Root vegetables
All the news and market analysis for worldwide root vegetable Industry, including root vegetable growers, root vegetable production, and the import and export of root vegetables.
Europäische Produktionsländer befürchten “Defizitkampagne” für Pfirsiche und Nektarinen
Noch auf der medFEL wurden die Schätzungen für die diesjährige Aprikosenernte veröffentlicht - diese finden Sie am Ende des Artikels verlinkt. Vier Wochen später traf sich die Expertenrunde der wichtigsten europäischen Produktionsländer erneut, um - diesmal komplett digital im Format “mardis de medFEL” als Nachtrag der französischen Messe in Perpignan ...
Biotalys and AgroFresh partner to protect fresh produce
Companies to jointly develop biological solutions to reduce food waste
Spikings takes COO and commercial role at three ag-tech businesses
Former Keelings, Greenvale and Greenyard exec will help accelerate the firms’ growth
Interpera 2025: Die europäische Birnen-Branche trifft sich in Belgien
Am 25. und 26. Juni trifft sich die Birnen-Branche in der belgischen Stadt Hasselt, um auf der Interpera aktuelle Themen zu diskutieren. Veranstaltet wird der Kongress von AREFLH und dem VBT (Verband der belgischen Gartenbaugenossenschaften).
”Ohne Klarheit über GAP-Haushalt drohen EU-Landwirtschaft und Ernährungssicherheit wie Kartenhaus zusammenzubrechen”
Am 20. Mai wurden in rund 20 EU-Mitgliedstaaten symbolische Aktionen organisiert, die in einer zentralen Mobilisierung gipfelten, die gemeinsam von FWA, Boerenbond und Copa-Cogeca in Brüssel am Rande der Konferenz der Europäischen Kommission zum EU-Haushalt organisiert wurde.
AVA berry varieties show way for Angus
Premium berry varieties like AVA Magnum and AVA Monet aim not just for outstanding taste but also improved shelf life, according to Angus Soft Fruits, making them ideal for export to the Gulf and Asia
DKHV: “Kartoffel.Kosmos.Kultur.” Eine digitale Reise zum 2. Internationalen Tag der Kartoffel
Zum 2. Internationalen Tag der Kartoffel am 30. Mai 2025 starten der Deutsche Kartoffelhandelsverband (DKHV) und die Union der Deutschen Kartoffelwirtschaft (UNIKA) eine siebenteilige LinkedIn-Serie mit dem Titel: „Kartoffel.Kosmos.Kultur. – Geschichten aus dem Kartoffel-Universum“.
South African eyes are focused on Washington
Uncertainty remains as South African citrus growers gear up for conventional shipments to the US
Potato growers urged to be vigilant as beetle re-enters UK
Colorado beetle is described as ‘major threat to potato crops’ following confirmed sightings in Kent and suspected hitchhiking on imported produce
The Greenery targets €1.5bn sales through BelOrta partnership
CEO David Markowski tells Eurofruit why strategic alliance with Belgian group is so important in today’s market
UK supermarkets announce 15p Christmas veg deals
Five of UK’s top grocers announce deep promotions on festive veg lines in week before Christmas Day
North Carolina eyes sweet potato export growth in Europe
The North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission is ramping up production for the UK and other European markets for 2025
Promising carrot season in Egypt a boost for global markets
Egypt has emerged as a significant player in the global carrot market, becoming the third largest supplier of carrots to the EU in 2022/23, according to Khaled Alhabouny, operations director at Alhabouny Group
Janine Luten to step down as head of GroentenFruit Huis
Dutch trade association reveals director of public affairs Richard Schouten will take over as its new general manager
Dole launches organics range in Ireland
Company says it wants to give organic fruit and vegetables broader appeal and bring them into the mainstream market
Pairwise and IITA use Gates Foundation grant to develop new yam varieties
Yam is sub-Saharan Africa’s second most-important root and tuber crop after cassave, with an annual production of around 75mn tonnes
Huntapac becomes LEAF’s 41st Demonstration Farm
Vegetable producer chosen for its “long-standing commitment to innovative, climate-positive approaches across its entire operation”
UK beetroot to enter US market after NFU campaigning
Exports will be worth approximately £150,000 a year, according to Defra estimates
Statistics Handbook highlights growth in intra-Asia trade
Asiafruit Statistics Handbook 2024 underlines how China’s surging demand for tropical fruit is driving the intra-Asia trade
Carrefour sees veg sales rise after meal kit merchandising trial
Trial with Ghent University suggests placement of vegetable packs alongside plant-based protein and recipes can inspire more shoppers
Floods return to haunt Italy’s fresh produce industry
Sixteen months on from the flooding that devastated vast swathes of northern Italy, rainfall dropped by Cyclone Boris has hampered the country’s fruit and veg production
Egypt emerges as top sweet potato supplier to Poland
Eastern European country’s sweet potato imports have more than doubled in the past five years, according to East Fruit
Italian cooperative Patfruit opens new fresh-cut veg facility
Naturitalia member says it has identified growing market demand for pre-prepared products within Italy’s catering sector
Australia secures trade deal with the UAE in boost for produce exporters
Under the new agreement 99 per cent of Australian products will enter the UAE tariff free
Sakata to present new varieties
The group’s Field Days in the Netherlands will see a wide range of products on display, with a particularly strong spinach offering
TikTok craze boosts sales of retro swedes
Vegetable receives an unexpected boost after hack shows quick way to prepare a healthy meal
North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission eyes UK market growth
Michelle Grainger of the North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission tells Fred Searle about the organisation’s latest efforts to boost sales in Britain
Kalfresh supports healthy eating campaign to promote consumption
Queensland carrot grower targets families with lunchbox-friendly snack range of pre-cut and shredded carrots
Tozer develops non-GMO climate-resistant seeds
The company is working on new varieties adapted to high temperatures in the celery, coriander and leek segments
Scotty Brand launches beetroot crisps
Albert Bartlett’s Scottish produce brand enters Scotland’s snacking category with beetroot crisps