New Day Fruits (NDF), located in the Chilean region of Ñuble, has revealed its intention to construct a new cherry packing plant to accommodate the increasing cherry production in the region. Official data shows that there are currently 3,062 hectares of cherry orchards in Ñuble. read more

The FPJ Festival of Fresh Special previews FPJ's main summer event and focuses on soft fruit as the British season begins. read more

Morelos could become the third Mexican state to enter the lucrative avocado export market. The state government is progressing in its strategy to promote Morelos avocados in international markets, particularly in the US, to diversify the state's exportable products and generate revenue. read more

The Catalan fruit association Afrucat has published an estimate of the losses to this year's stone fruit and top fruit crop caused by a recent hailstorm that affected parts of Lleida. They estimate that around 8% of plantings were affected, which is equivalent to a decrease of approximately 75,000. read more

This year's Spanish stone fruit season will begin slightly later than usual, with good sizes and quality anticipated. There is expected to be minimal impact from the recent hailstorms in certain regions of the country. read more

Bollo Natural Fruit has released its 2023/24 sustainability report, outlining the initiatives and projects implemented in the past fiscal year across five key areas: biodiversity, decarbonization, water efficiency, supply chain, and wellbeing and inclusion. read more

The driver of sales growth in March 2025 is fresh fruit (+7% compared to the same month last year). At the same time, the increase in prices paid, at plus three percent, is slightly below the overall FMCG price increase, resulting in double-digit revenue growth for fruit. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced that its Rubyglow pineapple was awarded Best Food Innovation at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025. read more

A report in The Times has revealed that the UK now has its first citrus grove. Thanks to a warming climate, the country could soon start producing its own oranges, lemons, and mandarins outdoors. read more

Las exportaciones de frutas y verduras de España aumentaron un 2 por ciento en volumen y un 6,5 por ciento en valor durante los dos primeros meses del año.

The exports of fruits and vegetables from Spain increased by 2 per cent in volume and 6.5 per cent in value during the first two months of the year. read more

It is common knowledge that the UK heavily relies on Spain for importing fruits and vegetables, with the southeastern region of Murcia often called the Garden of Europe for good reason. Nearly a quarter of the vegetables imported by the UK come from Spain, including essential items such as tomatoes, peppers, and. read more

The boxes enhance the school day: With mushroom cultivation material and informative teaching resources, they enable teachers to bring the world of mushrooms closer to children in a practical way. According to the BDC, feedback from schools shows: "Whether in science classes, nature clubs or..." read more

Mariano Zapata, President of Proexport, assures: "It is still too early to assess the economic losses that may have occurred in the fruit and vegetable sector. It must be considered that these are fresh products and that, for example, some companies have generators." read more

Argentine exports of fresh stonefruit in 2024/25 reached a total of 4,803 tonnes, showing a 44 percent decrease compared to the previous year and an 11 percent decline from the three-year average, as reported by the plant health authority Senasa. read more

The Dutch company Fruitful Ventures has revealed a new brand identity for Bloom, the exclusive private label used by its subsidiaries Olympic Fruit, Hoofdman-Roodzant, and Fresh-Pride. read more

However, how can ethylene be best managed within the supply chain of fruits and vegetables? Which products are particularly sensitive and how can the "worst case scenario" be avoided? read more

The state secretary in the Ministry of Food, Agriculture, and Consumer Protection explained: "The domestic strawberry season is just around the corner. The success story of the strawberry, one of the most popular fruits among consumers, began at the end of... read more

The Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) has released its final report on the review of biosecurity import requirements for fresh pomelo from Vietnam and has recommended that imports be allowed, with certain conditions. read more

The leading Australian citrus packer-exporter Mildura Fruit Company (MFC) is introducing a third brand to its new range ahead of the 2025 season. read more

Prince de Bretagne is a cooperative of fruit and vegetable producers based in Brittany, France. The cooperative is known for its high-quality produce and commitment to sustainable agriculture practices.

The structure of Prince de Bretagne is based on cooperation among its members, who are independent farmers working together to market and sell their products. The cooperative enables small-scale producers to pool their resources, share knowledge and expertise, and access markets that they might not be able to reach on their own. This cooperative structure allows farmers to benefit from economies of scale while maintaining their independence and autonomy.

In terms of philosophy, Prince de Bretagne is dedicated to producing fresh, flavorful, and healthy fruits and vegetables that are grown in harmony with the environment. The cooperative promotes sustainable farming practices, including organic farming, crop rotation, and biodiversity conservation. They prioritize the well-being of their workers, the health of their consumers, and the protection of the natural resources on which their farms depend.

Overall, Prince de Bretagne's philosophy is centered around producing high-quality, sustainable fruits and vegetables while supporting the livelihoods of its member farmers and contributing to the well-being of the community and the environment. read more