Although at this time of year the strawberry harvest in Southern Europe is usually at its peak, this year growers from this region are not satisfied. Quantities of strawberries from Greece or Italy on the market are low, and yields are also below the long-term average. read more

The harvest of pomegranates in the Western Cape has started, and early signs suggest that there will be good yields and high quality. "The first batches of early varieties will reach their destinations soon, and fruit shipments to the Middle East are expected to arrive on time for the end of Ramadan. We are optimistic." read more

Pomimo relatywnie wysokiej produkcji, eksport awokado z Etiopii boryka się z trudnościami w rozwoju, z tylko kilkoma eksporterami obsługującymi głównie sąsiednie kraje. Sytuację pogarsza kryzys Morza Czerwonego, który sprawia, że eksport jest "praktycznie nieistniejący", jak stwierdza Netsanet Tadesse, zastępca dyrektora zarządzającego. read more

Fruits and vegetables still provide great value to consumers, both in terms of economics and nutrition. Even with global food inflation, the price hikes for fresh produce have been lower compared to other food categories, making them a cost-effective option. Between 2015 and 2024, food prices in the U.S. increased. read more

The trend observed last month of decreased consumption of citrus fruits compared to previous years has been confirmed, likely due to the decreased purchasing power of families. Retail sales indicate negative percentages in both value (-0.4%) and volume (-0.6%). On the other hand, the paradigm has... read more

A tropical fruit, which costs around $3.75, is becoming popular due to its potential health benefits. It is recognized for its colorful pink or yellow skin with green scales, and its inner bright white or pink flesh containing black seeds is praised for its nutritional value. Harvard Health has highlighted the benefits of dragon fruit. read more

Australian company Sai World has launched a new business venture in British Columbia, Canada. Nature's Connection, a collaboration with a Canadian grower with 20 years of experience, falls under the Sai World brand. The exports from this partnership include apples, cherries, and blueberries. "We have been growing and exporting apples and..." read more

Ostatnie poranne przymrozki wpłynęły na uprawę owoców w Serbii, szczególnie dotykając wcześnie dojrzewające odmiany owoców pestkowych. Zachodnia część Serbii doświadczyła znacznego uszkodzenia. Raporty wskazują, że morele zostały poważnie dotknięte, aż do 95% plonu zostało zniszczone, jak zauważono przez. read more

Cocaine worth an estimated 19 million leva was discovered by customs officers at Burgas port in Bulgaria. The 40 kilograms of cocaine were hidden within a shipment of bananas from Ecuador. The drugs were found during a thorough inspection of a sea container. This incident occurred shortly after two vessels carrying bananas arrived at the port. read more

The volume of imported fruits and vegetables in the Novosibirsk region, Russia, has increased significantly since the beginning of 2025, rising by 40% compared to the same period last year. According to the press service of Rosselkhoznadzor, approximately 30,000 tons of fresh produce have been imported. read more

The Indian avocado market, which has seen consistent growth over the past four years, is currently encountering a significant challenge caused by a rise in imports, according to Abdul Kadir Memon, Head of Business Development and Procurement at Abacate International. "In just the first two weeks of March 2025, nearly..." read more

Certification in fruit production is not just a trend, but also a real opportunity to increase the competitiveness and profitability of orchards. As Mirosław Maliszewski, the president of the Association of Fruit Growers in Poland, emphasizes, "consumer interest in products with higher read more

Vicente Tur passed away at the age of 98 and was buried on March 20. The native Spaniard was the founder and long-time managing director of Fresh Fruit Alliance. It was only in his early 90s that the passionate fruit importer retired from the company and the fruit trade industry for good. read more

In the beginning of this citrus season, the fruit and vegetable wholesaler Joors, based in Vollenhove, has established a strong partnership with the Spanish fruit company Bollo. "In October, we introduced the first mandarins. We are delighted to have included such a high-quality brand in our range. Bollo is well-known to everyone—the." read more

On January 24, 2025, at Mr. Morella Antonio's company (partner of CO.PLA) located in Fondi (LT), a field day was held to promote the range of greenhouse lettuce from Vilmorin-Mikado. A greenhouse sector was set up for this specific event, with planting done at the end. read more

In January-February 2025, Azerbaijan exported 4,045 tons of hazelnuts valued at $28.12 million, according to the State Customs Committee, as reported by ABC.AZ. This represents an increase of $5.27 million (23%) in value and 249 tons (6.6%) in quantity compared to the same period in 2024. read more

Joya® Europe kicks off the 2024-2025 season with a record commercializable volume of 20,000 tonnes of high-quality Joya® apples, representing a growth of +17% compared to the previous season. Thanks to this positive trend, the brand consolidates its leadership in Europe. read more

California's avocado harvest is currently at its peak, with the state anticipating a plentiful crop this year. The harvest began in the southern region of San Diego and recently extended to the largest growing area, Ventura County. It is estimated that the state is approximately three weeks away from harvesting the first avocados. read more

W lutym Chiny odnotowały znaczny wzrost eksportu owoców do Rosji, osiągając sześcioletnie maksimum w przypadku wysyłek jabłek oraz rekordowe poziomy dla truskawek, egzotycznych owoców, pomidorów i papryki. Dane chińskiej służby statystycznej, przeanalizowane przez RIA Novosti, podkreślają ten trend. Rosja's read more

Defra has announced that it will not extend the Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme, and the government has not stated if there will be any scheme to replace it either. This has left English and Welsh growers in producer organizations uncertain about the future and their ability to keep up with... read more