The experience of Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) at Macfrut in Rimini, which took place from May 6th to 8th, has ended positively. The Italian company specializing in research and experimentation with new varieties of strawberries and small fruits participated in the event this year within the Berry Area. read more

Today, FruitMasters officially opens the Smart Fruit Hub in Geldermalsen. This modern logistics and packaging center for fruit is considered unique in Europe due to its advanced systems for sorting, packaging, and logistics, all integrated into a closed and refrigerated supply chain. read more

W regionie Marchfeld na wschód od Wiednia teraz odetchnęli z ulgą po niedawnych burzach i gradobiciach w 18. tygodniu kalendarzowym. "Na szczęście udało nam się uniknąć większych szkód" - raportuje Manfred Harbich, producent owoców pestkowych i właściciel gospodarstwa owocowego o tej samej nazwie, z siedzibą w Raasdorfie. read more

The overseas organic citrus season is now starting. Lemons, mandarins, and grapefruit are already on their way, with the first South African oranges expected to arrive in weeks 25-26. To fill the gap, Eosta is providing Egyptian Valencia oranges. Despite the challenges related to citrus, the season is progressing well. read more

The pineapple sector in Costa Rica, which cultivates pineapples on nearly 50,000 hectares, along with the United Pineapple Growers Chamber (representing almost 35% of exports), is currently facing a situation of low supply due to extreme weather events. This scarcity has led to a significant rise in prices. read more

Manoj Barai, director of the Indian fresh produce exporter M.K. Exports, stated that the production of mangoes in India has not increased since the beginning of March. He mentioned, "Despite our previous prediction of an increase in mango production, it has not materialized yet. read more

Nick Genty, CEO and co-founder of AGEYE Technologies, discusses what it truly entails to construct a completely automated indoor farm and emphasizes that simply having advanced technology is not enough. AGEYE Technologies, based in the United States, specializes in developing AI-integrated automation systems for vertical farms. read more

"Considering both Novella and Classic Potato, the sales of 2024 have reached a historic high," shares Massimo Cristiani, President of Selenella, with satisfaction. "Despite the challenges posed by climate change, we have managed to resume regular production and, read more

This year's marketing season for organic field vegetables is slowly coming to a close. Steffen reports that organic carrots for the fresh market are running out and will likely be available until the end of the month. The same situation applies to table potatoes from regional organic cultivation. read more

Obecna podaż cytryn na rynku jest dobra i stabilna. „Obserwujemy silną podaż i owoce wysokiej jakości z Dystryktu 1 Kalifornii od wszystkich dostawców, z którymi współpracujemy przez cały ten okres roku” - mówi Joshua Schwartz z Four Seasons Produce Inc., dodając, że podaż jest... read more

The majority shareholders of the grocery chain OK Zimbabwe have agreed to support a $30 million rights issue, the CEO announced. This decision was made to address a funding gap and improve the company's financial stability. read more

The first shipment of Korean melons successfully entered the Vietnamese market in March 2025, following an agreement on quarantine negotiations between the Republic of Korea and Vietnam in July 2024. This milestone comes after 17 years of efforts by the Korean government to establish quarantine protocols. read more

Avianca Cargo has successfully completed its Mother's Day 2025 season with a historic achievement, transporting over 20,100 tons of fresh flowers—a 15% increase compared to the previous year. The shipments originated from Colombia and Ecuador, reaching various destinations across North America and Europe. read more

Yesterday, at the Ministry of Enterprises and Made in Italy, the "Socio-Economic Impact Report of Lidl in Italy" was presented by TEHA Group. read more

Utz has launched a limited-edition Lemonade Potato Chip, combining sweet, tangy, and salty flavors to create a distinctive summer snack. These chips are made with real lemon juice, lemon oil, and sugar to capture the refreshing essence of lemonade in a crispy form. They are available nationwide until August or while supplies last. read more

Consumers, especially in Europe, prioritize fruits that meet environmental and social standards over price. This shift poses new challenges for Latin American exporters, who must adapt by implementing more responsible and integrated production models. In this scenario, Uniban, with almost 60 read more

During Macfrut, an interesting meeting organized by the Grande Bellezza Italiana took place to compare different organizational models in the national fruit and vegetable sector. In particular: Melinda, the most structured aggregation model, as it was established at the end of the... read more

Over the past three weeks, prices for last year's carrot harvest in Uzbekistan have been trending in the opposite direction compared to the same period last year. read more

Kenya plays a crucial role as a sourcing region for the Hoek Group. Through Hoek Flowers Kenya, the company operates directly from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, exporting fresh flowers daily to wholesalers, florists, and retailers worldwide. Hoek Flowers Kenya is the first company of its kind in the region. read more