a Listeria outbreak that has killed one person and sickened others.…

New avenue opens for South African blueberries in North America

The South African berry industry has expressed its joy at the opening of a new market to South African blueberries. "We are ecstatic to close off 2023…

Ana Cotrina, Añay Peruvian Fruits:

“Peru sees mango price war as prices are going up by the day”

Due to the shortage of mangoes in Peru, a price war has started with many producers offering the fruit to the highest payer say exporters from this…

Del Monte Pacific incurred net loss in second quarter of its fiscal year

Del Monte Pacific Ltd. recorded a net loss in the second quarter of its fiscal year, led by lower sales in the United States and a decline in export…

USDA

As Mexican growers adopt US food safety rules:

Fruit and vegetable imports from Mexico continue upward trend

More than 88 percent of Mexico’s horticultural exports are destined for the United States. The strength of Mexico’s access to the US market is, in…

Lipman Family Farms bids farewell to four esteemed employees

Lipman Family Farms celebrates the remarkable careers of four esteemed employees. Having dedicated a combined 150 years of service to the company, the…

USDA

Outlook for US agri exports to South Korea is positive for 2024

There are ample opportunities for US agricultural exports to South Korea. South Korea is the sixth largest export market for the United States, thanks…

Mexican authorities warn that some fruits imported from the US may be contaminated with "Listeria"

The Federal Commission for the Protection against Health Risks (Cofepris) has reported that the peaches, plums, and nectarines of the HMC Farms brand might be…

Machine parts for potato processing now stocked in the Netherlands

Vanmark, an industrial potato and produce processing equipment manufacturer and part of Grote Company, announced that parts for its machines will be…

Canadian scientists test mushrooms as cancer treatment

Shogun Maitake is a Canadian company partnering with University of Windsor researchers to investigate if the black maitake mushroom could help treat…

Controversy over the vegetable status of potatoes in US nutrition policy guidelines

Botanists count potatoes as a vegetable. But is this correct? The U.S. Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee has sparked the question. It could uproot potatoes…

Federal Appeals Court rules use of antibiotic as citrus pesticide is unlawful

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled in favor of farmworkers and public-interest groups’ call for reversal of the US Environmental Protection Agency’s…

California ports claim growth in container volumes

San Pedro Bay ports have reported an increase in container volumes during the previous month, with the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) moving 763,262 TEUs…

Bananas on trees meant as an edible Christmas decoration or as a random prank?

In the center of Penticton, bananas were hung on trees recently, causing confusion. The reason behind this action is unknown, and no one has claimed…

Custom cleats promote distribution of fresh produce to communities in need

Over the weekend, wide receiver Davante Adams participated in his league’s “My Cause My Cleats” campaign. On Sunday, December 10, Adams wore custom…

USDA

USDA Vegetables and Pulses Outlook: December 2023

US fresh-market vegetable prices Q4 2023 well below 2022 levels

On average, fourth quarter 2023 fresh-market vegetable prices are well below the relatively strong levels observed in 2022. This is a marked contrast…

Avocado bread launched

Anthony & Sons Bakery, based in New Jersey, recently launched The Avocado Bread Company, introducing a novel line of plant-based bread products. This new brand features their…

Will the drought in the Panama Canal impact global shipping?

There's no doubt it will, but the question is to what extent. "The supply chains have become less efficient. There's less freight flowing through this artery…

July–September 2023

Exports increased for all US potato types

Export values increased for all US potato types (frozen, fresh, dehydrated, seed and chips) in July-September 2023, Y-o-Y. Total US potato exports increased…

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EC president von der Leyen:

'Signing of the EU-Chile Advanced Framework Agreement and Interim Trade Agreement is great news'

President von der Leyen stated the following about the signature of the EU-Chile Advanced Framework Agreement and Interim Trade Agreement: The signing…

Banana production Saint Lucia increases, concern about Black Sigatoka Disease remains

Despite concerns over the adverse effects of the Black Sigatoka disease, Saint Lucia banana production is on the rise. Agriculture Minister Alfred Prospere…

Belizean Ministry hosts training to combat Fusarium TR4 threat

Last week, Belize’s Міnіѕtrу оf Аgrісulturе, аlоng wіth Іntеrnаtіоnаl Rеgіоnаl Оrgаnіzаtіоn fоr Рlаnt аnd Аnіmаl Неаlth (ОІRЅА), Таіwаn ІСDF, ВАНА аnd thе…

Despite experiencing a 6% drop in exports, Peru exported more than 5,000 tons of strawberries in October

In October, Peruvian strawberry exports decreased by 6% over the same month last year and totaled 5,077 tons. Peru sent its strawberries to 11 countries and…

First season year after Geographical Indication

Jundiaí begins harvesting the Niagara Rosada grape

Growers from Jundiaí have already started harvesting the Niagara Rosada Jundiahy Grape, the first after the fruit received the Geographical Indication from the…

Mari Viviers – Pick n Pay

Butterball buzz in the avocado industry

While other South African retailers need to import avocados from Spain, Israel and Tanzania, Pick n Pay through their fresh produce suppliers are…

South African raisins touted as perfect festive treat

Consumers are being tempted to include delicious South African raisins in their Christmas dishes and give their families an indulgent festive treat.…

"We're expecting a 10 to 15 per cent increase for late mandarins"

The Turkish citrus season is in full swing and so far both volumes and quality are within expectations, says Coskun Eren, marketing manager for Turkish…

Daniel Badger - Vitafresh Produce

UK importer looks increase volumes of Colombian limes

Vitafresh Produce is currently importing limes from Brazil, Mexico and Colombia and are looking to increase the volumes from Colombia where the climate…

Polish apples in Latin America a 'success story'

Despite lower production, the apple season has started off a bit slow, says Jan Nowakoski, manager of Polish apple distributor Genesis Fresh: “Last…

Drewry's

World Container Index - 14 Dec

Drewry’s World Container Index increased by 4% per 40ft container this week

The composite index increased by 4% to $1,521 this week and has dropped by 28% when compared with the same week last year.The latest Drewry WCI…

Monthly imports of citrus fruit to the EU

Imports of citrus fruit to the EU came in at 23,359 tons in November

Monthly imports of citrus fruit to the EU came in at 23,359 tons in November, of which 15,537 tons came from South Africa. Monthly imports of small citrus fruit came…

Outlook for Central Otago cherries more and more promising in the coming season

A report from the NZ Ministry for Primary Industries shows a strong future for New Zealand horticulture; forecast export revenue was rising to $8.19 billion by…

Northland iwi opened new avocado orchard this week

Northland iwi Te Uri o Hau opened the first stage of its new avocado orchard this week. It hopes to tap into a market that’s worth $230 million a year…

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Chinese research claims:

Vegetable consumption improves kidney function in elderly patients

In general, the prevalence of chronic kidney disease (CKD) increases with age, due in part to a reduction in the glomerular filtration rate (GFR).…

South Korea launches full-scale production of lettuce to export to Europe

Nonsan City announced on December 14 that it plans to transform the cultivation of lettuce, targeting the European market by production efficiency.…