Maersk's senior cold chain specialist for the APAC region, Ian Arne Lee, talks to Asiafruit about the latest updates to the logistics company's services, which include a Durian Express service, enhanced remote container management, in-transit ripening, and a new trade and tariff support tool. read more

According to data from Vietnam Customs, the Vietnam Fruits and Vegetables Association (Vinafruit) stated that in the first half of 2025, Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports to the EU exceeded US$233 million, marking a 44.1% increase compared to the corresponding period in the previous year. Passion fruit was particularly highlighted in this growth trend. read more

In 2024, the EU harvested 62.2 million tons of fresh vegetables (including melons), a 6% increase from the 58.8 million tons harvested in 2023. Spain (14.8 million tons), Italy (13.9 million tons), and France (5.8 million tons) were the EU's top producers of fresh vegetables, together accounting for a significant portion. read more

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At Zeelandplant in Grijpskerke, the Netherlands, you'll find everything you need to turn your garden, big or small, into a little paradise. The business is run by Jan Willem de Witte together with his wife, Marjolein van Sluijs, and a dedicated team of about 25 employees. Recently, they welcomed read more

Introducing a new innovation to the market in horticulture is never an easy journey, and CE-Line, a company that filed for bankruptcy this summer, is well aware of that fact. The court-appointed trustee has recently provided an update in the bankruptcy report. As of August 1, all assets of the company have been acquired. read more

Naukowcy z Narodowego Centrum Innowacji Ziemniaczanych (NPIC) z Instytutu Jamesa Huttona wprowadzili do Kenii dwie nowe odmiany ziemniaków, które obecnie znajdują się na Krajowej Liście Odmian Kenii. Prace nad tym projektem przeprowadzono we współpracy z Uniwersytetem w St Andrews... read more

The Voske Garden company plans to import the materials required to set up a greenhouse complex in the Gegharkunik region of Armenia, where roses will be grown, with a total investment of 2.35 billion drams. The Armenian government reached this decision during a meeting. read more

Rapisarda, director of the Euroagrumi OP Consortium of Biancavilla, explained that the 2025 Etna prickly pear campaign started in the first week of August, which was about ten days later than usual. This delay was due to the fruit not receiving enough heat to ripen properly within the anticipated timeframe. read more

New opportunities are opening up for peaches, nectarines, apricots, and plums. Confirmation comes from the top management of Apofruit, who, based on market evaluations with a long and consolidated history, are now urging their members to consider the idea of implementing these crops. read more

Potatoes are one of the most widely consumed vegetables, and the market is mostly controlled by some popular varieties, but there are many more available. The Spanish region of Galicia produces varieties such as Kennebec, known as Galician cachelo, Agria, or Fina de Carballo, among others. read more

It was a tragic Ferragosto for the Merzetti family, owners of the "Terre Sabine" agricultural company, specialized in the processing and commercialization of fruits and vegetables, based in Montelibretti (Rome). In the afternoon of August 15, a devastating fire destroyed their premises. read more

The two brands, Viulèt and Gilda by the producers' organization OP Granfrutta Zani, are now available in various large-scale retail chains in Italy and abroad. These brands are dedicated to enhancing the quality of European plums and nectarines. "These are two top-quality products," explains the Italian. read more

At the 50th edition of Prognosfruit, the leading conference for the European apple and pear sector organized by WAPA with ANPP and Copa-Cogeca, production forecasts for the 2025/2026 campaign were released. The data show a substantial stability for apples and a slight... read more

Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports to Japan are steadily increasing, driven by the rising demand for safe and organic products. The Vietnam Trade Office in Osaka has noted that Japan has a strong interest in tropical fruits and frozen vegetables, areas where Vietnam excels. read more

Martin Pinzger, CEO of VIP, one of the major players in the European apple industry, participated in Prognosfruit in Angers, France (6-8 August). After the August break, we interviewed him about the sector's expectations and the Consortium of Cooperatives. read more

Work, commitment, friendship, and sharing. For the Val di Non and Val di Sole, apple picking evokes the concept of tradition, and with it, that invaluable wealth of history, culture, and values that shape the very identity of the territories along the Noce River in Trentino. Harvesting is the... read more

Parth Ramani of Indian fresh produce exporter, Sanjog Enterprise, states that it has been a successful export season for Indian vegetables, despite facing some challenges: "This season has been quite positive for us. Our main exports include fresh Indian vegetables like okra, drumsticks, read more

Mimo nałożenia ceł przez Stany Zjednoczone, eksport owoców z Brazylii kontynuował się głównie bez zakłóceń. Według Brazylijskiego Stowarzyszenia Eksporterów Owoców (Abrafrutas), rynek USA wchłonął 14% wolumenu eksportu mango z Brazylii w 2024 roku, co stanowiło 13% całkowitej sprzedaży mango. read more

In a controlled environment, the key to successful growth lies in effectively managing various parameters compared to open field conditions. Greenhouses provide growers with an advantage in cultivating a wide range of crops, from juicy tomatoes to delicate orchids. When it comes to indoor cultivation, light plays a crucial role. It is now understood that read more