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Date: 19th December 2024
As of the end of November, the total U.S. pistachio crop for the year has reached 1.109 billion pounds (502 million metric tons). This volume aligns closely with industry expectations based on the crop estimates released earlier in March and April of this year. Crop Quality and Characteristics The overall quality of the 2024 pistachio crop […]
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Date: 18th December 2024
According to the November Position Report, California almond handlers shipped 271 million pounds in November, marking a 13.9% YoY increase and the highest monthly shipment volume since March 2022. Cumulatively, shipments for the first four months of the crop year are nearly flat, down just 0.4% YoY. November's growth was driven by export markets, which saw a […]
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Date: 16th December 2024
Indian sesame seed farmers have made significant progress this season, harvesting approximately 80% of their crop. The Kharif harvest is projected to yield between 140,000 and 150,000 metric tons. This reflects a reasonable output given the challenges faced during the growing season. Early in the cycle, favourable conditions had raised hopes for an even higher […]
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Date: 13th December 2024
Although not the largest player in the game, the European Union has always been a net pea exporter. In the past few years, however, rising domestic consumption and a fall in production led it to become a key market for Russian peas. Exports peaked when demand from the Indian subcontinent was high but once India […]
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Date: 13th December 2024
When it comes to Christmas, this small tart berry has become an enduring symbol of the holiday season, gracing tables and sparking joy with its festive flair. But what is it about cranberries that ties them so closely to Christmas? Cranberries are native to North America and have been a part of winter feasts for […]
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Date: 11th December 2024
The outlook for the 2024/25 California walnuts crop has become clearer, with production estimated at approximately 600,000 inshell tons. This figure is lower than most industry stakeholders had anticipated, leading many packers to sell more of their inventory than planned and contributing to a rise in prices. For growers, these higher prices are a welcome […]
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Date: 10th December 2024
Turkish Vine Fruit is entering a crucial period as we edge towards South African fruit being harvested in Q1 2025. The reason South Africa is so key is that almost all major users in the UK, which is the largest country of buyers of Vine Fruit in the world, are holding off booking Turkish material […]
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Date: 5th December 2024
The 2024 season was marked by more confidence, stability and sustainability in the macadamia market. Inventories quickly ran empty as the market sought to secure supply before volumes were committed, as carry-in stock or excess volumes were not available like in previous years. Major processors in various regions end the year on depleted stocks. Interest […]
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Date: 27th November 2024
Last week, we received some unexpected news from the Philippines coconut industry. Franklin Baker, one of the world's oldest and largest producers, has ceased operations at all three of its factories - at least temporarily. For years, Franklin Baker has reportedly been seeking potential buyers or investors, though with limited success so far. While official […]
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Date: 21st November 2024
Prunes this season appears to be progressing more rapidly than in previous years, driven by a larger available supply from the 2023 season and robust demand from China. Chile has increased its proportion of unpitted prune exports by 3% compared to pitted prunes as of week 34. The trend of rising unpitted prune exports has […]
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