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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BLUEBERRIES

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COSCO Shipping project

Chancay port development faced with hurdles

Ecuador introduces a new code for the banana sector

Peruvian pitahaya exports increased in the first quarter of 2024

Spain and the Netherlands, the main destination markets for Peruvian pitahaya

TR Turoni (Italy)

How to assess the quality of cherries and small fruits

Harm Valckx, Berry Packing Services:

"In the Netherlands, the impact of frost damage on blueberries appears to be limited"

WAPA Northern Hemisphere apple and pear stock figures for 1 April 2024 -

European pear stocks in April 16.3% higher compared to 2023

“The increase affects market demand”

“China’s ginger prices surge in April”

Sarah Neaves - AR Neaves

"We anticipate the first picking to occur between 7 and 10 days earlier than usual"

Rubyglow pineapple coming to U.S. market

Sector | Vegetables

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Clarence Mwale – KUMINDA

KUMINDA first to introduce Fruit Vision blueberries to Zimbabwe

Softer demand slows movement on bell peppers

Reaction to ruling on tomato imports from Mexico
Food Freshly -

Nature-based shelf-life solution for key Italian vegetable ingredients

"This investment will enable us to increase garlic production and harvesting in more areas"

Much better season for Egyptian dry garlic

The State of Mexico, a leader in mushroom production

Sector | Bananas

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Banana research in North Carolina aims to combat deadly fungus

The Canary Islands is already exporting bananas to Poland

Banana movement stays steady while plantain market gains strength

Ghanaian banana exporter plans West African expansion
Helge Sparsoe - Fyffes

“We knew that putting a new consumer brand into this category would be something radically new"

Peru's banana exports have decreased by 15% so far this year

Kazakhstan is a front-runner in banana consumption in Central Asia

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Alfonso Sáenz de Cámara, manager of Udapa: "The danger lies in relocating the potato production"

"We hope that the positive forecasts for this potato campaign will be fulfilled"

Egyptian onions replace Moroccan ones in West Africa

Ukrainian onion growers elevate prices as season concludes

Hardness and skin firmness in onions crucial for retail, especially during shortages

The real growth in the sweet potato segment stems from value-added packs

Export of white onions from Gujarat sparks discontent in Maharashtra

Egyptian onion exporters enjoy a calm competition

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Avocado market size predicted to reach $21.55 billion in 2028
From 2017 to 2027

Avocado Market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels

Westfalia Fruit brings Kenyan avocados to Indian market

Hardworking cambodian ladies show coconut fruit cutting skills

Mango pricing could start coming down

About 25 percent of this season’s California avocado crop harvested

Zespri European sales season underway

Sector | Company news

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Bonduelle Group:

Business activity slightly down on Quarter 3 in a climate of constrained consumption
Tolsma-Grisnich and the Invaro Group -

Dutch companies join forces in the field of optical sorting of potatoes and onions

Maersk Q1 results in line with expectations amid ongoing Red Sea disruptions
Ocean Network Express released Financial Result for FY2023

Full-year forecast for FY2024 sees a profit of approximately US$1 billion

AgDevCo in equity investment deal with Agris for growth of fresh-food production and distribution in East Africa

Dutch companies celebrate breaking ground for new building

GrubMarket expands further into South Africa through the acquisition of Global Produce

Sector | Greenhouse

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Japan’s Ministry of Agriculture visits Mexican farms to ratify results
Stephen Cowan with Mucci Farms on CPMA Vancouver:

“We will celebrate all the amazing work happening in the Canadian produce industry”

Chef partnership champions sustainable agriculture
Dean Taylor with Mastronardi Produce:

“There is always a high level of excitement when we launch a new Bombs variety”

11-hectare greenhouse project officially opened in New Zealand
CPMA Vancouver:

Highlighting local opportunities with Canadian retailers and partners

New sweet peppers meet growing demand for fresh snack options

Sector | Logistics

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Drewry
World Container Index - 02 May

Drewry’s World Container Index up to $2,725 per 40ft container this week

Port city Colombo set to become a regional logistics and business hub
To swerve as primary entry point into the EU for perishables

IAG Cargo expands its perishables facility in Madrid
Container News

Noticeable improvement in schedule reliability in March 2024
Latest research from Fairmiles:

'At least 18 million livelihoods in developing countries are supported by airfreighted fresh produce'
Drewry

Drewry’s World Container Index remains stable this week
FPC Chief on UK border strategy -

“We have become the laughing stock of Europe"

Sector | Machinery

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New system for cleaning sweet potatoes by Polderjongens
Machines help to unload trucks bringing in onions faster

"Fewer forklift movements means more peace of mind and better overview"

Using robotics to help sort onions on Georgia farms

The future of logistics is automated
Ernst Slabbekoorn, Swift International:

"Many European growers busy with frost protection"
Video of the Calderoni inter-row tiller below

Interesting market trend also in North Africa

Autonomous robot harvester makes the cut with asparagus

Sector | General fresh produce

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Photo report CPMA Vancouver

Behind the agro-trade feud between Morocco and Mauritania
Significant breakthrough through intercropping

Optimizing crop yields for Mars: insights from Wageningen University

"Kenya is a minor fruit and vegetable sector player"
USDA
USMCA seasonal perishable products weekly update

Avocado shippers are busy filling Cinco-de-Mayo contracts and commitments
Minister of Agriculture Floyd Green:

‘Agricultural growth in Jamaica exceeds 10% in early 2024’
Aston University research:

'Social media can be used to increase fruit and vegetable intake in young people'

Sector | Management

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Change at the helm of Peru's Trade Office in New York

Charl du Bois appointed as new managing director of Capespan

EFRA Committee raises concerns and seeks clarity from Defra over reported delays to 30 April checks

European Parliament approves a revision of the EU’s common agricultural policy

Star Group names four vice-presidents of sales and procurement

MEPs approve trade support measures for Ukraine with protection for EU farmers

Paddie Allen appointed as new air freight director for PML Seafrigo

Sector | Miscellaneous

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Zespri faces potential loss due to mouse infestation in kiwifruit shipment
Portugal

Berry fruit production and water challenges in Mangualde
“Non-negligible probability of long-term establishment in France,” according to ANSES

Reinforced surveillance of Asian fruit fly
World Trade Bridge

CBP officers find over $8.4 million in methamphetamine in shipment of celery, broccoli, and cauliflower

Does Ramadan reduce productivity in packing houses?

Building a natural bee habitat to support bee populations
Otay Mesa Commercial Facility

Intercepted shipment of limes reveals over $3 million worth of cocaine

Sector | Fruit

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Egyptian blueberry prices down 50% on last season

Successful yet difficult blueberry season in Morocco
Ben Goodchild - Nationwide produce

"We are now seeing very good volumes arriving but quality is also very mixed"

Grow grape vine from grapes with a banana at home

Yunnan's Zhiguan blueberries make their debut in Japan
Ilan Liwski, Phytech:

“We cover more than 100,000 hectares worldwide with our sensors”

Peaches and nectarines are already cheaper than apples in Turkey

Sector | Herbs

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Moroccan rosemary supply hit by drought
Gruppo Mec
Peter Mair of Gruppo Mec:

"Italian arugula cultivation becomes more professional and sustainable with each passing year"
Belgian company sees organic as a step toward the future

"We want to be a pioneer in the organic segment"

Fresh organic herb supply expected to start picking up in February

Retailer in North of England finds supplier with fresh range of new herbs
Natalia Moranth, Green Explosion:

“We want to introduce our Colombian fresh fruit to Europe”
Andrew Smith - Butler Market Gardens

“In the Christmas week we sell up to three times more herbs than normal"

Sector | Agenda

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Jakeman Stadium, Boston United Football Club, 7 November, 2024

British Vining Pea and Bean 2024 Conference
María José Sánchez, Director of Fruit Attraction:

"This year, Fruit Attraction will surpass all previous figures"
Cobrey Farms, Coleraine Buildings, Wednesday, 26 June 2024 -

British Asparagus Conference 2024 to focus on key production aspects

Photo Report: SIAM 2024
To attend Macfrut

Counterseasonal produce by Argentinian companies

Great start to MedFEL 2024

Moldovan ‘Fruit Day’ will take place July 12th

Sector | Citrus

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Tomás Lucas & Reon Marx - Sanifruit Suidchem

South African citrus packhouses set to become Sanifruit’s biggest market
Sam Vasala - Sai World

"The harvest has started early and the fruit has low acid levels and good brix"

The solar plant planned in Onda-Alcora would destroy one of the most valuable Valencian citrus areas
Eddy Kreukniet, Exsa Europe:

"European market has room for quality South African oranges"
Growth in export demand may bring new opportunities

“Sales of Lunwan oranges are progressing slowly”

Morocco gains access to Brazilian market for citrus exports
Naranjasyfrutas.com conducts a survey for the second edition of the Farmers' Best-Valued-Business Awards

Citrus producers will choose the best business of the 2023/24 campaign

Sector | Organic

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Dreamstime
Austria: Traders and producers speak out on the organic market

"The organic selection is still much more limited, comparatively"

Better outlook for the Senegalese organic mango campaign
Dreamstime
Switzerland:

Organic share of bananas continues to exceed 30 percent

Mexican organic orchards offer better psyllid control

New "Inverted Natural Branding" of organic fruit and vegetables

Dole Organic Fair Trade Certified Pineapples selected as a Good Housekeeping's 2024 Sustainable Innovation Awards Winner
USDA

'Good prospects for U.S. organic product exports to the EU remain'

Sector | Health

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University of Queensland collaboration

Say goodbye to garlic breath with odour-free black garlic

Increasing fruit and vegetable intake among adults

Looking at vegetable intake and cancer risk reduction

Bananas facilitate quicker recovery after running

Harvard study links fruit and vegetable intake to longevity in the US

New research claims: Eating almonds can aid in post-exercise recovery

Avocado consumption linked to improved health in Australian survey

Sector | IT

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Potato agronomy forecasts now available in myField App

From seed to plate, AI is transforming how and what we eat

Free farm management app to save Italian growers time this season
Through the digitalization of berth alignment

Ocean Network Express and Portchain ink deal to drive sustainability across the carrier’s network
© Nicoelnino | Dreamstime.com
Ransomware attacks on Ag companies:

"Attacks on the sector made up 5.5% of all ransomware operations globally"

Rio Grande do Sul positioned for for digital inclusion initiatives

Orchard Robotics creates data-driven module for existing farm machinery

Sector | Innovations

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Utrecht University
Utrecht University research

Residual waste from mushroom cultivation removes pollutants from water
Polymer found in corn, potatoes and beans

Smart windows breakthrough in the U.S.
Denise Junqueiro with Apeel Sciences

“Our technology provides shippers confidence for long haul shipments and to open up new export markets”

How more than 60 million pieces of fruit were stopped going to waste last year
Conserving two Olympic-sized swimming pools of water annually

Verdant Technologies and Sobeys partner on iceless broccoli

Using multispectral cameras to determine oranges' suitability for various products

Avocado ripeness checker debated by Australians

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Apple juice prices historically high as industry awaits indications on the new crop

Collecting apples for juice and pulp processing

Brazil observed a decline in the volume of orange juice exported from July to March

Brazilian orange juice processors finished 2023 with low stocks

McDonald’s french fry perfume is real
6.7% increase from the end of 2022

Brazilian orange juice stock levels see a rise
Audited at December 31, 2023

Global inventories of Brazilian orange juice held by CitrusBR members at 463,940 tons

Sector | Cooling

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To support food security in Lincolnshire

Magnavale Easton development approaches finish line

Launch of new refrigerated ocean transportation service utilizing electric field technology

MSC South Africa Inaugurates MEDLOG Cold Store Facility, revolutionizing trade dynamics in the region
Commercial value of reefer exports through Oakland topped $7 billion:

Port of Oakland remains preferred gateway for refrigerated export cargo in 2023

Maersk’s new integrated cold chain facility at Ruakura Superhub brings the Golden Triangle to life
Anton Viljoen, Stephan Antonowitz – Hexkoel

Beating the odds to get Hex grapes out into the world

Emergent Cold LatAm opens a new refrigerated warehouse in Panama

Sector | Food safety

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EU Commission first implementation report:

The relevance of combating Unfair Trading Practices and the need for further EU actions

Pesticide levels in imported produce are a concern in the U.S.
Freshcare -

Industry input needed for Australian certification standards

Republika Srpska bans strawberry imports from Albania due to pesticide concerns

US study says refrigeration reduces E. coli contamination in leafy greens

Westfalia Fruit trials technology targeting food safety and sustainability
Braga Fresh recalls Marketside Bacon Ranch Crunch chopped salad kit

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc. announces voluntary recall of limited number of salad kits

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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Specific Chilean almond products now eligible for import into China

Organic farming base favorably positions Turkish dried fruits and nuts in the global market

"Chilean walnut production down by 15-25% compared to 2023"

Leading pecan companies announce collaboration to elevate the pecan to new heights

The Chilean prune industry must continue to focus on China, without neglecting traditional markets

U.S. almond exports to Canada came to 2.57 tons in March 2024

Asia and Europe are key markets for California pistachios and almonds

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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Nico Treurnicht & Cornel Oosthuizen – Ergopak

South African scale technology finds foothold in European and Moroccan packhouses

Parkside introduces recyclable lidding film in the UK

Concerns raised over new EU packaging rules

New EU rules to reduce, reuse and recycle packaging

Sysco is driving more eco-friendly products and innovative solutions to reduce plastic and packaging waste

ExxonMobil and Constantia Flexibles develop recyclable freezer film in Poland

Launch of new packaging solutions

Sector | Retail

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Slight slowdown in supermarket sales; Asda and Aldi lose market share

Sainsbury’s offers free herbs and spices to increase diversity in diets

7-Eleven Japan gets smart advertising
Dreamstime
Lidl GB plans to open hundreds of new stores across the country

Jumbo opens “Europe's largest mechanized food distribution center”
Dreamstime
Jerónimo Martins has reported a bigger than expected drop in Q1 net profit

TommyTomato has secured €1.9mln to get 50,000+ children to eat a vegetable lunch this year
Dreamstime
Hungary's government plans to sue Austrian supermarket chain Spar for defamation

Casino said its first-quarter sales remained negative
Dreamstime
Sainsbury's forecast strong profit growth in its new financial year

The HelloFresh Group delivered its highest ever quarterly revenue

Sector | Global Market

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Sector | Climate

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Study looks at challenges of climate change on potato production in Canada

Unprecedented floods in the United Arab Emirates destroy greenhouses

Dutch importers climate targets approved by science based targets initiative
New tool can help predict local risks from common plant problems

Exploring climate change impacts on plant disease risks in New Zealand
First public consultation -

Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules for fresh produce is now open

Impact of La Niña on Chilean agriculture: challenges and expectations

In a month, Sinaloa’s water supply will be reduced

Sector | Cartoons

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Mathematical mango pricing: a fruit seller's viral equation

Broccoli haircut is a hot trend

Carrot harvest uncovers ancient coin treasure

Garlic farmer's fury ignites wealth gap debate

Triathlon Triumph: racing with bananas

Peruvian farmer claims world's oldest man record at 124 years

Pilot tattoos favorite crop: courgette