For decades, the quality of fresh produce has been determined more by interpretation than by science. Buyers establish the standards, growers strive to meet them, and disagreements arise in the differences between the two. AI systems are now being developed to address this gap, aiming to transform subjective assessments into something more objective. read more

Following a seven-year break from the European market, Brazilian exporter Itaueira Agropecuaria S.A. has resumed its melon shipments and achieved positive results in its market positioning, despite facing a challenging market environment. The company operates under the premium brand Rei. read more

Throughout the 2026 season, Tango Fruit strengthened its presence in the Large-Scale Retail with the project of new promotional islands, an in-store promotion format designed to give maximum visibility to the seedless premium mandarin and make the brand even more distinctive. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture announced on Friday that Taiwan has obtained NT$750 million (US$23.46 million) in orchid export orders at the Taiwan International Orchid Show in Tainan, representing a 3% increase compared to last year. According to CNA, over 300,000 people attended the exhibition. At the event, 32 buyers from... read more

Oprócz wyzwań, zmiana klimatu także niesie nowe możliwości dla komercyjnej produkcji warzyw. Orzeszki ziemne należą do nowych, wschodzących upraw w lokalnym polu uprawnym. Zainteresowanie uprawą tego orzecha wzrosło w ostatnich latach - informuje Suyunjon Rakhmonov, kierownik produktu w firmie. read more

The increase in turmoil in the Middle East, which began with the U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran at the end of February, is causing disruptions to regional trade flows. The transit through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a crucial factor. In addition to disruptions in oil, gas, and freight transportation, the closure of the strait is also impacting. read more

The pilot project dedicated to the traceability of Redea crates supply chain was presented at the Cpr System headquarters in Gallo. This initiative involves integrating all actors in the fruit and vegetable supply chain, from production to retail. read more

Yogesh Rathod, Director at Nova Fresco in Navi Mumbai, mentioned that the kiwi market in India is currently under pressure due to limited supply, with importers eagerly anticipating fresh shipments. He added that the global kiwi market is experiencing a shortage, leading to fluctuating prices. Their consignments are expected to arrive soon. read more

Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions has expanded its portfolio with three new machines: V-Weigh, V-Load, and V-Pack. Together with the company's palletizing systems, they form an end-of-line automation solution for the agricultural sector. According to account manager Johan van der Reest, the read more

There are combinations that one would never think to try, yet the pairing of mushrooms and coffee is breaking down all prejudices. What started as a niche curiosity has now firmly entered the global wellness lexicon: mushroom coffee is no longer just a. read more

On the 20th and 21st of March, the city of Città della Pieve (Pg) will host the first edition of the Red Orange of Sicily IGP Award - Città della Pieve, an initiative aimed at promoting the excellence of the Sicilian citrus industry and the connection between tradition, art, and gastronomic culture. read more

The pilot project dedicated to the traceability of REDEA crates supply chain was presented at the CPR System headquarters in Gallo. This innovative initiative involves all stakeholders in the fruit and vegetable supply chain, from production to retail. read more

This week, the Ukrainian market has started to face a shortage of greenhouse tomatoes, enabling importers to raise prices slightly for the limited supply of vegetables, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. Experts attribute this price increase to a decrease in the read more

The Moroccan avocado export campaign has come to an end, marking the conclusion of an "exceptional and very tough" season, according to Abdellah El Yamlahi, president of the Moroccan Avocado Association. Following the 2024/2025 season, when production and export volumes reached an all-time high. read more

Kenya's fresh produce sector, which is a significant source of rural livelihoods and foreign exchange, is currently experiencing challenges in exporting to the European Union (EU). This is due to compliance requirements, post-harvest inefficiencies, and regulatory changes impacting market access. The EU has imposed stricter pesticide regulations, which are contributing to these difficulties. read more

A lab at the University of Georgia has developed a method of identifying the source of garlic by using microbiota and machine learning to combat food fraud. Led by Xiangyu Deng, a professor at the UGA Center for Food Safety, researchers studied the microbiota, which refers to the community of small living organisms. read more

Ukrainian greenhouse producers have begun harvesting the first spring cucumbers, with early batches from the Zhytomyr region being sorted, packed, and shipped to supermarkets and restaurants. Producers have reported that the cultivation process follows a staged approach. "First, we harvest from the main stem, read more

The Donnalia Company of the Di Pasquale family, a well-established reality in the Sicilian fruit and vegetable sector, has made it onto the list of "Southern Stars 2026" compiled by Il Sole 24 Ore in collaboration with Statista. The company has been recognized among the 200 businesses in the South of Italy with the read more

The February figures for the Barometer of Trade (BoT) released by the Garden Centre Association (GCA) show a 'very encouraging month' despite the 'poor weather'. More than two-thirds of the categories recorded by garden centre members were up when compared to the same month in 2025, including clothing. read more

Na stronie Spalding firmy Peloton Produce aktualnie zbierane są kiszonki typu Savoy, czerwona i biała kapusta oraz kalafior, a według Nigela Clare'a z firmy wszystko idzie dobrze. "Mamy jeszcze 3 tygodnie na zebranie kiszonek typu Savoy zanim zaczną one wytwarzać kwiatostany. A co do... read more