Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exports to the EU experience significant growth

Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exports to the EU experience significant growth “The European Union has seen a considerable surge in the import of Vietnamese fruits and vegetables, with the export turnover rising from US$200 million in 2022 to US$399 million in 2023. This makes the EU the third largest consumer of these Vietnamese products. Businesses […]

“Hike in freight rates for containers to Rotterdam have gone up by around 3000 USD”

“Hike in freight rates for containers to Rotterdam have gone up by around 3000 USD” “Despite a challenging season, the export volumes for grapes from India are increasing, says Samir Singh, business promoter for Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods: “The harvesting of grape and packing operations are going on in full swing. Export volumes to […]

New Survey Data Show Online Grocery Shopping Prevalence and Frequency in the United States

New Survey Data Show Online Grocery Shopping Prevalence and Frequency in the United States “Since 2006, the USDA, Economic Research Service (ERS) has collected data on time use and eating patterns through the ERS-developed Eating and Health Module of the U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics’ American Time Use Survey (ATUS). This module […]

Here are the brands Canadians favoured in 2023, according to Numerator

Here are the brands Canadians favoured in 2023, according to Numerator “Generational and demographic shifts reflected in brand spending decisions, with private labels gaining traction Numerator, a data and tech company serving the market research space, has released its Brands to Watch 2024 report, looking at what brands are attracting Canadian food spending dollars. The study looks […]

Canal delays and the impact on global supply chains

Canal delays and the impact on global supply chains “While 2023 seemed to mark a degree of post-Covid normality, 2024 has started with a sharp reminder about how important supply chain resilience is. The wish is understandable. While 2023 seemed to mark a degree of post-COVID-19 normality, 2024 has started with a sharp reminder about […]

Significant growth in Colombian avocado exports in 2023

Significant growth in Colombian avocado exports in 2023 “Colombian exports of Hass avocados witnessed a substantial growth of 26.4% in 2023, with the Netherlands, Belgium, and the United States being the primary markets. The Colombian Corporation of Hass Avocado Producers and Exporters – Corpohass, reports a historic year for the industry in 2023, with record-breaking […]

Consumer Floral Purchasing for Valentine’s Day: Historical Trends and 2024 Market Projection

Consumer Floral Purchasing for Valentine’s Day: Historical Trends and 2024 Market Projection “Consumer Floral Purchasing for Valentine’s Day: Historical Trends and 2024 Market Projection Objectives. “The Bloom Show” presentation laid out five major objectives:  1) Gain an understanding of historical consumer floral purchasing trends for the Valentine’s Day holiday, 2) Know how Valentine’s Day floral […]

“Our focus for Tanzanian avocados now shifts to the European market”

“Our focus for Tanzanian avocados now shifts to the European market” “The Tanzanian peak export season for avocados is just around the corner, Irene Appolinary Undiri, sales representative at Tanzanian avocado exporter Kwanza Fresh, states: “The peak season for avocados in the southern region of Tanzania, where our pack house is situated, spans from February […]

Avocado ripening technology on display at Fruit Logistica

Avocado ripening technology on display at Fruit Logistica “At Fruit Logistica Berlin, Mission Produce, Inc. will showcase its exclusive ripening innovation, Mission Control, for ripe-and-ready avocados in the UK. Mission Control is ripe room technology that enables next-level precision for atmosphere-controlled ripening – achieving as much as a 38 percent improvement in quality consistency compared […]