Exotic fruits

Farmers in Ukraine's Kherson region are increasingly turning to drought-tolerant and non-traditional crops as climate change, water shortages, and the impact of war reshape local agriculture. According to Ivan Morynskyi, dean of the Kherson State Agrarian and Economic University, growers are read more

Indian quick commerce platforms and general trade are now experiencing a steady demand for exotic fruits like Thai longans. However, tight shelf life and logistics challenges make container imports a calculated risk, according to Ashok Vardhan of CNAV Varadhi Imports and Exports Pvt. Ltd. "This was my first container," he added. read more

For the last 10 years, Fabio Alves has been working in commercial sales, and for the last couple of years, he has been managing the sale of exotic fruit via airfreight within the fresh produce industry. Now he has gone out on his own to bring fruit into the UK and Europe. His new company, based in the UK and Europe, is dedicated to importing and distributing exotic fruits. read more

In just one year, the numerous references to green avocados observed in March 2025 by IFN have practically disappeared: today the shelf is almost entirely composed of Hass avocados. This is a understandable choice, given the excellent taste characteristics of this variety. However, still no one. read more

When it comes to marketing exotic fruit in Europe, success may depend less on telling shoppers what they should eat and more on helping them to discover new tastes and finding enjoyment in food. That’s the view of Thierry Montange, senior marketing director for Europe and Africa at Fresh Del. read more

Kenyan avocado exporters are anxiously monitoring the situation in the Middle East, as disruptions in the Red Sea could greatly affect their access and competitiveness in global markets. Benard Mutai, the managing director of Afrisun Orchards, a company specializing in exotic fruits, is particularly concerned about the potential impact of these logistical challenges. read more

Egzotyczne owoce stały się stałym segmentem przez cały rok na Ukrainie, wspierane przez systematyczne importy. Mango, marakuja, pitahaya, liczi, papaja i rambutan są regularnie dostarczane, przy czym logistyka odgrywa decydującą rolę w jakości i cenach. Popyt jest generowany przez rosnące zainteresowanie zdrowym odżywianiem. read more

Will dragon fruit become the new avocado? Lorenza Ciccaroni of N&K in the Netherlands dares not say. This lesser-known exotic fruit is, however, certainly gaining popularity. "Many more people than ten years ago know what dragon fruit is," she notices. "Instead of a few pallets per week, we now" read more

Siam Fresh Market exports a variety of fruits and vegetables through sea freight and air freight to Europe, depending on the product type and shelf life. The company's main product is fresh ginger, which has established a structured and consistent program for several years. read more

Ali-Reza Mayer, CEO of TFC Holland, manages a worldwide supply chain for exotic fruits sourced from countries like Peru, South Africa, Vietnam, Brazil, and the Dominican Republic to European retailers. From the company's ripening facilities in Waddinxveen, he monitors a market that is "stable from my. read more

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F.lli Orsero is launching a special limited edition pack for Carnival, dedicated to its exotic fruit line, to create a colorful mask in a few simple steps and reuse the cardboard fruit containers. read more

Over the past two or three seasons, a "new" exotic fruit has taken the fresh produce market by storm: dates. New, not because it was unknown, but rather because it was ignored by the general public and non-specialist professionals. The date market was only really busy just before Ramadan, as read more

In southern Kazakhstan, in the Saryagash district, a local entrepreneur has successfully cultivated bananas and other tropical fruits in a 10-acre greenhouse, showcasing the region's potential for diverse agricultural production. read more

W południowym Kazachstanie, w okręgu Saryagash, lokalny przedsiębiorca z powodzeniem uprawia banany oraz inne owoce tropikalne w 10-akrowej szklarni, co dowodzi potencjału regionu do różnorodnej produkcji rolniczej. W szklarni obecnie uprawiane są banany gatunku Cavendish. read more

Star South is a company that trades in a wide variety of fruits, according to Johan van Niekerk, the director who works with over 650 producers. The company has a license to import Zespri kiwis into South Africa and also exports various exotic fruits. Additionally, the company is a major player in importing grapes. read more

The Marca fair in Bologna, which took place on January 14 and 15, was selected as the venue for the launch of a high-value-added product in the exotic fruits sector of national origin. On this occasion, Masseria Fruttirossi unveiled the prototype of the new raw and 100% Italian avocado pulp. Dario De Lisi, the read more

For the winter of 2026, F.lli Orsero launches the "Duetti": three exclusive kits to create something unique. A natural decoration, a fragrant herbal tea, or a spiced golden milk, each kit contains 2 exotic fruits, combining taste, creativity, and wellness. read more

Omer-Decugis & Cie, an international group specializing in fresh and exotic fruits and vegetables, and PrepWorld, a UK-based supplier of fresh-cut fruit, have established a strategic joint venture named PrepWorld France. read more

Nature's Pride, a European company specializing in exotic fruits and vegetables, has been at the forefront of advocating for responsible water usage in the areas where its products are cultivated. The company emphasizes the importance of collective efforts and collaborates with partners across the supply chain to make a positive impact… read more