Mexico's blueberry production is expected to decrease by 9 percent to 73,500 tonnes in 2025, as reported by the US Department of Agriculture. The country is projected to export 70,000 tonnes while importing around 20,000 tonnes of the fruit this year. read more

"We had very productive days where we strengthened trade relations and analyzed the development of the campaign in a market that recognizes us for our quality and specialization," explained Juan Marín, General Manager of Cricket. read more

Inappropriate avocados are processed at Westfalia's facility into products such as avocado puree, mashed avocado, guacamole, and more. The avocado skins and pits from the process, which were previously typically used in low-quality applications such as anaerobic digestion plants, read more

Przemysł jabłek i gruszek w Nowej Zelandii po raz pierwszy przekroczył wartość ponad 1 miliarda dolarów nowozelandzkich przy bramie sadu, zgodnie z nowymi danymi dotyczącymi wpływu gospodarczego. read more

Around 70 growers, agronomists, packers, and breeders attended the recent Duchy College Cornish autumn and winter cauliflower trials in Cornwall, UK. These trials provide an annual opportunity for brassica specialists to come together and evaluate the new varieties from all the major seed companies. read more

This innovative variety has been developed with a special focus on flavor and performance throughout the production chain. Bestum is characterized by a consistently sweet taste, improved texture, and reliable production. With a consistently high Brix value. read more

The results also show "positive correlations in susceptibility" to viruses in general. In other words, fly species that were resistant to one virus were generally also resistant to others - even to very different types of viruses. read more

The Berry group Driscoll’s expressed that they feel "honored" to be ranked second in Circana's ranking of top food and beverage brands. read more

The pear industry in South Africa has been looking for a variety of blushed pears to enhance its position in global markets for many years. read more

The main reasons for the partly poor harvest results were, as with the tree fruit harvest, a severe frost period in April 2024. This led to almost a complete crop failure, especially with the aronia berries. The harvest of currants and blackberries was also greatly affected. read more

Produkcja awokado w Peru ma wzrosnąć o ponad 23 procent w 2025 roku. Zaledwie kilka dni przed rozpoczęciem sezonu, który trwa od lutego do września, oczekiwania na udaną kampanię są wysokie, według FreshFruit Peru. read more

Pink Lady Europe has set an ambitious target for 2030 to have 100 million people enjoying Pink Lady apples annually, according to the new president Bruno Bertheloz. read more

According to UNIKA, the module is aimed at all those interested in potatoes - from newcomers and career changers to experienced professionals in agriculture, trade, processing, as well as upstream and downstream sectors. No academic entry requirements are necessary. read more

Konsumpcja awokado w Europie znacząco wzrosła w 2023/24 roku, zgodnie z najnowszymi danymi Światowej Organizacji Awokado (WAO). read more

Compared to the average of the past six years, the total bush berry harvest in 2024 decreased by 10.5%. The last time a lower harvest than in 2024 was achieved was in 2020, with 35,800 tons. read more

The topic of a panel discussion organized by GlobalGAP at last week's Fruit Logistica was about transforming supply chains and enhancing the resilience of global food systems through the adoption of responsible farming practices by smallholders. read more

The agreed conditions there are the trade customs for wholesale and foreign trade with fruits and vegetables and form a common basis for the practices in the fresh fruits and vegetables sector. "Disputes can be very lengthy and costly. You try to read more

His expectations for the trade fair appearance were not disappointed: VIP met with numerous existing and potential business clients for valuable discussions during the fair. While the Fruit Attraction trade fair in Madrid takes place at the beginning of the season, making it the ideal time to meet. read more

Organizers have announced that the biennial conference of the British Herbs Association (BHA) will take place on 5th March at Cranfield University. read more

AM Fresh successfully won the prestigious Fruit Logistica Innovation Award 2025 in Berlin today (February 7) for its Onix orange, despite facing tough competition. read more