In its message presented on the subject, the government recommends that Parliament reject the initiative without a direct counterproposal or indirect alternative. The goals of the initiative can only be achieved through profound state interventions, it is argued. "Justified". read more

The European Commission has officially approved the health claim that "consumption of green kiwis contributes to a normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency" - based on a daily intake of two fresh green kiwis (Actinidia deliciosa). read more

Zespri, a kiwifruit marketer, has achieved a significant milestone as green kiwifruit has become the first fresh fruit to receive an authorized health claim from the European Commission. This marks a breakthrough for Zespri and the broader fresh produce industry. read more

The million ton mark is thus reached for the first time since 2022 (1,071,000 t) and the comparatively low apple harvest of the previous year (872,000 t) is exceeded by 15.7%. The reason for the positive harvest expectations are the mild weather conditions during the flowering period as well as in the read more

Green kiwifruit has made history by becoming the first fresh fruit to receive an authorized health claim from the European Commission. This achievement is a significant milestone for Zespri, a marketer of kiwifruit, and the overall fresh produce industry. read more

Terytorium Północne ogłosiło nową umowę zapewniającą długoterminowy dostęp do rynku Australii Zachodniej dla produkcji mango w stanie. read more

Ten artykuł jest częścią serii zapowiedzi wystawców Asiafruit Magazine's Asia Fruit Logistica, prezentującej niektóre z kluczowych firm, które warto zobaczyć na najważniejszym wydarzeniu owocowo-warzywnym w Azji. Pełną prezentację można zobaczyć w najnowszym wydaniu Asiafruit Magazine tutaj lub zobaczyć. read more

Sun World International has expanded its global licensee network by adding five marketers, increasing its presence in Egypt, Chile, and Italy. The company stated that this decision would enhance its supply chain and respond to the increasing global demand for exclusive varieties such as Autumncrisp and Ruby Rush. read more

Even though the weather didn't cooperate everywhere in spring, one thing is certain: there will be plenty of selection this year. Those who think of apples as a simple, always reliable companion throughout the year underestimate them greatly. They are also virtuosos. read more

Even though the weather didn't play along everywhere in spring, one thing is certain: There will be plenty of choices this year. Those who believe that the apple is a simple, reliable companion throughout the year are greatly underestimating it. It is also a virtuoso. read more

The campaign has started in La Rioja Baja, Arrúbal, Agoncillo, Logroño, and Fuenmayor, and will gradually reach all areas of the PDO (Protected Designation of Origin). In the remaining areas of La Rioja Media and La Rioja Alta, the start of the harvest will be determined based on the development of ripening parameters, which are influenced by the. read more

Spain’s Semillas Fitó has introduced a new label that brings together industrial pepper varieties known for their easy harvesting. read more

Eosta has introduced high-juice Jucy Gold Organic Raingrown oranges to Europe, a move that "demonstrates the company's ongoing commitment to innovation in the organic segment". read more

"Unlike us humans, apples and other plants require sunlight to produce sugar through photosynthesis. However, excessive heat and UV radiation can also be harmful to them," explains Dr. Manuela Zude-Sasse, head of the Precision Horticulture research group at the ATB. read more

In this episode of the FRUIT LOGISTICA Podcast, recorded live at the 2025 trade fair in Berlin, we focus on Poland, a country whose fruit and vegetable sector is gaining global importance. Moderator Carl Collen speaks with two industry leaders: Jan Nowakowski. read more

Despite a significant decrease in the cultivated area, Hungary's production potential in a good season would be around 500,000 tons, including approximately 120,000 to 130,000 tons of dessert apples and 370,000 to 380,000 tons of industrial apples (of which 80% to 90% are juice apples for concentrate production). read more

The strong international demand for oranges and lemons for juice production has helped to increase the export forecast for South Africa for 2025. Favorable growing conditions and improved production efficiency have also contributed to the rise in this year's... read more

Thailand and China are set to open five more fruit trade checkpoints under the Third Country Fruit Transport Protocol starting from 1st September, as reported by The Nation. read more

As Hong Kong navigates a period of economic uncertainty, several pressing concerns are shaping the daily lives of its residents. Among the most significant are increasing food prices, a potential economic downturn or recession, and growing worries about physical health and rising healthcare costs. read more

The UK-based growing media and crop nutrition company ICL has introduced its initial peat-reduced blocking substrate, aiming to assist propagators, growers, and supermarkets in meeting peat reduction goals. read more