The port of Caldera has started its 2024/25 agricultural export season with the first shipment of table grapes from the Copiapó valley. On Monday, a delivery of 4,531 pallets loaded onto the Baltic Pearl sailed to the port of Philadelphia. read more

The Italian apple supplier Vip announced that it anticipates a growth in the production of licensed apple varieties such as Ambrosia, Envy, and Cosmic Crisp for the upcoming season. This increase is attributed to new plantings and improved output from existing orchards in Val Venosta, their home region. read more

The key factors driving demand for MAF Roda’s machines in New Zealand include their advanced technology, high efficiency, reliability, and versatility in handling various types of produce. Additionally, the company's strong reputation for providing excellent customer service and support also contributes to the high demand for their machines in the country. read more

The Spanish Fruit and Vegetable Group reported progress in 2024 in expanding into new markets for fruits and vegetables grown in Spain. read more

Meksykańskie eksport jagód takich jak truskawki, maliny i borówki świeże spadły o 2,2 procent w 2024 roku i są gotowe na podobne zmniejszenie się w tym roku, według stowarzyszenia branżowego Aneberries. read more

The FPJ Marketing & Branding Special highlights excellence and innovation in fresh produce marketing, including social media campaigns, brand ambassadors, and attractive packaging. read more

The UK manufacturer Postsaver has partnered with the experienced fruit industry distributor Peter Müller. read more

The chairman Gerrit van der Merwe announced the appointment of Dr. Boitshoko Ntshabele as his successor, who joined the CGA in February. According to a statement, Ntshabele has extensive experience in academia, the private sector, and the public sector. read more

Mission Produce has recently published the latest edition of AvoIntel, outlining five key trends to watch in the US avocado and mango categories in 2025. read more

This will create a new orchard in Flanders with solar panels, where further research on combining energy and food production on one plot will be conducted. read more

The pear stocks at the end of December 2024 are 7,862 tons, which is 3,443 tons higher than in 2023 with 4,419 tons and 1,712 tons higher compared to 2022 with 6,150 tons. The main part of the stock consists of 59% (4,613 tons) of the Kaiser Alexander variety. read more

Two-a-Day, a company that holds a 50% stake in the apple and pear marketing company Tru-Cape, has become the first agribusiness in South Africa to be certified by the Netherlands-based Top Employers Institute. read more

Two-a-Day, which owns a 50 per cent stake in the apple and pear marketer Tru-Cape, has become the first agribusiness in South Africa to be certified by the Netherlands-based Top Employers Institute. read more

The South African Citrus Growers Association (CGA) has announced that Justin Chadwick will retire at the end of March after serving as chief executive officer for many years. read more

At the end of December 2024, there were still around 7,001 tons of organic apples in stock - about 2,631 tons more than in December 2023 and 1,429 tons more than in December 2022. Gala accounts for the largest share of the remaining quantity with 2,272 tons, followed by Topaz (774 tons), Braeburn (704 tons), Jonagold (315 tons), and read more

The founders, the tomato growers Luc Beirinckx, Hans van Gool, Paul van de Mierop, and Koen Lauwerysen, however, remain shareholders of the company. read more

While in 2014 only 1% of the apples produced by VIP were club apples, currently the share is 15% - with the goal of further expanding it in the upcoming seasons. read more

Przemysł wiśniowy w Chile przeżywa niespotykany dotąd boom. W poprzednim sezonie kraj wyeksportował ponad 22 400 kontenerów wiśni, z Chinami odpowiadającymi za 94 procent zakupów, według globalnego przewoźnika Hapag-Lloyd. read more

Air New Zealand Cargo is planning to transport 5,000 tonnes of cargo during December and January, which will include up to 1,000 tonnes of cherries. read more

RRI reported that the Indonesian government is making efforts to secure direct export access for fresh Indonesian durian to China. read more