On December 26, José Antonio Hidalgo, executive director of the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE), was elected as the co-president of the Coordinating Committee/Advisory Council of the World Banana Forum (WBF) under the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO). read more

A Facebook video by Kenyon Douglas shows birds walking on and pecking at vegetables at a Walmart in Houma, sparking online reactions. While some viewers were unsettled, others pointed out that produce is often exposed to wildlife during growth. Comments ranged from jokes to reminders about the realities of farming practices. read more

Rynbeek pointed out that the grape market has experienced a significant shift since Christmas. "At the same time, this wasn't a huge surprise, as everyone saw this volume coming," said Anthony Rijnbeek from Origin Fruit Group based in Rotterdam. "But it's evident that the grape market is currently under pressure, especially after the" read more

The post predicts that China's total citrus production in marketing year 2024/25 will increase compared to the previous year, despite facing weather-related challenges. While orange production is expected to slightly decrease due to a smaller Navel crop, tangerine/mandarin and pomelo/grapefruit production is anticipated to grow. read more

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Approximately 60 industry professionals gathered on December 4-5 in Deventer, the Netherlands, for the Fleuroselect Breeders and Distributors Conference. Focusing on sustainability, pre-competitive cooperation, and data management/artificial intelligence, the two-day event offered a read more

2024 has been a successful year for the potato industry. There is a rising interest in potato cultivation, overshadowing other crops. However, 2025 will present a similar challenge to 2024: a scarcity of seeds coupled with increased demand, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

The prices of peppers, tomatoes, eggplants, and zucchinis have been steadily increasing at the start of 2025. Cold weather has led to a slowdown in production, particularly affecting peppers. Additionally, the presence of viruses has emerged as a significant concern, impacting the quality of the produce at its destination. read more

Ciężkie deszcze w Izraelu od końca grudnia opóźniły zbiory awokado o tydzień. Według Yonatana Merona, Kierownika Eksportu w firmie Granot Fresh, "2024 rok był dla nas dobry, a sezon 2024-25 rozpoczął się dobrze w październiku. Koniec 2024 roku okazał się bardziej wymagający, niż się spodziewaliśmy". read more

Have you ever seen fruit or vegetables in inhospitable areas and wondered, "How did that get here?" There are countless ways to transport onions, but the video below highlights just how creative one can be when confronted with challenges. read more

The Association of Pineapple Exporters of Benin renewed its governing bodies at the end of December, electing Choubiyi Edouard as president. According to Choubiyi, "Only a small portion of Benin's pineapple production is currently being exported, and we need to increase our efforts." read more

In Jharkhand, India, high-tech greenhouse growers are facing an unprecedented challenge as vegetable prices have dramatically decreased across the state, resulting in severe financial distress. This price drop is particularly acute in Ranchi's city markets, where staples such as cauliflower, read more

The total supply of pistachios from the two major producers, the United States and Iran, was reported to be about 760,000 tons in September 2024. The American pistachio industry accounts for approximately 530,000 tons, while Iran's share is 230,000 tons of this total amount. read more

The sales of cherries were robust in the days leading up to New Year's Day, with prices remaining relatively stable. The influx of multiple cherry shipments in late December resulted in an increase in overall supply, leading to a decline in prices compared to mid-December. Sales reached their highest point just before New Year's Day. Following this trend, read more

After nearly 14 years, Christoph Buchner is leaving Westfalia Fruit Group (formerly Hausladen Fruchthandelsgesellschaft mbH). "Our industry is a 'people business,' and I am proud to have worked in partnership with many talented, dedicated, and innovative professionals, including customers. read more

The first half of the season witnessed a substantial amount of Dutch onions being supplied to international buyers. It is unclear if this trend will persist in the second half. "In recent years, most of the stock had to be sold before Christmas, and this continues to be crucial. I am skeptical that we will observe read more

De Vroomen Garden Products will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2025. Jacobus Theodorus De Vroomen, born into a family of bulb growers, founded the company in 1925. What began as a small, family-owned horticultural business in the Netherlands has grown into a global leader in the import of. read more

W ostatniej aktualizacji z Ministerstwa Handlu i Integracji Regionalnej Etiopii, sektor ogrodnictwa miał wygenerować ponad 216 milionów USD przychodów z eksportu w ciągu pierwszych pięciu miesięcy fiskalnego roku 2024/25. W szczególności segment eksportu kwiatów przyczynił się kwotą 186 361 000 USD. read more

The Presidential Initiative on Banana Industrial Development (PIBID) in Uganda has been operating for a decade within the banana subsector, with a focus on value addition and empowering banana farmers. Dr. Florence Muranga, the Director General of PIBID, highlighted the organization's journey. read more

Proven Winners, ColorChoice, Fairytrail Bride, Cascade Hydrangea (Hydrangea × 'USHYD0405') and Skinny Fit ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba 'Menhir'), (known as Runaway Bride garland hydrangea and Lemonlime Spire ginkgo in Australia) have been awarded the 2025 Plant of the Year titles by the Nursery & Garden Industry. read more

2025 has arrived, setting aside the few remaining volumes of Greek Zutano avocados that were already experiencing quality issues. Mr. Yorgos Katsouras, the director of the avocado grower and packer Creta Taste based in Crete, says, "It's time for Hass avocados, with the harvest set to begin soon." read more