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The Belgian apple industry has recently achieved a significant trade milestone by gaining access to the Chinese market. read more

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Sources in Poland's apple juice sector anticipate a decrease in apple production during the 2026/27 season due to late-April frosts in the country's primary growing areas. Market participants, as reported by Expana, are uncertain about the extent of the damage because of conflicting information regarding the bloom stages. read more

The U.S. Apple Association hosted its annual 2025-2026 webinar to review the season, providing insights on crop estimates, exports, and other related topics. The session was led by Christopher Gerlach, Vice President of Insights at the U.S. Apple Association. read more

Fruit prices on the UK market displayed a variety of changes this week, with a decrease in strawberry prices balanced by rises in multiple apple varieties and asparagus. Strawberries saw the biggest drop in prices among the items listed. The average price went down from £7.54 to £6.60 per kilogram. read more

Belgian apples will now have access to the Chinese market after the phytosanitary export protocol was signed between the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FASFC) and China's General Administration of Customs (GACC). This agreement was finalized during a working visit by the. read more

In Kenya, there is a growing investment in cold chain infrastructure as the country grapples with significant post-harvest losses in its horticulture supply chains. A 2025 study conducted by the World Resources Institute Africa revealed that food loss and waste in Kenya amount to around KES 72 billion (US$578 million)… read more

Apple and pear stocks in the UK are decreasing as planned to make way for the transition to Southern Hemisphere arrivals during the summer months. "While the remaining UK fruit has generally been well-preserved in storage, this year's campaign has presented challenges, especially when compared to the past few years, where... read more

Custard apple growers in India are increasing production through hybrid varieties, closer planting systems, and pulp processing aimed at export markets. In Karnataka's Kolar district, grower Ashoka Shivareddy shifted from traditional farming to custard apple production in 2018, selecting read more

South Africa recorded agricultural exports valued at US$3.7 billion in the first quarter of 2026, an increase of 11 per cent year-on-year, supported by higher export volumes and improved commodity prices. Leading export categories included fresh produce products such as grapes, apples, and. read more

Taiwan's mango pineapple, also known as Tainung No. 23, has entered the New Zealand market, according to CNA. The pineapple variety is known for its mango-like aroma and was introduced during a promotional event held in Auckland. Taiwanese representatives in Auckland organized a banquet to. read more

Argentina recorded a trade surplus of US$2.711 billion in April, according to the Argentine Trade Exchange report from Indec. It was the country's 29th consecutive monthly trade surplus. Exports reached a record US$8.914 billion during the month, up 33.6 per cent year-on-year. read more

More than a century after the Apted family first started cultivating fruit in the north of Melbourne, their family-owned orchard still produces a variety of apples and pears. Packhams, Beurre Bosc, and Winter Nelis are all key components of the orchard's pear selection. However, as expenses increase and seasonal conditions fluctuate,... read more

One of the most anticipated events in the international apple industry is coming back. On the occasion of the 14th edition of Interpoma, the only international trade show dedicated to apples, scheduled from November 25th to 27th, 2026 at Fiera Bolzano, the nominations for the Interpoma Award are officially open. read more