Produce industry increasingly focused on creating value opportunities for customers

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW STRAWBERRIES

Local strawberry harvesting signals that spring is well underway, with summer fast approaching in the Northern Hemisphere. Spain, as a leading supplier…

Produce industry increasingly focused on creating value opportunities for customers

Inflation and economic downturns are having an impact on the purchasing behavior of consumers. They don't have as much money to spend and make purchase…

Why North Carolina could see a short season on sweet potatoes

The North Carolina sweet potato season could wind up being short this year. "It's not surprising given the number of acres we planted as an industry,"…

Launch of new peel-back shaker snacking tomato clamshell

At Viva Fresh in Houston, Texas, April 11 – 13, 2024, Kaliroy Fresh LLC will launch a new, exclusive peel-back shaker snacking tomato clamshell made…

Lemon export forecast up substantially

Significant decrease in Chile’s exports of clementines expected

The Chilean Citrus Committee estimates that global citrus exports from Chile will reach 383,000 tons this season, a four percent decline from 2023.…

“Very high early prices for Peruvian ginger”

Peru's organic ginger harvest and export season is underway with strong early market demand that has led to the highest pricing ever seen at the start…

Kiwifruit from New Zealand in transit to United States

Retailers can expect shipments of Zespri kiwifruit soon as the first two shipping vessels have left New Zealand. The vessels are expected to arrive at…

"El Niño delays Mexican strawberry harvests"

To say the weather has not been kind to Mexican strawberry producers is an understatement. For Aketzalli (Kelly) Mendoza, Commercial Director at Fresa…

USDA provides guidance to importers of agri shipments bound for Baltimore Seaport

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is providing guidance to importers of agricultural shipments bound for…

Tom Stenzel, CEA Alliance, on the next farm bill:

Opinion: The winter and summer promise of indoor farming

This winter, arctic air sank much of the U.S. into a deep freeze, with record lows and temperatures plunging below zero. Thankfully, our fresh food…

Canadians are investing in Ukraine's potato sector

Former Prince Edward Island MP Wayne Easter and his business partner, Allan Parker, have been active in Ukraine since the previous year with the aim of…

Lamb Weston reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2024 results

'Net sales up 16 percent versus the prior year quarter'

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. has announced its results for the third quarter of fiscal 2024 and updated its full year earnings targets for fiscal 2024. "The…

Comparing the savings of pooled reusables vs. single-use crates

The choice of transport packaging plays a pivotal role, influencing not only the operational efficiency but also the environmental footprint. With a multitude…

Q4 holidays added millions to Hass avocado retail sales

Shoppers embraced avocado dishes during the fourth quarter holidays. Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Eve weeks generated higher…

APHIS establishes Mexican Fruit Fly Quarantine Areas in Texas

On March 11, 2024, the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) and the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA) established a Mexican…

Maui Council evaluates increased budget to fight invasive beetles

During a recent hearing, the Maui County Council evaluated the proposed budget for the newly established Department of Agriculture for the next fiscal…

Chad Miller – Agrivested

Higher export packouts result from tapping into symbiotic fungi

Getting a higher export packout all starts from the roots, says Chad Miller, founder of Agrivested, active in South Africa, Mauritius, and Eswatini.…

Citrus industry hoping for speedy outcome

Shipping line's legal challenge delays privatization of Durban Pier 2

Transnet intends opposing the interdict application launched by unsuccessful bidders for the management contract of Durban Container Terminal's Pier 2.…

"We’re looking at lower mango export volumes compared to last year"

The Indian mango season is just about to kick off, but export volumes aren't expected to reach the levels of 2023, says Parth Ramani of Indian fresh…

Despite inflation, climate change, Red Sea crisis... Egyptian strawberries remain unaffected

The Egyptian strawberry season continues with frozen strawberries, following the end of the fresh strawberry campaign in February. According to Nevenka…

Ramadan demand rescues Egyptian citrus exports in a difficult context

In a difficult season for Egyptian citrus, due to supply chain disruptions, some exporters were able to make up for the loss during the Ramadan period.…

Fruit and Vegetable Trade Mission of Egypt and Morocco to Uzbekistan

Unique opportunity for fruit and vegetable exporters from Egypt and Morocco

Central Asia is presently one of the fastest growing regions of the world in terms of both: economy and population but it often remains overlooked by produce…

Will Asia’s acute onion shortage become the norm in coming years?

Amidst soaring onion prices in the Philippines, recurrent export bans from India – once the top global exporter—and Pakistan's burgeoning onion imports,…

Week 14 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Apple sales accelerate due to holiday effects, and avocado prices continue to rise

The fruit market has experienced a surge in activity this week owing to heightened consumer demand during the Qingming Festival, resulting in increased…

Tissue cultured propagation of exotic Blue Java banana plant sees first harvest in India

Rise n' Shine Biotech Private Limited, have developed Blue Java – an exotic variant of Tissue cultured banana plants which has a distinct taste and…

New shipping link between South Korea and the Red Sea

Sea Legend Shipping, a start-up established in February 2023, and Safetrans have announced a collaboration to enhance their service offerings, focusing on…

Looking at India's top carrot-producing states

Carrots, with their vibrant orange color and versatile culinary uses, hold a significant place in Indian kitchens. Beyond their cooking appeal, carrots hold a…

Bart Nemegheer, De Aardappelhoeve:

"First Spanish early potatoes were in stores before Easter"

The Belgian company De Aardappelhoeve usually kicks off its new potato season with early potatoes from Israel. Because of the war, the company is…

Radish in paper for the French market

Europe is preparing legislation to shrink the plastic mountain; some countries, though, find that is happening too slowly. With France leading the way,…

Lucien Ruiter, Van Ooijen Citrus:

"First Spanish greenhouse cherries are a must-have"

This week, the first Spanish greenhouse cherries will arrive at Van Ooijen Citrus in Ridderkerk, the Netherlands. They won't arrive in large…

Didier Lepoutre - Belorta

“We are being approached directly from the UK looking for our products"

Belgian cooperative BelOrta's fresh produce is exported to 75 countries in Europe and around the world. The company also exports to the UK, one of the…

Jeroen Den Haerynck joined new Belgian company in January

"Creating equal negotiating positions for South American and African exporters"

Jeroen Den Haerynck has always been passionate about advocating for Latin American exporters' interests. During his time at MTSL Surveys and later at…

"The developments in blueberries in Turkey are attracting a lot of attention"

The Turkish blueberry season has been going rather smoothly, says Gizem Büyükkeskin, operations manager for Turkish blueberry producer and trader…

New Kiwi consortium KIKOKA (Europe) formed

After intensive preparatory work, the new Kiwi consortium KIKOKA (Europe) was formed,. 11 shareholders signed the documents at the notary and…

"All factors indicate that we are in for a good cherry harvest season"

Ahead of the start of the Turkish cherry season, all lights are on green for now, says Isa Yanar, managing director for Turkish fresh produce exporter…

NZ and Australia look to develop smaller, more efficient, and higher yielding avocado and citrus trees

New Zealand farmers, along with their Australian counterparts, are exploring avenues to enhance agricultural value while minimizing environmental…

Sam Vasala - Sai World

"It seems that Dutch traders have found onions late in their season"

After high expectations, the onion market is a bit slow at the moment, according to Sam Vasala from Sai World. Sam exports Tasmanian onions to markets…

Brazil

Potato sector starts the sixth consecutive year with positive profitability

Potatoes have been traded at high price levels in this 2023/24 crop that occurs in the rainfall period. The boost comes from lower supply – the main…

Drewry

World Container Index - 04 Apr

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased to $2,836 per 40ft container this week

Drewry's World Container Index decreased by 3% to $2,836 per 40ft container this week. The composite index decreased by 3% to $2,836 per 40ft container…

'Irresistible Grapes' video surpasses 96m views

A viral Instagram reel, garnering over 96 million views, humorously depicts the irresistible nature of food cravings. It shows a vlogger unable to…