China's Onedayone is reporting a positive forecast for the upcoming pomelo season. Unless there are severe weather disturbances, they anticipate that yields will continue to increase in 2025. read more

According to the coalition agreement, it is planned that in the future at least one digital payment option should also be offered in stores. However, the German Retail Association (HDE) advocates for a demand-oriented range of payment methods and calls for a review of the costs of payment options. read more

FruitMasters, however, reported an improvement in EBITDA from 8.2 million euros to 9.3 million euros. According to CEO Adriaan Vis, the improved earnings are largely attributed to efficiency improvements in the organizational structure resulting from the healthy strategy. read more

Due to the night frosts in April 2024, the harvest quantity was only at a good third (36.4%) of the 10-year average (440 t). Since 2002, in no year were fewer pears harvested. So far, the lowest harvest in the mentioned period was 260 t in 2020. read more

Ecuadorean banana exports increased by 1.77 percent to 104.81 million boxes in the first quarter of 2025 compared to the same period last year, as reported by the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (Aebe). read more

End Food Waste Australia (EFWA) ogłosiło mianowanie Tristana Butta na stanowisko nowego dyrektora generalnego, po przeprowadzeniu obszernego krajowego przeglądu i rygorystycznego procesu selekcji. read more

Around 180 participants from 20 countries followed the invitation of the Federal Office for Agriculture and Food (BLE) this year and gathered in Bonn for the "International Working Conference on Quality Control of Fruits & Vegetables". One of the key topics was the read more

Korea has started building a demonstration smart farm in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to act as a gateway for Korean smart farms to enter the Middle Eastern market. 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

In Australia's largest citrus-growing region, an invasive weed called moth vine is affecting fruit production. This vine, capable of growing up to 10 meters tall, blends in with orange trees because of its similar foliage, making it challenging to detect until the vines have already... read more

There is a new way of telling the story of Italian fruits and vegetables. A contemporary, vibrant language capable of inspiring and engaging the new generations. This is the spirit of "Harvesting Happiness," the format designed for 2025 by Spettacoli alla Frutta - the Temporary Association of. 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

"The history of our company, located near Gela, dates back to the early 1900s when we only operated on small plots of land. A pivotal moment came in 2015 when we embraced a new challenge by entering the seedless table grape market, recognizing the potential of this segment." read more

After distributing over 2,000 samples and winning the hearts of restaurant owners and consumers in Lyon last January, Bimi Broccolis made its way to the streets of Paris. On March 26th and 27th, the Bimi Broccoli cruised around Paris on its three-wheeled vehicle. read more

W Nowej Zelandii trwa zbieranie owoców persymony, z 20% wzrostem w zbiorach 2025 roku przypisywanym korzystnym warunkom pogodowym w Gisborne. Ian Turk, menedżer Rady Przemysłu Persymonowego, podkreśla ograniczoną dostępność tego owocu, zwracając uwagę na okno dostaw trwające sześć tygodni od końca. read more

Selecta One has acquired Wagagai Ltd., one of the world's largest cutting farms, situated on the shores of Lake Victoria in Uganda. Through this acquisition, Selecta One is expanding its international production network, securing long-term production capacity in East Africa, and reaffirming its commitment to the region. read more

The Government of Mexico, through the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, organized a virtual event called "Our Wealth: The Avocado", which highlighted the historical, cultural, and economic significance of avocados. The event specifically focused on small-scale producers and Mexico's position in the global avocado production industry. read more

The region of Murcia is consolidating its position as one of the European capitals in bell pepper production, despite a challenging start to the campaign and new phytosanitary threats. The sector is focusing on quality, sustainability, and innovation to maintain competitiveness in international markets. read more

The 17th edition of the International Agricultural Show in Morocco (SIAM) concluded successfully in Meknes after running for seven days from April 21 to 27, 2025. The event set new attendance records, with 1,500 exhibitors from 70 countries and over a million visitors. "One of the most dynamic read more

In the fruit and vegetable markets, the first Italian nectarines of the season made their debut, and the response from customers was immediate. This is reported by Alessandro Marchese, a wholesaler and president of Fedagro Rimini, who emphasizes how the quality of the product has been well received. read more