IPG NEWS
IPG looks to keep its customers, suppliers, and partners world-wide, all connected and in touch through its new IPG News Reports. This news source will highlight the most significant, relevant and day-day international trade and produce news stories.
We feel it’s very important to not only have a great understanding for our current market and country, but to maintain a worldly viewpoint and full understanding of all other markets and their effects on the fresh produce export/import industry. Please stay connected and informed through our news channel.
Plant-based Meat Alternatives: Perspectives On Consumer Demands And Future Directions
August 2, 2019
Consumer demands for plant-based products have increased in the past few years. According to reports published by the Plant Based Food Association (PBFA) sales from plant based food was higher than 3 billion in 2018. The high numbers reported shows a promising trend for plant-based meat companies. However the trend begs question are we in a meatless revolution? In this article, executives leading plant-based companies share insights on consumer demands over the past few years and future projections. "Consumer demand…
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South African Orange Prices Currently at a Low Level in China
July 25, 2019
“Oranges from South Africa became available in China in mid-June this year. The initial supply was limited, and the season started later than in previous years. At the moment, prices are quite low, with navels at about 120 yuan per 15kg unit and summer oranges at about 130 yuan, much lower than the range of over 200 yuan in the same period last year. This is mainly due to the fact that the orange seasons in Egypt, Spain, and America…
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Overview Global Avocado Market
July 25, 2019
The avocado market has changed a lot in Europe. While it is normally quieter in the summer, this is not the case now due to a shortage of the fruit. The lack of avocados on the European market is a consequence of the situation in the United States. Due to the favorable prices, a lot of the exports from Peru and Mexico are going to the US instead of to Europe. Currently, Peru, Mexico and South Africa are the countries…
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Strawberry Supplies from California Improving
July 25, 2019
Supplies of strawberries from California are improving after a period of stagnant production. For the past month and a half, production has been hampered by rain, cooler weather and more recently, hot weather. This resulted in growers struggling to maintain consistent volume especially of fruit that is suitable for shipping longer distances. However, this situation is now improving. "We've had extremely short supplies of strawberries for the past month and a half mainly due to weather," said Jay Carreon of…
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India’s Retail Landscape is Evolving
July 25, 2019
India’s rapid economic growth prompts retailers to rethink their relationship with consumers as new trends emerge. India has emerged as the second fastest growing major economy in the world and is expected to be one of the top three economic powers by 2025, according to a recent report released by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) agricultural service. Agricultural related imports grew by 10 per cent, from US$22bn in 2013 to US$25bn in 2018, with the market for imported…
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