Pears

During the most recent reporting week, wholesale fruit prices in the UK displayed various trends, with some apple and pear categories experiencing price increases, while others saw decreases or remained unchanged. According to the latest data, Bramley's seedling apples were reported at an average price of read more

With Chinese New Year and Fruit Logistica approaching, it is a busy period for the Belgian Fruit Valley (BFV). Especially in a challenging pear season like the current one, this presents additional challenges. "We have observed that the pears are more fragile compared to the previous season. This read more

The domestic pear supply currently appears significantly different from this time last year when growers and shippers were dealing with a limited pear crop. "We have a good amount of Anjous and Bosc pears available for promotion this season," says Mac Riggan from Chelan Fresh. "We have a plentiful supply of large Boscs. read more

The second commercial crop of Australian-grown QTee pears has started to be harvested, and a significant increase in volumes is expected this season. read more

Ecuador, the world's leading banana exporter, is leading a regional initiative to genetically enhance the Cavendish variety to resist phytosanitary threats such as Fusarium Tropical Race 4 (R4T) and Moko. These diseases, which are widespread in Latin America, present significant risks to the banana industry. read more

The Eden Gold commercial campaign, featuring the exclusive snack pear from Greenyard Fresh Italy, is reaching its final stages. This season marks a clear turning point for the project, as described by Roldano Calzolari, Manager of Greenyard Fresh Italy, in an interview with IFN. read more

With some changes in the fruit market currently underway, the shelves may have a slightly different appearance in terms of winter fruit availability in the coming weeks. The team at Procacci Brothers offers insight into what may be on the horizon. Regarding citrus supply, specifically navels, smaller sizes are read more

The volumes of temperature-sensitive, or reefer, exports from South Africa have been steadily increasing over the past five years, as reported by the shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company. The primary growth has been driven by exports to Europe, particularly due to products like citrus, table grapes, apples, and pears. read more

The Bioeconomy Science Institute will participate in Fruit Logistica in Berlin with its new organizational structure, making its debut appearance since the institute was officially established in July 2025, while maintaining a longstanding presence at the trade fair through its predecessor. read more

W grudniu 2025 roku, akcje francuskich jabłek i gruszek były wyższe niż w 2024 roku, podobnie jak eksport. Ceny producentów jednak spadły. Ceny jabłek były niższe niż w 2024 roku. Pod koniec grudnia 2025 roku francuskie zapasy jabłek były o 4% wyższe niż w zeszłym roku (i o 11% wyższe niż średnia z ostatnich. read more

Pierwsze południowoafrykańskie gruszki dla OV Fruit wracają w drodze wodnej. Importer otrzyma pełny asortyment gruszek z RPA w tym sezonie, w tym odmiany Williams BC, Williams BC blushed, Sempre, Rosemarie, Vermont Beauty, Forelle, Cape Rose, Cheeky, Abate Fetel, Beurre Bosc. read more

After over 40 years in business with the same appearance for more than four decades, a rebranding process was initiated to more effectively communicate our story. "We are a cooperative owned by our farmers, who are the company's heart and soul, and we believe our logo and narrative should reflect that." read more

Belgian organic top fruit season is running remarkably parallel to the conventional season, says Gunther De Vadder of BelOrta. "With pears, there are some quality differences, and volumes are higher than in other years, but the biggest challenge is undoubtedly with apples. If we are not read more

The import season for stone fruit from Chile started in mid-December. It began with peaches and nectarines, and the first plums arrived in the U.S. in mid-January. "Due to favorable weather conditions, the season started about seven to ten days earlier than usual," said. read more

Preparations were underway and logistics were closely monitored late last week ahead of the storm that affected large parts of the U.S. over the weekend. "It appears that in much of the I-95 corridor, spanning from the Carolinas up north to Massachusetts and Maine, there's going to be... read more

The supply of blueberries from Chile continues to arrive, as it is currently the main growing region shipping fruit. We anticipate that the supply will start to decrease as we move into February. It appears that most of the fruit from Chile will be finished by the end of February, which is in two to four weeks. read more

India's blueberry market is now relying more on domestic supply as imports from Peru and Chile have dropped to nearly zero, according to Karan Parashar, Director of Exotic Imports Pvt. Ltd. Parashar mentioned that Peru has already completed 80% of its production, with only limited fruit left from mountain farms. Chile, on the other hand, primarily exports most of its berries to Europe. read more

Preparations were being made and logistics closely monitored late last week in anticipation of the storm that affected large parts of the U.S. over the weekend. "It appears that in many areas along the I-95 corridor, stretching from the Carolinas up north to Massachusetts and Maine, there will be..." read more

Rwanda has initiated a new export program with the goal of enhancing market access for agricultural exporters who are focusing on West and Central Africa. The initiative is being spearheaded by the National Agricultural Export Development Board and concentrates on the direct air transportation of locally grown fruits. read more

A South African supplier of apples and pears has been chosen to host a group of students from a branch of Harvard Business School located in Somerset West, in the Western Cape region. read more