United Selections hosted its annual Open Days in Ecuador last week, gathering a diverse group of growers, traders, and industry partners for three days of sharing, innovation, and cooperation. The event took place from Tuesday to Thursday and attracted a large number of participants from various sectors. read more

Wzrost eksportu bananów z Kamerunu w styczniu 2026 roku był wspierany przez większą produkcję i bardziej skoncentrowaną strukturę rynkową. Eksport osiągnął 27 674 ton w ciągu miesiąca, o 7 324 tony więcej niż w tym samym okresie rok wcześniej, co stanowi wzrost o 36 procent, według danych z Kamerunu. read more

Hanissh Battra, CEO of Ever Green Fruits, states that the apple market in India is currently experiencing a shortage of stock. This is evident from the rapid absorption of arrivals, with landed volumes being sold almost immediately. This indicates a supply gap rather than a surplus or balanced situation. read more

The Dutch fertilizer industry association Meststoffen Nederland has issued a statement confirming that there are currently no direct supply problems for the Netherlands, even as unrest in the Middle East continues to affect the global fertilizer market. The association does warn, however, that... read more

Truck drivers' unions in Brazil are considering a strike as early as this week following an increase in diesel prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East, according to union representatives. Brazil relies on road transport to move goods across the country and to ports. A widespread strike is looming. read more

India's pomegranate exports for 2025-26 have had a strong start, with over 60,000 metric tons shipped in the first nine months, surpassing the 72,011 tonnes valued at USD 69 million for the fiscal year 2023-24, according to Aditya Ghatge of Paathway Global. "We experienced significant momentum, largely due to improved access to high-demand markets such as the U.S." read more

This week, Ukraine is experiencing another decrease in carrot prices, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. The market has seen a significant rise in the supply of locally grown carrots, leading to a decrease in consumer demand and affecting prices negatively. read more

The Kiku family is opening a new chapter in Croatia. The commercial license for Kiku apple varieties has officially been transferred from Fragaria to the Croatian producer organization Domaće Voće, marking a strategic shift in production and management. read more

Africa exported around 430,000 tons of avocados in 2025, with total volumes increasing by 16.7 percent, as reported by the FAO Tropical Fruits Market Review. The growth was fueled by demand in Europe, the Middle East, and parts of Asia, as well as changes in logistics and market access. Morocco read more

Salix Fruits is closely monitoring the potential impacts of evolving geopolitical tensions in the Middle East on global fresh produce trade. Despite stable demand for fresh fruit, the company has identified logistics disruptions and increasing transportation costs as the primary risks. read more

"The agreement with UNIFE and the Addendum with UNITUS respond to the same need to build strategic alliances capable of generating scientific, educational, and social value. In a time when research and education are called upon to provide solutions to increasingly complex challenges." read more

On the morning of March 18, Coöperatie Hoogstraten celebrated the annual opening of the new strawberry season with the auction of the symbolic first box. Colruyt purchased the strawberries for €5,000 per box (8 x 500 grams). With the growers doubling that amount, Child Focus will receive a read more

Francisco Clouthier from Maui Fresh International LLC reported that a combination of extreme weather events in Mexico and Florida has led to a scarcity of bell peppers, cucumbers, and tomatoes. He mentioned, "It's especially severe for peppers and cucumbers." Around 80 percent of Roma tomato production is also affected by the situation. read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica 2026 is now open, with a buyer registration system and an integrated matchmaking platform set to go live in June. This new feature will revolutionize how buyers and exhibitors connect at the trade show. The 19th edition of the event is scheduled to take place on 2–4. read more

Dorothy Klimis-Zacas, a professor of clinical nutrition, supports the cultivation of wild blueberries in Maine by citing over 20 years of preclinical and clinical research. This research indicates that regular consumption of wild blueberries may promote gut and heart health, as well as help reduce risk factors associated with chronic diseases. read more

"If you want to make an impact in the market, you have to compete with outdoor lettuce," says Marco de Bruin, co-founder of Lettuce Lead. That statement formed the starting point for the development of an automated deep float cultivation concept aimed at positioning greenhouse-grown lettuce. read more

February is typically a quiet month in the wholesale/food service industry in Ireland, but then business starts to pick up in the lead-up to St. Patrick's Day on March 17th. "Things really picked up in March as usual, with orders increasing in anticipation of St. Patrick's Day. We don't typically see a lot of orders in…" read more

"Propagation is where plant health, uniformity, and yield potential are established," says Mathieu van de Sande, President and CEO of Ontario Plants Propagation. "As greenhouse scale increases, it becomes the primary control point in the production system." Ontario Plants is expanding its operations. read more

Chile's grape season is picking up pace, but export volumes have been revised downward from initial forecasts. In total, the country is projected to ship 63 million cases, a decrease of 6.4 percent compared to the previous season. Earlier in the season, northern regions faced some weather disturbances. read more

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