JCLM Farming is undergoing its largest infrastructure expansion since starting plug plant production in 2023, in response to increasing demand from Australia's commercial strawberry industry. The nursery, based in Tasmania, is expanding its plug plant facilities to increase capacity by adding another two. read more

The orange crop yield in Brazil for the 2025/26 season is expected to remain below average, as per Fundecitrus. The organization issued a revised production forecast in December, indicating a further decrease in the expected supply. This forecast considers a year-on-year increase in output, but it is still projected to be below average. read more

With some changes in the fruit market currently underway, the shelves may have a slightly different appearance in terms of winter fruit availability in the coming weeks. The team at Procacci Brothers offers insight into what may be on the horizon. Regarding citrus supply, specifically navels, smaller sizes are read more

Uzyskano 130 milionów skrzyń jabłek w uprawie w stanie Waszyngton. Ostateczna liczba jest niższa od wczesnych prognoz na sezon 2025, ale nadal stanowi solidny, powyżej średniej wolumen ogólny. Ruch jabłek na rynku był stabilny, ale kontrolowany. Programy detaliczne i zobowiązania eksportowe absorbowały dużą część zbiorów. read more

Italiafruit News' in-depth analysis among GDO shelves dedicates the first February issue to artichokes, a category that highlights clearly defined assortment dynamics. The analysis reveals a strategy widely shared by retailers, aimed at privileging the. read more

A long-standing, family-owned business that provided a variety of annual and perennial flowers, vegetables, herbs, and more has closed down in Lehigh County. Segan's Bloomin' Haus, known for its high-quality plants and garden supplies, wrapped up its operations on October 31 at 339 Grange Road. read more

After successfully introducing its patented Softripe ripening technology to the market, Frigotec GmbH is now unveiling another innovation in the fruit sector at Fruit Logistica. By creating an AI ripening process specifically designed for kiwis, the company is highlighting its global presence. read more

Just in time for the turn of the year, the first German endive from newly harvested roots was offered on the market. This marked the official start of the new marketing season. Despite cost increases and challenging market conditions, Togaz GmbH and its cooperation partners Hugo Jongejan (LOF read more

"COME WITH US FOR THE RECORD" is a specialized currant conference dedicated to comprehensive currant cultivation technology - from site preparation and variety selection, through fertilization and protection, to modern biological and hybrid solutions. read more

In the second part of the IFN Live dedicated to apples, which aired last week, the discussion delved into the dynamics that are reshaping the future of the sector, starting from a crucial point: the management of the shelf space of one of the most strategic categories. read more

"In a market previously challenged by weak roots and inconsistent quality, Levente by Enza Zaden is rapidly becoming the yellow pepper of choice for North American greenhouse growers," said Erica Bistratini, Sales Representative & Product Developer at Enza Zaden. "Highly productive, compact and read more

At Fruit Logistica 2026, visitors will have the opportunity to experience a new end-of-line automation system that is specifically designed to streamline repetitive, manual tasks in the handling of fresh produce. This compact, safe, and easy-to-integrate solution combines picking, packing, and palletizing functions into a single plug-and-produce unit. Developed by [Name of the Company]. read more

The successful sales in the previous stone fruit season are leading to a rise in plant orders compared to the same period last year. There has been an increase in peach sales and notable growth in demand for nectarine plants. Currently, the primary growing regions are experiencing an accumulation of cold hours and higher levels of rainfall. read more

"WALK WITH US FOR THE RECORD" is a specialized currant conference dedicated to comprehensive currant cultivation technology - from site preparation and variety selection, through fertilization and protection, to modern biological and hybrid solutions. The event read more

Harmoniz has announced the official European debut of Popits, a one-bite snacking cucumber, at Fruit Logistica 2026. Popits has been nominated as a finalist for the prestigious Fruit Logistica Innovation Award and will be showcased at Harmoniz's dedicated booth. At just 4-5 cm long, Popits is the... read more

Farm-gate potato prices in Spain have dropped due to the global trade dynamics in frozen frying potatoes. This decline is particularly affecting potato-producing regions like A Limia, where potatoes are crucial to the local agricultural economy. read more

Bulgarian fruit and vegetable producers are still under pressure from increasing imports, as official data indicates that the volume of incoming imports far exceeds exports. Local products are becoming less prominent in international markets, while imported fruits and vegetables are taking up a larger portion of retail space. read more

Imports of tangerines and mandarins into the United States are expected to increase by 4 percent to 555,000 metric tons in the marketing year 2025/26 (November 2025 to October 2026). If this projection comes to fruition, it would set a new record for the second year in a row and represent approximately half of all fresh tangerine and mandarin imports to the U.S. read more

At the beginning of each year, the French table grape industry is already planning for the upcoming marketing year. The 2025 season was characterized by intense competition from imported grapes and highly competitive promotions in supermarkets and hypermarkets. In light of these challenges, and recognizing the strength in read more

In a complex economic and political context for the agri-food sector, marked by pressure on purchasing power and market volatility, Pink Lady® confirms a strong and resilient dynamic. In the face of a European apple market still under pressure, the brand read more