In early January, young courgette plants were planted once again at CourgetteFleur Zwinkels in the Netherlands. Every year, the challenge is to ensure optimal plant growth, developing a strong structure that forms a solid foundation for the entire season. Weather conditions play a significant role. read more

BASF | Nunhems is organizing a meeting next Thursday, February 6th, in Mérida, with producers and technicians of processing tomatoes, where the focus will be on

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South African fresh produce exporters are gearing up to present their products on a global platform at the upcoming Fruit Logistica Berlin 2025. With backing from the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition, a South African National Pavilion will showcase the country's flourishing industry. read more

With the award-winning Softripe, exotic fruits are ripening fully automatically in twelve countries - controlled by intelligent AI software. The result: organic ripening at the highest level and a new dimension in fruit quality. Frigotec made a splash at the last Fruit Logistica with its read more

Rosja pozostaje głównym importerem gruzińskich owoców, z silnym popytem na brzoskwinie, mandarynki i jagody. Według agencji statystycznej Gruzji, kraj w 2024 roku wyeksportował owoce o wartości 98,7 miliona dolarów do Rosji, co stanowi wzrost o 3,2% w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. Brzoskwinie stanowiły największy udział.

Russia remains the top buyer of Georgian fruits, with strong demand for peaches, mandarins, and berries. According to Georgia's statistics agency, the country exported $98.7 million worth of fruit to Russia in 2024, a 3.2% increase from the previous year. Peaches accounted for the largest share. read more

The Dutch growers association Fossa Eugenia has a strong presence in the winter vegetable market. They offer a diverse range of products such as carrots, leeks, celeriac, chicory, and different types of cabbage. With the addition of new growers, their organic selection is expanding, especially in the organic sector. read more

The Mela di Verona project is evolving with the creation of Mela Veneta srl, a new business established by cooperatives and private warehouses in the Verona and surrounding areas. The goal of this new company is to enhance the marketing of local apples under the "Mela di Verona" brand. This brand, for which the PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) has been obtained, represents a significant step towards promoting and protecting the unique apples grown in this region. read more

Water lentils, a protein-rich and environmentally friendly plant, have been officially approved as a vegetable in Europe, opening up new possibilities for the global protein transition. Despite being widely consumed in parts of Asia, they are still largely unfamiliar in Western diets. In order for this crop to gain... read more

The most recent price data for fresh produce shows diverse trends in the pricing of essential commodities, with some items experiencing price hikes while others have observed decreases. Apples from the Cox's Orange group saw a significant increase in average price, rising from 1.27 to 1.36 per kg, indicating a weekly... read more

Lorentzen & Sievers (L&S) will be attending Fruit Logistica in Berlin again this year. The expert discussions at the exhibition stand have proven particularly valuable, and this year's guest at the stand will be Henning Kleinespel from the German Fruit Trade Association. read more

The holiday season is always a great time for sales, but Selenella did not expect such a success. "We exceeded 5200 tons in December," says Massimo Cristiani, president of the Consorzio Patata Italiana di Qualità (Italian Quality Potato Consortium), "which proves that consumers trust our product." read more

Argos Packaging is now an official partner of Bio4Pack and will exclusively sell their Paddy Straw trays in the Netherlands. Patrick Gerritsen, director of Bio4Pack, stated: "After several discussions with various parties, we found Argos to be the best partner to start increasing sales of. read more

The Pink Lady apple represents a valuable project that, for 25 years, has brought together the main players in the fruit and vegetable sector in a participatory and collaborative model managed by an association. In this new episode of freshtalks, which we have brought to the field, we explore the. read more

The Spanish Hass avocado season, which comes before the Lamb Hass season, has begun in the Valencian Community after facing initial challenges with supply. A larger volume of fruit is anticipated this season, although some areas have had issues with achieving good sizes, resulting in average sales up to this point. read more

The Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers-Exporters of the Region of Murcia (Proexport) joins as a sponsor of the Entorno Huertano Azahar Tradiciones inaugurated in the city of

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Clementines and mandarins are the protagonists of the fruit and vegetable department during their respective seasons, thanks to their excellent nutritional profile; rich in vitamins and convenient, they are ideal as snacks even on the go. However, in recent years, difficulties in the fields have affected the quality, leading to... read more

Planasa, a global breeder of next-generation berry varieties, has announced the acquisition of ABZ Seeds, a well-known breeder of seed-propagated F1 hybrid strawberry varieties. This strategic acquisition represents a significant milestone in Planasa's expansion into the rapidly growing market of F1 hybrid strawberries. read more

Process optimization and real-time access to detailed information are essential for making correct decisions in the fruit and vegetable sector. The sector deals with a large number of products and formats, as well as a high volume of labor, making it necessary to have tools that can help in this regard. read more

The most recent price data for fresh fruit imports shows a slight decrease in average weekly prices for various major supplying countries. In Colombia, the average price per unit declined from 0.95 to 0.94, indicating a 1% decrease. Similarly, Costa Rica also saw a drop in average price from... read more

Orsero returns to Fruit Logistica, the world's leading trade fair for the fresh produce sector. The event will take place in Berlin from tomorrow until February 7th, and will see the participation of over 2,500 exhibitors from 86 countries. The exhibition space dedicated to Orsero read more