When we think of Calabria, and especially Piana di Sibari, the image that often comes to mind is that of a small, orange, fragrant, and very sweet 'sun': the clementine. But this fruit is much more than just a treat for the palate. For this area, it is a true 'identity product'. read more

A gradatic storm in early June caused significant damage to apple crops in fifteen villages in the Zainapora constituency of Jammu and Kashmir, impacting over 2,000 orchardists, as per a government statement. This was disclosed in a written response to a query posed by MLA Showkat Hussain Ganie. read more

Holland: Former Lidl and Superunie executive Boudewijn van den Brand joins Jumbo

Jumbo is making several changes to its management team. Chief Financial Officer Peter van Erp, Sales Director Anrico Maat, and Supply Chain Director Karel de Jong are leaving the company, while Boudewijn van den Brand is joining. read more

Kenyan macadamia growers are urging the government to lift the export ban on unprocessed nuts due to low farmgate prices and excess stock in producing areas. They suggest permitting the export of up to 30 percent of annual production to Chinese companies. Kenya currently produces approximately 61,000 tons of macadamia nuts. read more

Hello Kitty Japanese Fruit Hunt mobile game has been launched in Asia. read more

Richard Emanuel, a seasoned professional in the UK fruit industry who was employed by both Optimus Fruit and Gilgrove at New Covent Garden Market, has passed away at the age of 43. Born at St Helier Hospital on July 8, 1982, Richard was raised in Sutton and Tadworth, went to local schools, and later The read more

When we talk about small citrus fruits, we are referring to a group that is essential to our market. However, examining the numbers in Italy (2025 data) reveals the clear frontrunner: the clementine. It accounts for an impressive 74.7% of the total production of small citrus fruits, amounting to... read more

Angel Gamarra Condori, the president of the Peruvian Association of Mango Producers (Promango), stated that Peru anticipates the 2025/2026 mango season to be longer than usual, continuing until April. Nevertheless, the country is still projected to export over 250,000 tons of fresh mangoes this season, which is a decrease from the previous season. read more

Fruit grower Mieczysław Socha from the village of Głazów in Poland has reported harvesting what is believed to be the largest apple ever grown in the country. The fruit, of the Mutsu variety, weighed more than 1.5 kilograms immediately after being picked, but later measured 1.327 kilograms. read more

Lidl Italy has launched the fourth edition of Lidl 2 your career, a dual training program developed in collaboration with AHK Italy, the Italian-German Chamber of Commerce, and a network of national Higher Technical Institutes (ITS). Started in 2022, the initiative has recorded significant read more

Provisional crop yield estimates from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) indicate that gross yields for ware potatoes and seed onions in the Netherlands have reached their highest levels in 25 years in 2025. The gross yield for ware potatoes is expected to be almost 37% higher than in 2024. read more

Pears remain an underrated fruit in the grocery store produce section. Despite being nutrient-dense and versatile, they often go unnoticed. Current pear buyers tend to be between the ages of 30 and 65, with a strong peak in the 40 to 55 age group. These shoppers are loyal, diverse, and read more

From the end of October, the Envy apple is back on the shelves, ready for a new communication campaign based on its strong connection with the world of fashion. Once again, it will be a star at Milan Fashion Week, walking down the runway. read more

Over the past decade, Morocco has become one of the most active players in the global blueberry market. In the 2024 campaign, Moroccan blueberry exports reached around 74,000 tons, a 15% increase compared to 2023, according to data from the Moroccan Interprofessional Federation of Fruits. read more

Banana exports from India have seen a significant increase this month, according to Prasad Chavan from India-based Acres EXIM. "Our banana exports have been doing exceptionally well this quarter, with a rise in demand from our key markets, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Export volumes have increased by approximately 15% this." read more

The campaigns for leeks and radicchio from the Veneto region are gaining momentum. With the push of Halloween, pumpkin is the undisputed star of the week. The still warm weather is slowing down the demand for different products such as chestnuts and clementines. Prices are also up by as much as 10% compared to last year for these. read more

After the success of Fragola Matera, from Basilicata comes Kiwy Matera, the yellow kiwi of the Top Gold variety, cultivated using sustainable agricultural techniques by Nicofruit, a brand of the Frutthera Growers producers' organization. Harvested at perfect ripeness, produced with. read more

On November 26, 2025, producers, advisors, scientists, and enthusiasts of berry cultivation will meet at the Berry Forum to collectively set the direction for the development of this extremely important industry for Polish horticulture. Tickets for the conference are still available (click here), so read more

Terra Nova Nurseries is responding to market demand for trailing foliage by introducing three signature collections of heucherella and tiarella. These collections feature popular cultivars known for their cascading growth and reliable performance from production and retail to landscaping. read more

Najnowsze dane dotyczące rynku bananów nie wykazują większych zmian cen w kluczowych regionach pochodzenia w tym tygodniu. Średnie ceny pozostały stabilne na poziomie 0,93 funta za kilogram, a większość krajów dostawczych utrzymała poziomy z poprzedniego tygodnia. Kolumbia była jedynym eksporterem, który odnotował pewne zmiany, zanotowano tam lekkie obniżenie o 1%. read more