MSC has announced the launch of its enhanced Eastern Cape Express Service, aimed at providing quicker and more efficient transit times for fresh fruit shipments from the Eastern Cape to Europe and the Mediterranean. The new service rotation is as follows: Walvis Bay - Gqeberha - Sines. read more

The campaign for Sicilian netted melons is proceeding at a good pace, similar to the one for strawberries in Southern Italy: the less sought-after Campania and Sicilian varieties compared to the popular Sabrosa under the Candonga Lucana brand and Inspire Matera. There is a high demand for eggplants, while demand for read more

Sun World has announced a strategic partnership with Clarifresh, an AI-powered quality management software for fresh food. This collaboration will allow Sun World to provide new tools to its network of growers and packer-shippers in Egypt and Italy, enabling them to optimize quality. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, will once again be a key player at the 42nd edition of Macfrut, scheduled to take place from May 6th to 8th at the Rimini Expo Centre. As an international reference point for the fruit and vegetable sector, the. read more

In the Lublin region, blackcurrant varieties (early 'Tisel' and medium 'Ruben') as well as redcurrant varieties (medium 'Rolan' and late 'Rovada') are in full bloom phase (at least 50% of the flowers are open, and the first petals are falling). read more

The Verna lemon campaign in Spain, which has been severely affected by Spain's massive electricity blackout, has unexpectedly started early this year. "Due to the drop in Primofiori production this year, initially estimated at 20%, but in the end will reach read more

Vegetable and fruit excellences from the most renowned areas of the country, premium national and international projects, supply chain initiatives: Alegra Group confirms its presence at Macfrut 2025 (Hall D3, Stand 116) where it will present some novelties. Debut for the summer marketing campaign and the new slogan. read more

Week 15 ends with a good performance for the fruit and vegetable sector, which continues to show positive results. Growth is observed across all physical sales channels, including supermarkets, while online sales have seen a slight decrease. Among the most prevalent categories... read more

Prince de Bretagne is a cooperative of fruit and vegetable producers based in Brittany, France. The cooperative is known for its high-quality produce and commitment to sustainable agriculture practices.

The structure of Prince de Bretagne is based on cooperation among its members, who are independent farmers working together to market and sell their products. The cooperative enables small-scale producers to pool their resources, share knowledge and expertise, and access markets that they might not be able to reach on their own. This cooperative structure allows farmers to benefit from economies of scale while maintaining their independence and autonomy.

In terms of philosophy, Prince de Bretagne is dedicated to producing fresh, flavorful, and healthy fruits and vegetables that are grown in harmony with the environment. The cooperative promotes sustainable farming practices, including organic farming, crop rotation, and biodiversity conservation. They prioritize the well-being of their workers, the health of their consumers, and the protection of the natural resources on which their farms depend.

Overall, Prince de Bretagne's philosophy is centered around producing high-quality, sustainable fruits and vegetables while supporting the livelihoods of its member farmers and contributing to the well-being of the community and the environment. read more

Planting perennial flower strips in apple orchards could save growers almost £3,000 per hectare a year by reducing the numbers of Rosy Apple Aphid (RAA). read more

Sweet Sensation is still a favorite in the German market, as well as in Southern Europe and Scandinavia where it is performing very well. Thanks to loyal customers in these regions, the gross payout price was higher this year compared to the past season, despite hail damage. The pears were. read more

Although this rain has contributed to well-filled water reserves, the persistently changeable weather with little sunlight has delayed ripening and affected fruit quality. read more

The question arises of how this development will affect the production of fruits in Ukraine. read more

The Dutch importer Staay Food Group announced that its Spanish stone fruit campaign will start around ten days later than usual this year, as a result of low temperatures and heavy rainfall in March. read more

The Dutch marketer The Greenery is planning to increase the production of its branded Sweet Sensation pears, which have been consistently popular among consumers in Germany, Scandinavia, and southern Europe. read more

Peruvian pomegranate exports are showing signs of recovery after two years of stagnation, as reported by Fresh Fruit Peru. Even though the season is only halfway through, the consultancy anticipates a growth of 16-19%, which would break a two-year trend of decline. read more

With a successful campaign underway, Namibian and South African grape growers are now faced with crucial decisions to make before the upcoming season begins later this year. read more

In its second report on climate-related disclosures (CRD), the corporation highlighted significant strategic changes in response to climate risk, particularly in its apple production and export business, Mr. Apple. read more

According to new research, aiding the growth of the horticulture industry in the UK to align with people consuming the recommended amount of fresh produce could contribute £2.3 billion to the UK economy. read more

As OGM Managing Director Dirk Kastner told Fruchthandel Magazine, they were able to harvest the first strawberries two weeks ago. "According to the weather forecast, the outlook for the coming period also looks good, with plenty of sunshine, not too hot temperatures, and cool. read more