Spain’s CMR Group will be promoting the initial maritime deliveries of the new season Chilean cherries in Europe. The shipment, coming from CMR's partner in Chile, C&L, is expected to reach Rotterdam on 9th December. read more

Lockyer Valley biotechnology company Metagen has achieved a significant milestone by developing a DNA-based diagnostic test for Australian onion growers struggling with Stemphylium leaf blight (SLB) crop losses. read more

The Vietnamese jackfruit has been allowed entry into the Chinese market after the signing of a new protocol on 27th November, as reported by the local publication VietnamPlus. read more

For Little Plum Executive Chef Casey Kusaka, flowers have always been significant. They played a key role in his childhood in Kaneohe, where his grandmother made lei and ti leaf offerings, his mother and sister performed hula dances, and the house was constantly scented with blossoms. "I grew up surrounded by flowers." read more

W sektorze suszonych owoców, przełączenie na produkty z nowego zbioru odbywa się stopniowo od października/listopada. "Obecnie oferujemy tylko figi (na zdjęciu poniżej) i morele z nowego zbioru, pozyskane z Turcji" - mówi Seyfettin Kaplan, sprzedawca delikatesów na rynku hurtowym. read more

The vegetable industry in Ghana anticipates a reduction in food prices if the government implements its plans to enhance agricultural enclave roads. Dr. Felix Mawuli Kamassah, President of the Vegetable Producers and Exporters Association of Ghana, stated that the road improvements proposed for 2026 would be beneficial. read more

Ostatni miesiąc sezonu hiszpańskich kasztanów będzie oznaczony znacznym spadkiem podaży z powodu wpływu niekorzystnych warunków pogodowych. Chłodna pogoda zwiększa popyt na ten produkt, który tradycyjnie jest najczęściej spożywany podczas okresu świątecznego. "Dla nas, kasztanowie" read more

The Ecuadorian banana sector showed signs of stabilization at the end of October after months of decline, according to the AEBE Statistical Bulletin. Between January and October 2025, banana exports reached a total of 315.26 million boxes, marking a 3.40% increase compared to the same period in 2024. After reaching its highest read more

Restoring the Italian pear cultivation industry, especially the Abate Fetel variety, has seemed like an impossible mission for years. The challenges are numerous and interconnected: complex agronomic management, increasingly aggressive plant diseases, reduced yields, and post-harvest fragility. read more

Farmers in several districts in Sri Lanka have increased pineapple yields by 300 per cent and export-grade mango output by 90 per cent after adopting new cultivation practices introduced through Chinese technical guidance, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization. read more

South Africa's fruit and vegetable export performance improved in the first three quarters of 2025, reaching a total agricultural export revenue of US$11.7 billion, with fresh produce making up the majority of outbound trade. Overall exports saw a 10% increase year on year. read more

Grape shippers have been facing significant challenges in getting their shipments moving in time for Christmas. This time of year is always stressful, but this year has been particularly frustrating. During the week of November 17 to 23, the Cape Town Container Terminal was fully... read more

The mandarin satsuma is one of the most popular citrus fruits, known for being seedless, sweet, and versatile. Its precise origin has been a topic of debate due to a lack of detailed genetic evidence. A recent study has successfully created a complete reference genome and conducted an analysis. read more

Drugie wydanie Berry Forum 2025 w Ożarowie Mazowieckim zgromadziło ponad 450 plantatorów i przedstawicieli branży z całej Europy. Ponad 40 firm zaprezentowało technologie produkcji truskawek i malin, odzwierciedlając szybki rozwój upraw owoców miękkich pod osłonami.

The second edition of Berry Forum 2025 in Ożarów Mazowiecki brought together more than 450 growers and industry representatives from across Europe. Over 40 companies presented technologies for strawberry and raspberry production, reflecting the rapid development of covered soft fruit. read more

Farmers in Arbhalyang, Mangala Rural Municipality–4 in Nepal, are transitioning from growing grains to cultivating oranges commercially as households seek additional sources of income. Growers who used to cultivate wheat, corn, and millet are now opting to plant citrus orchards. read more

The fresh soup segment continues to grow and is now worth about 175 million. Among the proposals that combine quality and a clean label, the ones from OrtoRomi stand out, which invites you to try the two most beloved recipes from the Tradizione line, the Farmer's Soup and the Cabbage and Potato Soup. read more

Azerbaijan exported 71,400 tons of apples worth US$50.2 million between January and September 2025, according to data from the State Statistical Committee. Export volumes rose 35 per cent year on year, while export value increased 46 per cent. Russia remained the primary destination for these shipments. read more

At the 11th Fruit Business Conference in Chișinău, Prime Minister Alexandru Munteanu stated that the quality of Moldovan fruits supports their place in European and global supply chains, emphasizing the need for growers to be competitive producers. The conference was attended by over 300 growers, exporters, and sector specialists. read more

The scheduled stages for the 2025 edition of Ortofrutta Experience, the national project promoted by Italy Ortofrutta to increase knowledge of the organized fruit and vegetable system and enhance the productions and work carried out by Producer Organizations (O.P.), have been completed. read more

The amendment to Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/24293, which was approved today in the EP plenary, comes into force and allows the use of regional designations "Dakhla Oued Ed-Dahab" and "Laayoune-Sakia El Hamra" instead of "Western Sahara". This change is in line with the CJEU ruling (case). read more