Since its approval in 2023, the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) "Cebolla de La Mancha" has been experiencing continuous growth in terms of both certified volume and recognition among producers, marketers, and national and international markets. In its first year, around 800,000 kilos of onions were certified. read more

Syntagma na rynku ziemniaków w Belgii pozostaje niezmienione. Kilka miesięcy temu Jan Van Luchene z Bruwier Potatoes wyraził obawy, że nie będzie perspektyw, jeśli nie wydarzą się szalone rzeczy z tegorocznym plonem, ale te skrajności faktycznie się nie pojawiły. read more

Trials conducted in Argentina have evaluated an MCPBag® system that releases 1-MCP inside each package to slow ripening in William's pears (Pyrus communis L.). The approach is being positioned as a potential method to reduce softening and waste in long supply chains where pears often lose quality. read more

Peruvian mandarins, especially the late-season varieties, are the main citrus exports of the country. They are closely followed by Tahiti limes and Valencia oranges, which are highly valued for their juice production. Peru exports only 17% of its citrus production, amounting to less than 1% of the global market. read more

Morocco consolidates its position as one of the most dynamic players in the fruit and vegetable export market, achieving new record performances in two key segments: sweet peppers and mandarins. According to EastFruit's analysis, the North African country continues to strengthen its presence. read more

"It all started with six seed trays that we couldn't put outside because there was no water," says Sarwan Benie of De Kleine Nursery & Agroshop in Suriname. What began as a quick workaround during a water shortage grew, in just three years, into a thriving propagation business with more than read more

The Commercial Court has issued a judgment in long-running competition law proceedings brought by more than 1,500 Brazilian orange growers. The Court has ruled that the claims, as currently presented, are time-barred. The growers filed their claims in September and November 2019 regarding an alleged... read more

The wild blueberry industry in New Brunswick has reported that production losses in 2025 are greater than what the province's new compensation plan can cover. A report prepared for NB Blueberries by consulting firm Stiletto indicates that growers have lost over 43 million pounds, resulting in industry losses totaling US$21.6 million. read more

The papaya market in Brazil is experiencing conflicting trends: increasing demand both domestically and internationally, while production is limited by field conditions and regulatory restrictions. Jonas R. Spindel, the commercial director and partner at Nortefrut, one of the top papaya producers in Brazil, discusses this situation. read more

The Peruvian blueberry sector is in the process of exchanging basic varieties grown on plantations. The changes are driven by market demands as well as producers themselves, who are seeking varieties with even better genetics, resistance, yield, and fruit quality. read more

Speakers at a seminar on GB Potatoes during the British Potato Event in Harrogate discussed the challenges and opportunities that will influence future potato consumption in the UK and global markets. Professor David Hughes highlighted that the current per capita potato consumption in the UK is approximately 70 kilograms per year. read more

Fresh produce suppliers are evaluating how future market conditions and challenges in the supply chain may impact their operations in 2026. Industry conversations, such as those at the recent Fruit Attraction Conference, have emphasized a mix of risks and new opportunities in global sourcing. read more

On December 8th, the French Minister of Agriculture inaugurated the Food Sovereignty Conferences at the Rungis MIN, with the goal of outlining a national agricultural strategy for the next decade. However, according to the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP), "this endeavor cannot be pursued or succeed without the read more

Farmers in the Turkestan region are successfully cultivating tropical fruits. The "Zhabay Ata" farm in the Saryagash district planted lemon trees three years ago and is now harvesting its first crop. This year, the farm expects to collect up to 200 tonnes of lemons, according to the regional... read more

W firmie OTC Organics, sezon organicznych winogron z Południowej Afryki zaczyna się ponownie. Kierownik ds. zakupów, Cornelis Ernst, niedawno odwiedził dostawców w Południowej Afryce i ma pozytywne oczekiwania co do sezonu. "Organiczne winogrona miały dobrą pogodę, a jakość wydaje się dobra." read more

The UK government has confirmed the eradication of the Colorado beetle following detections in Kent in July 2023. Laboratory testing identified the pest at two sites that year, prompting monitoring and containment measures. The beetle, recognised by its orange-yellow body and ten black stripes, read more

Wzrost eksportu bananów z Brazylii w 2025 roku w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem był spowodowany większą krajową produkcją bananów gatunku nanica w regionach Południowym i Południowo-Wschodnim oraz silniejszym popytem zagranicznym w pierwszej połowie roku. Ograniczenia produkcyjne w konkurencyjnych regionach, takich jak Paragwaj, odegrały również rolę. read more

In 2025, the structural recovery of national consumption of fruit and vegetables that began at the end of 2024 continues. This confirmation comes from the Report on domestic consumption of fruit and vegetables by Cso Italy, updated at the end of the third quarter. Bananas, kiwis, pears, strawberries, watermelons, and melons are performing well, with a decrease in. read more

Pizzoli, an Italian reference point in the world of potatoes, thanks to Sky Brand Solutions, the department of Sky Media, is once again among the official partners of MasterChef Italia, the Sky Original cooking show produced by Endemol Shine Italy. read more

Z przypływem zimna w ramach Wiru Polarnego, który uderzył w części Ameryki Północnej w tym tygodniu, co oznacza to dla produkcji? "Nie zauważamy dużego wpływu na zakupy artykułów spożywczych. Popyt wydaje się być normalny jak na tę porę roku" - powiedział Tim Mansfield z Sun Orchard Fruit Co. w Burt, NY. Oprócz... read more