Extreme weather hitting global fruit markets
iStock
A recent Rabobank report on the global fresh produce industry highlights the rising quality expectations for berries and the impact of extreme weather conditions.
Thu 30/11/2023
Produce
Record year for exports of Peruvian grapes expected
Adex
Peru’s 2023/24 (Oct-Sep) grape crop is forecast to reach 775,500 tons, an increase of 1% compared to the previous year. According to the latest USDA report, domestic consumption of fresh […]
Thu 30/11/2023
Record number of rejections of South African citrus for ‘Black spot’
eComercio Agraro
As of the end of October, 51 South African consignments of oranges affected by the Citrus Black Spot fungus have been detected, the highest ever number. What’s more, of the […]
Thu 30/11/2023
Zespri looks forward to record kiwi campaign
Zespri International
In Zespri’s November forecast for the 2023/24 season, the kiwi specialist reports record prices for green, organic green and RubyRed, with SunGold varieties.
Wed 29/11/2023
Pears to take centre stage on World Pear Day
World Pear Day
This year’s World Pear Day on December 3rd will offer consumers around the globe the chance to celebrate with pears with live chef demos of new pear recipes and a […]
Wed 29/11/2023
South Africa’s grape crop to rise by 8%
Exsa
Despite industry consolidation resulting in limited expansion, South Africa’s deciduous fruit production is expected to grow marginally as plantings come into production.
Wed 29/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Chile’s avocado exports up by 25%
Mundo Agro
Chilean producers expect a bumper avocado crop in 2023/24, due to favourable climatic conditions and abundant rainfall in the winter. FAS/Santiago estimates that avocado production will total 200,000 tons, a […]
Tue 28/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Morocco suffering 20% loss of tomato crop due to ToBRFV
Morocco World News
The ToBRFV virus is a global problem for the tomato sector. In Morocco, losses of this year’s crop are estimated at between 15 and 20% of production due to the […]
Tue 28/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Samboa: harvesting success with sweetness, crunch, and juiciness
Rivoira
Samboa, the new sensation in the world of apples has arrived – delighting palates with its exquisite qualities. Available all year round, this fruit offer three selective Brazilian varieties: Luiza, […]
Mon 27/11/2023
Another bumper year for Mexican apples
Mexico News Daily
Mexico’s 2023/24 deciduous fruit production is projected to remain stable from last season.
Mon 27/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Chile prepares for larger grape crop
ASOEX
In 2023/24, FAS Santiago estimates table grape production will increase by 13.6 percent to 740,000 tons due to abundant rainfall and high yields.
Mon 27/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Success in the implementation of the Victory variety thanks to its rusticity
El Pinar
Rusticity is already a determining factor for the strawberry sector, marking the future and viability of a crop that faces higher temperatures every year during the planting phase
Fri 24/11/2023 by El Pinar
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