Nigeria is the second-largest producer of ginger in the world, accounting for 16% of global production in 2023. Despite this, the country captures less than 3% of global export revenues and remains outside the top ten exporters. Nigeria has, however, become the leading global exporter in the palm oil industry. read more

The harvest of SnapDragon apples has begun, and this year is expected to be the largest one yet. Due to the higher production volume, consumers can look forward to enjoying this variety at least until mid-spring. Although SnapDragon is only commercially grown in the eastern part of the U.S., its... read more

In recent weeks, reading about the establishment of the Transnational Union of Producer Organizations (TUPO), translated into Italian as a transnational AOP, between two giants of the Northern European cooperative fruit and vegetable sector, the Dutch company The Greenery and the Belgian company BelOrta, I hoped that someone... read more

Citrocide® Fresh-Cut technology, developed by Citrosol to enhance the hygienic, safe, and sustainable washing of minimally processed fruits and vegetables, was the standout feature of Kronen Customer Day 2025. The event took place on September 25-26 in Kehl am Rhein and brought together more than 200 participants from 45. read more

Imports of fresh cranberries into the UK have been increasing by approximately 30% each year, and this trend is expected to continue this year as well. Demand from retailers, wholesalers, and the food service sector is on the rise as the cranberry category expands. Fruit World International is one of the leading importers of cranberries in the UK. The company... read more

Italian wholesale markets played a prominent role at the last edition of Fruit Attraction, with a significant participation that exceeded that of many other countries. This presence confirms the dynamism of the sector and Italmercati's commitment to consolidating it. read more

The Chilean blueberry industry is currently undergoing a deep transformation in response to growing competition in global markets. However, the mood is positive, as seen, for example, during the recent International Blueberry Organization (IBO) Summit.

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Digitalization is being widely adopted by the industry, as indicated in the recently released Floriculture Trend Report. However, this trend also brings about major cybersecurity challenges. This is why the gradual implementation of multi-factor authentication (MFA) will become a mandatory requirement. read more

Do you run an orchard or berry farm where modern solutions are implemented, and a focus on quality and innovation is a daily routine? If so, we warmly invite you to participate in the "Fruit Grower of the Year 2025" competition organized by TSW. read more

The banana sector in the Canary Islands has requested the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food to provide the complete text and timeline of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with Ecuador. They are also asking for public clarification regarding the actual extent of the agreement. This request has been submitted. read more

"The imported apple season in India has just begun, with the initial shipments of Iran's Royal Gala apples already available in the market. Fresh arrivals from other sources are anticipated in the following weeks," reported Shashank Srivastav from the fresh produce import-export network, Ninja Global. "We are observing a positive start." read more

Wyspy Kanaryjskie odnotowały trzykrotny wzrost przesyłek awokado na Półwysep Iberyjski i rynki europejskie w 2024 roku w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem, jak podaje radca regionalny ds. rolnictwa, hodowli, rybołówstwa i suwerenności żywnościowej, Narvay Quintero, podczas. read more

For over 37 years, Sanifruit has been committed to developing natural solutions that help prolong the shelf life of different crops. "We have solid data demonstrating the amount of food waste we can prevent per crop. We offer customized proposals for each customer, based on scientific research." read more

The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has officially been recognized as an affiliate of the Bee Campus USA program, joining a growing network of colleges, universities, and communities dedicated to establishing healthy, sustainable habitats for pollinators. This certification speaks volumes about... read more

Markets in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack continue to showcase local crops of Odisha such as mangoes, bananas, guavas, and pineapples. Additionally, there is a growing presence of imported fruits and vegetables, indicating a change in consumer preferences and culinary habits. In the past decade, broccoli has also gained popularity in these markets. read more

Fresh fruit and vegetables in the UK are under pressure due to ongoing global food inflation affecting the supply chain. Increasing input costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable weather are impacting margins and availability for growers and suppliers. While food inflation has slightly eased, the challenges persist. read more

For years, Tesco has been committed to ensuring the consumption of fruits and vegetables in schools through various initiatives. For the second year in a row, they have launched the Fruit and Vegetable for Schools program. "Schools have told us about the positive impact that the Tesco Fruit and Veg for Schools program has had". read more

In the past few years, we have witnessed growers making advancements in stimulating plant growth using simple techniques. The emphasis on precision has driven this progress. By altering our approach, we saw noticeable results after just one growth cycle. With relatively straightforward investments, depending on the location, this progress has been achievable. read more

Morocco's berry sector is transitioning from strawberries to raspberries and blueberries due to changing market conditions, profitability, and increased demand from Europe. In the 2024-2025 season, Morocco exported 64,400 tons of raspberries valued at almost US$487 million, representing a 13.8% increase from the. read more

Olivia Turner remembers her mother Deborah assigning a section of the garden to her and another to her brother most weekends on their farm in Riversdale. "I recall wanting a larger plot and wishing to have the freedom to choose what to plant in it, rather than just accepting what was already there." read more