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.
Watermelon juice production to resume in Tajikistan
In Khuroson region it is planned to set the production of rare drink.
As NIAT “Khovar” reporter has been informed by Saihuja Karimov, the first vice-chairman of Khuroson region, there is an agreement on allotment of 1327 hectares for “Force-Somon” Company from the Islamic Republic of Iran, for cultivating cotton and melons and gourds.
It is expected to create 700 new working places on the base with daily salary payment from 15 till 20 Somoni ($3.5 - $4.5). New pumps will be used for the soil watering.
In case of rich harvest of the melons and gourds, the production of watermelon juice will be set.
