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NewsGlobal seed sector gathers in Istanbul
World Seed Congress takes place this week amid ongoing trade discussions that threaten seed availability and food security
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NewsSakata opens new research centre in Antalya
The facility will strengthen the company’s cucumber, tomato and pepper research programmes
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NewsAsia’s largest wholesale market bans Turkish apples
Azadpur market chairman confirms blockade in response to “current circumstances” surrounding India-Pakistan conflict
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FeaturesTurkey reels from unprecedented chill
Three severe bouts of frost have had a major impact on volumes of various Turkish crops this spring, as temperatures plunged across large parts of the country, with cherries and apricots two of the worst affected
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NewsEuropean apricot volumes to return to normal after bumper 2024 crop
Hail in Italy and Greece set to bring down volume in 2025, but French production expected to return to 2019-23 average after slump last year
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NewsDubai chocolate has not caused a pistachio shortage, say experts
There is no lack of supply, say sources, who point to higher production in Turkey and Iran, and a much bigger overall crop worldwide
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NewsTurkish crops hit by severe frost
Turkish authorities are calling it one of the worst cold spells in the country’s recent history, with crops including stonefruit, apples, grapes, vegetables and nuts all badly impacted
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NewsTurkish stonefruit battles through cold spell
Turkish exporters anticipate a good cherry season despite an untimely bout of frost across various stonefruit regions, which has hit apricot and cherry production in some areas
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NewsCold prompts Turkey to halt lemon exports
A temporary ban on Turkish lemon exports was set to be introduced this week following the impact of a cold snap, but a postponement until 15 May was announced by authorities
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NewsComing soon: FPJ Mediterranean Special
FPJ’s Mediterranean Special explores the big challenges and opportunities facing suppliers in the region, including climate change and new varieties
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NewsTurkey’s Alanar shifts focus to own stonefruit production
Turkish grower-exporter Alanar has announced its decision to export only its own production of cherries, apricots and figs in order to prioritise quality and control, as well as reducing the financial risk
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PromotionComing soon: Eurofruit Mediterranean Edition
Special edition to be distributed at Macfrut, Freskon and Medfel features region’s leading suppliers
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NewsBASF launches precision farming tool for fresh produce
The ‘Xarvio Field Manager for Fruits & Veggies’ will first be made available to grape growers in 2025, following BASF’s acquisition of Italian agritech firm Horta in 2022
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NewsJapan’s fruit import volumes remain flat but hit record value
Total fruit imports stay below ten-year average in 2024, but reach record value due to weak yen
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NewsCost and climate reduce crop variety across Turkey
High costs and climate change are driving many fruit and vegetable growers in Turkey to switch to wheat and corn, which are increasingly viewed as a safer option
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NewsRussian imports rise, as exports to EU plummet
Exports of Russian fruit and vegetables to the EU fell by nearly threefold in 2024 compared to 2023, while vegetable imports into Russia increased by 10 per cent
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NewsTurkey’s Alya Fruits committed to top service
In the face of today’s plethora of challenges, Turkish exporter Alya Fruits continues to be focused on quality, innovation and expanding its global reach, says CEO Ceyhun Gündüz
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NewsLogistics and high costs the big issues for Turkish exporters
Air-flown products like figs have been a hit for Turkish exporters this past season, while issues in the Red Sea and high costs continue to hamper shipments by sea
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NewsTurkish exports head up despite changing climate
Turkish producers of apples, pears and grapes are noticing the impact of climate change, according to the latest report from the Foreign Agricultural Service of the USDA, but exports remain strong
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NewsWCO forecasts 8.73 per cent fall in Northern Hemisphere citrus volumes
Total EU, non-EU Mediterranean and US volumes are all expected to drop in 2024/25