The French organization Interfel is once again emphasizing affordability in its new campaign for fruits and vegetables, as consumer concerns about food budgets persist. read more

According to new research from Riverford, Brits are becoming more and more frustrated with major supermarkets stocking imported fruits and vegetables instead of sourcing the same produce from UK farms during the appropriate season. read more

The Netherlands are traditionally known as a strong potato producer. But how do they manage to impress German consumers with innovation and convenience? The family-owned company Quiks, in the potato business since 1932 and now led by the third generation, is leading the way. read more

Pea bruchid has been found in a commercial pea crop grown in the UK for the first time, confirmed by the Processors & Growers Research Organisation (PGRO). read more

Observers have been warning for some time that unrealistic US tariffs on South African fresh produce will push the country closer to Eastern markets. read more

According to the forecasts presented at Prognosfruit, the total Italian apple harvest is expected to be 2.2 million tons, which represents a decrease of 3% compared to the previous year. Approximately half of this harvest is from South Tyrol, with around 500,000 tons from Trentino. More detailed information on the... read more

As several local news outlets report, the Consejo de Gabinete - the country's executive decision-making body - passed Resolution No. 99-25 on August 26, authorizing the Ministry of Moltó to approve the resumption of business operations for Chiquita. read more

Panama's Minister of Commerce, Julio Moltó, has informed reporters that he will be holding a meeting with the owner and senior executives of Chiquita as part of the country's efforts to bring back the multinational company's banana production to the province of Bocas del Toro. read more

DP World has announced a UK industry milestone by introducing a new low-carbon truck program at its London Gateway and Southampton logistics hubs. read more

Fruitist, a snacking brand based in the United States, has just introduced Fruitist Snack Cups. These grab-and-go cups are a convenient option that aims to make fresh fruit as easy and appealing as your favorite packaged snacks, and even healthier. read more

This year's chanterelle season is now in its second half. Due to the drought in many parts of Europe, including the Balkan region, sourcing chanterelles was difficult at the beginning. Initially, there were slightly more delicate mushrooms available, while read more

Global berry producer-marketer Hortifrut aims to strengthen its dedication to the growth of the Asian market by participating in Asia Fruit Logistica 2025. read more

In 2024, Hortifrut IG Berries was awarded the "Impact" prize at the ASIA FRUIT AWARDS for its leadership in developing the berry category in India, which includes growing high-quality varieties, brand promotion, and commercial development. read more

"I am trying to provide reasons for it, even though it is very difficult and complex, because as always there is such a tangle of reasons that lead to the end result, that it is not always easy to identify and organize them, and furthermore, the effects are no longer local." read more

The International Fresh Produce Safety Symposium (IFPSS), organized by the Fresh Produce Safety Centre Australia & New Zealand, took place in Sydney on 28-30 July. The event brought together a wide range of speakers and delegates to discuss the future of food safety for fresh fruits. read more

The Romanian vegetable sector is still experiencing a decrease in competitiveness, as imports from countries like the Netherlands, Hungary, Poland, and Italy dominate supermarket shelves and market stalls. Local produce is finding it challenging to compete against these imported vegetables. read more

Tulip grower Ronico has produced 330 million tulip clusters – 200 million in their advanced greenhouse and 130 million in the open area. As a part of their commitment to sustainability, the company has decided to take gradual steps each year. A crucial move in this direction is the installation of their own solar panels. read more

A decrease in volume consumption but an increase in value, healthy export numbers, and a seasonality that is unmatched among stone fruits. The Italian plums are confirming their role as leaders in the sector at the moment, with sales extending all the way into November. This is what emerges from the Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor. read more

Biobest has recently enhanced its Side Effects app, a robust decision-support tool created to assist users in making informed decisions about pesticide usage, while safeguarding beneficial organisms crucial to IPM programs. The updated app provides more data points, additional user languages, and streamlines the process. read more

Podobnie jak w przypadku konwencjonalnych zbiorów winogron stołowych z Kalifornii, również organiczne plony są silne. „To był naprawdę dobry rok winogronowy” - mówi Rick Kilby z firmy Earl's Organic Produce. „Nasz dostęp był punktualny i o świetnej jakości. Łagodne lato to idealna pogoda dla...” read more