Pear production in the European Union is expected to slightly increase in the 2025/26 season, but it still falls below the long-term average and is significantly below its maximum capacity, as reported by the World Apple & Pear Association. read more

The total area for strawberry cultivation decreased by more than 15% to 1,400 hectares during the same period. The cultivation area for berry fruits such as blackcurrants decreased following a peak in 2018. These figures come from the CBS. read more

Before Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, Fruitnet had an exclusive interview with Rijk Zwaan’s Natalie Nguyen - client specialist Asia, Friso Klok - area manager/client manager, and Xinyuan Ma - client manager chain, based in China, discussing the company's expanding influence in Asia. read more

In Italy, the supply of grapes is significantly increasing. In the main growing areas of Apulia, the harvests are following one another rapidly, which is increasing the availability of goods without creating market pressure. The demand remains high, both domestically and for export. The German market is particularly noteworthy. read more

La criadora de bayas española Berries del Oeste dice que su variedad insignia de fresa Arwen sigue ganando terreno en el Sur de Europa, habiendo demostrado una aceptación de mercado "excepcional".

The Spanish berry breeder Berries del Oeste says its flagship Arwen strawberry variety continues to gain traction in Southern Europe, having demonstrated "exceptional" market acceptance. read more

Kuehne+Nagel has announced an expansion of its partnership with ABB in Chile, a worldwide leader in electrification and automation technologies. The enhanced agreement will focus on providing solutions for contract logistics, specifically in last-mile transportation and fulfillment operations. read more

Produkcja jabłek w Unii Europejskiej ma pozostać stosunkowo niska na poziomie 10,46 mln ton, zgodnie z nowymi danymi prognozowymi ujawnionymi przez Światowe Stowarzyszenie Jabłek i Gruszek. read more