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Cherry harvest begins in California

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The cherry harvest has commenced in California, with the Northwest anticipating the start soon. Initial forecasts for the current year's production are set at almost 2.1 million twenty-pound boxes, marking an increase of about 12% from the…

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"Market eager to receive West African organic mangoes after challenging Peruvian season"

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After a challenging Peruvian mango season, the arrival of West African mangoes this year was highly anticipated. "This year's Peru season was extremely difficult. Like other market players, we received an extremely low volume from our own…

Valencian almond harvest to drop by 35%

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Initial estimates from LA UNIÓ forecast an almond production of slightly over 4,000 tons, which would entail a 9% decrease compared to last season, when the production was already one of the lowest of the century. With this new harvest,…

Caudal and CSIC analyze impact of localized drip irrigation on avocado cultivation in southern Spain

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Avocado producers are facing significant challenges when it comes to irrigation and adaptation to current climatic conditions. Seeking an efficient model that can help give this crop a boost in southern Spain, Caudal is collaborating with…

Viral photo: "Angry Woman" at Bengaluru vegetable market

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A photo of a woman at a Bengaluru vegetable market has gone viral due to her amusing expression. With her big round eyes bulging out, the woman appears to be staring intensely at the camera, adding a humorous element to her otherwise angry…

Lettuce exports grew by 7.4% in the first quarter

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The Lettuce Committee of Fepex recently held a meeting in Murcia to review the 2023/2024 campaign, which has had a positive first half and a highly irregular second half, and which has also been marked by a significant increase of exports…

Fake farms & ugly truths

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Pick up a pack of tomatoes in Tescos from Nightingale Farms or chicken from Aldi's Ashfield Farm and you assume they are farm-fresh products direct from select producers with traceable provenance. Think again. These are 'fake farm' brands…

"We will increase the tomato acreage from 74 to 230 hectares next season"

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In 2015, Yigit began its ascent in the agribusiness sector and took over a total area of 1,000 hectares. In 2018, the first phase of the "GREENHOUSE" greenhouse complex was erected with an area of 100,000 m² and a production capacity of 3…

"Our experience enables us to go further where others stop"

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This year, 4Mex Logistics is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. Over the past decade, the freight forwarding office based in Krimpen a/d IJssel has become highly specialized in the French market. Operating without its own fleet, which…

Andalusia expects the almond harvest to increase by more than 25% this season

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The Andalusian Regional Board for Nuts, formed by ASAJA and COAG, AEOFRUSE and Cooperativas Agro-alimentarias de Andalucía, expects the 2024 almond harvest to increase by 25.49% compared to the previous season and reach a total of 41,582…

"We have become specialists in peeled purple/pink garlic"

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This week marks the start of the garlic harvesting campaign, including that of the early Spring variety, in areas such as the Spanish province of Granada, where this spring's rains have set the stage for a promising season ahead, with good…

"In the near future, we aim to completely replace our open-field strawberries with protected cultivation"

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At the start of week 21, the first strawberries and raspberries from Swiss cultivation could be harvested and marketed. "For raspberries, we are entering the new season very optimistically and are extremely satisfied with the yields and…

Endive growers look for solutions after withdrawal of three active ingredients

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On the 16th of May, French minister of agriculture Agnès Pannier-Runacher visited the APEF headquarters in Arras to meet with endive growers. Faced with the withdrawal of three active ingredients, endive producers are looking for solutions…

Limestone approves tax deal for new potato chip plant in Aroostook County

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Limestone residents recently consented to a tax incentive arrangement facilitating the establishment of a $55 million potato chip factory by Taste of Maine Potato Chip Co. in Aroostook County. The decision was made during a special town…

"The idea is to continue gaining agricultural land from the desert in the north and south of Peru"

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20 years ago, Peruvian agro-exports mainly consisted of coffee beans, cocoa beans and asparagus and were worth around $1 billion; last year, however, the agricultural export sector managed to surpass the $10 billion threshold after…

"Good demand for kiwis, but larger sizes limited"

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The start of the European sales season for Zespri's kiwis from New Zealand has not been easy. At the end of April, mice were discovered in some parts of the ship on the company's first shipment to the port of Zeebrugge. "The first arrival…

"After Taiwan and the US, we aim to introduce Armenian garlic to the Western European market"

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Garlic from various sources is arriving on the European market all the time, but Armenia as a country of origin is not yet well-known. If garlic producer Fruity Garden has its way, that is about to change. The company, based in the…

"Cauliflower currently very scarce, broccoli supply increases due to overlap with Spain"

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This year, the harvest of Dutch open-ground vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, and iceberg lettuce started a week to ten days earlier than in other years. "The first cauliflower from the pots was very early, but now the first…

"We wanted to create full transparency by involving our suppliers in everything"

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Starting June 3rd, Med Green Import is launching a new platform to provide its suppliers with all the information regarding its products. "I believe there is sometimes a lack of transparency in the sector, causing many suppliers to lose…

"In the onion trade, if you think you know, you're often wrong"

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At Franje Onions, the onion packaging season has come to an end. "Demand has completely stalled," observes Jan Franje. "All in all, it's been another extraordinary season. Expectations were sky-high, and everyone thought they had the…

New nitrogen generator focuses on accessibility and cost efficiency

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In the current era of rising costs for raw materials and products, Besseling announces the launch of their latest nitrogen generator. While the design of the machine remains largely unchanged, the new line of nitrogen generators is…

"Top fruit from high-stem orchards provides a unique flavor that resonates with consumers"

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A glance at the fruit and vegetable section of supermarkets will reveal many familiar varieties. Whether it's Jonagold or Elstar apples or Conference pears, the names are often well-known. Of course, more and more new varieties are being…

"The cold weather in May delayed the start of the cherry harvest"

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Aragon -Spain's largest cherry-producing region, where the province of Zaragoza alone has more than 9,500 hectares of cultivation- is already supplying significant quantities of cherries to the market. "We at Persicum Fresh have our own…

Growers worried by avocado theft in Murang'a County

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Farmers in Murang'a County, Kenya, are facing significant losses due to the theft of avocados from their farms, particularly in Maragua, Kandara, and Gatanga regions. The Murang'a County Avocado Cooperative Union, led by John Mwaniki,…

Sweet corn volumes from India lower due to drought-like conditions

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The supply of sweet corn from India has taken a hit due to the harsh weather conditions, says Swapnil Aware, board member for Indian fresh produce exporter Mersel Foods: "Due to below-average monsoon rains last year, many sweet corn…

Jeremy Clarkson's alternative to UK national service: farming

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In response to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's suggestion to reintroduce national service for 18-year-olds in the UK, Jeremy Clarkson has proposed a different approach aimed at enhancing the country's food self-sufficiency. Clarkson…

Irish potato planting challenges

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Growers in Ireland are nearing the completion of their potato planting season, with the anticipation of improved weather conditions during the June Bank Holiday. The past 12 months have presented significant challenges for potato…

Extra chunky restaurant style guacamole introduced

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The makers of the Wholly® Guacamole brand have announced their latest creation: Wholly®Guacamole Extra Chunky Restaurant Style guacamole. With more than half of consumers** considering restaurant guacamole to be the "gold standard," the…

"There is still a huge interest towards the berry business in Turkey"

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The weather conditions for Turkish blueberries have been favorable, as there were no late frosts or hail in the southern regions, says Turgut Aysan, Chairman of the Board of the Turkish berry exporter Safir Berry: "Our blueberry season…

Four months before the event, Fruit Attraction already has an occupation of more than 90%

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This year, Fruit Attraction -organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX- will be held in Madrid from October 8 to 10. The presentation of the fair's 16th edition was attended by José María Pozancos, director of FEPEX, and María José Sánchez, the…