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
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New Zealand’s apples gaining ground in Taiwan
NZTE
Taiwan’s apple imports are forecast to remain relatively stable at 130,000 tons in the 2023/24 campaign.
Thu 23/11/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Progress in China-Malaysia durian negotiations
Nanyangtravel.com.my
Malaysia’s efforts to gain access to the Chinese market for its fresh durian exports appear to be reaping rewards, with further meetings between officials from both countries being held to […]
Wed 25/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Greenvic and Agrovision to team up in China
Blueberries consulting
Chile-based fruit exporter Greenvic and Agrovision China are set to enter into a strategic equity partnership. By joining forces, Greenvic and Agrovision China hope to significantly improve service to Chinese […]
Tue 24/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
First shipment of Chilean cherries land successfully in China
Garces Fruit
Chilean cherries arrived in China early this year, as harvesting was brought forward 11 days compared to last season. Juan Latife Muse, regional manager China and South East of Garces […]
Tue 24/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Guatemalan exports disrupted by protests
Cristina Avendaño-Fernando Chuy-ZUMAPRESS-Newscom
Guatemala’s produce exports are being delayed by political protests, following allegations of interference in the election victory of anticorruption candidate Bernardo Arevalo.
Mon 23/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Chilean peaches and apricots gain access to China
Chile Alimentos
Ties between Chile and China are strengthening, as testified by the news that China has granted access to Chilean peaches and apricots after the signing of a protocol in Beijing […]
Mon 23/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Mercabarna doubles produce exports in eight years
Mercabarna
The Barcelona wholesale market Mercabarna has seen its exports of fruit and vegetables double since it set up the Mercabarna-Export Cluster in 2013. In 2014, companies house within the market […]
Wed 18/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Positive outlook for table grapes
Eurofresh Distribution
Although global table grape exports dropped slightly last year, the prospects are positive for the industry, according to a recent report by Rabobank. It notes that supply countries dealing with […]
Thu 12/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
EU agri-food trade rebounds since May 2023
DG-Agri
After a slowdown in April, EU agri-food trade bounced back in May with an increase in both imports and exports. The increase in exports was greater than in imports allowing […]
Tue 10/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Germany remains largest market for Spanish fruit and vegetables
Edeka
In the first 6 months of 2023, Spanish exports of fresh fruits and vegetables to Germany were worth €2.88 billion, up 12% compared to the same period in 2022, according […]
Thu 05/10/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
Mercamadrid online now offers integrated logistics
Mercamadrid
The services available in Mercamadrid online are growing, with the incorporation of the first specialised logistics operator to the platform. This service connects purchasing companies and suppliers at Mercamadrid more […]
Tue 26/09/2023 by Richard Wilkinson
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