At Fruitbedrijf Jongerius in Houten, the hard fruit harvest is in full swing. "We are currently harvesting Elstar apples and have a good crop. For Conference pears, we are seeing an average harvest this year, although the yields are much higher than last year when we had very few pears," says Norbert Jongerius. read more

Morocco has broken a new seasonal record for tomato exports, reaching 745,000 tons during the 2024/25 season (July-June), as reported by data from the Office des Changes via Global Trade Tracker and cited by EastFruit. Export earnings amounted to almost US$1.2 billion, representing an 8.3% increase from the previous year. read more

Latvian vegetable growers are reporting one of the most challenging years in recent memory, with rainy and cool weather causing harvests to be reduced by half in some regions and resulting in no yield at all for some farms. According to Zemgale Regional Television, crops like potatoes and pumpkins have been heavily affected. read more

Russian prosecutors are pursuing the seizure of assets belonging to businessman Denis Shtengelov, who is connected to the Dutch vegetable company HAK through his ownership structures. According to Russian authorities, Shtengelov is accused of supporting Ukraine's armed forces. read more

The new campaign for exporting Italian fruit by sea has started. While the production prospects, especially for apples and kiwis, look positive, logistics remains a complex field with improvements and new challenges. IFN discussed this with Riccardo Martini. read more

Since this week, the harvesting of the Coryphée apple, developed by Belgian breeder Zouk, has started. Approximately 45 hectares of this apple, which was nominated for the Product Made in Limburg award last year, are now being harvested. "The new season is shaping up very well. At the Bangels family's farm, one..." read more

Italian shopping carts are becoming increasingly greener due to the continuous growth in the purchase of plant-based products, which in 2024 involved more than 15 million families, reaching an absolute penetration rate of 59.3%. These are the latest data collected by YouGov Shopper, a leader in the industry. read more

​Fresh Market 2025 will host a large delegation of twenty Turkish companies exporting fresh fruits and vegetables, representing diverse segments of the country’s dynamically growing sector. read more

NIAB, Nanjing Agricultural University in China, along with a team of international partners, has developed new technology for measuring fruit trees in three dimensions with unparalleled accuracy. read more

The new and large-scale research project "POMORROW - Potatoes for tomorrow" pursues no less a goal than the accelerated breeding of climate-resilient, robust, and high-performance potato varieties. This project is funded by the Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space Travel (BMFTR). read more

SanLucar is continuing its expansion in Asia, with its most recent market entry being Singapore last year. The brand is now also present in Hong Kong, Malaysia, and central China. read more

"With a special focus on Chinese purple garlic, this Andean region stands out not only for its geographical location but also for the high yield of its crops, which exceeded 10 tons per hectare in the last season," he says. read more

Plant Sciences Genetics is a research field that focuses on understanding the genetic mechanisms underlying plant traits and behaviors. This field combines principles of genetics and plant science to improve crop yield, resilience, and quality.

In terms of operations, researchers in Plant Sciences Genetics use various techniques such as genome sequencing, gene editing, and quantitative genetics to study plant genomes and identify genes responsible for specific traits. By identifying these genes, scientists can develop new plant varieties through selective breeding or genetic engineering.

Additionally, Plant Sciences Genetics research often involves studying the interactions between plants and their environment, including responses to stressors such as drought, pests, and diseases. This research aims to develop plants that are more adaptable to changing environmental conditions and can contribute to sustainable agriculture practices.

Overall, Plant Sciences Genetics plays a crucial role in advancing plant breeding and biotechnology to address global food security challenges and improve agricultural sustainability. read more

In 2024, about 300 nests were reported. As of early September this year, there are already 1,213 nests. It is expected that this number will continue to rise in the coming months. This growth indicates that the Asian hornet has permanently established itself in Zeeland. read more

Consumers are still looking for value in their grocery shopping as children return to school, according to the most recent data from Worldpanel by Numerator. read more

After the record year of 2019 with 430 tons, the harvest of parsley root has increased again in the last three years, as reported by the Agricultural Information Service (LID). According to the Swiss Central Office for Vegetable Growing and Special Crops (SZG), the quantity has doubled since then. read more

Phoebe Scherer, the technical lab manager at Apata in Tauranga, has won the prestigious 2025 Young Grower national title hosted by Horticulture New Zealand. Scherer was also the champion in the Bay of Plenty region. read more

But what does this mean for the fruit and vegetable industry? Where are the opportunities? Where are the limitations? read more

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Asiafruit Magazine, the Asia Fruit Knowledge Centre organized a three-day program that kicked off with a high-level panel discussion at the Asiafruit Congress. The discussion focused on reflecting on the changes in Asia's market over the last thirty years. read more

The members of AGUAPAN - farming families who act as "guardians" preserving hundreds of traditional varieties - are not only safeguarding a unique cultural heritage, but also a crucial foundation for future food security. The old varieties possess read more