A new study from the university builds on previous research that has found that flowering strips can reduce damage caused by pests (green apple aphids) by up to 32% in bad years. read more

During the current reporting week, the average price of apples from the Cox's orange group decreased to £1.36 per kilogram, down from the previous week's average of £1.45. This represents a weekly price drop of £0.09, or about 6%, based on the most recent data. Strawberries also... read more

The feared rosy apple aphid (dysaphis plantaginea) appears to be particularly aggressive this year. French apple and pear growers are making efforts to protect their crops from these attacks, but the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP) is already forecasting reduced yields for the upcoming season due to the pressure from aphids. read more

T&G Global has announced that it will open an office in Taiwan in June 2025 as a part of its larger strategy to increase its presence in Asia. With a population of 23 million and strong trade connections with New Zealand, Taiwan has become a crucial market for T&G's apple exports, especially its ENVY brand. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced that its Rubyglow pineapple was awarded Best Food Innovation at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025. read more

Crunchy, juicy, and refreshing, with a renewed and impactful visual identity, Joya® the Italian red apple continues to be the ideal choice for consumers looking for energy, pleasure, and daily well-being. read more

The night of April 27 to 28, 2025, posed challenges for Ukrainian fruit farmers, as highlighted by experts at EastFruit. This third wave of spring frosts impacted orchards that bloom later and are more frost-resistant, such as apple and pear trees. This event has raised concerns about the 2025 fruit harvest in Ukraine. read more

Sorma Group, a global leader in the design and production of integrated solutions for post-harvest handling of fruit and vegetables, will participate in Macfrut, the international trade fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector, from May 6 to 8 in Rimini, showcasing its high-performance technologies. read more

Planting perennial flower strips in apple orchards could save growers almost £3,000 per hectare a year by reducing the numbers of Rosy Apple Aphid (RAA). read more

In its second report on climate-related disclosures (CRD), the corporation highlighted significant strategic changes in response to climate risk, particularly in its apple production and export business, Mr. Apple. read more

The Australian apple industry is celebrating the signing of a new biosecurity protocol that allows Australian mainland apples to be exported to China. read more

This week, there are mixed trends in the imported apple market. New Zealand Gala apples have maintained a stable price with a slight increase compared to last week, while New Zealand Queen apples have experienced a price decrease of approximately 15%-20%. Some traders have noted that Gala apple prices have stabilized around $35. read more

EastFruit presents its weekly review of trading activity in the fruit and vegetable sector, based on monitoring its own trade platforms on Telegram. This analysis covers the latest trends in demand and supply, price changes for key items across different countries, and updates on technological advancements. read more

The night of April 27 to 28, 2025, presented significant challenges for Ukrainian fruit farmers, as reported by experts from EastFruit. This event marked the third wave of spring frosts, which, unlike the earlier ones, impacted even the later-blooming and more frost-resistant orchards, especially apple trees. read more

Technolgy plays a crucial role in ensuring quality and efficiency in the increasingly competitive agribusiness landscape. The Finnish company GRANLIDS APPEL has decided to invest in this progress, choosing the ICOEL-TOMRA technology for pre-grading and packing apples in their new warehouse. read more

Pineapple growers in Vazhakulam, Kerala, are optimistic about a successful harvest after receiving beneficial summer rains. The local market sends out around 1,500 metric tons of pineapples daily to various parts of India. Although the majority of sales are within the country, accounting for 98% of the market, there is a rising trend. read more