Zespri®, a leading New Zealand company in the global production and marketing of kiwifruit, together with Sinclair, a company specialized in sustainable labeling solutions, announces the launch of the first home compostable sticker for fruit: a groundbreaking innovation in the industry. read more

Shaping history, nurturing the future is the focus of the International Potato Day, which will be celebrated for the second consecutive year on May 30th: the theme acknowledges the deep historical and cultural significance of potatoes and their evolving role in current systems. read more

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The concept of sustainability encompasses a wide range of meanings and poses several challenges for companies engaged in the marketing and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables. However, it also presents potential opportunities to enhance value and increase the sale of produce. read more

The main activity of the DSI Group is Direct Source International (DSI), which operates worldwide in the year-round supply of fresh fruit. The company specializes in citrus fruits and grapes, and also provides products such as avocados, kiwis, and dates. Additionally, the group is involved in developing... read more

Since 2019, Hoffmann has been managing a hazelnut plantation with around 1,300 trees on four hectares of land. He also propagates hazelnut bushes for his own use and for sale. The conditions in Southern Lower Saxony are not always easy. In 2023, Hoffmann still had over 100 kg of nuts. read more

According to information from the agricultural organization UAGA (Aragón), the fruit season started about ten to 15 days later this year compared to previous years, as temperatures were not very high and there was a lot of rain this spring. This led to numerous local storms in the region. read more

The Chilean Avocado Committee has partnered with Chilean startup Miido to initiate a new technology trial aimed at promoting increased efficiency, sustainability, and innovation within the sector. read more

A research paper from the Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences deals with the possibility of plasma treatment in post-harvest processing to extend the shelf life of certain fruit and vegetable crops. read more

Peru exported 22,278 tonnes of fresh limes valued at US$22 million in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 44% increase in volume and a 35% increase in value compared to the same period last year, as reported by FreshFruit Peru. These positive results were achieved despite a 6.2% decrease in the average price. read more

According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) 2025 Economic Survey, revenues from the export of fresh vegetables decreased from 50.9 billion KSh (345 million euros) in 2023 to 23.4 billion KSh (158.8 million euros) in 2024. The export volume also decreased in the same period from 164,000 tons to 74,000 tons. read more

The Groente & Fruit Brigade accepts batches and surpluses from producers or traders. At the locations, the fruits and vegetables are checked for quality and, if necessary, repackaged. Distribution centers then collect the fresh products and distribute them to. read more

Against the background that the poultry froghopper transmits bacterial diseases, the BVL had already granted emergency authorizations for sugar beets and potatoes in March and April 2025, as reported by QS citing the BVL. read more

Kiwi Crunch, czołowa marka w nowozelandzkiej branży jabłek i gruszek, rozszerzyła swoją ofertę, obejmując teraz także wiśnie, poprzez zakup 132 ha sadów wiśniowych pod koniec ubiegłego roku. read more

Pakistan has initiated its mango export season with a target to export 125,000 tonnes of the fruit this year, as reported by Business Recorder. read more

Kenyan fresh vegetable exports were cut in half in 2024 due to the industry facing stricter controls by the EU regarding chemical residues. read more

Sezon litchi w Chinach się rozpoczął, a raporty z kluczowych regionów produkcji przewidują wzrost eksportu. read more

Indie is seeking improved access to the US for its fruit and vegetable exports, according to a report from Indian business publication Mint. read more

New Zealand Food Network (NZFN), one of the largest food support and national food rescue charities in New Zealand, is collaborating with the country's kiwifruit industry to provide food for communities facing food insecurity. read more

Sezon mango w Peru w latach 2024-2025 był sezonem pełnym kontrastów. Podczas gdy wolumeny eksportu osiągnęły historyczne poziomy, czynniki klimatyczne i logistyczne sprawdziły zrównoważenie sektora. Według Carlosa Ivána Vílcheza Peralty, prezesa APEM, kraj wyeksportował 286 311 ton, co stanowiło więcej niż 71 read more