Uncertain how long supplies of North Carolina sweet potatoes will last

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BLUEBERRIES

As Peru's blueberry harvest volumes reached normal levels again with increased exports, the global blueberry market has returned to normal. Growers in…

Uncertain how long supplies of North Carolina sweet potatoes will last

Due to unfavorable weather conditions, North Carolina's sweet potato crop is down significantly this season. Some growers are experiencing a 30 percent…

Plant-based post-harvest solutions make debut

Fresh Formulaics is introducing the next generation of post-harvest solutions. Created to meet the unique challenges of the produce industry, the…

Mexican tomato production picks up

Tomato supply from Mexico is increasing as production comes in from Sinaloa. The region began its harvest within the last week to 10 days. "So we're…

Good volume but smaller sizing on California organic citrus

Organic citrus supply is strong right now. "We're at the heart of the season for the next 90 days–we're going on all cylinders on all categories," says…

Canadian nursery and berry grower form partnership to support growth

Novafruit, a Quebec-based nursery specializing in the propagation of strawberry plants, announces the expansion of its activities through a new…

Central Valley citrus harvest declines as migrant workers fear deportation

The California Farm Bureau has reported a significant downturn in the citrus harvest within the Central Valley, attributed to the absence of migrant…

Almond industry urged to strengthen trade advocacy amid shifting U.S. policies

Sharon Bomer Lauritsen, a seasoned agricultural trade consultant with a history of serving as the assistant U.S. trade representative for agricultural affairs…

New marketing directors join the California Table Grape Commission

The California Table Grape Commission welcomes Lisa Massie and Alexandra Merritt to the marketing team. As the director of international marketing for…

U.S. fresh produce imports supply 59% of fruit and 35% of vegetable availability

Imports have become increasingly essential in ensuring the year-round availability of fresh fruit and vegetables in the United States. Since the…

U.S. overtakes China as top fruit supplier to Vietnam for Tet, imports hit $123.7 million

The U.S. has surpassed China as the leading supplier of fruits and vegetables to Vietnam during the Tet season, with a record import value of $123.7 million in…

Brazil's citrus sector faces uncertainty as orange production declines

Following the resurgence of rainfall in the citrus belt of São Paulo and Triângulo Mineiro from October 24 onwards, the outlook for the 2025/26 season remains…

Dragon House

"2024 has been marked by high volatility in the pitaya market"

Although it is still considered a niche product, it also has huge potential due to its nutritional properties and year-round production capacity.…

Xavier Cárdenas, Agrosoft

Technological advances boosting agricultural exports

Adopting technology has become essential to responding to the international markets' productivity, sustainability, and traceability challenges. Digital…

Gustav Claassen – Proudly Produce

New-season apples soon to supplement strong nectarine crop

Exporting is a natural extension to any fruit marketing company in South Africa, and so it was for Proudly Produce, established in 2017, initially only…

Justin Mudge – Chiltern Farms

Industry forerunner doubles down on top fruit since altered blueberry supply dynamics

Justin Mudge's pioneering years in the nascent South African blueberry industry go back thirty years and culminated in him chairing the industry body…

South African table grape exports surge 39% amid improved port efficiency

The South African Table Grape Industry (SATI) reports positive trends in the 2024/25 season, with exports significantly outpacing last year despite a slight…

There is a decrease in supply for late varieties

Common clementines: the past few weeks have seen sustained prices in the field and on the market

"We have about 20,000 kilograms of traditional clementines left to harvest. We expect to finish the sales campaign within 15 days, and immediately…

Tony Derwael (Bel'Export):

"I expect everyone will need to sell their pears in a timely manner"

"Prices are good, and the market is balanced." This is how Tony Derwael of Bel'Export describes the current state of the Belgian pear market. However,…

Francisco Mas, Sales Director of Frutas y Hortalizas Mas Serrano:

"The supply of quality artichokes has been greatly reduced by frosts and prices have skyrocketed"

Several consecutive nights of frosts in the southeast of Spain, in the Levante area, with temperatures as low as -10 degrees in some inland areas of…

Air freight cost 'a real drag' on export potential Ghanaian passionfruit and papaya

It's a positive season for both papaya and passionfruit according to Emmanuel Adu, managing director for Ghanaian fruit exporter 2k Farms Ltd: "We…

"The apple was chosen as the symbol of the Polish presidency of the EU council"

The Polish apple industry is proud to provide the apples for the EU council for the period that Poland holds the presidency, says Emilia Lewandowska,…

Moroccan avocado industry strengthens integration efforts

Moroccan avocado producers and exporters rallied on January 15th, in the city of Kénitra, at the call of the Moroccan Avocado Association. Abdellah El…

Planasa appoints Hans Liekens to drive berry sector growth

Planasa, a company specializing in plant variety research and nursery operations within the berry sector, has announced the appointment of Hans Liekens…

Walnuts make up 24.55% of Egypt's imported nuts as economic challenges curb demand

Tree nut production in Egypt is limited due to its climate and thus heavily relies upon imports. The top varieties for tree nut exports to Egypt…

World Container Index - 16 Jan

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 3% to $3,855 per 40ft container this week

The Drewry WCI composite index decreased 3% to $3,855 per 40ft container, 63% below the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021, but was…

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Luxury $156 avocado Thast sparked debate

A street vendor in Surat created a viral $156 avocado toast featuring rare Pule cheese. Made from Balkan donkey milk, this cheese costs approximately…

"Algeria boycotts Ecuadorian bananas over support for Morocco's Sahara claim"

In a recent development, Algeria has decided to boycott banana imports from Ecuador, its primary supplier. This decision comes after Ecuador expressed its…

Vietnam's fruit & veg exports surge past $7.12 billion, driven by durian and market expansion

Last week, discussions between HAGL Group's chairman, Doan Nguyen Duc, and the Gia Lai People's Committee focused on enhancing transport connections between…

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd cautious on Red Sea operations despite ceasefire

Following the recent ceasefire between Hamas and Israel, leading shipping corporations, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd, have expressed their hesitation to immediately…

Study links yellow oyster mushrooms to improved heart health and aging benefits

The Rural Development Administration has been focusing on the development of the yellow oyster mushroom, a variety known for its potential health…