In 2012, Russia continues to be the main destination outside the EU for the Spanish exports of fruit and vegetables. In February, shipments grew 50% regarding the same months of 2011, adding up to 47,362 tons.
A group of entrepreneurs began to reconstruct the canning factory in Volgograd region. The plant will produce purees, eggs, sauces, jams, pickled vegetables and salads
Russian Union of Juice Producers informed that in 2011 juices that are produced in Russia occupy 98% of the market, at the same time the consumption of juices increased.
Forecasts announced pears harvests in decline from 10 to 15% in the North Hemisphere.
In the United States, these forecasts are confirmed. In Washington, which produces most pears in the United States, the harvests began, first with the variety Starkrimson, then Bartlett who will be harvested until October.
According to producers, quality and size of fruits are rather good. But the production will be lower than that of the last year. Pear Bureau Northwest plans a harvest of 17.9 million boxes that is a decline of 11%.
With this lower offer, producers consider that prices will remain stable.
