Chile's blueberry export industry is still flourishing, with the 2024-2025 season demonstrating strong performance due to high demand and effective strategic planning. As of week 2 in 2025, the Chilean Fruit Blueberry Committee reported total exports of 55,946 tons of blueberries. read more

The Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) reports potential shortages in fruits and vegetables due to the impact of Storm Éowyn. The storm has damaged tunnels and glasshouses, which are crucial for the cultivation of young plants this season. The IFA is calling for government support to prevent empty shelves. Niall McCormack, read more

A team of researchers from Chungnam National University in South Korea has developed an innovative edible biofilm that could revolutionize the food packaging industry. The new film, based on chitosan (CS) and gallic acid (GA), allows for the extension of the shelf life. read more

In 2024, the Colombian avocado sector faced significant challenges. "During the peak season when we were planning to concentrate on the European market, we encountered difficulties starting in week 42 due to oversupply of fruit in Europe. This led to a sharp decline in prices, and concurrently, the. read more

A recall has been issued for the D. Effe T. brand Lemon Delight and Tartlet with Forest Fruits in Canada due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting products distributed in Ontario. The recall covers all best-before dates up to and including December 11, 2025. The affected Lemon Delight... read more

Interko, which specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing fresh fruit ripening rooms, has recently undergone strategic restructuring to focus on its expertise in ripening. Last year, the company closed its on-site sheet metal production facility and hired more skilled personnel. read more

Fruit and vegetables are the essence of a UNESCO heritage such as the Mediterranean Diet, and Apofruit Italia takes a further step forward to ensure an offer increasingly focused on the quality and healthiness of its basket. The Romagna Cooperative, which aggregates more than all over Italy read more

The Agriculture and Food Authority in Kenya enforces the Crops (Horticulture Crops) Regulations, 2020, to ensure that only mature avocados are harvested and exported. This is done to sustain international markets and minimize disruptions in the crop cycle caused by the harvesting of immature fruit, which can lead to... read more

A study from Tianjin Medical University General Hospital in China suggests that drinking red grape juice can significantly lower the risk of erectile dysfunction (ED). Researchers found that men who consumed it at least five times a week had up to an 80% reduced risk. The effect is linked to the. read more

"We are thrilled to announce the release of version 2 of our ozone treatment system, marking a notable advancement in our dedication to offering sustainable and efficient solutions for maintaining the freshness and quality of fresh produce," stated Helmut Leili, CEO at Flavour Shield. "With its read more

MSC will be exhibiting at the inaugural Transport Logistic Africa event, scheduled to take place from February 19-21 in Nairobi, Kenya. This event will gather important stakeholders from various segments of the logistics industry, such as maritime shipping, rail networks, road transportation, and air freight. Being a prominent industry player read more

Research is taking a step forward in precision agriculture thanks to an innovative machine learning model based on artificial intelligence. The new system uses hyperspectral imaging to assess the quality of tomatoes before harvesting, offering to read more

Sezon marokańskich miękkich cytrusów przebiega pomyślnie, z kalendarzami clementine i nadorcott trwającymi do połowy kwietnia przed pojawieniem się późnych odmian. Według Mourada Seghieriego, dyrektora generalnego Romana Fruits, sezon charakteryzuje się znacznym wzrostem wolumenów, szczególnie w read more

The cultivation of avocados in the Valencian Community is rapidly expanding. As of 2023, the total acreage had reached 3,700 hectares, showing a nearly 19% increase from the previous year. Specifically, the 695 hectares of first-year plantations contributed to this growth. read more

The Fino lemon season is now in its second part, and despite some losses caused by the weather, Ailimpo reports that the campaign is progressing well, with supply and demand in balance. "The initial estimate indicated that this season's production in Spain would reach 1,260,000 tons, which represents read more

Hapag-Lloyd has released its preliminary financial results for 2024, showing a slight increase in EBITDA and EBIT compared to 2023. The transport volume rose by 5% to 12.5 million TEU, while the average freight rate remained unchanged from the previous year. These figures are based on preliminary and unaudited data. read more

According to EastFruit, Morocco has been consistently increasing its imports of shelled almonds from the USA. In the first 11 months of 2024, the country imported over 35,000 tons of almonds, with a total value of $174.5 million. This marks an 18% increase compared to 2023 and sets a new record. read more

Alexandra Farms is currently cultivating Sahara Sensation, a variety developed by Dümmen Orange. Sahara Sensation is commonly found in the market as a spray rose. Responding to feedback from floral designers requesting more focal flowers in sandy, nude tones, Alexandra Farms started growing Sahara. read more

"Pears are selling well again after New Year," says Christophe Van Haelst of VHM Fruit Trade. "We never completely stopped, but things always slow down a bit around the holidays. This trend becomes more noticeable each year, but the quieter that period is, the busier January tends to be. Now, read more

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