Dr. Moturu, CEO and Co-Founder of fresh produce packaging manufacturer PeelON.inc, states that highly perishable produce such as leafy greens can greatly benefit from packaging to extend their shelf life. He mentions that fresh produce supply chains have traditionally relied on cold storage to preserve quality, especially for. read more

The French strawberry season is entering a crucial phase, with the first peak in Gariguette production and increasing volumes of round strawberries this week. After a delayed start to the season and a gradual increase in production, Emeline Vanespen, director of the Strawberries producers' association, is optimistic. read more

Dole Italia confirms its participation in Macfrut 2026 by presenting a new exhibition space and focusing on the campaign Doooolè! The fruit with an exclamation taste. The company will be present from April 21 to 23 at the Rimini Expo Centre (Hall B3 - Stand 75), where it will meet buyers, partners, and... read more

While winter rains and blue misty days continue in Whatcom County, signs of spring are starting to appear. Bright yellow daffodils are blooming along streets and in gardens, signaling the beginning of the growing season. Whatcom and Skagit counties have fertile soils, mild climates, and long periods of floral bloom. read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced a collaboration to explore opportunities in the mango category, with a shared focus on identifying innovative commercially viable varieties that benefit growers, retailers, and consumers. read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced a partnership to investigate possibilities in the mango industry, with a common goal of discovering innovative commercially successful mango varieties that will be advantageous for growers, retailers, and consumers. read more

South African supplier Capespan has confirmed that its chief executive officer Charl du Bois and chief financial officer Jolanda van Heerden have left the company. read more

Retailer Tesco is planning to introduce a new AI assistant that aims to assist its millions of customers in creating their shopping lists. read more

The pepper market is characterized by stability, with taste, convenience, and health being key factors driving sales. Growers are looking for traits such as disease resistance, climate resilience, and long shelf-life. read more

Argentine apple exports amounted to 12,900 tonnes in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 30 percent decrease compared to the previous year and an 18 percent drop from the five-year average. The figures, released by the plant health authority Senasa, indicate the lowest export levels in the past decade, almost halved compared to the previous year. read more