South Africa's blueberry industry is growing, with annual production averaging between 25,000 tons and 26,000 tons. However, growers are facing competition in the global market from Peru, which is known for its scale and efficiency, as stated by Corne Oosthuizen, the general manager of Le Arc blueberry. read more

Vegetable shippers in the U.S. are experiencing heightened logistics challenges this spring due to tightening reefer availability, rising freight rates, and disruptions in truck and ocean transportation that are impacting the movement of produce. A report from The Ruby Company on May 14 stated that freight rates have been consistently higher than usual. read more

Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the study highlights the potential of urban agriculture to contribute significantly to food security in urban areas. The findings suggest that utilizing urban spaces for agriculture could help reduce the reliance on imported produce and improve access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for city dwellers. read more

Australian marketer Grape Co Australia is making a significant leap into the premium gold kiwifruit market by obtaining exclusive rights in Australia for a new variety. This strategic move aims to develop a local industry that can rival imported fruit from New Zealand, according to Grape Co Australia director Adrian Caia. read more

Fruit grower Volodymyr Popruga reported crop losses due to winter cold and spring frosts in the Chernihiv region of Ukraine. According to Popruga, apricot and peach crops were completely lost, while cherry plum production was also affected. The low temperatures also damaged all young fruits. read more

The Netherlands-based flower trading company Hoven & de Mooij celebrated its 50th anniversary on 10 May 2026. The family business has been operating from the central building of Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer since it was founded, making the milestone particularly significant. Theo de Mooij, read more

In Italy, the population is decreasing and aging, but what is changing most significantly are families and consumption habits. This is the snapshot taken from the analysis presented by Matteo Bonù, Food Industry Leader at NielsenIQ, and Letizia Mencarini, Professor at Bocconi University, at Linkontro. read more

Sri Ramanjunaiah, a progressive farmer from Yettinahalli village in Pavagada Taluk of Tumakuru district, Karnataka, has emerged as a role model in commercial floriculture through the successful cultivation of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa), popularly known as rajnigandha. read more

On June 11th, the World Cup will begin in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms, we are hosting a World Cup Football Pool. Who is the greatest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? read more

The sector of pears in the province of Lleida, Spain, is predicting a reduced harvest due to poor fruit setting, a situation that is also impacting other regions in Catalonia, Spain, and in producing countries such as Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. According to Josep Cabré, head of fruit at Unión de read more

The banana supply chain is currently facing multiple significant challenges. These include climate change and extreme weather events, increasing operational costs, labor shortages in certain regions, disruptions in logistics, phytosanitary threats like TR4, and growing regulatory requirements... read more

In the landscape of modern retail, the fruit and vegetable department has become the key factor in determining the consumer's choice of store and influencing the overall perception of freshness of the brand. read more

Inflation is advancing almost everywhere, driven by the war, purchasing power is contracting, those who go shopping try to optimize their cart by paying attention to what they buy. Price becomes central in the choices, so retailers try to guide customers. read more

The prices offered to cherry growers in Greece have been decreasing in recent days due to the rise in product supply. "Cherries are eagerly awaited by the market, so the initial fruits from our region, which were harvested starting on April 25th, were purchased from local growers at 8 to 9 read more

Global airfreight volume dropped by 7% compared to the previous week during week 18 (April 27 to May 3) as the Mother's Day flower rush ended and Labor Day holidays reduced business activity in multiple countries. However, despite the decrease in demand and increased bellyhold capacity, airfreight pricing continued to rise. Preliminary data for April also showed... read more

European retail procurement in the peach and nectarine category is increasingly focused on supply stability, traceability, shelf life, cold chain management, packaging, and compliance with retailer specifications, according to David Saakyan, founder of BellyBella Fruit Company. "EU retailers" read more

Domestic supplies remained the mainstay of the market. Imported goods were scarce, with Polish products still being somewhat prominent in Berlin and Frankfurt. Deliveries from the Netherlands, Spain, and Italy were now rare, and Greek products had temporarily vanished. read more

The 2026 Northwest cherry season is approaching, with harvest expected to begin around May 25 to 27. While the season is expected to start with a slower ramp-up, promotable volumes are anticipated to become available from the second week of June, supporting early summer retail promotions. read more

Farmers in Nabinagar upazila in Bangladesh are increasing the cultivation of the Okinawa sweet potato variety as demand and yields continue to rise. The Japanese variety was first introduced on an experimental basis around three years ago. During the current season, cultivation expanded to nearly 30 acres. read more

The appearance of yellow vein chlorosis in citrus plantations in Alicante has raised significant concerns among farmers, as there is currently no treatment available for the virus. The only way to prevent its spread is by removing infected trees. Eradication efforts began in Camp d'Elx, where 600 lemon trees were removed. read more