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Sector | General fresh produce

New Zealand's 5+ a day marks 30 years of promoting healthy eating

France opposes Mercosur trade deal amid nationwide farmer protests

Will tariffs on fresh produce become a reality?

"Our producers must have the same or equivalent alternatives"

Phytosanitary products impasse: Annie Genevard announces the relaunch of the Solutions Committee's work

Duisburg wholesale market:

"Shortage of potatoes for roasting at Christmas markets"

Port of Oakland handles $8.5 billion in agricultural exports by October 2024

Thorogood’s expands to supply fresh produce directly to retailers

Severe storms bring flooding and damage to Western Australia's south west

Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - week 46

Fresh produce market sees stable pricing with Bramley's seedling apple prices up 1%

"In 10 or 15 years, shipments to China will probably account for half of Peru's agro exports"

Gauteng halts $2.16 million fresh produce project over financial mismanagement

U.S. military commissaries in South Korea expand local produce offerings

Ukraine faces 40% post-harvest losses due to storage gaps

Nationwide Produce reports 66% profit surge amid expansion and challenges

Fruit and vegetable prices surge in Russia, driving inflation

Bayer, Orbia Netafim expand collaboration to advance digital farming technology

HortiView to simplify primary data collection

Gratitude Month honors mentors and champions in the produce industry

Chile breaks fresh fruit export record

"Producers have asked us for help".

Consumer cooperative commits to 8 sectors dedicated to fruits and vegetables

Thanksgiving grocery ads focus on holiday staples amid price fluctuations

Gamma radiation facility in Uttar Pradesh to boost food preservation

ACCC investigates Coles and Woolworths over alleged grower exploitation

Pakistani fruit exporters hit by delayed tax refunds and liquidity crunch

What could a second Trump presidency mean for the produce industry?

Week 45 Wholesale Fruit Market Report

Cherry volume increases, price drops sharply, Vietnamese Kanyao durians arrive

Andrea Pignato from "Fellini Patrizio"

Also specialising in celery, a vegetable with constant supply throughout the year

In Ukraine, post-harvest fruit and vegetable losses are the highest in Europe

Vietnam boosts agricultural exports to US with growth in cashews, pepper, and fruits

Luc Vanoirbeek, VBT:

"What is happening now in Spain should be a wake-up call, because it will happen more often in the future"

Floods in Benicarló and Vinaroz. Extreme rainfall alert in Valencia, Tarragona and Malaga.

Torrential rains in the north of Castellón have had an impact on the citrus and vegetable harvest

Rainfall in Malaga already exceeded 100 l/m² at midday

"Some citrus orchards remain inaccesible after 15 days, and today it is raining torrentially again"

BLE
BLE week 45:

'Most vine tomatoes came from the Netherlands and Belgium'

Moroccan and Egyptian exporters explore opportunities at Poland's Bronisze market

Dole’s Q3 revenue hits $2.1B, driven by 6.6% growth in fresh fruit sales

Salmonella outbreak prompts Great Falls schools to halt fresh produce

John van der Zouwen (de Groot fresh group) on the impact of the severe Spanish weather:

"So far, we’ve avoided quality issues"

Shanna Heij (HFVI) aims to further grow family export business

"My vision is big, and I aim to expand beyond Germany"

Rolf Koch GmbH
Karlsruhe wholesale market:

"There has been a small gap for the overseas Orris recently"

New York’s farmers’ markets boost local economies and community spirit

More torrential rain forecast for 14 provinces over the next few days

"The latest storms in Almeria have not had a significant impact on the fruit and vegetable sector"

Kenya's horticulture exports hit by freight service reductions

Mexican produce industry in Arizona faces tariff threats under Trump

Punjab boosts horticulture with litchi exports and crop diversification initiatives

Uganda launches digital tool to boost fruit and vegetable exports

Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - week 45

Bramley's apples see 2.5% price increase amidst market fluctuations

Ethiopia launches first refrigerated fruit & veggie export to Europe

AgroFresh expands FreshCloud to improve produce quality and reduce waste

South Australia battles fruit fly outbreaks to protect $1.3 billion horticulture industry

Mapping and improving agroecological business models in Kenya

Mass deportations could drive up grocery prices, strain Michigan’s agriculture

"Some agricultural products awaiting harvest will not be able to reach the market", warns AVA-ASAJA

"Spanish producers will be paying close attention to prices over the coming weeks"

Christophe Burgun, Intermarché - At the InterFEL competition:

"We wanted to create a grand theatrical display that would cover the entire fruit and vegetable department"

Week 44 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Australian nectarines are on the market, Santina cherries have arrived

A look back at the Chicory Biennale 2024 in Nuremberg

'New solutions will be needed from 2025'

Thailand enhances fruit export practices to meet international standards

New Zealand fresh produce exports to reach $4.3 billion by 2024

Australian fruit and vegetable vendors face struggles with supermarket dominance

Australian firms secure deals at China import expo, boosting trade ties

Egypt's agricultural exports jump 32 percent to $4.1 billion

Mexico's inflation rate climbs in October due to higher fruit and vegetable prices

Australian farmers face supermarket dominance and export hurdles

Concerns over corruption and mismanagement in Karachi fruit & vegetable market

La Unió initially estimates the DANA caused the agricultural sector 816 million euros in losses

Popular Caesar salad kit enhanced with New Zealand parmesan cheese

Produce industry celebrates Trump victory

Historic Lindley’s farm & market in Ancaster to shut down after 180 years

Fiji aims to boost fruit sector with global partnerships and local projects

Jordan's agricultural exports surge, hitting a five-year high

Brazil expands agricultural exports to Peru, reaching new global markets

GreenLand Organic connects Andalusia's organic farmers with consumers

Australia and UAE sign landmark trade deal to boost farmers

Iran's apple exports hit $124M, agricultural exports rise in value

Global Produce & Floral Show makes massive donation to Atlanta community

VBT figures week 44

Cucumber price rebounds

Mustafa Ozdemir, AGF Overtoom:

"Good demand for Turkish pomegranates and Sultana grapes"

Xavier Martin, Lagache Lomme

"Our mission is to help retailers communicate about virtuous produce"

New Emirates route boosts South Australian exports and economic growth

UK budget measures risk agriculture and food security with increased import reliance

Zero VAT rate applied to essential fruits and vegetables as per new tax decree

Seasonal shift in retail ads with holiday focus amidst varied produce prices

Pre-cut fruit will become more important than ready-to-eat fruit"

Bama wants to significantly increase the share of Norwegian fruit and vegetables in the coming years

Seasonal commodities trend:

Asparagus and avocado prices drop, cucumber prices surge

Al-Bab grapples with fluctuating produce prices, impacting consumers and farmers

Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - week 44

Minor apple price changes, significant berry drops, mixed vegetable trends

Omer-Decugis & Cie surpasses revenue targets with strong growth in 2023/24

DFDS starts first direct ferry route between Egypt and Italy

Taipei withdraws 18 fruit and vegetable varieties due to excessive pesticide residues

New England veg & fruit conference, Dec 17-19: sessions & trade show

Produce industry’s key concerns ahead of Tuesday’s presidential election

Photo Report: Fresh produce department, Coop and Rema 1000 Norway

Mourad Ben Salem, Med'Essor

"Few goods, low consumption and high prices"

Week 43 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Chilean cherries arrive in Guangzhou market, blueberry prices continue to fall

Spike in annual price inflation for both fruit and vegetables

Fruit supplies to Russia increased by 8.3%

New Zealand and Gulf Cooperation Council conclude landmark trade agreement

Armenian government to subsidize half of the certification costs for exporters

"On one hand there is mostly family farms and on the other there is multi-billion dollar corporations"

Calls for government re-think on Food and Grocery Code of Conduct to make it fairer for fruit and veg suppliers

Kazakhstan's Ministry of Agriculture calls Rosselkhoznadzor's accusations unfounded

Grønt Fra Nord, Norway:

“Despite our ability to offer stable supply, we are following prices of imported lettuce”

"It was an unimaginable situation, a storm of such intensity that we have never known before".

Valencia bears the brunt of the storm, harvesting and commercial activity grinds to a halt

BLE
BLE week 43:

'The end of the season for German cucumbers is approaching'

High grocery prices hit remote Australian communities hard

Danes show strong preference for organic Italian produce

Egypt's agriculture adapts to climate challenges with smart practices

Manchester men shine in health survey with high fruit and veg intake

Thai FDA to intensify fruit and vegetable screening after toxic residues found

Fresh Del Monte sells Fresh Leaf Farms to focus on core vegetable business

Kyrgyz Republic Treasury will cover transportation costs for fruit and vegetable exporters

Azerbaijan sees decline in fruit and vegetable exports and imports

Week 43 - National average wholesale fruit and vegetable prices

UK apple prices fluctuate modestly due to seasonal demand and harvest variations

Thailand's exports set to surpass 2% growth target, reaching new high of $290 billion

Munich wholesale market: investor given time until July 2025

"We retailers don't need a luxury wholesale market, but a functional one"

Connecting with registered dietitians to help boost produce consumption

California eradicates invasive fruit fly species, protecting agriculture

Australian initiatives tackle food waste, embrace imperfect produce

50 years of innovation and resilience in New Zealand's fruit industry

South Carolina receives $603,000 to boost specialty crop industry

SG Alimentación: "They force promotions with products on sale below their production cost"

"Aldi is once again in the spotlight for abruptly and unilaterally cutting regular suppliers"

Week 42 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Blueberry supply increases significantly, and American apples arrive in batches

Unlocking fruit and vegetable aromas through modern analysis

Uzbekistan's growth in fruit and vegetable exports in 2024

HTA and FPC urge government action on fresh produce trade barriers

Fire damage at Owyhee Produce peeling facility

US fresh produce consumption rises, driven by Gen Z's health and sustainability focus

Brighter Bites receives $25k donation

LNP pledges $2.5 million for flood resilience project at Brisbane Markets

Odesa region sees significant rise in agriculture output in 2024

GRUNDHÖFER GmbH
Thomas Grundhöfer, brand owner of the citrus and fruit brand Götterfrucht:

"In southern Germany in particular, almost every consumer grew up with Götterfrucht"