Costa Rica, the world's leading exporter of pineapples, is currently in a critical phase of its production cycle, characterized by a significant and recurring event: natural flowering. "This process has an impact on supply and market prices," said Eric Ramírez, a sales representative for Tropicales del Valle. read more

The Joint Congress-Senate Committee for the European Union (EU) has approved a non-legislative proposal supported by the Popular Group. This proposal urges the rejection of amendments to the EU-Morocco Association Agreement related to tariff concessions for Saharan products and labeling. It also calls for... read more

Cool Carriers, a large operator of specialized reefer vessels, today announces the operational results of its Chilean subsidiary for the 2025/26 Summer season, from 1 October 2025 to 31 March 2026. Despite a downturn in demand for imported fruits in the United States, Cool Carriers Chile moved a read more

Potato prices in Albania have decreased, with high-quality potatoes currently being sold at 60 lek per kilogram (US$0.63), compared to over 100 lek (US$1.05) at the same time last year. Data from INSTAT indicates that the average price in February 2026 was 77.9 lek per kg (US$0.82), which is a 22 percent decrease. read more

The European EmpCo Directive (EU), part of the Green Deal, aims to better protect consumers and help them make sustainable choices. The basic principle is that consumers must be able to rely on clear, honest, and verifiable information, particularly regarding sustainability. The directive tackles... read more

San Lidano confirms its presence at Macfrut 2026, one of the key events in the international fruit and vegetable sector, scheduled from today until April 23. The 2026 edition represents another step in a well-established path: the group has been participating for a while. read more

Badger Herald, shows that the gripper successfully harvested ripe strawberries without causing any bruising. This innovation could revolutionize the way fruits are harvested, making the process more efficient and reducing waste. read more

Dokładnie trzy lata temu, Rob Pakvis i Theo Benjert założyli Berryland. Od tego czasu zespół znacznie się rozwinął i osiągnął nawet wzrost o 70 procent w ubiegłym roku. W zeszłym tygodniu firma brała udział w targach Fresh Produce India w Mumbaju. Rob dzieli się swoimi doświadczeniami. read more

The Consortium for the Protection of Sicilian Red Oranges PGI will be one of the protagonists of the forty-third edition of Macfrut (Rimini) from April 21 to 23, present to meet sector operators and discuss new market scenarios, and more. Hall D1 Stand 067-107. read more

Mitolo Family Farms cultivates potatoes and onions in the Riverland, Mallee, and Virginia regions of South Australia. Currently, potatoes are being produced in the Riverland and Mallee regions. Unpredictable weather conditions have affected the potato supply, causing fluctuations. read more

The business group Logistics UK has called on the government to offer a support package for the country's logistics sector to prevent the increasing costs due to the conflict in the Middle East from affecting the UK economy. read more

Kiwifruit and apples were responsible for a notable rise in the value of New Zealand's fruit exports in March, as reported by Stats NZ. read more

The Association of Avocado Producers and Exporting Packers of Mexico (APEAM) has announced the formalization of a Zero Deforestation Agreement with Mexico’s Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources (SEMARNAT) and the Federal Attorney for Environmental Protection (PROFEPA). read more