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Sam Vasala - Sai World

"The harvest has started early and the fruit has low acid levels and good brix"

Zespri European sales season underway

CSIRO works on optical scanning for pest detection in fruit

Woolworths reintroduces Happy Chop Tearless Onions

Westfalia Fruit brings Kenyan avocados to Indian market

Egyptian onions replace Moroccan ones in West Africa

Nico Treurnicht & Cornel Oosthuizen – Ergopak

South African scale technology finds foothold in European and Moroccan packhouses

Mango pricing could start coming down

Behind the agro-trade feud between Morocco and Mauritania

Egyptian blueberry prices down 50% on last season

Sector | Vegetables

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Food Freshly -

Nature-based shelf-life solution for key Italian vegetable ingredients

"This investment will enable us to increase garlic production and harvesting in more areas"

Much better season for Egyptian dry garlic

With a lack of space we grow our vegetables on the street
Azura Group -

Cherry tomatoes makes it into Top 10 best-selling brands in France

“In Sweden Spring has been a disaster with 30% drop in glasshouse vegetable production”
Rivulis -

Drip irrigation innovation sees vegetable farm's yields go through the roof

Sector | Bananas

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Banana movement stays steady while plantain market gains strength

Ghanaian banana exporter plans West African expansion
Helge Sparsoe - Fyffes

“We knew that putting a new consumer brand into this category would be something radically new"

Kazakhstan is a front-runner in banana consumption in Central Asia

Ecuador's banana exports up to March 2024 decreased by 0.24%
Attilio Pagni, Alimentari Ortofrutticoli ABC:

"We should try to value bananas more"

New banana variety resistant to the Fusarium fungus arrives in Ecuador

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Ukrainian onion growers elevate prices as season concludes

Hardness and skin firmness in onions crucial for retail, especially during shortages

Introducing Spuddies: a venture into potato chips in Western Australia

The real growth in the sweet potato segment stems from value-added packs

Tearless onions are back at Woolworths

Sri lanka looks to import onions from Egypt

Export of white onions from Gujarat sparks discontent in Maharashtra

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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From 2017 to 2027

Avocado Market report forecasts market growth by revenue at global, regional & country levels

Hardworking cambodian ladies show coconut fruit cutting skills

Early arrival of New Zealand SunGold kiwifruit in U.S. market

Davao City and New Zealand collaborate on durian research

NZ kiwifruit sector sees an improvement in both orchard returns and values
Domestically grown durians from China are poised to make their debut

Durian sales have surged, hinting at an impending price decline

Uganda tightens inspection on avocado, banana, and pineapples to improve export quality

Sector | Company news

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Tolsma-Grisnich and the Invaro Group -

Dutch companies join forces in the field of optical sorting of potatoes and onions

Maersk Q1 results in line with expectations amid ongoing Red Sea disruptions
Ocean Network Express released Financial Result for FY2023

Full-year forecast for FY2024 sees a profit of approximately US$1 billion

AgDevCo in equity investment deal with Agris for growth of fresh-food production and distribution in East Africa

Dutch companies celebrate breaking ground for new building

GrubMarket expands further into South Africa through the acquisition of Global Produce
COSCO SHIPPING Ports announces 2024 first quarter results

Total throughput increased by 9.8% Y-o-Y

Sector | Greenhouse

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Dean Taylor with Mastronardi Produce:

“There is always a high level of excitement when we launch a new Bombs variety”

11-hectare greenhouse project officially opened in New Zealand

New sweet peppers meet growing demand for fresh snack options
Aralux plastic film by Agriplast (Italy):

By controlling heat energy better agronomic results can be acheived

Prior to launching, demand for purple tomato already exceeds supply

New greenhouse operations in New Hampshire to launch this spring

Greenhouse grower puts more emphasis on buying local

Sector | Logistics

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Port city Colombo set to become a regional logistics and business hub
Container News

Noticeable improvement in schedule reliability in March 2024
Latest research from Fairmiles:

'At least 18 million livelihoods in developing countries are supported by airfreighted fresh produce'

Fuel prices surge in Australia
Drewry

Drewry’s World Container Index remains stable this week
FPC Chief on UK border strategy -

“We have become the laughing stock of Europe"

Carrier Transicold’s Lynx Fleet telematics solution helps Roamer Transport Inc. improve uptime and save truck loads

Sector | Machinery

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Machines help to unload trucks bringing in onions faster

"Fewer forklift movements means more peace of mind and better overview"

Using robotics to help sort onions on Georgia farms

The future of logistics is automated
Video of the Calderoni inter-row tiller below

Interesting market trend also in North Africa

Autonomous robot harvester makes the cut with asparagus

Polish develop AI-driven solutions even for small blueberry farms

Tomra food inaugurates new center in Valencia

Sector | General fresh produce

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Photo report CPMA Vancouver
Significant breakthrough through intercropping

Optimizing crop yields for Mars: insights from Wageningen University
As inflation deceleration spurs consumer spending

Coles responds to cooling inflation in Australia

"Kenya is a minor fruit and vegetable sector player"
Week 17 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Days of rain have affected the market, and blueberry and dragon fruit prices have risen

Onion and garlic prices stabilize in Port Moresby
Aston University research:

'Social media can be used to increase fruit and vegetable intake in young people'

Sector | Management

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Change at the helm of Peru's Trade Office in New York

Charl du Bois appointed as new managing director of Capespan

European Parliament approves a revision of the EU’s common agricultural policy

Star Group names four vice-presidents of sales and procurement

MEPs approve trade support measures for Ukraine with protection for EU farmers
NSW Farmers:

'Scrap the biosecurity bill'

Paddie Allen appointed as new air freight director for PML Seafrigo

Sector | Miscellaneous

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Zespri faces potential loss due to mouse infestation in kiwifruit shipment
Portugal

Berry fruit production and water challenges in Mangualde
“Non-negligible probability of long-term establishment in France,” according to ANSES

Reinforced surveillance of Asian fruit fly
NASA

Astronauts to study plant growth and development on the Moon

Does Ramadan reduce productivity in packing houses?

ACC 2024: New event unlocked added value

Fresh commodity exports to Fiji require additional declaration

Sector | Fruit

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Successful yet difficult blueberry season in Morocco
Ben Goodchild - Nationwide produce

"We are now seeing very good volumes arriving but quality is also very mixed"

Grow grape vine from grapes with a banana at home

Yunnan's Zhiguan blueberries make their debut in Japan
Ilan Liwski, Phytech:

“We cover more than 100,000 hectares worldwide with our sensors”

Peaches and nectarines are already cheaper than apples in Turkey

Ukrainian apples conquer new grounds: the Iraqi market surge

Sector | Herbs

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Moroccan rosemary supply hit by drought
Gruppo Mec
Peter Mair of Gruppo Mec:

"Italian arugula cultivation becomes more professional and sustainable with each passing year"
Belgian company sees organic as a step toward the future

"We want to be a pioneer in the organic segment"

Retailer in North of England finds supplier with fresh range of new herbs
Natalia Moranth, Green Explosion:

“We want to introduce our Colombian fresh fruit to Europe”
Andrew Smith - Butler Market Gardens

“In the Christmas week we sell up to three times more herbs than normal"

Fresh herb industry braces for Christmas as busiest week of the year while tackling challenges

Sector | Agenda

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Jakeman Stadium, Boston United Football Club, 7 November, 2024

British Vining Pea and Bean 2024 Conference
María José Sánchez, Director of Fruit Attraction:

"This year, Fruit Attraction will surpass all previous figures"
Cobrey Farms, Coleraine Buildings, Wednesday, 26 June 2024 -

British Asparagus Conference 2024 to focus on key production aspects

Photo Report: SIAM 2024
8-10 May, 2024

Varietal innovation and certified quality in focus at Macfrut Plant Nursery Area

Sydney Markets’ fresh awards return in July

Great start to MedFEL 2024

Sector | Citrus

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Eddy Kreukniet, Exsa Europe:

"European market has room for quality South African oranges"
Growth in export demand may bring new opportunities

“Sales of Lunwan oranges are progressing slowly”

China to lift ban on several of Taiwan's agricultural products

Seedless citrus might be shaping the future in Australia

A difficult season for Moroccan citrus

Imperial mandarin harvest - lighter crop, but bigger sizes
Exploring market opportunities:

Oranges and mandarins from Egypt and Morocco in Central Asia

Sector | Organic

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Dreamstime
Austria: Traders and producers speak out on the organic market

"The organic selection is still much more limited, comparatively"

Better outlook for the Senegalese organic mango campaign

New "Inverted Natural Branding" of organic fruit and vegetables
USDA

'Good prospects for U.S. organic product exports to the EU remain'

New Zealand's organic kiwifruit sector sees growth and potential
Pieter Declercq, organics product manager, REO Veiling:

"Organic vegetables' better-matched supply improves market prices"
Proximity to production, selection, effective communication

The three winning ingredients for the success of organic fruit and vegetables

Sector | Health

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Cranberry supplements enhance athletic performance in Canada
University of Queensland collaboration

Say goodbye to garlic breath with odour-free black garlic

Increasing fruit and vegetable intake among adults

Looking at vegetable intake and cancer risk reduction

Bananas facilitate quicker recovery after running

Harvard study links fruit and vegetable intake to longevity in the US

New research claims: Eating almonds can aid in post-exercise recovery

Sector | IT

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Potato agronomy forecasts now available in myField App

From seed to plate, AI is transforming how and what we eat

Free farm management app to save Italian growers time this season
Through the digitalization of berth alignment

Ocean Network Express and Portchain ink deal to drive sustainability across the carrier’s network
© Nicoelnino | Dreamstime.com
Ransomware attacks on Ag companies:

"Attacks on the sector made up 5.5% of all ransomware operations globally"

Australian farmers urged to consider their data security

Orchard Robotics creates data-driven module for existing farm machinery

Sector | Innovations

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Utrecht University
Utrecht University research

Residual waste from mushroom cultivation removes pollutants from water

Agri tech has an important role in Australia's growth
Polymer found in corn, potatoes and beans

Smart windows breakthrough in the U.S.
Denise Junqueiro with Apeel Sciences

“Our technology provides shippers confidence for long haul shipments and to open up new export markets”

How more than 60 million pieces of fruit were stopped going to waste last year
Conserving two Olympic-sized swimming pools of water annually

Verdant Technologies and Sobeys partner on iceless broccoli

Using multispectral cameras to determine oranges' suitability for various products

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Collecting apples for juice and pulp processing

McDonald’s french fry perfume is real
6.7% increase from the end of 2022

Brazilian orange juice stock levels see a rise

Customer shows Birds Eye veggie mix has very little broccoli

Softer sales for salad kits at retailer's deli counters

Critical shortage of tinned beetroot hits Australia

Fresh apples for processing – a new popular export product in Europe

Sector | Cooling

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To support food security in Lincolnshire

Magnavale Easton development approaches finish line

Launch of new refrigerated ocean transportation service utilizing electric field technology

MSC South Africa Inaugurates MEDLOG Cold Store Facility, revolutionizing trade dynamics in the region
Commercial value of reefer exports through Oakland topped $7 billion:

Port of Oakland remains preferred gateway for refrigerated export cargo in 2023

Maersk’s new integrated cold chain facility at Ruakura Superhub brings the Golden Triangle to life
Anton Viljoen, Stephan Antonowitz – Hexkoel

Beating the odds to get Hex grapes out into the world

Emergent Cold LatAm opens a new refrigerated warehouse in Panama

Sector | Food safety

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EU Commission first implementation report:

The relevance of combating Unfair Trading Practices and the need for further EU actions
Freshcare -

Industry input needed for Australian certification standards

New Zealand food safety recall on raw fruit juice

Enoki Mushrooms recalled due to possible Listeria monocytogenes contamination

FTI urges Thailand to scrutinize fruit and vegetable imports

US study says refrigeration reduces E. coli contamination in leafy greens

Westfalia Fruit trials technology targeting food safety and sustainability

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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Organic farming base favorably positions Turkish dried fruits and nuts in the global market

Leading pecan companies announce collaboration to elevate the pecan to new heights

The Chilean prune industry must continue to focus on China, without neglecting traditional markets

Asia and Europe are key markets for California pistachios and almonds

UK suspends tariffs on all raw almonds - beginning April 11
US exported more of its tree nuts than other major producers

Global trade of tree nuts has increased by 14 times in value since 2001

Macadamia nut prices rebound worldwide

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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Parkside introduces recyclable lidding film in the UK

Concerns raised over new EU packaging rules

New EU rules to reduce, reuse and recycle packaging

Sysco is driving more eco-friendly products and innovative solutions to reduce plastic and packaging waste

ExxonMobil and Constantia Flexibles develop recyclable freezer film in Poland

Launch of new packaging solutions

White paper outlines new technology solution in PE cling film

Sector | Retail

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Sainsbury’s offers free herbs and spices to increase diversity in diets

Kroger and Disney exploring streaming service offering

7-Eleven Japan gets smart advertising
Dreamstime
Lidl GB plans to open hundreds of new stores across the country

Jumbo opens “Europe's largest mechanized food distribution center”
Dreamstime
Jerónimo Martins has reported a bigger than expected drop in Q1 net profit

TommyTomato has secured €1.9mln to get 50,000+ children to eat a vegetable lunch this year
Dreamstime
Hungary's government plans to sue Austrian supermarket chain Spar for defamation

Casino said its first-quarter sales remained negative
Dreamstime
Sainsbury's forecast strong profit growth in its new financial year

The HelloFresh Group delivered its highest ever quarterly revenue

Sector | Global Market

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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANGOES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ORANGES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW SWEET POTATOES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW STRAWBERRIES

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Global market overview peppers

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW GINGER

Sector | Climate

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Study looks at challenges of climate change on potato production in Canada

Unprecedented floods in the United Arab Emirates destroy greenhouses

Dutch importers climate targets approved by science based targets initiative
New tool can help predict local risks from common plant problems

Exploring climate change impacts on plant disease risks in New Zealand

Australia might face unprecedented megadroughts
First public consultation -

Product Environmental Footprint Category Rules for fresh produce is now open

Impact of La Niña on Chilean agriculture: challenges and expectations

Sector | Cartoons

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Broccoli haircut is a hot trend

Carrot harvest uncovers ancient coin treasure

Garlic farmer's fury ignites wealth gap debate

Triathlon Triumph: racing with bananas

Peruvian farmer claims world's oldest man record at 124 years

Pilot tattoos favorite crop: courgette

Record for fastest marathon in fruit costume