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On September 5th in Karczmiska, the final of the Blueberry Factory 2025 took place - a nationwide event that gathers blueberry growers and enthusiasts. It is a unique place where dozens of experiments in the field of blueberry cultivation techniques and protection are conducted. read more

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Zimbabwe's blueberry industry has been granted permission to export its fruit to China, after a state visit to Beijing. read more

Chris White visited the Loire Valley in France to observe how apple production can be adapted to cope with the challenges posed by climate change. read more

From September 3-5, Joy Wing Mau Group made a stunning presence at Asia Fruit Logistica, revealing its innovative exhibition pavilion themed ‘Floral & Fruitful World’. The event featured strategic partnerships, signing ceremonies, cutting-edge forum insights, and heartfelt interactions with global partners. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica confirmed its position as the leading global trade platform for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry in Asia on September 3-5, 2025 in Hong Kong, with increased international participation. read more

Brazil is the only country in South America prepared for TR4. The Tropical Race 4, previously known as Panama Disease, has not yet arrived in Brazil, but has been identified in neighboring countries such as Colombia (2019), Peru (2020), and Venezuela (2023). read more

"We are thrilled with the success of ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025. The commitment of our exhibitors, trade visitors, and high-ranking industry representatives from around the world during the three days of the fair was phenomenal," said David Axiotis, Managing Director of Global Produce Events, the organizer. read more

"We are thrilled with the success of ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025. The commitment of our exhibitors, trade visitors, and high-level industry representatives from around the world during the three days of the fair was phenomenal," said David Axiotis, Managing Director of Global Produce Events, the organizer. read more

The supply of salad cucumbers is limited. The shorter days and especially the cool nights are affecting the flowering and the growth of the fruits. The harvest quantities are decreasing. Both from German cultivation and from the Benelux region, smaller quantities are available. read more

According to the meteorological monitoring platform Banaclima, a total of 1,500 mm of precipitation was recorded in just three months in the second half of 2024. read more

The roots of the project lie in the 'Karman Fellowship Program'. This international one-year leadership program is designed to promote trust, independent dialogue, and collaboration among 15 exceptional individuals each year, who possess the ability, ambition, and expertise. read more

The available supply quantities are sufficient for the seasonally typical demand situation. Domestic sales are steady and there is also a noticeable increase in export inquiries towards South and Southeast Europe. Producer prices are able to hold steady at the level of the previous week. read more

As Janaswamy emphasizes, many consumers eat at least one banana daily. "After consumption, the peel is simply discarded. But what if we could find a use for the peel that also helps reduce plastic waste?" read more

The Tomélon season, featuring the mini watermelon grown by Tomeco and distributed by Coöperatie Hoogstraten, is gradually drawing to a close. "We are pleased with how the season has progressed. Thanks to solid agreements with our customers, we have effectively managed production peaks as planned. read more

South Africa's largest ginger and garlic importer, Bosina Food, is currently interviewing candidates for the position of farm manager on their newly-acquired vegetable farm south of Tzaneen. They have big plans to establish a ginger crop on the farm in the future. read more

The farming sector in Latvia is facing one of the most challenging seasons in recent history, with losses already estimated at hundreds of millions of euros, as reported by LSM+. Experts caution that the country is effectively turning into a "risk farming zone" due to the unpredictability brought by climate change. read more

Według Juana Ariasa, prezesa Izby Handlowej, firma bananowa Chiquita rozpocznie zatrudnianie pierwszych 3 000 pracowników do swoich plantacji w Bocas del Toro we wrześniu, po chwilowej zawieszeniu działalności. Plan zakłada zatrudnienie dodatkowych 2 000 pracowników w lutym 2026 roku, osiągając w sumie… read more

Yesterday was a historic day for trade in fresh produce between New Zealand and India. APMC Vashi from Navi Mumbai introduced the Rouge Apple from New Zealand for the first time in India. "This moment will be remembered in the history of our fresh produce trade," said Rohan Satish Ursal of Purander. read more