Apple Juice – World Markets & Trade (April 08)

Jan 4 2008 | Mexico | Annual Report
Apple production for MY 2007/08 is forecast at 580,000 MT, 3.6 % lower compared to MY 2006/07. Apple imports for MY 2007/08 are estimated at 200,000 MT despite the dumping duty for Red and Golden Delicious varieties from the United States. It is anticipated that the U.S. will remain the largest supplier of apples to the Mexican market.

Jan 10 2008 | New Zealand | NEW ZEALAND FRESH DECIDUOUS FRUIT REPORT

New Zealand apple production is forecast to fall nearly 5% in MY 2007/08, due primarily to severe frosts in the Hawkes Bay region. While area planted to apples is trending downward, industry sources report that many of the older trees are being replaced with more intensive plantings and more profitable varieties. New Zealand apple exports are forecast to fall 7.6% to 270,000 tonnes in MY 2007/08 continuing a downward trend after reaching a peak of 364,554 tonnes in MY 2003/04.

Jan 10 2008 | Slovakia | Annual Report
Slovak commercial apple production in 2007 dropped dramatically due to unexpected spring frosts. The frosts damaged nearly 90% of fruits in lower altitude places. As a result of the significantly reduced harvest this year, the prices of apples reached their peak and nearly doubled.

Jan 16 2008 | Greece | Annual
Following poor weather conditions during harvest, Greek production of apples is down. Likewise, exports have reduced and imports have increased. As expected, prices have increased with supply limitations.

Jan 18 2008 | United Kingdom | Annual

UK apple and pear production is experiencing something of a revival in response to strong consumer interest in buying local and seasonal produce. UK apple production in 2007 is expected to be 15% greater than in 2006, with pear production also up by 7%. These increases are partly due to greater demand for the product but are also a result of a bumper 2007 crop. Apple imports decreased by 1% by volume and increased 21% by value in marketing year 2006.

Feb 29 2008 | Israel | Apples
Israeli's domestic apple consumption in 2007 totaled nearly 118,000 tonnes, of which 2.3% was imported from the United States.