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Pineapple supply from the Philippines developed a shortage

After three weeks of competitive purchasing, the Chinese pineapple market returns to normal

Data from the General Administration of Customs China (GACC) shows that the temporary prohibition on Taiwanese pineapple import stimulated market demand for Jinzuan pineapples…

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Dole and McDonald's launching fat-free golden pineapple sorbet in China

On April 21, Dole, an international fruit brand, and McDonald's China jointly launched a new product for the early summer market - Golden Pineapple Sorbet, adding a zero-fat…

Japan is currently the largest export market for Taiwanese pineapples

China officially halted the import of Taiwanese pineapples on the first of March. That is now almost two months ago. In this period Taiwanese pineapple farmers…

High air and sea freight rates persisting in international shipping

This year, air and sea freight rates have skyrocketed, containers are in short supply, and cabin space is hard to find. Congestion in European and American…

Second Covid wave hits India hard

Flight cancellations affect Kerala fruit and vegetable exports to Gulf States

Fruits and vegetable exports from Kerala to its markets in the Gulf have been affected in a big way due to the cancellation of international flights in view of the second wave…

New ethylene generator for narrow ripening rooms launched

Last month, Catalytic Generators expanded its collection of ethylene ripeners by launching a new type called Auto-Ripe® Generator 2021. “We recognized the need for…

Monkey selling vegetables goes viral

A recent video of a monkey 'selling vegetables' has gone viral, bringing a smile to many faces all over the world. In the video, that is doing the rounds on…

Saudi Arabia bans fruit and vegetable imports from Lebanon

On Friday, Saudi Arabia announced an import ban on fruits and vegetables from Lebanon. The reason given was that the Saudi kingdom said shipments are being…

Watermelon sales up in Islamabad

The sales of watermelons have witnessed surge in Pakistan’s capital due to the high demand during the festival of Ramadan. Pakistan ranks 30th in global watermelon production, with…

Saudi vegetable traders accuse consumers over price increases

Saudi Arabian vegetable traders and wholesalers have blamed consumers for the price rises during the first days of Ramadan, as they say there has been a wave…

Special South Africa

Room for growth in the South African avocado sector

Over the last five years, The South African avocado sector harvested approximately 125,000 tons of avocados per annum. The area under commercial avocado…

Global Focus Machinery/Packaging

Graphic Packaging International adds innovative paperboard punnet To Sustainable ProducePack™ Portfolio

Fiber-based packaging leader Graphic Packaging International is pleased to announce the launch of its ProducePack™ Punnet, an innovative paperboard alternative to plastic…

Bid online for a complete drying line for mushrooms on behalf of Worlée Scelta!

Industrial Auctions is organising an online auction with a drying line for mushrooms, machines, and inventory for the food industry in Belfeld (NL). A total of three complete…

Approximately 25 percent hike in prices on Mexican mangoes

Mexican weather conditions during the growing season have left mango supplies slimmer and higher priced this year. “We have a grower in Michoacán (CASILDA brand) who did about…

Limoré now available in the United Arab Emirates

PGI lemons from Rocca Imperiale have landed in the United Arab Emirates thanks to the teamwork of producers from Rocca Imperiale and the Joinfruit PO in charge of…

Port of Antwerp

Slight growth in container throughput - strong quarter for breakbulk

Port of Antwerp holds its own in Q1, despite Brexit and Corona crisis

The total throughput of Port of Antwerp remained stable at 59,1 million metric tonnes compared with the same period last year. Despite the impact of the ongoing coronavirus…

Cosmic Crisp apple outlook for future growth

After a record-breaking sophomore year that is not over yet, Cosmic Crisp® apple’s growth trajectory indicates it will launch to the top of the apple chart in no time. Nielsen…

Tackling food waste with AI-driven technology

On Stop Food Waste Day (April 28), Afresh acknowledges the impact food waste has on our environment and communities and the company looks for ways to solve this enormous…

European Art Of Taste confirms the potential of Italian fruit and vegetables In China, Japan and Taiwan

The second year of The European Art of Taste, the project funded by the European Union to enhance knowledge of Italian fruit and vegetables in China, Japan and…

Australian grape exports hit by Chinese customs delays

Australian table grapes are troubled by delays in clearing Chinese ports. Growers and industry executives see this as another sign of worsening trade ties…

Fusarium TR4 fungus puts Ecuador on high alert

As the world’s number one banana exporter, Ecuador is on high alert for its vital crop as its neighbor Peru is grappling with an outbreak of a fungus deadly to…

Ever Given still held up in Suez waters amid legal battle

Although it has been several weeks since container ship ‘Ever Given’ ran aground in the Suez Canal, the troubles might just be beginning for the 26 Indian…

Gerard van den Anker, Matthijs Nijhoff respond to Rabobank's top fruit vision in webinar

"Quality, distinctive products can mean chances in the competitive top fruit market"

Last week, the Dutch bank Rabobank presented its top fruit vision during a webinar. The report was titled 'The top fruit sector in 2030: growing fruit cheaply is too…

Rene Tiggelman, Javala:

"Potato exports to Africa going better than onions"

The onion export market is quiet at the moment. "Spain is still buying a little. But that will probably be one of the last. There are still some onions going to Africa.…

University of Florida scientists investigate flood-proof peaches

Growers and University of Florida scientists are always concerned about flooding, as this can damage peach trees permanently and cause them to die. For…

Retail

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S Group: Sales in supermarket division up 6.1% in Q1

MD: 47 new supermarkets to open this year

Belarus: Eurotorg sees full-year revenue up 6.8%, despite 'challenging environment'Eutororg, Belarus's biggest retailer, has reported a 6.8% increase in revenue in full-year…

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