Robots selling Fresh Del Monte bananas and pineapples to supermarket shoppers have made their second appearance within a two-week period, this time at an Intermarché store located on the outskirts of Paris, France. read more

It is a difficult time of the year for pineapples due to low demand towards the end of October. "The school holidays are over, and consumers tend to have less money to spend at the end of the month. This year, the school holidays fell later in the month, and fruit consumption naturally declined as a result." read more

On October 29th, the PINK LADY DAY took place, an event celebrating the Pink Lady apple involving the producer organization MINGUZZI SPA CONSORTILE from Alfonsine (RA) in its 9th edition. In fact, this event was established in 2017 and is renewed each year in a different location. read more

In Tsuruta Town, Aomori Prefecture, growers are creating eiri ringo, or designer apples, by wrapping unripe fruit in clear sheets printed with words and patterns. As the apples ripen and turn red, the covered areas remain pale, revealing intricate designs and messages on the skin. This creative practice combines agriculture with artistry, resulting in unique and visually stunning fruits. read more

Zasób ananasów nadal pozostaje ograniczony. „Związane z pogodą problemy w Kostaryce zakłóciły harmonogramy sadzenia i zbiorów, zmniejszyły ilości eksportu oraz spowodowały zróżnicowanie w wielkości i jakości. Przemysł nadal sygnalizuje ograniczoną dostępność na przełomie IV kwartału 2025 i I kwartału 2026.” read more

British Jazz apple growers have joined forces to celebrate 20 years of cultivating this branded variety. read more

The Innovation Hub Awards recognize products for innovation, sustainability, and market impact. Out of 50 entries, Tutti was selected as a new apple variety developed to thrive in warmer climates where traditional apples often struggle. It combines great eating quality with unique flavor notes. read more

W 2025 roku ceny ananasów w Rosji wzrosły o 16%, zgodnie z danymi ATOL zgłoszonymi przez kanał Telegram Shot. Gwałtowny wzrost był spowodowany wyższymi kosztami logistyki i sezonowymi wahaniami popytu. Ceny owoców zanotowały największy wzrost w październiku, z 7% wzrostem w ciągu miesiąca. read more

Mimo że jakość greckich jabłek jest solidna w tym roku, w tej sezonie będzie dostępnych mniejszych ilości - mówi Matoula Katsika, kierownik eksportu i sprzedaży greckiego eksportera owoców A.C. Kissavos: "Całkowita produkcja jabłek w UE jest nieco niższa w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem, głównie z powodu warunków pogodowych... read more

The Jammu and Kashmir Agriculture Production Department has announced plans to expand Controlled Atmosphere (CA) storage capacity across the Union Territory to meet the rising demand from apple growers and improve post-harvest management. This decision came in response to a question raised by a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA). read more

For quality pineapples, Surinamese growers are becoming less reliant on supplies from Costa Rica or Brazil. Pineapple cultivation is growing in the South American country. Amea is one of the companies that, with conviction and dedication, cultivates local varieties that are not only sweeter than the traditional ones. read more

Belgium is expected to be the leading producer of pears in Europe in 2025/26, as per the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecast predicts a production of 355,547 tonnes, marking a 32.17% increase compared to the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the primary pear-growing region in Europe. read more

Producers of tropical fruits on the Tropical Coast of Granada have reported a successful start to the 2025/26 harvest season. According to data provided to EFE by the Centre for Technical Assistance and Inspection of Foreign Trade (Soivre), exports of avocados, mangoes, and custard apples amounted to 1,709 tonnes. read more

Malaysia's agriculture and food security minister, Datuk Seri Mohamad Sabu, has reported that the country's pineapple exports have increased by over 100 per cent in the last six months, as stated in a report by Malaysian news site The Star. read more

Afghanistan's Ministry of Industry and Commerce has identified 15 key agricultural export products that together account for 71% of the country's total exports. These include dried figs, raisins, fresh and dried onions, tomatoes, apples, pistachios, almonds, pomegranates, saffron, cumin, and... read more

Preserving the quality of apples after harvest is a crucial challenge for the fruit and vegetable sector. During the storage and transportation of apples, maintaining crispness, flavor, and freshness is essential to ensure consumer satisfaction and reduce food waste. read more

Pomimo trudności związanych z warunkami pogodowymi, zbiory jednego eksportera zostały w większości uratowane - twierdzi Ruslan Jubîrcă, dyrektor mołdawskiego eksportera jabłek FructLine: "Sezon 2025 był pełen wyzwań i osiągnięć, które podkreślają odporność mołdawskich plantatorów owoców. read more