Urban Farm-It has joined forces with Oakland International.
2025-07-17 16:00
Gourmet mushroom specialist Urban Farm-It has entered into a new partnership with logistics and supply chain company Oakland International.
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The US Northwest pear industry is focusing on expanding exports as production is expected to return to normal levels in 2025/26.
2025-07-17 15:00
Po kilku sezonach obniżonych wolumenów produkcji i opóźnionych eksportów, amerykańska branża gruszek z północno-zachodnich stanów USA - Oregonu i Waszyngtonu - jest gotowa na ożywienie w sezonie 2025/26.
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"Spectacular" sales growth for British berries
2025-07-17 15:00
According to the British Berry Growers (BBG), British berries are having a "spectacular" season in terms of both fruit quality and sales.
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Zespri marketing chief Jiunn Shih announces departure
2025-07-17 15:00
Jiunn Shih, chief marketing officer of the kiwifruit supplier Zespri, has announced that he is leaving the company.
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Co-op has launched a new product called Mojito-flavoured grapes.
2025-07-17 14:00
The UK retailer Co-op is launching Mojito-flavoured grapes just in time for the summer heatwave. Starting next week, the new variety called Mojito Fresh will be sold in chosen stores as part of the store's Irresistible Limited-Edition collection for a three-week period.
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"The planned increase of the minimum wage to 13.90 euros as of January 1, 2026, and to 14.60 euros as of January 1, 2027, are simply no longer sustainable for many businesses in the Rhineland fruit and vegetable growing industry," says Johannes Brünker, chairman of the.
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Brazil has reported a significant increase in fruit exports, but there are worries about potential tariffs from the US.
2025-07-17 12:00
Brazil closed the first half of 2025 with a 27.2% increase in its fruit export volume and a 12.6% increase in sales compared to the same period in 2024.
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The storm behind a berry harvesting solution
2025-07-17 11:00
Momčilo Kokanović, a mechanical engineer working at a local power plant in Serbia, once spent his free time socializing with nearby farmers. Through these conversations, he learned about their persistent challenge: the seasonal labor shortage that plagued raspberry harvesting. Determined to
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Record harvest of blueberries creates challenges for Peru
2025-07-17 11:00
The Peruvian blueberry industry needs to develop new strategies to avoid market saturation, improve logistics, and diversify destinations as it eases into what is shaping up to be its biggest export season yet. So says Luis Miguel Vegas, general manager of industry association ProArandanos.
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Strategies for sustainable plant protection - Swiss Fruit Association calls for concrete measures
2025-07-17 11:00
It meets the central demands of the SOV. Now it is important to implement them forcefully - with sufficient resources, clear political will, and efficient interdepartmental cooperation.
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Analysis: Is Chiquita Panama past the point of no return?
2025-07-17 11:00
Serious doubts persist regarding the long-term future of the banana industry in north-western Panama following Chiquita's prominent decision to shut down its operations. Minister of Commerce and Industry Julio Molto attempted to engage with the multinational company and facilitate its return, but the government is still unsure about the outcome.
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Meet the experts at Asiafruit Knowledge Centre
2025-07-17 11:00
Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 will provide high-quality information and insights to visitors at the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre. This dynamic content hub offers a comprehensive program of expert-led talks, panel discussions, and product showcases.
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French apple campaign shows promise
2025-07-17 10:00
Jak kształtuje się tegoroczny francuski zbiór jabłek?
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Spanish imports of fresh produce from Morocco increased by 28% to €672 million in early 2024.
2025-07-17 10:00
Import of fruits and vegetables from Morocco to Spain increased by 28% in the first four months of the year.
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Coquimbo/Chile: Highest water productivity for cherries and lemons
2025-07-17 09:00
The analysis revealed, among other things, that cherries and lemons are the crops with the highest profitability per liter of water. Between 2021 and 2024, their cultivation area was the only one in the region that increased. Traditional fruits such as table grapes, on the other hand, showed
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UK: Britain turns to fresh fruits during the heatwave
2025-07-17 09:00
In particular, berries, watermelons, pineapples, grapes, and bananas were mentioned. Overall, fruit sales increased by almost 10% in just three weeks. In response to the high temperatures, Tesco significantly increased its stockpiling of fruits. The company stated that they worked closely to accommodate the demand.
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Nowa kampania IFPA stawia na pierwszym miejscu owoce i warzywa jako kluczowe elementy poprawy zdrowia kraju.
2025-07-17 09:00
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) has recently introduced a new campaign that highlights fruits and vegetables as nature's original remedy for improved health, reduced healthcare expenses, and increased longevity.
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France's apple producers are embracing change.
2025-07-17 09:00
At the end of June, the relentless heatwave continued in Europe. A so-called "heat dome" had settled over the continent, causing temperatures of over 40°C in many parts of France. Hundreds of schools had to close, and even the Eiffel Tower was temporarily closed.
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Russia seizes $133 million worth of cocaine hidden under bananas.
2025-07-17 00:00
The Russian Federal Customs Service, in cooperation with the FSB, intercepted 820 kilograms of cocaine concealed under bananas, reportedly seizing the largest shipment from Latin America in 2023. The confiscated drugs, estimated to be worth over 12 billion rubles (approximately US$133 million), were...
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