A season that had started with the best quantitative and qualitative premises, but is now dealing with the consequences of the hurricane that hit the coastal area of Sicily about ten days ago. The Red Orange of Sicily Igp supply chain has been read more

With over 100 years of know-how in calibration, sorting, and packaging solutions, UNnitec is now bringing its technologies into the date sector. The challenge is clear: in a global market that raises the bar on perceived quality and shelf-life performance, innovative solutions are needed. read more

Global Plant Genetics has reported that recent commercial field visits in the Huelva region of southern Spain have confirmed the early production characteristics of its Tropical Blue blueberry variety. Observations across several grower sites indicate that the variety is producing fruit very early in the season. read more

A strong beginning of New Zealand's cherry season was disrupted by weather conditions during harvest, affecting the expected export volumes, according to a grower from Central Otago. Initially, a significant cherry harvest was anticipated to increase export revenue by 5 per cent to US$130 million. read more

At Fruit Logistica, Italmercati confirms its presence with a dedicated corner, alongside the exhibition spaces of the Markets of Padua, Fondi, Verona, and Emilia Romagna Markets. This participation is part of the process of enhancing the role of wholesale markets. read more

For 65 years, the American Floral Endowment (AFE) has been at the forefront of advancements in the floral industry, providing funding for research, education, and professional development that has driven innovation and supported the growth, evolution, and success of the floral community. Founded in 1961, AFE was established with a clear... read more

Belgium: HelloFresh opens a pop-up store for last-minute decision makers
HelloFresh has opened "The No-Need-To-Go-To-The-Store Store" at Antwerp Central Station, where commuters can pick up a complete meal kit to prepare at home. The pop-up will later move to Utrecht.
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Today, strawberries are a reference point capable of overseeing the fruit and vegetable department for much of the year, meeting the needs of continuity, planning, and differentiation of modern distribution. It is in this direction that the work of Naturitalia fits in, which has started the... read more

The cherry industry in New Zealand is currently experiencing one of its most challenging seasons in decades, as heavy rain and wind in Central Otago have significantly reduced export volumes and resulted in a large amount of fruit being diverted to processing or waste disposal. Gary Bignell, a processor at Eden Orchards, stated that the 2025-26 season is proving to be particularly difficult. read more

The floriculture sector in Turkey produces and exports four carnation varieties developed by the Western Mediterranean Agricultural Research Institute (BATEM) to 37 countries. Ayse Serpil Kaya, an agricultural engineer at BATEM, and her team conducted breeding studies on native flowers as part of this effort. read more

Nasz zespół obecnie przebywa w Berlinie, aby relacjonować wydarzenie Fruit Logistica, co oznacza, że w czwartek i piątek nie będzie publikacji FreshPlaza. Wrócimy w poniedziałek, 9 lutego, aby przynieść Wam wszystkie nowości z branży świeżych produktów! Do zobaczenia w Berlinie? Nasze stoisko znajdziecie w hali. read more

Climate change is clearly making its presence felt in Morocco this season. Just a few weeks ago, farmers were dealing with a prolonged drought that had been ongoing for seven years. Now, after continuous rainfall, dams are overflowing, leading to fears of flooding, particularly in northern Morocco, where the entire. read more

With 43 exhibitors, the Italian Fruit Village confirms itself as the main space for discussion and promotion of Italian fruits and vegetables at Fruit Logistica. read more

Unaproa, the National Union of Fruit and Vegetable Producer Organizations, confirms its participation in Fruit Logistica, the main international fair dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector, scheduled to take place in Berlin. read more

Tasacados are grown in the north-west region of Tasmania, where the cool temperatures, clean water, and consistent growing conditions are ideal for avocado production. "It's a region we are familiar with and has established a solid reputation for high-quality horticulture over the years," said Mark Kable from Harvest Moon. read more

The Berry Con conference, which took place on January 15th in Nałęczów, not only provided an opportunity to acquire current knowledge but also to summarize the past season and draw some conclusions for the upcoming one. Experts from Greenovatica company shared their observations during the event. read more

Ethylene is one of the most potent factors influencing post-harvest behavior, as it accelerates fruit ripening while also promoting uniform ripening, improved texture, enhanced flavor for consumers, and reduced food wastage. Even at very low concentrations, ethylene can initiate ripening and aging processes. read more

As Ramadan approaches, the demand for dates is at its peak worldwide, making it the most dynamic sales period for this fruit. The Ramadan period not only presents an opportunity to drive sales volumes but also to encourage consistent and regular consumption of dates. read more

Spain's organic production sector is not worried about the arrival of organic products from Mercosur countries in the European market through the free trade agreement. However, it is calling on EU authorities to guarantee reciprocity in the enforcement of this agreement to protect Spanish organic farmers and... read more

Extremely acidic, impossible to bite into and inedible raw: what fruit are we talking about? Perhaps some Sardinian readers have already guessed. It's the "pompia," a citrus fruit that can only be eaten when cooked. To appreciate its flavor, one must hollow it out, boil the peel, and slow-cook it in honey. read more