Sector | General fresh produce
Atilla Vandenbogaerde, Atilla Dagvers:
"Despite staffing shortages, restaurateurs strive to differentiate themselves with processed products"
Uzbekistan increases fruit and veg exports by 15.7% in 2024
Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports hit $6.6 billion, up 27% in 2024
Greece faces 70,000-worker shortage, threatening fruit harvests
Labor costs make up 38% of U.S. fresh produce expenses amid rising wages
Grupo Agroponiente achieves 18% growth, driven by strong demand
Proposed Trump tariffs could spike fresh produce prices in the U.S.
London farmers donate 6.6 tons of food amid inheritance tax protest
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 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"
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 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"