This growth was favored by the expansion of cultivation areas, optimization of plantations, and favorable weather conditions, as reported by the USDA in its current Gain Report. However, it is projected that for the 2025 season, there will be a slight decline due to unfavorable weather conditions. read more

She estimates that delays and logistical bottlenecks have cost the sector approximately 1 billion ZAR (57 million US dollars) in 2024 alone due to additional storage, transport, and plug-in costs, as well as missed market opportunities when ships bypass Cape Town. read more

With this, the country hopes to regain unrestricted access to the American market after the Trump administration announced an anti-dumping duty of over 17% last month. By setting a minimum price, a disruption of tomato exports will be prevented. read more

Mario Steta, International President of the International Blueberry Organization, attended the 15th annual Aneberries Congress in Guadalajara, Mexico. Along with other industry leaders from Chile, Mexico, Peru, and Colombia, Steta analyzed the industry on a global level. read more

The apple and pear export industry in South Africa is raising concerns about increasing losses due to inefficiencies at the Port of Cape Town. read more

The dispute is currently being discussed at the World Trade Organization (WTO), where at the request of South Africa, two panels were established during a meeting of the Dispute Settlement Body (DSB) to review the measures that South Africa considers to be unscientific and discriminatory. read more

Approximately 300,000 tons are attributed to sweet cherries and 100,000 tons to sour cherries. This information comes from a recent report by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the report, the main growing areas are Izmir (sweet cherries) and Afyonkarahisar (sour cherries). read more

Sun World International hosted over 200 licensed growers and partners at its Centre for Innovation in Wasco, California, for the July 2025 Field Day. The event centered around varietal innovation, vineyard performance, and Sun World's dedication to providing premium branded grapes. read more

There are increasing indications that Trump's aggressive new tariff policies could prompt direct negotiations between South Africa and Brussels to address a trade conflict related to concerns about Citrus Black Spot and False Codling Moth in South African citrus shipments to the European Union. read more

The US Highbush Blueberry Council (USHBC), in collaboration with VentureFuel, has revealed the four companies chosen for the first cohort of the Blueberry Boost Accelerator. read more

The Agricultural Research Institute (Inia) in Chile has announced the completion of the first season of field trials for an innovative project aimed at extending the shelf-life of strawberries. This project involves using enhanced native yeasts that can produce compounds delaying ripening. read more

Although lower yields are expected more frequently due to the dry spring conditions and biennial fluctuations in fruit production known as alternation, overall the estimates are largely satisfactory. read more

The new tariff imposed by Trump on Brazilian agricultural products is expected to have a negative impact on Brazilian grape exports. read more

The dried leaves of the plant are still used today as a tea, believed to help alleviate mild inflammation in the mouth and throat. The entire shrub was once considered a symbol of defensiveness: it quickly forms a natural barrier against intruders. read more

According to IPD, the Brazilian offer includes mangoes, grapes, limes, lychees, and yams. In total, seven companies from Brazil are personally represented at Fruit Attraction. This provides an optimal opportunity to engage directly with the producers, for example, regarding their offerings. read more

Rozalin Aliramaei, założycielka i dyrektor generalna firmy Elenovations, rozmawia wyłącznie z Fruitnet na temat innowacyjnej technologii rolniczej jej firmy, która ma na celu zwiększenie plonów i jakości upraw poprzez wykorzystanie pól elektromagnetycznych opartych na danych generowanych przez sztuczną inteligencję. read more

The apple production is estimated to be around 3.6 million tons, which is about 5% more than in 2024. The pear harvest is expected to be about 5% higher than the previous year, reaching approximately 77,600 tons. Plum production is projected to increase by 33% to around 126,800 tons. The sour cherry harvest will be... read more

The International Fresh Produce Association Australia and New Zealand (IFPA ANZ) has appointed an experienced government relations and communications specialist to lead its corporate affairs, policy, and advocacy efforts. read more

Ten artykuł jest częścią serii zapowiedzi wystawców Asiafruit Magazine na Asia Fruit Logistica, wyróżniając niektóre z kluczowych firm, które będzie można zobaczyć na najważniejszym wydarzeniu owocowo-warzywnym w Azji. Artykuł ten prezentuje wystawców we wszystkich rynkach w Azji, z wyłączeniem Chin; koncentracja na Chinach będzie... read more

The New Zealand snack-sized apple brand, Rockit, has introduced a new Small Family Pack to global markets to cater to the high consumer demand for everyday sharing occasions. read more