"Better prices, strong demand, and adequate supply are some of the positive aspects of the current Greek cucumber season," says Nick Nafpliotis, company director of fresh produce exporter Greek & Fresh. "The Greek cucumber season began after mid-October, and so far it has been very successful." read more

The article was written by Mekonnen Solomon, the former Director of Horticulture Investment in Ethiopia. On January 20, 2026, during its 52nd regular meeting, the Council of Ministers of Ethiopia approved the revised investment incentive regulations, acknowledging them as a transformative policy. read more

Fiordelisi, an Italian company that is a leader in the production of sun-dried vegetables and semi-dried seeds, has strengthened the efficiency and sustainability of its logistics operations through a partnership with Tosca, a global leader in reusable plastic packaging solutions. read more

The Philippine government is currently in talks to lower tariffs on banana exports to Japan as a temporary solution while also working towards potentially securing duty-free access through future membership in the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership. This information was shared by Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel. read more

Dostawa melonów z Gwatemali ustabilizowała się w ciągu ostatnich kilku tygodni. "Doświadczyliśmy niższych wolumenów podczas listopada, grudnia i na początku stycznia" - mówi Tom Ferguson, wiceprezes ds. sprzedaży w Classic Fruit Company. Większość tych niższych wolumenów przypisano opadom deszczu. read more

Intesa Sanpaolo, through the Agribusiness Department, has supported Spreafico Francesco & F.lli with a 12 million euro financing, guaranteed by Sace, to aid their development plans in Italy and abroad. Modern infrastructure, digitalization, sustainability: a comprehensive plan. read more

Solanum melongena (Pick-&-Joy Aubergine) from Vreugdenhil Young Plants in De Lier was awarded the Show Your Colours Award IPM 2026 on Thursday, 29 January, during the IPM 2026 trade fair in Essen, Germany. The prize was presented to Petra Vreugdenhil at the Show Your Colours presentation. read more

In 2026, Fruit Logistica will launch a clear signal of innovation: the New Product Showcases, a new format that will showcase a selection of innovative products, will debut at the fair. In a central and well-organized area, the leading trade show in the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

Gre ek strawberry season is in full swing, with both supply and demand currently running at a moderate pace. "The harvest has been ongoing since December, but in limited volumes. Nonetheless, compared to the same period last season, the plants are definitely yielding more. read more

AgroFresh has confirmed the celebration of its event AgroFresh Xperience Berlin 2026 – "Shaping the Future of Fresh in EMEA" next Tuesday, February 3, on the eve of Fruit Logistica. The event will take place at the Berlin Congress Center (bcc) in Alexanderplatz and will be held in a new… read more

As a catering wholesaler, when all restaurants and other foodservice outlets are closed, one option is to adapt by offering home delivery to private customers. This was the strategy that Groothandel Claessens decided to pursue during the coronavirus pandemic to expand their operations. read more

With the last deliveries at the turn of the year, this year's Brussels sprout season ended relatively early. "Normally, we can deliver until mid- to late January," confirms Harm Feil, a Brussels sprout producer based in Dithmarschen. As one of the few specialists, Feil looks back on a thoroughly... read more

Two weeks later, the flood waters that submerged orchards have receded: in some areas, "massive issues" with oleo on lemons are expected, while waterlogged fields and damaged roads have disrupted citrus black spot spray programs, which an exporter has warned could increase disease pressure. read more

W roku 2025 eksport melonów z Brazylii z Rio Grande do Norte i Ceará wykazał silniejsze wyniki w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. Według danych Comex Stat, przychody z eksportu wzrosły o 25 procent rok do roku, osiągając 231 milionów dolarów, podczas gdy wolumen eksportu wzrósł o 16 procent do 283 000 ton. Eksport read more

Fall Creek Farm & Nursery, Inc. will showcase the high-chill northern variety of blueberry SEKOYA® Nova 'FC15-173' at the Fruit Logistica 2026 trade fair. The creators emphasize its exceptional fruit quality and production advantages designed for regions with average... read more

Apofruit Italia, a cooperative of fruit and vegetable producers with around 2,700 members in the most renowned areas of Italy, confirms its participation – Hall 2.2, Stand A-40 – at Fruit Logistica, the leading international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector scheduled from February 4th to 6th, 2026. read more

The Barbera Group, based in Adrano (Ct) at the foot of Mount Etna, specializes in the production and marketing of Sicilian fruits. They will be present at Fruit Logistica in Berlin from February 4th to 6th, as part of the Sicily Region collective, specifically in HALL 4.2. read more

Kenya is intensifying its efforts to improve port efficiency as the upcoming avocado harvesting season approaches, aiming to safeguard the quality of fruit and facilitate the export of perishable produce. Cabinet Secretary for Investments, Trade, and Industry Lee Kinyanjui emphasized the importance of efficient port operations. read more

MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) will be participating in Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin. The shipping line will be located in Hall 26, Stand E10, where its global reefer team will present container technologies and digital systems used for transporting fresh produce. The focus of the event will be on showcasing the latest advancements in refrigerated container transportation. read more

Sun World International will present a partner-centric perspective at Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin, Germany (Feb. 4-6, 2026). As the company enters 2026, a significant year marking five decades since its establishment, it is emphasizing future-oriented strategies. The showcase for this year reflects a broader global vision. read more