Forestry Industry News Monitoring

ICE canola eases off

The ICE Futures canola market was posting small losses Friday morning, backing away from overnight gains after running into resistance. The nearby July contract traded above the psychological C$700 per tonne level in overnight trade, but failed to hold …

Daily AM Radio Show – April 25

Georgia apple exports up 650% in volume and value

Between August 1, 2024, and April 23, 2025, Georgia exported 17.2 thousand tons of apples, valued at $10.9 million, according to the Ministry of Environment and Agriculture. This represents an increase of 15.0 thousand tons, or 7.6 times, compared to the …

North Carolina strawberry yields strong despite disease concerns

In North Carolina, strawberry growers reported yields exceeding initial forecasts despite concerns over Neo-P, a fungal disease identified by the North Carolina Strawberry Association in 2022. In response, growers altered their plant sourcing strategies. …

New avocado packinghouse opens in Guatemala to boost exports

Mission Produce, Inc., a U.S.-based company involved in sourcing, producing, and distributing Hass avocados, has officially opened its new packinghouse in Guatemala. The facility is part of the company's strategy to expand its global sourcing network …

“Greek Victory crops are currently yielding 25–30 tons of strawberries per hectare”

Anna Ramioti & Vasilis Athanasopoulos, Greek team of El Pinar: During the first week of April, temperatures in the main Greek strawberry regions were slightly below average. However, the abundant sunshine and the increasing length of the days have …

Bomet farmers shift from maize to avocado

Ms. Grace Mutai, a farmer from Aonet village in Bomet County, Kenya, transitioned from maize to avocado farming after discovering its potential in the region. Initially, she faced challenges due to limited agronomic knowledge, with only two of her first …

Delayed harvest keeps potato prices high in Azerbaijan

Despite the onset of Azerbaijan's new potato harvest season, root vegetable prices remain elevated. Retail markets show a price range from 1.70 to 3 manats per kilogram (approximately $1.00 to $1.75), nearly double compared to the previous year. Early …

Drewry Container Index down 2% to $2,157 per 40ft box

World Container Index - 24 Apr The Drewry WCI composite index decreased 2% to $2,157 per 40ft container, 79% below the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021. However, the index was 52% higher than the average $1,420 in 2019 (pre-pandemic). …

Softer demand for import apples pushes back start date

The anticipated demand for imported apples looks to be less this year. "Except for Honeycrisp apples–Washington was short on Honeycrisp this year and we see movement on imports on that variety," says Tom Selfridge of Paramount Export Company. …

European apple prices reach €87/100 kg in early 2025

Between January and March 2025, apple prices across major European markets showed varied trends, with notable increases in some countries and stabilization in others. In Poland, prices rose steadily over the three months, reaching €69/100 kg in January …

Brazil aims to boost melon exports to China

Rio Grande do Norte, Brazil's largest melon producer and exporter, is advancing efforts to boost fruit and vegetable exports to China. This initiative aims to leverage the commercial potential and demand in the Asian market, especially from October to …

Record date sales for this year’s Ramadan

Following a proactive merchandising push ahead of Ramadan, Natural Delights® is celebrating unprecedented success in this year's sales season, showcasing the impact of culturally relevant marketing and well-executed themed retail displays. According to …

Brazil's fruit exports up 26% despite orange decline

Brazil's fruit export sector experienced a 26% increase in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in the previous year, according to data from the National Supply Company (Conab). The information was detailed in the 4th Bulletin of the …

"We haven't noticed any frost damage in our apple orchards"

Despite availability of Polish apples, the European markets aren't running very hot for them, as there are cheaper alternatives, says Jakub Krawczyk, export manager for Polish apple exporter Appolonia: "Apples are still available for export, …

“We were part of the first commercial planting of the Envy apple around 15 years ago"

The 2025 apple harvest is done and dusted at Willowford Alma Alta Orchard, the season has been very positive. Phil and Kirsty Greer grow apples on 30 hectares in Hawks Bay New Zealand, they grow Royal Gala, Jazz and Envy apples. "We were part of the …

Fruit and football groups launch youth sports project in South Africa

A newly built sports field and training programs have been inaugurated in Saron, South Africa, through a collaboration between fruit and vegetable brand SanLucar and the VfB Stuttgart football club's 'Brustring der Herzen' foundation. The …

Cherry season starting with a slight delay

This year's Spanish cherry campaign will start with a slight delay of around ten days. Extremadura will be the first region to start harvesting around May 10-15, according to the Fepex Committee, which recently held a meeting attended by heads of the …

"We hope that the market won't reject the bruised fruit that those of us affected by hail have managed to save"

Corbins was one of the municipalities in the Spanish province of Lleida affected by last week's hailstorm. The town, in the north of the Segrià region, recorded damage to various degrees, as the storm had lost some of its intensity. "In towns …

Tony Robbins & Dean Graziosi Present The Thrive In 2025 Event to Help People Reclaim Purpose & Rewrite Their Future

This powerful 3-day Thrive In 2025 Event is designed to help you rediscover your voice, unlock your potential, and create a life on your terms—starting now. PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, April 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tony Robbins and Dean …

Career Fair - Haven Treatment Center - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Haven Treatment Center invites job seekers to its Career Fair, taking place Monday, April 28, 2025, through Thursday, May 1, 2025, from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Attendees will have the …

Raising Orchid Kids Condemns Secretary Kennedy's Harmful Comments on Autistic Kids, Adults and Families

D.C. area coaches dedicated to supporting families of neurodivergent children speak out against RFK's inaccurate, misleading and harmful comments about autism. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Raising …

Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration - Vancouver, Washington

VANCOUVER, WA, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us at this event on May 2nd from 4:30pm-6:30pm for our Haven Treatment Center Community Celebration! Bring your children, families, and friends for a fantastic lineup of fun- …

Justice Department Announces Two Cases Involving Judicial Misconduct and Obstruction of Law Enforcement

The Justice Department today announced federal criminal charges in two separate cases involving the alleged obstruction of federal law enforcement operations and unlawful concealment of individuals residing illegally in the United States. “The allegations …

RINO Removal Project Launches Nationwide Effort to Promote Voter Engagement and GOP Candidate Accountability

New grassroots initiative launches state chapters, scoring system, and digital tools to boost primary voter turnout. LEXINGTON, KY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The RINO Removal Project (RRP) has launched a national campaign aimed …

Comer Announces Full Committee Markup on Budget Legislation for April 30

WASHINGTON—Today, House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform Chairman James Comer (R-Ky.) announced a markup will take place on Wednesday, April 30th at 10:00 a.m. ET to consider budget legislation to advance President Trump’s agenda to provide tax …

'Alan and the Rulers of the Air' MAY 2 RELEASE AMID LAWSUIT SURGE—THRILLER EXAMINES SPIRITUAL FORCES BEHIND ATTACKS

BMG-GLOBAL ANNOUNCES "Alan and the Rulers of the Air" MAY 2 RELEASE AS RELIGIOUS LIBERTY LAWSUITS SURGE NATIONWIDE—THRILLER EXAMINES FORCES BEHIND ATTACKS LOS ANGELES, AZ, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As debates around …

Eastern Shore Seniors Rally to Defend Social Security, Medicare; Urge Rep. Andy Harris to Protect Vital Programs

Local Seniors and Advocates Unite to Demand Protection for Earned Benefits Amid Ongoing Threats from Congress CAMBRIDGE, MD, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NOTE TO MEDIA: Visuals will include signs, seniors in motion with …

Shadow SEC Warns of Dangerous Cuts to SEC Budget and Staff

The SEC is facing cuts’ due to budget reductions, staff cuts, and a new Executive Order requiring all policy decisions to receive prior approval from the OMB. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In Deminor’s latest article …

Black Saber Group Making Big Strides

Black Saber Group showcased at Iridium Partner Conference 2025, established new partnerships, and have sold hundreds of E-Clips and E-Docks TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today Black Saber Group, a company focused …

Justice Department Corrects Past Administration’s Manipulation of Legal System that Sought to Force States to Provide ...

In a pair of filings today in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Georgia, the Justice Department undid the past administration’s abuse of the legal system that pushed an agenda driven by politics, not law. The Justice Department’s Civil …

Two Foreign Nationals Arrested in Serbia for Directing Interstate Stalking and Harassment Scheme Targeting Los Angeles-...

Yesterday, Serbian law enforcement authorities arrested two foreign nationals, Cui Guanghai, 43, of China, and John Miller, 63, of the United Kingdom, at the request of the United States. Today, the United States unsealed its criminal complaint alleging …

Armenian National Committee of America Calls on President Trump to Properly Recognize Armenian Genocide

Armenian Americans Reject Trump’s Re-Enforcement of Turkey’s Gag Rule; Call for Policy Reset to Counter Azerbaijan’s Genocidal Aggression WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Armenian National Committee of …

Higgins Urges ATF to Update Firearms Transaction Form to Protect Americans from Mistakenly Committing Felonies and ...

WASHINGTON—Subcommittee on Federal Law Enforcement Chairman Clay Higgins (R-La.) today is calling on the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) to make necessary updates to its firearms transactions record form (Form 4473) to protect …

DLNR News Release – TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF POLOLŪ TRAIL AND LOOKOUT ON MAY 3

  STATE OF HAWAIʻI KA MOKU ʻĀINA O HAWAIʻI   DEPARTMENT OF LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES KA ‘OIHANA KUMUWAIWAI ‘ĀINA        JOSH GREEN, M.D. GOVERNOR   DAWN CHANG CHAIRPERSON     TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF POLOLŪ TRAIL AND LOOKOUT MAY 3   FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

Steel Slag Market Outlook 2025: Impact of U.S. Tariffs and Trade Policies

Key companies covered in steel slag market report are ArcelorMittal, Nippon Steel Corporation, JFE Steel Corporation, Tata Steel, POSCO, Voestalpine Group. NY, UNITED STATES, April 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The global steel slag market size …

Maryland Man Indicted for Conspiring to Provide Material Support to Armed Separatist Fighters to Murder, Kidnap, and ...

A federal grand jury in Baltimore returned an indictment yesterday charging a Cameroonian national, Eric Tataw, also known as “the Garri Master,” 38, of Gaithersburg, Maryland, with conspiring to provide material support to armed separatist militias in …

Scalise to Lead Bipartisan House Delegation to Attend Funeral of Pope Francis

Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.), the highest ranking Catholic in the House of Representatives, announced he will be leading a bipartisan Congressional delegation of House Members to attend the funeral services of His Holiness Pope …

BCYF Draper Pool is Open!

Stop by the Open House on April 29 to learn about programming and meet the Pool Manager. BCYF Draper Pool in West Roxbury, closed for critical systems repairs, reopened on Wednesday, April 23. There will be an Open House on Tuesday, April 29, from 12:00 p. …