This is shown in the "National Reporting on Pesticide Residues in Food 2023" published by the Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL). A total of 22,314 food samples were examined, the highest number ever. According to the BVL, read more

Moldova's main fruit and vegetable exports to the UK include apples, plums, grapes, cherries, and various vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. read more

Chilean fresh fruit exports surged by 40.7% in value and 49% in volume during the first three months of the 2024/25 season compared to the same period in the previous year. According to the most recent data from the Office of Agricultural Studies and Policies (Odepa), exports from September to... read more

South Africa is planning to export 51.3 million cartons of apples and 21.1 million cartons of pears this season, which represents a 5% increase for apples and a 4% increase for pears compared to the volumes from the previous year. read more

Logistics has not only taken center stage in South Africa, but also within the broader fresh produce industry. read more

This quantity is 7% higher than in the same week of the 2023/24 season and 18% lower than at the same time in the 22/23 season, according to simfruit. These shipments largely correspond to the Blueberry Committee's estimate for this period and differ by only 2%. read more

The coal exports, as reported by reefertrends, have increased by 21% compared to the previous year despite the limited supply in the domestic market. Romania was the largest buyer, significantly increasing their purchase of Polish potatoes as well. In the first four months of the season. read more

At Fruit Logistica on 5-7 February, 34 Flemish companies and organizations are scheduled to exhibit at the joint stand of Flanders’ Agricultural Marketing Board (VLAM). read more

The "fresh legumes" from Huercasa, sold in fruit and vegetable specialty stores, are steam-cooked beans, chickpeas, and lentils, without any preservatives or additives and packed with flavor. 100% natural plant-based protein in a new. read more

Then browse through the digital version of the exhibition guide, which you can find here. read more

Tensions are not easing between Moroccan and Spanish tomato growers. The latest development is a statement by an official of the Spanish organization COAG (Coordinadora de Organizaciones de Agricultores y Ganaderos), announcing his intention to take legal action against importers of Moroccan tomatoes. read more

The time charter (TC) rates for Post Panamax container vessels increased by 111% year-on-year (y-o-y) in 2024, reaching 73,330 USD per day. This surge has resulted in a significant increase in newbuild orders and a decrease in demolitions, as reported by Veson Nautical's '2024 End- Of-Year-Report'. Click to enlarge The report. read more

"Automatyzacja staje się coraz bardziej ważna. Coraz trudniej jest znaleźć dobrych pracowników, podczas gdy koszty pracy ciągle rosną" - zaczyna Pierre Hagenaars z firmy Het Packhuys. We współpracy z partnerem J-TS, jego holenderska firma opracowała nowy pakowacz kartonów: Sepia TL3. "Oferujemy kompleksowe. read more

Zaprojektowany w celu maksymalizacji produktywności, oferowania dużej elastyczności i optymalizacji wykorzystania przestrzeni, włoska firma GNA dalej definiuje branżę opakowań poprzez wprowadzenie modelu AV650 Twin, czyli podwójnego systemu maszynowego do pakowania wertykalnego. „Kompaktowy i wszechstronny, AV650 Twin to idealny wybór”. read more

SIVAL is over! The 38th edition ended on January 16th after three intense days of meetings, exchanges, and, above all, innovations for plant production. Innovation has been the DNA of the Anjou event since its inception. This year was a special edition, as SIVAL has a new president. Although the read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project reported that carrot prices in the Ukrainian market have started to rise again. Market participants attribute the price increase to the relatively high demand for quality carrots and limited supply. Wholesale companies are also... read more

According to the latest Crop Report from Frutas de Chile's Blueberry Committee, Chile exported 11,767 tons of blueberries in the second week of 2025, bringing the total for the 2024-2025 season to 55,946 tons. This represents a 7% increase compared to the same week of the 2023-2024 season, but a decrease of 18% compared to the full season of that year. read more

The lime supply that is currently being harvested is approaching the end of the old crop season. Alfonso Sandoval, the business development and merchandiser manager at Limonik Produce and Limones Monica, explains that this will result in fruits with reduced shelf life, lighter colors, and thinner skins. read more

The United Arab Emirates has become the leading importer of Pakistani mangoes, according to a report by the Ministry of Commerce presented to the National Assembly. Over the course of five years, the UAE has imported mangoes worth $159.74 million from Pakistan, solidifying its position as the top destination for this fruit. read more

The first registrations have already arrived for the fourth edition of the "Put a fruit under the desk" contest, promoted by MOF - Centro Agroalimentare all’Ingrosso di Fondi and the Municipality of Fondi. For the school year 2024/2025, the initiative will involve primary school students. read more