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First air shipment of organic Peruvian ginger landed in the U.S. yesterday

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Renzo Ceruti, Three Rivers:

“This Peruvian avocado season is really a puzzle that we are barely starting to put together”

Costa Rican banana and pineapple grower hits national distribution in the U.S.

Banana farms in Colombia face climate challenge

Peru sets ginger export record in the first quarter of 2024

Mina Maged - Mimac

“We will start to export our bananas to Europe at the end of June"

Browse the photo gallery

The enthusiasm of exhibitors confirms Macfrut as an international event

medFEL 2024

Can artificial intelligence revolutionize our sector?

“There will be enough volumes of Polish blueberries this year, despite these frosts"

Spring frosts causing pollination problems for some of the Polish apple orchards

Sector | Vegetables

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Pop Vriend Seeds -

Dutch vegetable seed company confirms resistance to Pe. 20 for a large part of its spinach assortment

Greater volume earlier on Michigan asparagus

Celebrating 17 years of partnership by co-branding tomato program
Tennessee

Severe weather impacts Grainger County tomato farm

Slower start and softer demand for California lettuces

Europe is the largest market for peas from Peru
Red Egg, Mini Red Egg and Chica tomatoes - Hoogsteder

“We have the volume, quality and price to satisfy the French market”

Sector | Bananas

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Current trend adversely affects competitiveness

Exchange rate crisis strikes Costa Rican banana sector

"The situation forces us in Finland to find alternative origins for Spain and other southern producer countries"

Latam banana producers object to Italian retailer's discount pricing of €0.85 cents per kg

Ecuador introduces a new code for the banana sector

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

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Onion turns of Ukraine – from free to very expensive in just a couple of weeks

Onion market sees some supply relief though pricing stays strong

Excessive rainfall impacts onion imports in Brazil-Argentina border region

Movement faster on Idaho potatoes but pricing still weaker

New onions in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan are sold at incredibly low prices
William Hoekman, QA Services:

"Thanks to optical sorting, we see the quality of onions increasing"

Egyptian onions replace Moroccan ones in West Africa

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Week 19 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Durian prices continue their downward trend, while apples are now available in small-sized packaging

Abundance of Peruvian avocados expected late spring through summer
USDA
Southern Region news release

Florida utilized avocado production for 2023 totaled 10,550 tons

IFPA leads mission to grow Australia and New Zealand's fresh produce exports to South Korea

Not many consumers know about the nutritional value of cactus products
Partnership aims to achieve largest mango export from Pakistan

Al Syed Group and MG Agri Foods join hands for $15 million exports

Australian avocados enter Indian market with Brett Lee as ambassador

Sector | Company news

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International Primeur magazine now available online

Several produce companies make Canada's Best Managed Companies list

Polish growers focus on cooperation and innovation

Golf tournament introduces posthumous $25,000 scholarship

Royal HZPC Group maintains expected result

Agrizone named exclusive partner for Omnivent in Australia and New Zealand
Alico, Inc. announces financial results for the Q2 and six months ended March 31, 2024

Revenues of $32.1 million for six months ended March 31 relatively flat YoY

Sector | Greenhouse

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New trends in the greenhouse produce industry

Greenhouse locations migrate and product innovation continues
Juan Pablo Saucedo Romero of AgroSense México

“We found an effective means to minimize labor in Mexican greenhouses”
Horti Demo Centre – Dr Estelle Kempen, Adaduma Msana, Kholosa Nakani

"All South African greenhouses should collect and recycle rainwater"
UK Salads Limited

Bankruptcy spiral UK greenhouse after client rejections

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”
Dean Taylor with Mastronardi Produce:

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

Sector | Logistics

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Maersk establishes itself at SEGRO Park Amsterdam Airport in Hoofddorp

A.P. Moller - Maersk launches air freight gateway in Miami to serve U.S., Asia, and Latin America market
Fairmiles Roundtable:

'Banning airfreighted fresh produce puts millions of livelihoods at risk and does not help Net Zero'
Drewry
World Container Index - 09 May

Drewry’s World Container Index increased 16% to $3,159 per 40ft container this week

Port of Salalah introduces viable alternative to Red Sea route
For its Proactive ZIMonitor 24/7 Cargo Monitoring Service

ZIM Shipping Lines renews strategic partnership with ArrowSpot Systems Ltd.
'Red Sea disruption could cut Asia-Europe capacity by 20%'

Maersk forecasts disruptions could last at least until the end of 2024

Sector | Machinery

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A fully automated cherry truss tomato harvesting robot to hit the market
Manufactured by Bulltec for Colt.Or: watch the video!

A fennel grader focused on the utmost efficiency

Italian machinery company celebrated 100 year history of sorting at Macfrut 2024

Worldwide demand for Tong’s latest Unifill big bag and box filler
Watch the video!

Karmen field scales for grapes: a new season approaches

Cherry packhouses experience efficiency and profitability benefits of new deep learning technology

UK company receives new Romaine lettuce vegetable harvester

Sector | General fresh produce

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Turkey’s fresh fruit and vegetable exports reached $211.49 million in April
USDA
USMCA seasonal perishable products weekly update

Avocado demand from California and Mexico is slow

Northeast region of Brazil is at the forefront of the mango market
Short-term outlook for EU agricultural markets in 2024

EU consumption of fresh apples falls as production declines
Week 18 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Thai Durian arrivals surge, coconut prices continue to rise
USDA
USMCA seasonal perishable products weekly update

Avocado movement from Mexico through Texas expected to decrease slightly

Photo report CPMA Vancouver

Sector | Management

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New micropropagation lab to produce up to 24 million plants a year

Manish Sirohi appointed as CEO of Decco WW

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

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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Frost damages 100% of Lleida's mountain apple production

Grape yield crisis in Tamil Nadu due to high temperatures

Blue dream – Ukraine sets historic blueberry export record
Fruit South Africa -

A shared South African industry-government vision makes for promising economics
Eloy Buenadicha Cobos, from Sol del Valle:

"In about 15 days, we will have fruit of caliber +32 available for marketing in trays"

Chile wraps up shipments of newer varietal grapes
Kurt Livingston - Fern Ridge Fresh

“Particularly the larger sizes have been popular as they are in high demand"

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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B2B Meetings, Warsaw, Poland, 17-18 September 2024 -

New highlights for companies interested in Polish retail market
AgroFresh -

12th annual Post-Harvest Academy hosted in Washington
Trade show to be held in Izmir on 26 to 28 September

"Interfresh Eurasia trade show to become Türkiye’s showcase"
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

Sector | Citrus

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Brazil’s first forecast for the 2024–25 citrus season
Patricia Marí Minran, of Citran:

"Except for January and February, when Greece and Turkey are stronger, the grapefruit campaign is very stable"

South Africa’s 2024 citrus season started slowly, maintains good spread between markets

CBS spreading and causing damage across all citrus-growing areas in Tunisia
This year, SAT UPCO will market its limes under the brand "Parcs Naturals de la Comunitat Valenciana"

"Our certified natural limes reach Europe in 48-72 hours, compared to the 4 weeks needed by those from Brazil"
Tommie Landman – Landman Group

South African Star Ruby export estimate down by a million cartons

California grapefruit production down this season

Sector | Organic

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Organic Produce Summit:

Panel to explore regional differences in organic produce sales
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

Sector | Health

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Tianjin University of Science and Technology

Exploring the potential of purple sweet potatoes in gastric ulcer treatment
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

Sector | IT

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Agromanager

“Traders and retailers can get real-time crop insights”

Producers can now do fruit counting with a free AI App
PC Fruit

“Automated precision farming is key to fruit cultivation’s success”

Potato agronomy forecasts now available in myField App

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"

Sector | Innovations

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Supply chain enhancements roll out
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

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Driscoll's Maroc is building a berry processing plant in Larache

The process of making the famous pomegranate juice in Bangkok

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

Sector | Cooling

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Capacity expanded to nearly 16,000 pallet positions

Emergent Cold completes expansion of its Facility in Villagrán, Mexico
Michael Panuccio, Freshxpress:

"This isn’t just another cooling machine, it’s a game-changer"
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

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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Home compostable produce label launches with cost-effective advantage
Ronald Borst (Paardekooper) on paper flowpacks:

"For businesses aiming to reduce their plastic usage, we offer CartoPaper as a viable alternative"
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

Sector | Retail

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Dreamstime
Tesco's new plant-led range offers meals packed with a variety of vegetables, grains and seeds

Asda workers at the Brighton Hollingbury superstore have confirmed the dates they will strike
Dreamstime
Foodstuffs: 21 different fruit and vegetable items see double-digit price falls, year-on-year

Particularly fruit and vegetables accounted for 41% of Dino Polska's revenue
Dreamstime
Vegetable wholesaler Farm Price announced net profit

Amazon: New online store in Ireland in 2025
Dreamstime
Welsh exotic mushroom farmer wins life-changing Aldi contract

Waitrose to source fruit and vegetables from UK farms which use regenerative practices by 2035
Dreamstime
Major Australian supermarket fruit and veg supplier into administration

Morrisons has acquired 38 stores in the Channel Islands
Dreamstime

Coles has launched a range of mandarins in a 100% recyclable paper bag
Dreamstime
Asda has refinanced over 3.2bln pounds of debt

Asda has announced new price cuts on strawberries and raspberries

Sector | Global Market

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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANGOES

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Sector | Climate

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MedFEL 2024 conference

What diversification is possible in the face of climate change?

New report reveals avocados are getting smashed by climate change
USPA Fruit:

Frosts cause Ukrainian apple harvest to be about 10 to 20 percent lower than usual

Sustainability at core of Italian club apple production strategies

Extreme heat impacts south and south-east Asia

East Africa faces food shortages due to extreme weather

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

Sector | Cartoons

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Viral video exposes use of chemicals on cabbage in India

Unusual culinary fusion: Durian stir-fry

Match sweetcorn eating stands at 52 ears in 12 minutes

Crucial nutrients for breastfeeding moms from broccoli
haertwarmion vodei

Cow expresses love to vegetable vendor

Papaya Instead of Cake Goes Viral

Diet rich in fruits and vegetables linked to enhanced relationship satisfaction