WAPA Southern Hemisphere and consolidated Northern Hemisphere crop forecast: Industry cautiously optimistic about 2018 campaign

14 February 2018

During the meeting, the consolidated crop forecasts for the forthcoming Southern Hemisphere apple and pear seasons (see tables below) were discussed and published. The forecasts are collected from industry associations in Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Chile, New Zealand and South Africa and showed that the 2018 apple Southern Hemisphere crop is expected to be stable compared to last year at 5.314.000 Tonnes. The pear crop, on the contrary, is expected to decrease by 15% to 1.117.000 Tonnes. Forecasted export figures for apple amount to 1.645.848 Tonnes, which reflects a stable situation compared to the 1.625.865 Tonnes of last year’s forecast. Pear export figures, however, are expected to drop to 569.349 Tonnes, compared to last year’s 670.082 Tonnes, which is a decrease of 15%. Overall the Southern Hemisphere season is due to start with 1 to 2 weeks of delay compared to the average.
Additionally, the figures of the 2017 EU Northern Hemisphere forecast were confirmed, with 9.190.000 Tonnes for apple and 2.208.000 Tonnes for pears. The US crop forecast was fixed at 4.500.000 Tonnes for apple and close to 600.000 Tonnes for pears. China crop forecast was fixed at 44.800.000 Tonnes. Overall, WAPA is cautiously optimistic about the current campaign, due to the low holdings and relatively good quality of the apples, which lead to good prices.
The meeting was concluded with a presentation and discussion about sustainable apple and pear production practices, the latest research and innovation activities, and promotion best practices of the members. The Association looks forward to continuing the cooperation in the future, and will convene again at the Prognosfruit Conference, which will be held in Warsaw from 8-10 August 2018.

Press materials: World Apple & Pear Association

PERU MEET UP to Spotlight Innovation and Trade Opportunities Between Latin America, Asia and beyond

24 July 2025

Latin America’s fresh produce suppliers connect with global buyers at two-day networking and knowledge-sharing event — trade visitor and sponsorship registration now open. ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA PERU MEET UP comes to Lima for the first time on 28-29 October 2025 to showcase Latin America’s fresh produce export offer to key buyers from Asia and around the world. »

Anuga FoodTec India and Anuga Select India 2025 to Drive the Future of South Asia’s Food & Beverage Industry

24 July 2025

South Asia’s most influential trade events for the food and beverage industry—Anuga FoodTec India and Anuga Select India—are set to take place from 20th to 22nd August 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. Organized by Koelnmesse India, the twin exhibitions will once again bring together the full spectrum of F&B technology, innovation, products, and supply solutions, offering an unparalleled platform for business networking and global collaboration. »

Open Days: in the field with Cora Seeds’ experts under the banner of varietal innovation

24 July 2025

From 28-30 July, Cora Seeds is bringing together Italian and international fresh produce professionals and the trade press for three days of networking and field visits in a programme that will explore new varieties and the opportunities and challenges facing the supply chain. The Open Days are a much-valued opportunity for Cora Seeds to meet with partners, share results and strengthen relationships. The 2025 edition will focus on innovation, a core value of the company’s philosophy. »