Price pressure, high logistical costs, and competition from countries with more favorable conditions, such as Mexico and China, compel Peruvian exporters to work more efficiently and flexibly, and to seek strategic niches to retain their market share in the United States, Europe, and Central America. read more

India: Flipkart Group CEO connects with farmers behind fresh produce delivery
Flipkart is focused on ensuring inclusive growth for all its partners, including farmers who are part of the company's direct sourcing efforts to ensure freshness, quality, and convenience for customers. Recently, the CEO of Flipkart Group engaged with farmers to strengthen the relationship and support their involvement in delivering fresh produce to customers. read more

In order to make better use of lemons and offer alternative products with a longer shelf life, the Spanish company Belsán, from Murcia, has created a new gourmet format under its own brand: Li. This product consists of dehydrated lemon slices packaged in a lemon-shaped container made from biodegradable materials. read more

In the Spanish municipality of Cieza, located in the heart of Murcia's fruit-growing region, a particular type of stone fruit is becoming increasingly popular each season. Nectarines are the most sought after, followed by flat peaches, yellow (pavía) or red peaches, and plums. Plums and apricots have seen a decline in demand. read more

Marketing manager Akin Soyleyen from Turkish fruit exporter Aksun stated that the Turkish sugar apricot season has started off well in terms of both demand and supply. "As of week 24, sugar apricots are officially back in the market, marking the beginning of the 2025 export season with strong." read more

Almost 150 people, including technicians, farmers, and supply chain operators, visited Salvi Vivai's new experimental cherry orchard in Portomaggiore in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. On June 10, 2025, guests had the opportunity to compare cherries of various varieties, rootstocks, and plant layouts. read more

A new report predicting significant export growth for New Zealand's horticulture sector underscores the industry's increasing significance to the country's economy, according to Horticulture New Zealand. The Ministry for Primary Industries' latest Situation and Outlook for Primary Industries (Sopi) report forecasts... read more

SanLucar, a global fruit and vegetable brand, is expanding its footprint in France by acquiring a substantial stake in the French company Buonanno. France is the third-largest market for fruits and vegetables in Europe by volume, following Italy and Germany, with. read more

The demand for Australian almonds continues to increase in the first two months of the 2025-26 selling season. According to the latest report from the Almond Board of Australia, domestic sales have grown by 9% compared to the same period last year, and overall volumes have increased by 3%, including both domestic and international sales. read more

En la costa norte de Perú, especialmente en el Valle de Chira (región de Piura), la producción de plátanos orgánicos se ha convertido en una de las actividades más representativas de la agricultura familiar. Más de 9,000 pequeños agricultores, la mayoría manejando parcelas de menos de una hectárea, han sostenido una cadena de valor que ha. read more

With summer approaching, the ginger market is traditionally entering a quieter period. Yet, in recent weeks, the market has shown a noticeable price increase. "Ginger always remains an unpredictable market. Although demand isn't particularly strong, prices continue to rise. We are also coming read more

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Last week, the Belgian blueberry season was officially opened at Frans Schrijnwerkers' farm, but this week marks the real start of commercial picking. It's shaping up to be a promising season, with Belgian producers optimistic that the newly launched joint marketing initiative between BelOrta and... read more

Prices for the majority of fruit and vegetable products in Switzerland started to decline in November 2024, according to data from the BLW. Significant price drops were observed for items like carrots and apples, which are commonly purchased. read more

According to recent findings from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey, there has been a decrease in the consumption of fruits and vegetables in the UK. Only 27% of adults are now meeting the recommended five-a-day guideline, down from 33% previously. For children aged 11 to 18, the average daily intake has dropped from 3.2 to 2.5 portions. read more

W Cambridgeshire, Luke Ablett is dealing with extraordinary challenges regarding his potato harvest. He runs a 400-acre (approximately 161.87 hectares) farm in Ramsey St Mary's, and he has revealed that he currently has over 13 tons of unsold potatoes. "The potato market appears to have completely stalled, and..." read more

Odisha is starting its agricultural export journey with the first shipment of premium Amrapali mangoes from Patnagarh, Balangir, to Abu Dhabi. This represents the state's first effort to export mangoes internationally, led by the Patnagarh Pragati Farmer Producer Company Limited (FPC). read more

Egypt has transformed from a minor participant to a serious contender in the global blueberry market, drawing interest from European and American companies. Spanish and Dutch firms have launched projects featuring exclusive genetic strains. An American company is currently running a 50-hectare trial in the region. read more

Exactly 40 years ago, Spain joined the European Union (then EEC). Since then, its exports of fruits and vegetables have increased significantly. During this time, the country's imports of fruits and vegetables have soared, rising from 546,920 tons in 1986 to 5.4 million tons in 2024. read more

Temperature rise and low supply are fueling the summer fruit market, with prices remaining at medium-high levels, especially for higher quality products with limited availability such as cherries. This is what emerges from the Parma Agri-Food Center. read more