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  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Frost damage affects potato fields in Ukraine, but farmers hope for recovery

    Unseasonal May frosts have damaged potato crops in Ukraine's Rivne region. According to local farmers, even crops covered with agrotextile were not fully protected, with leaves turning black due to freezing temperatures. "The situation with the …

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  • Published on May 20, 2025

    SEPC announces 2025 member scholarship recipients

    The Southeast Produce Council is pleased to announce this year's SEPC Member Scholarship recipients. They are proud to award 41 scholarships ($61,500) in 2025 thanks to the dedication of their members. Scholarships are awarded to applicants who meet …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Uncertainty grows over SA–US shipping route

    Freight forwarders in South Africa are facing uncertainty over the future of direct weekly sailings to the U.S., known as the American Express (Amex) service. This service, a collaboration between Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), has been …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "Reducing vine tomato cultivation in favor of cucumbers and smaller tomatoes"

    Michael Bong on the start of the harvest in the greenhouse Since the beginning of April, the Bong farm in Bergheim in the Rhineland has been busy harvesting. "We started with rhubarb, which we grow on a total of 22 hectares. The quality and yields …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Tajikistan begins early cherry harvest with strong yields

    Tajikistan witnesses the onset of its early cherry harvest, with farmers noting a robust yield of large fruits. Current prices at local bazaars range from approximately US$1.10 to US$1.80 per kilogram, a reduction of about US$0.30 to US$0.45 compared to …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "With half of the water, we'll also get half of the production, higher prices and reduced employment"

    Murcia's agricultural sector isn't only dealing with unstable weather conditions, but also with competition from third countries, the need for the Tagus-Segura water transfer and the application of the Mar Menor Law. All these factors are turning …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Wholesale prices for Emilia-Romagna's early cherries range from €5 to €10 per kilo

    An overview of the situation with a producer The cherry harvest began a few days ago in Cesena's hills, starting with the earliest varieties. According to price lists published by the Bologna market organization, wholesale prices range from €5 to €10 …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    British Tomato Fortnight returns for 2025

    British Tomato Fortnight (BTF) is back for the 2025 season, shining a well-deserved spotlight on the exceptional quality, delicious taste, and versatility of British-grown tomatoes. This year, the campaign peaks between the 2nd and 15th of June, rallying …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "Packaging also directly affects brand reliability and shelf performance"

    The upcoming stone fruit season will not be without its challenges, says Yagmur Ozbutun, Export Area Executive at Ser Pak Packaging: "The year 2025 has started with a globally challenging season for stone fruits such as apricots, peaches, and plums. …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Dutch group explores UK market for organic exports

    A delegation of Dutch producers and government representatives recently visited New Covent Garden Market in London to explore opportunities for expanding sales of Dutch organic produce in the UK. The visit forms part of the Netherlands' Action Plan for …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Almería to produce 631,000 tons of watermelon this season

    According to Ramón Fernández-Pacheco, the regional Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, 60 per cent of the strategic plan for Andalusia's greenhouse fruit and vegetable production has already been implemented. The plan, …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Turkey surpassed Spain in the value of cucumber production in 2023

    According to FAOSTAT data analyzed by Hortoinfo, in 2023, Turkey overtook Spain in cucumber sales. In 2021 and 2022, despite having a smaller harvest, the value of Spanish sales was higher. Values are expressed in U.S. dollars and were converted to euros …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Tunisia forecasts 2.8% rise in 2025 stone fruit harvest

    Preliminary estimates from the Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Fisheries indicate that Tunisia's 2025 summer stone fruit harvest is projected to reach 251,500 tons, reflecting a 2.8% increase from 244,700 tons in the previous season. …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Automated crate erector boosts production efficiency

    For Peka Kroef B.V. in Venray, the future of streamlined production has arrived. Thanks to the HS 1500 crate erecting machine from Reintjes Systems, the company has significantly enhanced its efficiency, speed, and reliability on the production line. The …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Mexican peppers pressure domestic bell pepper pricing

    The supply of green bell peppers out of Coachella, California is peaking right now. "However, it's not in a way that we have too much volume. We should just be stable with our volumes for the next two to three weeks and then we'll start seeing …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Banana suit, Jordan Maddocks reclaims marathon record

    2:33:19 Utah runner Jordan Maddocks reclaimed his Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon run in a fruit costume at the 2025 Boston Marathon. Dressed as a banana, Maddocks completed the race in 2:33:19, surpassing the previous record of 2:35:38 set …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Panama tries to prevent Chiquita's exit from Bocas del Toro

    The president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, wants to prevent Chiquita from closing its operations in Bocas del Toro at all costs, as the company's departure would affect more than 7,300 workers in the banana sector. "The current situation at Bocas …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "Mangoes are increasingly more well-known in the northern hemisphere, and this opens up new opportunities"

    "Fortunately, our weather conditions allow us to produce and harvest grapes throughout the 52 weeks of the year, supplying both the national market and destinations such as Europe and the United States," stated Nelson Filho, Ibacem's …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Rotterdam congestion hits Peruvian produce exports

    The Port of Rotterdam, a key entry point for perishable goods in Europe, faces congestion challenges, affecting transit times and impacting Southern Hemisphere exporters, including Peru. The delays at Rotterdam have direct implications for Peruvian exports …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral

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  • Published on May 20, 2025 - 14:59 GMT

    From Samantha Mostyn, Governor-General of the Commonwealth of Australia

    AZERBAIJAN, May 20 - 20 May 2025, 14:55 His Excellency Mr. Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Your Excellency, On the National Day of the Republic of Azerbaijan, I wish to convey to you, the Government and the people of Azerbaijan my …

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  • Published on May 20, 2025 - 23:15 GMT

    Shingles vaccine announcement

    CANADA, May 20 - Department - Any - 2011 Canada Games Affaires municipales Assemblée législative Bureau du Premier Ministre Comité de suivi des progrès Commission des pertes massives Croissance et du Développement Emergency Management Energy Gestion des …

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