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Morocco projects another record blueberry crop for 2024-25

The main markets for Moroccan blueberries are Europe and the Middle East, however, the fruit also arrives in Asia and North America, offering high-quality varieties, adapted to the demands of international markets. 
December 11 , 2024

New Zealand apricots to land in markets worldwide

The Temptation Valley brand will market six varieties from the NZsummer series bred by New Zealand’s Plant & Food Research over some 20 years, as well as popular Kioto apricots and four premium cherry varieties for export and domestic markets.
December 11 , 2024

Peruvian mangoes continue to conquer international markets

Although the two main markets for Peruvian mangoes are the United States and Europe, strategic progress is also being made in other markets, such as Japan and the Middle East.
December 11 , 2024

Frutura rebrands all berry operations as Sun Belle

CEO David Krause referred to the decision as both "easy" and "natural," reflecting the brand’s deep-rooted awareness of customer and consumer needs alike. 
December 11 , 2024

Global apple market to grow $14.71 billion in four years

According to global market research company Technavio, the global apple market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.25% from 2024-28.
December 11 , 2024

Naturipe amplifies strawberry program

Driven by new investments in expanded acreage, cutting-edge growing techniques, and proprietary flavorful varieties, the company expects to quadruple its supply of premium greenhouse strawberries during the 2024-25 season
December 11 , 2024

The first "Cherry Express" with Chilean cherries has arrived in Hong Kong

The vessel set sail 21 days ago from the Port of Valparaíso in Chile on a direct route to China with a cargo of 900,000 boxes of Chilean cherries, equivalent to 4,500 tons of fruit. The first container was opened at the Guangzhou market.
December 11 , 2024

Growers "overwhelmingly" support Zespri's northern hemisphere expansion

Growers approved the allocation of up to 420 additional hectares of Zespri™ SunGold™ Kiwifruit per year over six years across Italy, France, Japan, South Korea, and Greece.
December 10 , 2024

Agronometrics in Charts: GTD Exclusive: How long will Peru’s blueberry supply peak last?

The Peruvian blueberry season has entered uncharted territory; export volumes are reaching heights we’ve never seen before. The question on everyone’s mind is: How long will this peak last, and can the global supply chain handle this surge?
December 10 , 2024

Millbank FX: Are you getting the support you need from your bank?

For food and produce businesses selling internationally, proactive support from banking partners is crucial in managing the complexities of currency exchange and international payments.
December 10 , 2024