News from Eurofruit – Page 16
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ArticleCatalonia braced for big drop in pear production
Growers say they will prioritise the national market this season due to shortfall
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ArticleSouth African grapes eye US opportunities
Early indications are that the country will offer more table grapes and stonefruit in the US market in the near future
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ArticleAgroponiente Group set for double-digit volume growth in 2023/24
Company’s sales volume set to rise by 10 per cent, despite challenging market conditions
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ArticlePSG looks to top the berry league
Steve Nelson, director at the newly restructured Plant Sciences Genetics, talks to Fruitnet about the current state of the berry market, new varieties and future opportunities for the category
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ArticleRockit chief executive Mark O’Donnell to retire
O’Donnell set to exit the role in March 2025 an international search for his replacement is underway
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ArticleAraw biofungicide extended to new crops in Spain
Used in Spain for grapes since 2016, it will now be permitted for a wide range of fruits and vegetables
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ArticleChilean grapes edge closer to improved US access
Top-level discussions suggest decision to grant access under a Systems Approach is imminent
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ArticleWestfalia Fruit Peru joins blueberry boom
Company expects to ship around 500 tonnes in its first year
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ArticleCitrus export season baffles South African industry leaders
Volumes shipped through the country’s ports have failed to reach early crop predictions
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ArticleIndian delegation visits Chilean prune production sites
Long-term promotion could see imports of prunes to India rise to 12,000 tonnes
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ArticleSicilian producers in ‘race against time’ as drought continues
Situation is extreme for region’s fruit and vegetable producers, with around half the island said to be at serious risk of desertification
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ArticleRegional strife boosts Dubai role as Gulf hub
Longer transit times due to disruptions in the Red Sea are a major issue for all traders in the Middle East region, but reshipments through Dubai appear to be growing as a result, says Hani Ayloush of Fruit Line Trading
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ArticleProduction in tandem with nature
Honeybees and pollination are highlighted as crucial sustainability practices in new Hortgro report
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ArticleGlobalGAP sets out stall at Huelva berry congress
Organisation said it engaged in fruitful discussions with the sector on importance of certification
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ArticleDutch firm debuts next-level conveyor belt for potato processors
Ammeraal Beltech’s food-grade synthetic belt with anti-stick and anti-starch properties makes cleaning easier and ensures a longer lifespan
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ArticleZespri on track for record returns to growers
Company expects to sell its NZ kiwifruit sales to top NZ$4.5bn, marking a return to form after last season’s underwhelming result
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ArticleIndian apple imports rise by over 70 per cent
Fresh apple imports forecast to reach a record 510,000 tonnes as demand for healthy food in India increases
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ArticleAsiafruit Knowledge Centre launches at Asia Fruit Logistica
Asiafruit Knowledge Centre is the brand-new content hub at the heart of Asia Fruit Logistica, and it’s open to every visitor and exhibitor
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ArticleGreek producers contend with climate, labour and commercial challenges
Cost inflation and unpredictable market demand have made it even more difficult for fruit producers in the Greek region of Thessaly to maintain their business
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ArticleRain delays ripening, reducing window for Kenyan avocados
Excessive rain and the ongoing Red Sea crisis have created headaches for Kenyan avocados this season, delaying ripening and increasing the transit time to their main market in Europe