Despite the widespread geopolitical and economic turmoil, one of the sector's top business analysts believes that the overall economic prospects for tropical fresh fruit are highly positive. read more

A new report from RaboResearch reveals that the global avocado market has surpassed a value of US$20 billion, thanks to rising production and the addition of new supply countries that are contributing to export expansion. read more

Asda, Tesco, and Lidl are some of the top retailers supporting the British apple and pear season, based on figures from the first nine months of the current harvest year. read more

Considering the ongoing expansion of new fruit orchards throughout the country, South African macadamia production could double in the next ten years, further solidifying its leading position. read more

New Zealand snack-sized apple company, Rockit Global, has achieved a major legal win in its continuous efforts to safeguard its intellectual property rights in China. The Zhejiang High People's Court has issued a ruling in favor of the company, representing the first instance of Rockit securing judicial support. read more

The Asia Fruit Logistica Thailand Meet Up welcomed approximately 250 industry professionals from about 20 different countries in Bangkok on June 25 for a day of business networking and knowledge sharing. read more

"PCH said, 'With these combined investments, we can take research to the next level and better support strawberry and greenhouse vegetable growers.'" read more

"In the North German Lowlands, most blueberries have ideal growing conditions, as they thrive in heathland or bog sites, their natural habitats," says Felix Koschnick, head of the experimental berry orchard at the Agricultural Chamber in Langförden (Vechta city). "The" read more

The presence in supermarkets and discount stores is increasing. As a result, the demand for red fruits is also on the rise. In the current 26th calendar week, according to AMI, promotional prices for red currants are already being advertised 7 times in the retail sector, a similar level to that in read more

Fresh Del Monte is celebrating International Pineapple Day on June 27th with Del Monte Zero, which is described as the "first-ever carbon neutral pineapple". The company says the product, launched in 2022, has been developed to fully offset its carbon footprint from farm to fork. read more

Wade Kingsley gently raises the petal of a dahlia, its vibrant pinkish-red color catching the eye. "This one is called Carlos Watermelon," says 46-year-old Wade. "It's currently my favorite." He may not fit the typical image of a florist - at least, that's what the self-described "older guy with a white beard" believes. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, is among the winners of the CPO Awards 2025, winning with the "Plátano de Canarias IGP", the first organically grown banana produced in the Canary Islands and launched in the Italian market. read more

The strawberry season started on time but was extended due to lower temperatures at the beginning. Strawberry farms had around eight to nine weeks of strawberries, which is unusually long. The early season was successful due to optimal weather conditions. read more

High temperatures continue to support the demand for summer fruits at the Ortomercato in Bergamo, with differentiated performances among the different categories. Providing an update is Andrea Chiodi, market director: "Watermelons are undoubtedly the current reference point. Prices are" read more

The rynek pieczarek białych obecnie doświadcza typowego letniego spadku. "Popyt na pieczarki białe zazwyczaj jest stosunkowo niski między Wielkanocą a sierpniem/wrzesniem, dlatego dostosowujemy produkcję, aby odzwierciedlić mniejsze sprzedaże. Jednak w porównaniu do poprzednich lat, tegoroczny letni spadek jest… read more

This week, the watermelon harvest began in the north of Castellón, where the surface area has increased once again. "Our watermelon harvest officially started on Wednesday, June 25. It will run until the beginning of August," stated Sebastián Torres, Benihort's Export Sales Manager. read more

The Coöperatie Hoogstraten is located just across the border in Belgium. When it comes to bell peppers, however, this short distance makes a significant difference. While the Netherlands has the largest acreage for bell peppers in both countries, Hoogstraten fetches higher prices. read more

For over a decade, the Strawberry Conference TSW has been one of the most important events for anyone professionally involved in strawberry cultivation. It is here, during the Horticulture and Vegetable Fair, that the best specialists, practitioners, and enthusiasts in this industry come together. read more

Bright red heart pulp, excellent firmness, and a sweet tropical note that surprises: Exotic Red is the red kiwi signed by Jingold, now available in supermarkets even during the summer months thanks to production in the southern hemisphere. It is an exclusive variety of which the company read more

Odkrycie 300 kg kokainy w skrzynkach z bananami podkreśla trwające wyzwania w handlu nielegalnym. Według rzeczniczki policji Brandenburgii, Brigit Kardels, narkotyki zostały znalezione w dziesięciu supermarketach w Berlinie i czterech w Brandenburgii. To zdarzenie pokrywa się z wcześniejszymi metodami przemytu, które obejmują. read more