This month, Jos Aben joined abbGrowers as Chief Commercial Officer. After gaining experience in strawberry cultivation at Limgroup and later in potato breeding at Solynta, Jos is returning to the soft fruit segment. "I am very much looking forward to seizing this opportunity at abbGrowers by. read more

Morocco has significantly increased its presence in the Canadian citrus market, with its grapefruit exports doubling and achieving a new record in the marketing year (MY) 2024/25, as reported by EastFruit. read more

The fruit sector in Argentina is still adapting after facing years of economic instability, high production costs, and low profitability, which resulted in decreased exports and a decline in important regions. The current government is concentrating on stabilizing the economy, lowering inflation, and restructuring public... read more

It is a difficult time of the year for pineapples due to low demand towards the end of October. "The school holidays are over, and consumers tend to have less money to spend at the end of the month. This year, the school holidays fell later in the month, and fruit consumption naturally declined as a result." read more

November, as we all know, does not enjoy a great reputation. It is the month when the days get shorter, temperatures drop, and – as if that weren't enough – the desire to spend also freezes. After the expenses of post-summer return and before the rush for Christmas gifts, consumption experiences a real and read more

HK-Pack is once again showcasing its established selection of trays, carrier bags, and packaging for the fruit and vegetable industry at expoSE in Karlsruhe this year. Following the acquisition of the Mannheim-based family business GERNET Print GmbH in spring 2025, the production capabilities in the sector have been expanded. read more

China's exports of fresh produce increased by 20 per cent, with Spain and the Netherlands also showing strong growth. read more

The Agricola Campidanese PO, which cultivates a consistent 250 hectares of artichokes annually, began supplying the first volumes to the Italian market last week. Salvatore Lotta, the commercial director of the Sardinian PO, expressed confidence in the start of the new campaign: "We..." read more

The Bacon avocado harvest in southern Spain has halted due to low demand caused by pressure from third countries. The Hass campaign is set to begin in approximately two weeks. "We began harvesting Bacon avocados about 20 days ago, but due to strong demand and sales,..." read more

In 2026, Corporación Palmar will celebrate its 50th anniversary since its establishment, solidifying its position as a family-owned business with a wealth of experience in the production and export of bananas from the El Oro province in Ecuador. The company commenced its operations in 1976 and ventured into exporting two decades later, in 1996. read more

Invest International, the Dutch development finance institution, has provided a loan of €15 million (US$16.2 million) to Namibia Berries to aid in the expansion of its blueberry farm located along the Kavango River in north-eastern Namibia. Namibia Berries successfully exported its initial harvest last year. read more

At Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport in Suriname, travelers can stock up on fresh fruit and vegetables at Uw Fruittuintje just before departure. "It's often the last thing people buy before flying back to the Netherlands," explains owner Wikash Algoe. "A bag of yardlong beans for grandma." read more

The latest analysis by Fepex on United Nations data shows an expanding market: in 2024, global exports of fresh fruit and vegetables reached 148 million tonnes, a 2% increase compared to the previous year. read more

Mr. Pravin Changdevrao Wankhade of fresh produce exporter Universe Exports mentioned that India has a strong availability of onions in key growing regions such as Nashik, Ahmednagar, Pune, Jalgaon in Maharashtra, as well as Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, and Karnataka. According to him, there is consistent harvesting and smooth supply of onions in these regions. read more

On October 29th, the PINK LADY DAY took place, an event celebrating the Pink Lady apple involving the producer organization MINGUZZI SPA CONSORTILE from Alfonsine (RA) in its 9th edition. In fact, this event was established in 2017 and is renewed each year in a different location. read more

In Tsuruta Town, Aomori Prefecture, growers are creating eiri ringo, or designer apples, by wrapping unripe fruit in clear sheets printed with words and patterns. As the apples ripen and turn red, the covered areas remain pale, revealing intricate designs and messages on the skin. This creative practice combines agriculture with artistry, resulting in unique and visually stunning fruits. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA), with the support of exhibitors from the Global Produce & Floral Show, has donated 226,227 lbs. of fresh, high-quality produce and 30,000 lbs. of flowers and plants to the local Orange County and Los Angeles community. This annual event attracts... read more

Valencia oranges imported from Egypt and South Africa had a tough season in India this year, according to Shakeel Ahmed of Mahira International. "The number of imports increased significantly, with nearly 500 to 600 extra containers arriving compared to the previous year. However, the fruit did not sell as expected. read more

As Moldova nears the end of its late table grape harvest, growers are grappling with the lingering effects of prolonged autumn rains, which have pushed a significant portion of the crop toward winemaking rather than fresh sales. In several regions, up to 50% of the "Moldova" grape crop has been affected. read more

The lychee harvest in Madagascar is showing much more promise this year, after experiencing a 60% decrease in production in 2024 due to the impacts of climate change. Forecasts indicate that volumes will increase in most production areas, potentially leading to a decrease in the purchase price at collection stations. read more