Vip, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta, is the main supplier of organic apples in Europe, also thanks to the dedicated packaging plant integrated within the Juval cooperative. An example of innovation that ensures premium quality. read more

According to Marcos Araújo, Commercial Manager of Frutura Uruguay S.A., the Uruguayan citrus sector is preparing for a year with improved prospects in the orange market following a season of low production. He also mentioned expectations of a significant volume in the coming season. read more

Produkcja pomarańczy w Argentynie pozostaje stosunkowo stabilna od kilku lat, choć z wyraźną preferencją dla owoców wysokiej jakości z przeznaczeniem na eksport. Nahuel Lavino z Fama Importadora y Exportadora S.A. twierdzi, że w sezonie 2025 udało im się wyeksportować około 30%. read more

W tygodniu 51 zostało wyeksportowanych do Wielkiej Brytanii 4 259 200 kg cebuli, zgodnie z najnowszym komunikatem KCB. "Ku mojemu zdziwieniu, ostatni tydzień eksportu w roku w szczególności odnotował poziom niespotykany od 30 lat" - mówi Adriaan van Belzen z Daily Onions. "Mimo że nie mogę udowodnić inaczej, read more

Operating through a network of over 500 smallholder farmers, Afri Foods is a Rwandan agrifood exporter founded in 2019 by Sakina Usengimana. The company is positioned at the intersection of gender inclusion and technology-enabled scaling, and currently specializes in exporting avocados and chilies. read more

W Hiszpanii i Portugalii dostawy malin są niższe niż oczekiwano. "Było zimno i deszczowo, co skutkowało ograniczoną dostępnością i zmienną jakością. Ale gdy jakość jest dobra, plantatorzy mogą osiągnąć dobre ceny w wysokości 10-12 euro" - mówi Jan van Bergeijk z Remolino Berries, który działa w read more

Zespri is reporting a successful season in the southern hemisphere, further solidifying its position in the UK kiwifruit market, especially with its SunGold™ range. Since the launch of branded SunGold packs in Tesco in 2024, distribution and visibility have increased significantly across a wider area. read more

The significant lack of Mauritanian extra-early watermelons this season indicates that producers have decided to step back from the initiative they started last season. In the 2024/2025 season, a number of producers in Mauritania ventured into the commercial challenge of an exceptionally early season, beginning as early as December. read more

The best way to convince yourself is to visit one of the most modern strawberry plantations in Poland. In a prepared report, Janusz Góra from Haygrove company talks to Dariusz Malak from Amplus company, where strawberries of repeating varieties have been grown for several years. read more

Low-pressure system "Elli" has arrived. In Lower Saxony, snow chaos reigns on the A2 near Hanover, and the lane toward Dortmund is closed after an accident. The German Weather Service (DWD) expects up to 20 centimeters of new snow. In Berlin and North Rhine-Westphalia, however, people can. read more

During the Christmas week, the performance of the fruit and vegetable department in hypermarkets and supermarkets is overall satisfactory: volumes increase and values also grow, despite a slight decrease in the average mix price. The calendar, under the same conditions, does not... read more

Lidl Ireland has pledged to meet a new target for fiber intake as a recent study sheds light on Ireland's fiber deficiency. The majority of Irish people obtain their fiber from breakfast cereals (51%), bread (22%), porridge or oats (19%), fruits. read more

Apofruit confirms its participation at Marca (booth D/54-E/51, pavilion 19). The cooperative, which has concluded the celebrations for the 65th anniversary of its foundation, will showcase various proposals for gdo partners. Investments in varietal innovation for Candine Apples. read more

Global orange markets are currently in the peak of the Northern Hemisphere season, with supply dynamics varying depending on the region. Factors such as weather conditions, timing of the harvest, and local demand patterns are shaping the situation. This is being seen in Europe, the Americas, and countries in the Southern Hemisphere that are major orange producers. read more

As provided for in the current Framework Agreement, the Parity Commission of the Potato Exchange in Bologna, in light of the market trends in the ongoing marketing campaign, has reconfirmed the reference price for top-quality potatoes, GlobalGap, at €0.42 per kilogram. read more

The international fruit and vegetable trade is facing crucial decisions, and the answers come from the innovative strength of the sector itself. Products and technologies capable of creating added value, of exciting consumers, and of rethinking the very concept of creation. read more

Kazakhstan increased its fruit and berry exports in the first ten months of 2025, shipping 197,600 tonnes abroad, up 33.5% compared to the same period in 2024. Export earnings reached $27.6 million. Melons and watermelons led the growth, with shipments up 22.9% to 91,400 tonnes. Major buyers. read more

Fruit Logistica will gather companies involved in the global fresh produce supply chain. With exhibitors from over 90 countries, the event offers a platform to exchange ideas on advancements, technologies, and operational strategies in fresh fruit and vegetable logistics. read more

At the Marca Fresh (pavilion 19, booth C39), Naturitalia will present an assortment based on a network of over 3,000 farmers active in the cultivation of more than 10,000 hectares spread across 13 Italian regions. Among the novelties are the packaging of Italian strawberries dedicated to Valentine's Day. read more

Service products, high value-added solutions, functional proposals: many categories in the food industry are already interpreting this evolution. Today, even the fruit and vegetable sector is ready to take a step forward. And 2026 could mark a turning point, with proteins. read more