Halfway through the 2025/26 campaign, the global kiwi market is undergoing a profound restructuring. On one hand, global supply (excluding China) has increased significantly by 10%, reaching 1.6 million tons, while on the other hand, supply chain management is becoming more precise. It is no longer just a matter of read more

A tomato production partnership between the West Africa Food System Resilience Project (FSRP) and agribusiness firm FarmMate Ltd has successfully completed the first round of harvest, yielding about 240 tons of tomatoes in Ghana's Upper East Region. The harvest is part of dry-season production aimed at addressing. read more

Sun World International is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking a half century of growth and transformation. Founded in 1976 as a California-based produce marketing firm, the company has evolved through multiple reinventions in its work in genetics, licensing, and brand development. Over five... read more

A reliable year-round supply for retail begins with consistent crop performance at the production level. At Fruit Logistica, Rijk Zwaan is showcasing a variety of new developments focused on enhancing crop resilience, ensuring production security, and maintaining consistent quality throughout the fresh produce chain. read more

Intertropic, the Spanish Avocado and Mango Inter-branch Organization, has announced the appointment of Antonio Carpintero as its new general manager. The decision was unanimously approved by the board of directors. This appointment is significant for the organization as it is at a crucial moment. read more

Kronen will showcase a range of its machines and system solutions for industrial processing of fruit, vegetables, salad leaves, and other fresh foods at booth A-20 in Hall 1.1 at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The presentation will highlight how processing technology can enhance efficiency. read more

What will the weather be like in Italy this week? In the coming days, a significant rise in temperatures is expected, with values generally higher than seasonal averages. The recent cold spell that affected the country last week will therefore dissipate. read more

Full production for Tarocco oranges, while the Sicilian campaign for Navelina blonde oranges is coming to an end. First batches of late clementines, such as Hernandina and Nova, are starting. The marketing of Italian apples is going well, with the arrival of Granny Smith as well. read more

Sunripe Farms, located in the Kigali region of Rwanda, manages 30 hectares of cultivated land, which includes 2 hectares covered by 24 greenhouse units. The company is certified under HACCP and GLOBALG.A.P. standards. Its production consists of cucumbers, tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, sweet peppers, and French beans. read more

Australia's vegetable industry will be represented in the newly announced Trade Diversification Network (TDN), which is part of the Australian Government's AU$50 million Accessing New Markets Initiative (ANMI). The announcement was made by the Minister for Trade and Tourism, Senator Don. read more

Antonio Ruggiero S.p.A. will also participate in Marca 2026 this year, renewing its presence that has seen it as a protagonist since the early editions of the event. This continuity demonstrates the company's role as a strategic partner and a reference point in the potato sector for retail. read more

The Ecuadorian blueberry sector is gradually growing, with the majority of production targeted towards the domestic market. "Ecuador produces high-quality blueberries, but it is not a country driven by volume," summarizes Álex Bustos Guerra, general manager of GreenControl-LA. Data from the Central Bank of Ecuador supports this trend. read more

Limex introduces the Modular 8: a customizable washing machine platform for crates, seed trays, flower buckets, or floats. The Modular 8 allows customers to tailor the washing machine to their specific requirements by utilizing standard modules. It offers a wide range of configuration options, although custom-built solutions are not available. read more

Amazon UK has started conducting drone delivery flights in Darlington, with a planned launch for 2026. The company has initiated drone flights from its fulfilment centre in Darlington as part of its efforts to introduce the UK's inaugural Prime Air drone delivery service. Source: retailtechinnovationhub.com read more

Przejście w dostawach szparagów z Peru do Meksyku jest tuż przed nami. "Peru dostarczał duże ilości szparagów, gdy kończyliśmy ubiegły rok" - mówi Carlos Solf, wiceprezes ds. zaopatrzenia w firmie Southern Specialties, producenta, importer i przetwórcę świeżych szparagów. Zauważa, że read more

Aditya More of Aditya Agro & Marketing, an Indian table grape grower, says that Indian grape exports are maintaining stability despite a 50% decrease in production in Nashik, India's primary grape-growing region. More explains that while volumes are slightly down compared to the previous season due to weather-related difficulties, there is still strong demand for high-quality fruit. read more

Moroccan orange exports have shown positive growth for the second season in a row, gradually recovering after the sharp decline recorded in 2022/23, according to EastFruit. read more

Two geographically specific crops from Mysuru district, the Nanjangud Rasabale banana and Mysuru veelyadele betel leaves, have experienced a decline in cultivation due to disease outbreaks and limitations in marketing. Authorities have stated that preparations for exporting both products are underway. read more

According to data published by FreshFruit, in 2025 Peru exported approximately 412 tons of fresh blueberries, with a total value of nearly US$ 2.560 billion. This shows a double-digit increase in both volume and value compared to 2024, while the average annual price was around US$ 6.2/kg. read more

Stany Zjednoczone i Kanada są netto importującymi czosnkiem, a krajowa produkcja z Kalifornii spełnia jedynie niewielką część popytu. Duża część importu pochodzi z Chin, ponieważ kraj ten jest największym producentem czosnku na świecie, a ich eksport dominuje globalnie pod względem ilości i cen. read more