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Carnel Geddes – Pomegranate Producers’ Association of South Africa

Marked increase in pomegranate demand, but logistics are challenging

The South African pomegranate season has, in the Western Cape where 72% of South Africa’s production is based, moved from the early Herskovits to the Wonderful harvest. Yields…

“Demand for Egyptian citrus has improved recently”

China and India have been importing large volumes of Egyptian citrus. After a slow period where demand was rather weak, demand has now picked up and shipments are sent to both…

South Africa:

Black citrus growers see 40% increase in production figures in just one year

The Citrus Growers Association (CGA), with its Grower Development Company (GDC), is proud to announce that black citrus growers have achieved a 40% increase in production…

Kibwezi Agro Ltd

Kenya mango farm has grown to be major export venture

Ms Mutheu Kithuma’s had to close her Kenyan tour firm in 2011. However, the closure of her business would open another door. In 2013, she embarked on farming…

Competition commission welcomes signing of memorandum of agreement with Pick n Pay on capping of garlic and ginger prices

The Competition Commission (Commission) is pleased to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement with Pick n Pay Retailers Proprietary Limited (Pick n…

President of the National Onion Producers and Marketers Association of Nigeria:

‘No going back on onion exportation’

The President, National Onion Producers and Marketers Association of Nigeria, Aliyu Isah, spoke about the association’s drive to export onions and what this…

74% of products at biggest shops imported

Ghana supermarkets only sell 26% local goods

According to a report by international advisory firm, Konfidants, only 26% percent of consumable goods sold in Ghana's leading supermarkets are produced…

Tomato in short supply in South Africa

Some South Africans are speaking about a shortage of tomatoes. Other people say they can't find cauliflowers. Tomato producer ZZ2 has confirmed that there is…

Despite the increase in exports of citrus and tomatoes

Tunisian food trade balance sees deficit of 180.6 million dinars

According to data released by the National Observatory of Agriculture (ONAGRI), Tunisia’s food trade balance saw a deficit of 180.6 million dinars (€54 mln) in…

The priority period to participate begins on March 17 and will run until April 22

Fruit Attraction to take place face-to-face again on October 5, 6 and 7

Fruit Attraction, organized by IFEMA and FEPEX, is planned to be held face-to-face again from October 5 to 7 in Madrid. The event will thus be a commercial reunion for the…

Special Australia / New Zealand

Spectre

Major New Zealand citrus grower signs on for Spectre

First Fresh NZ, a major citrus supplier to the domestic market in New Zealand, has taken the global lead as the first citrus enterprise to sign on to Spectre, the computer…

Global Focus Bananas

Shippers turn to other supplying countries for bananas

Supplies of bananas from traditionally sourced countries continue to be tight. Andy Thomas-Stivalet of Kadivac Produce estimates that 15-20 percent of the total weekly supply…

Ruud Kester, Lyna Trade, the Netherlands:

"We badly need smooth sales in the coming months to get all our avocados sold"

Kenya and Peru's avocado seasons have just started. It's just about to begin in Colombia too. "Current demand is good. Prices are high, between €10 and €13," says Ruud Kester.…

A strong season for P.D.O. Persimon despite lower volumes

Growers in the Ribera del Xúquer valley near Valencia were able to overcome volume challenges due to adverse weather conditions, in order to achieve a decent supply and the…

PROCOMER

Chinese ban on Taiwanese pineapples could mean opportunities for Costa Rican exporters

China has banned the import of pineapples from Taiwan with the ban having taken effect on March 1st. According to authorities, the ban was instated because of pests found in…

Volker Janssen, Frucht Janssen: Start of the season just in time for Easter

"People are craving strawberries"

Traditionally, the first German spring produce will hit the market at Easter. It is a seasonal highlight for asparagus, strawberries and many other goodies. The early date of…

Girò Italia

The green revolution passes through ultra-light eco-friendly packaging solutions

"We ended 2020 with an 18% growth, so we can be pleased with the commercial trend. These results make us understand we are on the right path - clients trust us and new clients…

Prices 30% higher than last year

Chinese ginger export peak season ongoing

It is currently the peak export season for Chinese ginger. The offshore export price of general grade dried ginger shipped to the European market is 2,100-2,300 US dollars per…

""More than 60 per cent of customers think that fruit and vegetables are the most important Australian-made category"

Supermarket giant says Australians have a desire for locally grown produce

Australian consumers are placing importance on buying locally grown fruit and vegetables more than ever before, according to one of Australia's leading supermarkets. Speaking…

New promotional campaign for PGI lemons from Syracuse

The 2021 promotional campaign for PGI lemons from Syracuse has started with the aim of illustrating this delicacy to final consumers as well as to the business audience. In…

Developing more sales channels

US date growers expand acreage in response to consumption growth

“We are seeing a very robust supply of dates.” So says Neil Merritt, director of North American sales at Bard Valley Date Growers (BVDG), a vertically integrated company…

BerryWorld celebrate double win at 2021 International Taste Institute Awards

The company’s varietal portfolio has been recognised with a total of nine awards by this institution since 2018, with two raspberry varieties receiving a…

The Gesex-PolyNatural duo and their quest to reach a more natural and sustainable agro industry

Chilean exporter GESEX during 2020 continued with its upward course of sending Shel-Life coated fruit to the most demanding foreign markets. "PolyNatural…

New storage method to extend leek sales season

The European leek growing season is nearing its end. This is when these vegetables begin to bolt. And that usually means they’re no longer marketable. As most people eat them…

Avocado shipper sends first shipment from California to China

Hass avocado producer and distributor Mission Produce, Inc. announced yesterday, with its partner Mr. Avocado, an avocado brand from China, it has sent its first shipment of…

New EU project Robs4Crops accelerates shift towards robotics

From farming controllers and smart implements to fully autonomous farming systems, Robs4Crops (a new project) is helping farmers fill labour shortages — shaking up the farming…

Japanese company introduces apple ripening inhibitor Fysium in Brazilian market

The Japanese company Sumitomo Chemical recently launched their fruit ripening inhibitor Fysium (1-MCP) on the Brazilian market. The harvest of Brazilian apples…

Traders with stock in storage are suffering financial loss

Price of Chinese Huaniu apples from Gansu drops below cost price

The price of Huaniu apples in Tianshui, Gansu, recently dropped to 0.4-0.5 yuan [0.06-0.08 USD] per 0.5 kg. Traders with stock in storage are losing more than…

Ireland will still host the 2022 World Potato Congress

Potato celebrations put on hold for 12 months

The pandemic may have smashed plans for Ireland to host the 2021 World Potato Congress, as the event has been cancelled. However, there has been a confirmation…

Mexican authorities are working on a protocol for the cloning of coastal pineapples in Jalisco

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (SADER) stated that they were making steady progress in the protocol for the in vitro production of coastal…

JO Sims expands cherry business with UK farm management deal

J.O. Sims are delighted to announce that they have concluded an agreement with Fiona Broomfield to take over the management of the Broomfield family cherry…

Average weekly wholesale prices of fruit and veg & bananas

Guatemalan bananas at £0.77 per kg

This series gives the average wholesale prices of bananas by country of origin. The prices are national averages of the most usual prices charged for bananas at wholesale…

Retail

Dreamstime

Dino Polska has reported a 12.6% topline sales growth

Carrefour has completed the acquisition of Supersol proximity stores and supermarkets in Spain

Russia: Magnit reports revenue growth of 13.5% in FY 2020Russian retailer Magnit has reported a 13.5% year-on-year growth in revenue to RUB1,553.8bln (€17.8bln) in its…

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