"The price level of leeks has been moderate all summer," observes Kees Jansen of Teelt- en verpakkingsbedrijf Gebroeders Jansen from Etten-Leur. "In recent years, we have already seen that autumn is also becoming increasingly difficult. Major markets from ten years ago, such as France, England, read more

Invest International is providing €3.5 million in financing to the Dutch company ByBlue, a specialist in the import, distribution, and development of blueberry varieties. The loan will enable ByBlue to establish a sustainable, high-tech blueberry farm in the strategically located Ica region of Peru. read more

The apple harvest from New York state seems to be smaller this year. According to Brett Baker from United Apple Sales, there has been a significant drought in Western New York since Father's Day, leading to each apple variety coming in about 10 percent below estimates. The fruits are also smaller in size. read more

The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) dropped by 8% to $1,761 per 40ft container, marking the 15th consecutive week of decline. Rates on key trade routes such as the Transpacific and Asia-Europe also saw a continuous downward trend. Spot rates from Shanghai to Los Angeles decreased by 10% to $2,311. read more

Whether you are a Navel orange producer in Spain or South Africa, or an avocado grower in Mexico or Peru, there is one common issue that affects all of these regions – water scarcity. Water is now in short supply, especially for water-intensive crops like citrus and avocados, making it a growing concern. read more

Kissabel, a trademarked trio of apple varieties with colored flesh that ranges from bright pink to deep red, is ready to continue its "disruptive" commercial strategy to attract new, young customers in Europe and North America. read more

After a day of talks, discussions, and networking in Malaga, Spain, delegates at the Fruitnet Tomato Congress, which will take place on 11-12 November, will go on a tour across southern Spain. read more

Farmers, chefs, and nutritionists are coming together this autumn to celebrate the fantastic British carrot. read more

Ponad 50 francuskich firm będzie stanowić francuską delegację prezentowaną przez organizację międzyzawodową na targach Fruit Attraction w Madrycie, z interaktywnymi grami francuskimi, kucharzami i występami na żywo dla zwiedzających. read more