Kenya issued export certificates worth over US$38 million during its avocado export ban this year, leading to non-compliance and a nationwide shortage after early exports. This situation poses a risk to Kenya's standing in global markets, according to industry sources. read more

The global plant nursery supply chain will be the focus at MacfrutconPlant Nursery, at the Rimini Expo Centre from Tuesday 21st to Thursday 23rd April. A meeting point and platform for sharing insights on a strategic sector in the pre-harvest phase, valued at over 600 million euros, the event is organized by SOI (Società di). read more

Apofruit confirms its participation in Macfrut 2026, the international trade fair for fruit and vegetables scheduled to take place from April 21st to 23rd at the Rimini Expo Centre. The meeting for professionals and buyers will be held at Pavilion D1, booth 079 as always. During the event, Apofruit will showcase... read more

Mercadona puts its hand on the heart of its supermarket model and prepares a transformation that goes far beyond a simple store restyling. With Store 9 (Tienda 9 in Spanish and renamed T9), the Spanish chain inaugurates a new phase of its evolution: more space for... read more

Dr. Moturu, CEO and Co-Founder of fresh produce packaging manufacturer PeelON.inc, states that highly perishable produce such as leafy greens can greatly benefit from packaging to extend their shelf life. He mentions that fresh produce supply chains have traditionally relied on cold storage to preserve quality, especially for. read more

The French strawberry season is entering a crucial phase, with the first peak in Gariguette production and increasing volumes of round strawberries this week. After a delayed start to the season and a gradual increase in production, Emeline Vanespen, director of the Strawberries producers' association, is optimistic. read more

Dole Italia confirms its participation in Macfrut 2026 by presenting a new exhibition space and focusing on the campaign Doooolè! The fruit with an exclamation taste. The company will be present from April 21 to 23 at the Rimini Expo Centre (Hall B3 - Stand 75), where it will meet buyers, partners, and... read more

While winter rains and blue misty days continue in Whatcom County, signs of spring are starting to appear. Bright yellow daffodils are blooming along streets and in gardens, signaling the beginning of the growing season. Whatcom and Skagit counties have fertile soils, mild climates, and long periods of floral bloom. read more

The date of Fresh Market 2026 has been officially confirmed. read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced a collaboration to explore opportunities in the mango category, with a shared focus on identifying innovative commercially viable varieties that benefit growers, retailers, and consumers. read more

Sun World International and Mission Produce have announced a partnership to investigate possibilities in the mango industry, with a common goal of discovering innovative commercially successful mango varieties that will be advantageous for growers, retailers, and consumers. read more

South African supplier Capespan has confirmed that its chief executive officer Charl du Bois and chief financial officer Jolanda van Heerden have left the company. read more

Retailer Tesco is planning to introduce a new AI assistant that aims to assist its millions of customers in creating their shopping lists. read more

The pepper market is characterized by stability, with taste, convenience, and health being key factors driving sales. Growers are looking for traits such as disease resistance, climate resilience, and long shelf-life. read more