Morocco’s avocado success story sounds like a horticultural fairy tale: in a short span of time, a serene part of North Africa has transformed into one of the most promising new suppliers of this creamy, green fruit. For retailers and importers in search of exceptional produce, Moroccan avocados provide a unique option. read more

The Karnataka State Mango Development and Marketing Corporation (KSMDMC) has expanded its Karsiri portal to facilitate the direct sale of 12 mango varieties to consumers in Bengaluru. This initiative is designed to streamline the supply chain by directly linking mango farmers with consumers. read more

After the success of the first edition, this year the highly anticipated Kiwi Passion Day is back, scheduled for Wednesday, May 7, 2025, from 10:30 am to 1:00 pm, at Meeting Room D2 - Pavilion D2 of MACFRUT in Rimini (click here to register). The event, now in its second edition, ... read more

Johannesburg is scheduled to host the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference from May 14-16, 2025, at the Sandton Convention Centre. The conference will highlight Africa's significance in the worldwide fresh produce industry, addressing topics such as food security, climate change, and market modernization. read more

For Shi Jianhua, the chairman of Shanghai Flower and Horticulture (Group) Co Ltd (SFG) which produces 150 million seedlings and 2.2 million potted flowers annually, he has a grand vision for his company — to expand across China and spread fragrance worldwide. As an industrial leader, SFG is often referred to as read more

"We've had an eventful first quarter for blueberries in 2025," says Robbert Leisink of FruitFul Berries from Venlo. "From week 1 to 8, we saw excellent volumes of consistently high quality from Chile. But just as quickly as Chile entered the market, it tapered off again." "The volumes available read more

To mark the official start of the fresh vegetable season, Pfalzmarkt für Obst und Gemüse eG is once again presenting its complete spring range: in addition to strawberries, lettuce, leafy salads, kohlrabi, asparagus, rhubarb, etc., spring onions and radishes have been harvested since March. read more

The shareholders' meeting of Despar Italia, the consortium company that brings together six food distribution companies and affiliated retailers under the Despar brand, held yesterday, renewed the Board of Directors and appointed the top positions in the Consortium. read more

The Insalata dell'Orto is preparing to celebrate an important milestone: its first 25 years of activity, which will be celebrated at Macfrut 2025 (Hall D2 - Stand 004) where a special project dedicated to sustainability will be presented, involving in a significant way. read more

Over the past few nights, frost has occurred in almost the entire Poland. Depending on the region and terrain, temperatures dropped from -2˚C to even -7˚C. The extent of damage to blueberry flowers from frost depends on the development stage of the flowers and on that, read more

Health and well-being at the center of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, scheduled from Tuesday, May 6 to Thursday, May 8 at the Rimini Expo Centre. Protagonists as testimonials are 11 "ambassadors" of healthy eating: Manuela Arcuri, Valentina Vezzali, Matilde Brandi, Daniele Lupo, Valeria Marini, read more

The Insalata dell'Orto is preparing to celebrate an important milestone: its first 25 years of activity. This anniversary will be celebrated by the company in Mira (Venice) – a reference point in the fresh-cut produce sector and the leading European producer of edible flowers – during the Macfrut 2025 event in Rimini. read more

UNS Farms is transforming the future of food production in the UAE. Founded in 2018 as a part of the Speedex Group, UNS Farms has emerged as one of Dubai's most sophisticated urban vertical farms. Covering 30,000 square feet, the farm is capable of producing up to 1,500 kilograms of fresh, pesticide-free vegetables daily. read more

Exports of fruits via airfreight are increasingly encountering challenges such as weight variations that disrupt logistics, last-minute cancellations due to production delays, and strict phytosanitary controls at the destination. These factors necessitate increased precision and coordination to maintain quality standards and meet delivery deadlines. read more

After the Easter holiday period, which showed good activity in negotiations, the wholesale markets still feel a lively atmosphere. This was confirmed by Elio Paparello, president of Assogrossisti, from the MOF in Fondi: "This week, immediately after the holidays... read more

A milestone in India-China agricultural collaboration was achieved with the successful launch of Indian Mangoes in China at the AEON Huizhou Shopping Center store on Donghu West Road, Huicheng District. The event, held from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, was a vibrant celebration of friendship, flavor, and read more

The asparagus sector in Peru is experiencing a decrease in cultivation areas and facing climatic challenges, but it continues to maintain its international importance and demand. In a scenario where supply from other producers is diminishing, Agroexportaciones Peru is meeting the global demand for green asparagus with consistent efforts. read more

Wzrost w porównaniu z poprzednimi miesiącami. This is due to the high quality of Ecuadorian bananas and the country's strategic position as a major exporter in the global market. read more

The new summer fruit season began a few hours ago at the Fe.Vi Frutta wholesale company, which has been operating in Basilicata for 27 years and has 500 suppliers mainly located in Basilicata, Calabria, and Apulia. The commercialization will continue until late autumn with later-ripening fruits. read more

The strawberry harvesting season is in full swing across the Veneto region, thanks to the mild climate and good weather. In the Basso Veronese area, laborers have been working for a couple of weeks already, while in other areas like Alto Polesine, they are just getting started. The plants are full of fruit, and the yield looks promising. read more