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In a playful PR stunt, Domino's Pizza carried its controversial "Pizza Waikiki", the Hawaiian pizza topped with pineapple, through the Vatican's Porta Santa, hoping to cleanse it of its "culinary sin." The symbolic walk through the Holy Door, which opens only once every 25 years, was meant to. read more

Belgium is projected to be the top European producer of pears in 2025/2026, as reported by the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecasted production is 355,547 tonnes, which is a 32.17% increase from the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the leading pear-growing region in Europe. read more

W ciągu ostatnich miesięcy Panama wzmocniła eksport ananasów na rynki Stanów Zjednoczonych i Kanady, korzystając z malejącego podaży z Kostaryki. Danis Santana, dyrektor generalny Panama Squash Co., wyjaśnia, że "w ciągu ostatnich dwóch lat krajowa produkcja wzrosła o około 30". read more

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