Between June 10 and 13, 2025, a shipment of fresh bananas from Ecuador weighing over 71 tons was destroyed in the control zone of the "Kyiv" Border Inspection Post. The reason: The fruit was deemed unfit for consumption according to Ukrainian food safety regulations. The bananas were first. read more

At yesterday's Interpera conference, experts in the pear industry discussed a range of common concerns for the future. The challenges to be faced are many, including difficulties related to labor, the need to adapt agricultural practices in the face of restrictions. read more

When Amanda Solliday started her academic journey in biology, she never imagined she would find herself digging in flower beds or delving into the intricate world of floral supply chains. However, today she is a doctoral candidate at the Cognitive Behavioral Lab, working towards making the floral industry more sustainable... read more

These emerging leaders from the Australian cherry industry have recently returned from an international study tour to Washington State, USA. During the tour, they had the opportunity to explore large-scale production systems and interact with international experts. The visit took place from May 28 to June 6 and was supported by funding from Hort Innovation. read more

Jake Linklater from the Nova Trust nursery, Nova Natives in Templeton, has been named the 2025 Young Plant Producer of the Year. This award, presented at the awards dinner in Christchurch, celebrates dedication and innovation in the plant production industry. The Young Plant Producer event. read more

Global shipping companies are taking legal action in Brazil to challenge competition rules that are preventing them from participating in the initial round of bidding for a new container terminal at the largest port in Latin America, scheduled for later this year. Danish shipping company Maersk has initiated the legal process. read more

The potato season is coming to an end in Cartagena, Spain, with positive outcomes in terms of quality, quantity, and pricing. Despite initial concerns about the impact of spring rains, the results have been satisfactory with smaller sizes but good overall results. read more

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The Moroccan avocado export campaign ended late this year due to a recurring issue in the industry: growers withholding harvests in anticipation of higher prices. This practice creates a tug-of-war between growers and exporters, prolonging the season. read more

Reemoon Technology Holdings Co., Ltd. niedawno zakończyło instalację wielofunkcyjnej czterokanałowej linii do sortowania borówek w Lepe, prowincja Huelva, Hiszpania, która oficjalnie rozpoczęła działalność w lutym 2025 roku. Zaprojektowana specjalnie do sortowania borówek, linia ta oferuje przetwarzanie. read more

Summer has arrived and Dole Italia - a leading company in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit - invites you to rediscover a simple and often underestimated daily gesture, that of hydration, which can be contributed to by consuming fresh fruit. read more

"We are currently harvesting various varieties of apricots for sale as fresh produce and for the production of processed goods. This will enable us to meet the production quota set by the companies in the consortium by the end of July. We have 35 hectares dedicated to apricot cultivation, but the volumes are lower than anticipated." read more

From January to April 2025, Kazakhstan imported 24.6 tons of raspberries and blackberries, costing about $567,000. The main supplier was the Netherlands with 16.1 tons, followed by Morocco (3.9 tons), China (2.6 tons), and Mexico (1 ton). Imports of currants and gooseberries grew 2.2 times. read more

Carbonated and energy drinks, packaged snacks, industrial cookies, and ready-to-heat meals: ultra-processed foods have now firmly entered the daily habits of millions of children worldwide, with spending on these products exceeding read more

Francois Rossouw Jr of Mooigezicht Estates in the Hex River Valley didn't anticipate that the 2024/2025 table grape season could improve any further. He has been amazed by the positive feedback he received after winning the top position in a competition for young farmers in the Western Cape, organized by Agri Western Cape. read more

Central Retail has announced a 1.38 billion USD expansion plan for Thailand and Vietnam. The largest retailer in Thailand, Central Retail Corporation (CRC), plans to invest over 45 billion THB (1.38 billion USD) by 2027 to grow its mainstream markets and drive growth in both countries. read more

Cédric Leite specializes in tomatoes at Mighirian Frères, located in Rungis. At the end of June, the wholesaler is choosing to highlight tomatoes from Brittany. "We are currently experiencing the peak of flavor for Brittany tomatoes. The weather has been ideal, warm but not too. read more

Spinach cultivation is currently undergoing a deep transformation in Italy. Changing the game are, on one hand, new agronomic needs and climate changes, and on the other hand, the emergence of increasingly aggressive plant diseases, such as downy mildew. read more

The new Greek table grape season has started in Crete in the past few days. The weather conditions have been favorable for the new crop, and the grapevines are showing promising potential. "Today, Thursday, the weather is quite warm, at 38 degrees Celsius, but this is not harmful to our grapes. read more

On June 17, Greenhouse Canada hosted its 30th annual Grower Day in St. Catharines, ON, welcoming over 250 industry professionals. Attendees and exhibitors came from various regions, including Ontario, Alberta, Quebec, New Brunswick, New York, and California – with some having just returned from GreenTech. read more