Rural area of Shangrao, Jiangxi province. They are part of the growing number of people joining the Majia pomelo industry in the region. read more

Banana production is still being affected by climate variability and plant health issues. According to new data from the Food and Agriculture Organization, bananas and other major tropical fruits generated over US$122 billion in 2024. Exporting countries like Ecuador and Colombia are major contributors to this industry. read more

The melon market experienced a tumultuous 2025, with strong fluctuations throughout the season in both volume and value. As highlighted by the analyses of the Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, the monthly trends recorded by Hypermarkets and Supermarkets tell the story. read more

Iperal, one of the most dynamic supermarket chains in Northern Italy, has built its reputation on quality, service, and a close connection with the communities in which it operates. With 56 retail locations, over 50,000 employees, and an expanding range of fresh products, the activities of read more

Marand officially launched in 2017, initially focusing on exporting air-freighted mangoes and a small range of dried products such as quinoa and chia. However, it quickly shifted its attention to avocados, which became the main highlight. The pivotal moment occurred in 2018 when multiple clients requested the company to develop a Hass avocado product line. read more

Carrefour responds to rumors: "We are staying in Belgium"

Carrefour management has confirmed that the company will continue to operate in Belgium, emphasizing that they have successfully turned around their business in the country. Despite this assurance, the unions have raised serious concerns.

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The French pear industry was anticipating a good season, but it surpassed expectations. Updated forecasts at the end of October/beginning of November predict a harvest of around 150,000 tons, compared to the 140,000 tons forecasted by PrognosFruit in August. The quality of the fruits is also excellent. read more

Building on the success of its recent mission to Singapore, Egypt has extended its outreach in Southeast Asia with a dedicated trade mission to Malaysia. The initiative aims to further expand Egypt’s presence in the dynamic fruit and vegetable market of the region. read more

First Choice Foods Ltd, a potato processing company based in Rupandehi, is currently exporting French fries to the United States. The company is now planning to increase its shipments to the United Kingdom, Australia, and Japan. Production began in mid-June 2025, and the company entered the U.S. market shortly thereafter. read more

Despite difficulties, one Polish apple grower is expecting a higher yield than last year, says Krystian Soszka, CEO of Polish apple exporter Idealsad: "The Polish apple cultivation season was challenging and full of difficulties. We faced several nights with frost, numerous hailstorms, as well as..." read more

At this year's Food Security SummitX in Dubai, Bernard Sleijster and Nadirsha Everett, co-founders of Food Security Capital, discussed the narrow focus of the investment landscape in agriculture. "When raising funds, the discussion typically centers around intellectual property, technology, and..." read more

CNC Exotic Mushrooms in Heerewaarden increased its production capacity by using a temporary refrigeration unit from Coolworld during the recent peak period. The company, which produces substrate for exotic edible mushrooms, required extra conditioned space to keep up with the increasing demand. read more

A new blueberry variety developed by Bloom Fresh™ has made its debut: Matías™. Matías originated from a genetic program created by the University of Georgia and further developed by Inka's Berries in Peru. In October 2024, after acquiring the breeding rights, Bloom Fresh™ introduced Matías™ to the market. read more

Korean grapes have been officially granted entry into the Philippine market after the successful conclusion of lengthy export quarantine negotiations. The Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency announced on November 30th that discussions that began in 2007 were finalized on November 25th. Throughout the years, Korean grapes had been undergoing scrutiny for compliance with Philippine regulations. read more

The exports of citrus from South Africa have achieved record levels in 2025, showing a 22% increase compared to the previous season. The final volume surpassed the initial April estimate of 171.2 million cartons by 19%. The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) attributes this growth to various factors. read more

After the preview of the new catalog "Nutrition and Plant Stimulation", Fomet delves into solutions for foliar and root application, focusing on the effectiveness of raw materials and the tangible benefits for horticultural crops. read more

Jingold's expansion in Spain is entering a new phase. The Italian company, a global leader in kiwi with the broadest range of varieties on the market, has begun selling its first 200 tons of Spanish yellow-flesh Jintao kiwis. This strategic move, though still relatively unfamiliar to many, marks an important step in the company's growth in the Spanish market. read more

Provisur will showcase a range of its industrial food processing systems at Fruit Logistica, which will be held from February 4th to 6th, 2026 in Berlin. The company will highlight their modular equipment designed for the production of fruit compote, puree, and juice, featuring models such as STS, Barracuda, and Hoegger refiners. read more

Earlier this week, the Cape Business Chamber released the figures of hours lost to wind, calling November 2025 "the Port of Cape Town's worst month for five years in terms of lost operation", which, according to the Chamber, equates to sixteen full days of downtime largely caused by severe wind. read more