Global demand for nuts is steadily increasing, driven by dietary trends and their use in processed products. South Africa is expanding its export market as production and market access improve. Trade data is available from the World Trade Organization and the UN Conference on Trade and Development. read more

The colder-than-expected winter weather has affected the early melon crops in Messara and Tympaki on the island of Crete, Greece. Mr. Ilias Martimianakis, owner of the local trading company Martim Martim, emphasizes that "Early crops are for those who are adventurous. This implies that they have the potential to yield good results." read more

For the fresh produce sector in Europe, sustainability in 2026 is no longer just about ESG positioning. It is increasingly becoming a matter of operational economics. The focus of the discussion is moving from general reputation stories to tangible business metrics: yield stability, batch. read more

Quality and freshness are at the heart of the new online campaign by Lidl Italy. With the slogan "The Beat of Freshness," the retail chain has relied on original experts in the field to show what it means to be a reference point in the fruits and vegetables department. read more

Cytrusy stały się stałym elementem spożycia w Chinach, począwszy od mandarynek o wczesnej dojrzałości, poprzez świeże pomarańcze navel aż po lemoniadę sprzedawaną przez cały rok. Produkcja przekroczyła 70 milionów ton w 2025 roku, a wydajność na jednostkę wzrosła o ponad 21 procent w ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat. read more

BioSikelia makes its debut at Macfrut 2026 with organic avocados and mangoes grown in Sicily, specifically in Siracusa, aiming to strengthen its positioning in the fruit and vegetable sector with sustainable tropical productions of high quality. read more

The company leading in the production and distribution of high-quality premium fresh fruit, will be the protagonist at the 43rd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for fruit and vegetables. Dole will showcase its wide range of fruit, both exotic and non-exotic, in a completely renovated stand in Rimini. read more

Pierwsze regionalne szparagi sezonu wczesnowiosennego pojawiły się już na zurychskim rynku hurtowym 20 marca. "Obecnie uprawiamy ogrzewane szparagi na trzech hektarach i udało nam się rozpocząć około tydzień wcześniej niż w poprzednich latach" - relacjonuje Fabian Kummer z gospodarstwa szparagowego Schmitterhof. read more

Gavita International has expanded its team with the appointments of Huub Welles as Commercial Director and Michel Hacken as Head of Product. Both professionals bring extensive industry experience and a strong track record in driving commercial success and product innovation, and they will play key roles in the company. read more

"We are currently halfway through the winter vegetable season. We still have most of our products available, including Swiss chard, Catalogna chicory, puntarelle, parsley, fennel, broccoli, black cabbage, Romanesco cauliflower, and turnip greens. Additionally, we are in the process of transplanting our spring and summer crops." read more

Nuovafrutta is a Milan-based company that historically focused on ethnically diverse tropical crops. Since the start of the pandemic, the company has seen significant growth in the Mediterranean vegetable sector, especially in the last 24 months. Its sales volumes have increased in both sectors. read more

At Maatschap Van Overbeke, a strawberry growing operation based in Waregem, Belgium, the season is approaching but has not yet begun. "We expect the first harvest in about ten days. The first fruits are starting to color, but we haven't started picking yet. Everything depends on the weather. read more

At Freshchoi, the season for Chinese vegetables from Dutch greenhouses has started again. "We are pleased to begin our own Dutch production again. The Spanish season for Asian leafy crops had its ups and downs due to flooding. This led to an inconsistent supply and high prices during the winter." read more

Satori SA has introduced a range of fruits including meticulously ripened pitayas, mangoes, avocados, and mini bananas called 'Bananito'. This Gustoline is distributed globally at the height of freshness and flavor. The company has also created a retail concept that prioritizes consumer experience, including innovative packaging. read more

The State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection is working on opening the market of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for Ukrainian plant and livestock products, according to the agency's head Serhii Tkachuk. During an international business trip to Asia, the leadership of the agency discussed potential trade opportunities with Vietnamese officials. read more

After signing off on a successful European campaign, Kissabel® is ready to return to the southern hemisphere supported by growth in volumes and many brand awareness initiatives. A new chapter in the global development of the innovative range of colored-flesh apples. read more

Emilia Lewandowska, office manager for Fruit-Group, states that the challenging apple season in Turkey has led to a rise in demand for Polish apples this year. She explains, "Our season has been quite steady with no significant issues regarding raw material shortages. Lately, we have observed a growing demand." read more