The German carrier Hapag-Lloyd and private equity fund FIMI are getting ready to finalize the acquisition of Israeli shipping company Zim for US$4.2 billion, which was agreed upon last month. They also plan to delist Zim from trading. This transaction is currently pending regulatory approval. Industry insiders report that Danish shipping... read more

Dole South Africa and the Mahela Group have established a 50/50 joint shareholding in Letaba Pakkers, a packhouse facility located in Limpopo. This partnership combines the infrastructure, operational capacity, and commercial activities of both companies with the goal of strengthening. read more

This year's mandarin campaign is proving to be particularly unusual. Adverse weather conditions, agronomic issues, and tight availability have created a market with limited supply. Banagrumes Chairman Alain Alarcón describes it as a situation where the core challenge is... read more

A decade-long analysis involving more than 40,000 women has found that diets rich in flavonoids, such as berries, apples, and citrus fruits, may be associated with sustained happiness and optimism. These findings are from a study published in Clinical Nutrition that investigated the relationship. read more

The global market for mangoes and avocados exceeds 80 billion dollars and continues to grow driven by new consumption patterns and increasingly international commercial dynamics. To intercept this trend, Macfrut 2026 will take place from April 21st to 23rd at the Rimini Expo Centre, dedicating itself to these two fruits. read more

60 exhibitors and over 500 participants from several countries are taking part in the 14th International Blueberry Conference, which has started in Ożarów Mazowiecki. The event has been integrating and supporting the development of the Polish blueberry industry for years, while also serving as an important read more

Ontario may experience an earlier end to its apple season. Ken Lyons from the Blue Mountain Fruit Company stated, "The movement of apples has been great. We are almost finished with all varieties except Red Prince, Gala, and Ambrosia. We still have Ambrosia, Honeycrisp, Fuji, McIntosh, and Red Prince available, with Red Prince being the only variety left in good supply." read more

The escalation of the conflict in the Middle East is now directly affecting Ecuador's banana exports. This is mainly due to port blockages in the region, which force fruit to be rerouted to different markets. According to Cristian Salmon, a business developer at Ecuadorian exporter Dusal, this is causing disruptions in the supply chain and impacting the industry. read more

After the focus published earlier this year on drones as the new "sheriffs" of the orchard (click here for more information), the picture is enriched with an additional piece: the challenge today is not only to monitor the phenomenon of varietal piracy, but also to bring control on a territorial scale. read more

J. Huete Greenhouses, an international specialist in the design and construction of high-technology greenhouses, has established a strategic partnership with Repsol, an energy group, to provide its agricultural clients with access to preferential pricing on energy and fuel. "Through this partnership..." read more

A fourth-generation farmer in the United Kingdom has started selling potatoes directly to consumers through social media and home deliveries as part of his efforts to market his crop. Luke Abblitt manages a 162-hectare arable farm owned by Cambridgeshire County Council in Ramsey, near Huntingdon. He introduced... read more

The Tang-Gold mandarin harvest was completed at the beginning of March, marking a generally positive outcome for OP Kiwi Soleun. Despite adverse weather conditions throughout the harvesting period, yields were only slightly lower than expected. read more

A survey conducted by independent audit firms with each of CitrusBR's members and then compiled confidentially by an external auditor found that the global inventories of Brazilian orange juice, converted into FCOJ Equivalent (66° Brix), held by CitrusBR members as of December 31, 2025. read more

SPAR Nigeria's license holder, Artee Industries Limited, has opened a new hypermarket at Novare Central Mall in Abuja's Wuse district. The store features standout departments such as Wines & Spirits, Fruits & Vegetables, and Health & Beauty. read more

According to Cindy van Rijswick, a food and agriculture specialist at Rabobank, the current situation in the Middle East will primarily impact costs. "The increase in energy costs is especially affecting various sectors. For instance, the impact on fertilizer prices is quite significant. read more

Rayan El Sawy, chairman of the Egypt-based fresh produce trader Egyptian-Emirati Import & Export with branches in Murcia, Spain and Dubai, stated that the demand for Egyptian Valencia oranges has remained stable, despite general caution due to the conflict in the Middle East. read more

The GDO (Organized Large-Scale Distribution) accepts the challenge and "joins the game". With over a month to go until Think Fresh 2026 – the first in-depth event of the year organized by Italiafruit News, now in its eleventh edition – more than 100 managers have already confirmed their participation. read more

Accounting for nearly one-third of all grapevines planted in South Africa's table grape, wine grape, and raisin grape vineyards, Bosman Adama has refined the craft of grapevine propagation for over eight generations, the company says. Today, approximately 12 million vines are grafted each season,... read more

On 27th February 2026, a1™ apple celebrated a significant milestone of its 2026 season in China with a container opening ceremony at Huizhan Fruit Market in Shanghai. Major partners came together to commemorate the introduction of "The First Bite of Spring from New Zealand" to the Chinese market. From left to right: read more

The North Pole in Alaska is located at the edge of the world, experiencing temperatures ranging from 25 to 40 degrees below zero this season. There is no telephone line, the Wi-Fi is unreliable, and snow and ice cover the landscape. Despite the harsh climate, inside the Chena Hot Springs Resort, there are two read more