The West African origins of mangoes are currently under close examination this season, primarily because of the "high number of cases of non-compliance with Tephritidae" (fruit flies), an organism that is subject to quarantine regulations in the European Union. Mango interprofessions in the region are alarmed and anxious to prevent any issues from arising. read more

Cool Carriers has received the first ship in a new series of specialized reefer carriers built by Kitanihon Shipbuilding in Japan. The vessel, named Snow Flower, was delivered on March 4. The new Type Reefer Carriers are designed to transport 5,000 high-cube pallets of perishable fruit. read more

Grape importers are reflecting on a challenging international season. "The recent weeks have been particularly tough. Delays have been a common occurrence, with a significant amount of fruit spending extended periods on the dock in South Africa and during transit. Consequently, a considerable proportion of grapes arrived in poor..." read more

In 2025, consumer spending in Italy increased by +2%, reaching a total value of 191 billion euros. Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector confirmed a positive trend in value, growing by +3% to 133 billion euros, while the Tech & Durables sector... read more

Morocco's pistachio imports hit a record high in 2025, exceeding 4,000 tons for the first time, as reported by EastFruit. In the previous year, the country imported 4,050 tons of pistachios worth USD 33.9 million, marking a 27.5% increase from 2024 and setting a new all-time high in terms of volume. read more

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released a report demonstrating how airfreight has played a crucial role in supporting Peru's rise as one of the top exporters of fresh produce in the world. read more