From January 13th to 16th, 2026, United Selections hosted its annual United Selections Open Days in Nakuru, where growers, partners, and industry colleagues gathered to showcase innovation in rose breeding, foster international collaboration, and celebrate a special milestone for partner breeder Könst. read more

Aldi is digitizing its Asian supply chain operations by centralizing and automating key workflows. The global discount grocery giant plans to implement the TradeBeyond CBX order and logistics platform in its Aldi South Group, which oversees the retailer's operations in Asia. read more

On January 22, 2026, Ukrainian phytosanitary inspectors at the Barabashovo customs post in Kharkiv detained 22.5 tonnes of imported grated coconut from Indonesia due to the absence of a phytosanitary certificate, as reported by agronews.ua. The shipment was inspected by the Department of. read more

The free trade agreement between Mercosur and the European Union, which was negotiated for over twenty years and approved at the beginning of 2026, has now entered its implementation phase. Following internal approval within the European bloc, the agreement signed on Saturday, January 17th, has commenced. read more

During Fruit Logistica 2026, Michiel Valk will be present at the Taks Handling Systems booth. Michiel was recently appointed as the new CEO of the company. He and his colleagues will be available to discuss efficient and future-proof solutions for internal transport systems and logistics. read more

Earlier this month, the decision was made in Prince Edward Island (PEI) not to establish a proposed wild blueberry marketing board. This decision came after a meeting with the PEI Marketing Council to determine the recommendation on whether such a board should be formed. While there was initially a 60 read more

If you've ever wished you could know exactly what your customer is thinking while standing in front of your benches, this upcoming webinar aims to deliver just that. Monrovia has partnered with Swytchback, a consumer research technology platform focused on uncovering how people actually make decisions. read more

Kenya is the largest avocado producer in Africa and ranks sixth globally. In 2023, the national output reached 632,953 metric tons, with 114,033 tons, or 21%, being exported. For 2025, production is projected to increase by about 4% to 585,000 tons, supported by expanded avocado acreage estimated at. read more

Ben Goodchild from Nationwide Produce stated that January has been slow in the fruit trade, which is typical. He mentioned that the weather in Spain has been unexpectedly cold, with nighttime temperatures dropping to four degrees and daytime temperatures ranging between 11-12 degrees. read more

Wouw Agro, located in the Netherlands, has recently implemented a new packing line for sweet potatoes, significantly increasing its processing capacity. The company, originally focused on growing and washing potatoes and onions, has now evolved into a complete service provider in the potato and onion supply chain, covering everything from cultivation and washing to... read more

Businesses in the United Kingdom that have made significant investments in border inspection facilities are seeking compensation from the government as negotiations advance on an agri-food agreement with the European Union. Since the UK's departure from the EU, companies importing plants and fresh produce from the bloc are facing challenges. read more

PackXpert, a division of the Kivits Logistic Group, specializes in grape packing as its primary business. The company, located in Waalwijk, strives to maintain consistent high quality standards every day. "The GearStation is instrumental in helping us achieve this," says Nathan Mostert of PackXpert. "The machine is a powerful tool for gaining a competitive advantage." read more

Admiral Ossama Rabiee, Chairman and Managing Director of the Suez Canal Authority (SCA), held a meeting with representatives from 20 shipping lines and maritime agencies at the Authority's headquarters in Ismailia. The meeting was part of SCA's routine consultations with clients to discuss navigation. read more

The demand for blueberries is increasing significantly in India, but the seasonal transition is reducing availability and causing a supply gap for the upcoming months. Importers are increasing air freight and planning for the next local season, while the market is getting ready for a stronger preference for blueberries. read more

Just under a quarter of South Africa's Pink Lady® export crop is destined for Africa and the Indian Ocean islands. When combined with the domestic market, the figure reaches just under 40%. "Pink Lady exports to Africa have significantly increased in recent years," says Corné Grundlingh. read more

The second week of 2026 marks a trend reversal compared to the previous one, with a significant increase in sales of fruits and vegetables sold by weight. In terms of distribution channels, the supermarket remains a key player, while the hypermarket finally returns to prominence. read more

The Tango mandarin developed at the University of California, Riverside, was first made available to growers in 2006 and has since been a significant contributor to the growth of the citrus industry in the United States and worldwide. After nearly twenty years of being protected by a patent in the U.S., the patent for Tango has now expired, opening up new possibilities. read more

Imported goods from Namibia, Peru, and South Africa were the main sources of the supply. It seems that deliveries from Namibia had increased, with various IFG varieties selling at high prices, as reported by the German BLE. In Berlin, the IFG 19, also known as Candy Hearts or strawberry grapes, were selling for up to EUR 9 (USD). read more

Sektor jabłek w Chile stoi obecnie przed trudnym sezonem. Nacisk rośnie w Europie, ale pojawiają się również możliwości na rynkach wschodzących, takich jak Indie, Bliski Wschód i Rosja. W taki sposób Andrés Kuznar, Dyrektor Handlowy BDP Foods, opisuje międzynarodową pozycję Chile. read more

Food safety recalls tend to grab public attention, but annual monitoring reports offer a more comprehensive view of residue compliance in the food supply chain. The USDA has published its Pesticide Data Program Annual Summary for the 2024 calendar year, detailing residue findings from extensive testing conducted nationwide. read more