Grocery prices are on the rise due to extended global heatwaves impacting agricultural output. Increased temperatures are impeding crop growth, affecting fruit, vegetable supply, and livestock production. In South Korea, watermelon prices have surged by 17.6%. read more

For the second consecutive year, Chiquita bananas will be present at the Venice Film Festival, scheduled from today, August 27, to September 6. "We are happy to participate," highlights Mariaelena Paragone, head of global brand building strategy at Chiquita, "for the second year." read more

The international fruit and food trade is undergoing a transformation driven by the pursuit of new markets, product diversification, and cost reduction. Companies in the sector are adopting flexible business models that allow them to connect directly with buyers in key destinations and minimize costs. read more

With the transition from winter to spring, the end of imported lemon shipments from the southern hemisphere to the U.S. is approaching. Despite this, North American markets are still receiving some shipments from Chile and a smaller volume from South Africa. "This has been a particularly challenging season." read more

The University of Maryland's aquaponics program is turning student learning into hands-on innovation, research, and community impact. What started as a classroom project in ecological design has developed into a comprehensive program at the University of Maryland (UMD). "In 2017, read more

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The Greek cooperative ASEPOP Naoussa has 450 members and sells its peaches and nectarines under the Vermina brand. Production has already bounced back from the low initial productivity at the start of the season, and the packing house is operating at full capacity. However, read more

Spain (14.8 million tonnes), Italy (13.9 million tonnes), and France (5.8 million tonnes) were the largest producers of fresh vegetables in the EU, accounting for 55% of the total harvest. In 2024, the EU's harvest production increased for several key vegetable types compared to 2023. The tomato production was read more

"Our diverse production sites in Africa and South America give our customers the confidence that we can deliver avocados of consistently high quality year-round." read more

Moderator Jochem Wolthuis - our NL correspondent - leads engaging conversations with industry thought leaders. To kick things off, we will be speaking with Lisa Kroll from the Dutch logistics company Shypple. read more

Agroberries Group has expanded its business in Asia by introducing BerryWorld Asia, a new regional division that will distribute and market its award-winning, licensed berry varieties in the region. read more

As the first industry to sign this agreement for the complete avoidance of deforestation, the Mexican avocado industry aims to set a national example and advance its path towards sustainability. read more

JBT Marel has officially launched the ProDose Pineapple Wax Dosing Machine. read more

Those who want to know how the world, consumers, and commerce will tick tomorrow should come to the DOGK in Düsseldorf on September 22nd and 23rd. There, the three organizers will once again provide fresh analyses and information, inspiration, and insights in their proven manner. And what could be more important than efficiency. read more

Przemysł awokado w Meksyku ogłosił swoje zaangażowanie w wiążącą federalną umowę dotyczącą ochrony środowiska, której celem jest zapewnienie, że do 2030 roku wszystkie eksportowane produkty będą pozbawione wycinki lasów. read more

Out of the total quantity, vegetables accounted for 3.2 million tonnes (-2.75%) and 4.981 billion Euros (+5.44%). The most exported product was lettuce with 456,000 tonnes, closely followed by peppers with 456,000 tonnes. In terms of revenue, peppers generated 1.062 billion Euros during this period, while tomatoes brought in 677.5 million Euros. read more

Fresh produce packaging specialist StepacPPC has developed a new sustainable packaging solution at the full pallet level to safeguard fresh produce from the farm to retail. read more

Sumitomo Chemical Australia has announced several appointments and changes to its network, including the addition of Sam Boyce and Stephan Logoida as regional managers. read more

Premier Fresh Australia has broadened its global fresh produce trading presence with a new high-quality stonefruit marketing partnership with Montague Farms. read more

Favorable weather conditions in 2025 are supporting a good onion harvest in Hungary. However, other European producers also expect high yields, raising the risk of oversupply and price pressure. Industry representatives, including the National Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) and FruitVeB, are monitoring the situation closely. read more