In the conditions of rising costs of mineral fertilizers and limited availability of certain raw materials, biological solutions that improve the efficiency of nutrient utilization are becoming increasingly important. One direction is incorporating into the fertilization program. read more

A trade agreement between the European Union and Mercosur was a key topic at Fruit Attraction in São Paulo, with implications for Brazil's fruit export sector. During the event, Termotécnica presented its DaColheita line of EPS packaging for domestic and export use. The company indicated that read more

South Africa's citrus industry is gearing up for the 2026 export season, with the Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) releasing its initial export estimates. The numbers point to sustained growth, with total exports across all varieties projected to increase by approximately 3% to 5% to. read more

Xinjiang is boosting its position as one of China's major winter blueberry production centers by focusing on large-scale greenhouse cultivation, developing cold chain infrastructure, and ensuring high-quality premium fruit. A new project in Moyu County, valued at RMB 660 million ($95.5 million), exemplifies the region's commitment to protected cultivation. read more

Według danych Procomer, agencji promocji eksportu Kostaryki, 53,8% eksportu ananasów z kraju pod względem wolumenu jest przeznaczonych dla Ameryki Północnej — głównie dla USA — podczas gdy UE odpowiada za 34,2%, reszta Europy za 9,3%, sąsiednie kraje Ameryki Środkowej za 1,4%, a. read more

Innovating within the tradition is not just a slogan, but the mission with which Annatura presents itself at the starting line of Macfrut 2026. The event in Rimini will indeed be the exclusive stage for the launch of "Le Native," a new line of IV and V range products that aims to redefine the. read more

At the start of April, the Ukrainian white cabbage market experienced another round of price decreases, as reported by analysts at EastFruit. The primary factor contributing to the price decline is the decreasing quality of the cabbage due to prolonged storage. read more

Creativity enters the fruit and vegetable department and becomes a shelf animation lever. The new spring campaign of Marlene has started, "I am the fruit of your creativity," which brings the works born from the international contest for the brand's 30th anniversary to the points of sale, transforming them into packaging. read more

Skutki wojny na Bliskim Wschodzie stają się coraz bardziej widoczne w całym łańcuchu ogrodnictwa. Rosnące ceny energii, droższe surowce i wyższe koszty logistyczne zmuszają dostawców z całego świata do podwyższania swoich cen. Plantatorzy patrzący w przyszłość przed nadchodzącą zimą. read more

International airfreight rates have increased by up to 95% between February and March, driven by reduced capacity and higher fuel prices due to the Iran war, raising the risk of prices approaching Covid-era levels. According to Drewry Airfreight Insight, rates from Shanghai to Dubai have... read more

Sainsbury's has extended its long-term partnership model to 62 British berry farms by signing five new five-year contracts with Angus Soft Fruit, Chambers, Soft Fruits Direct, J.O. Sims, and Dyson Farming. By 2027, it is expected that over 2,500 British farms will be included in long-term contracts,… read more

The South African government has announced a temporary reduction of R3 (€0.15) in the fuel levies on petrol, diesel, and paraffin to provide relief to consumers and businesses affected by the price shocks due to the conflict in the Middle East. Effective from midnight yesterday, the diesel price has increased by R7.51 (€0.38). read more

"Until late February, almost at the beginning of March, we had experienced a growth of 14.5% compared to the previous year." However, this positive trend has recently been affected. "The rain caused significant damage throughout almost all of March, and this will impact production," stated Paulov Sifuentes. read more

P.L. Light Systems is celebrating 45 years of service as a leading North American manufacturer of commercial horticultural lighting solutions. With over four decades of specialized experience, they have been instrumental in promoting, supporting, and fostering growth in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). read more

W kwietniu FreshPlaza skupi się na Australii i Nowej Zelandii. Jesteś producentem, importerem, eksporterem, czy działasz w branży opakowań lub chłodzenia? Jeśli w jakikolwiek sposób jesteś zaangażowany w branżę świeżych produktów rolnych, chcielibyśmy usłyszeć od Ciebie. Możesz przesłać nam kilka informacji, lub możemy się do Ciebie odezwać telefonicznie. read more

The strawberry campaign is entering its crucial phase in a complex scenario, strongly influenced by the weather that has so far affected the availability of Italian and Spanish produce, with a quality that is not always consistent and consumption that needs to be carefully monitored. However, in this phase, some signals are also emerging. read more

For food industry investors, the cold-chain support facilities in the master plan are a significant improvement for Kenya's horticulture sector. Kenya exports cut flowers and fresh vegetables to Europe and the United Kingdom, and the cold-chain facilities are expected to boost this trade. The sector's exports are projected to grow at 4% annually, outpacing imports at 3%. read more

Avocado growers in Rungwe District, Mbeya Region, report improved trading conditions following government measures to regulate and formalize the avocado supply chain. According to farmer Frank Mwankenja, the registration of buyers and agents has reduced theft and irregular trading practices. read more

With a history spanning more than seven decades, the company started small and transformed into an entrepreneurial endeavor, as is the case with many Italian businesses. On Friday, 27 March, the Francescon family celebrated the 25th anniversary of the producers' organization and the opening of read more

We would love to hear from individuals or businesses involved in the growing, importing, or exporting of organic fruits or vegetables. If you are interested in sharing information or being interviewed for our April focus on organics, please contact us at info@freshplaza.com. read more