Table grapes from Brazil may soon be allowed to enter the South Korean market without tariffs, while import duties on strawberries sent from South Korea to Brazil could also be eliminated. This decision follows a meeting between representatives from both countries to explore ways to strengthen their trade relationship. read more

The banana brand Chiquita has been named a Golden Sponsor of the 50th anniversary dinner and celebrations of New Covent Garden Market (NCGM). read more

The Global Alliance against Fusarium TR4, a coalition of key stakeholders in the banana industry with the goal of stopping the spread of a disease that poses a threat to the survival of the crop, has garnered significant backing from the World Bank, a major source of project funding. read more

Only a few individuals will confidently predict the volumes of South African stonefruit as early as the end of September, but there are promising indications that this year's crop will surpass the export harvest total from last year. read more

A project led by multinational fruit company Chiquita has officially introduced Yelloway One, its first hybrid, edible banana that provides resistance to fungal diseases Fusarium Wilt, caused by Fusarium Tropical Race 4 (TR4), and Black Leaf Streak Disease, also known as Black Sigatoka. read more

In an interview with Frutas de Chile, Sergio Del Castillo, CEO of the organization ProCitrus, stated that "we expect a small growth at the end of the season, mainly driven by late mandarins, but also significantly by Tahiti limes," as reported by simfruit. read more

In an interview with Frutas de Chile, Sergio Del Castillo, CEO of the organization ProCitrus, explained that "we expect a small growth at the end of the season, driven by the late mandarins, but also to a significant extent by the Tahiti lime," as reported by simfruit. read more

Almost 350 industry professionals attended Anecoop’s inaugural Kaki Persimon Group Congress on Thursday in Carlet, Valencia. The event was an opportunity for cooperative members that make up the company’s Persimon Group to delve into the productive, commercial and market landscape. read more

For cucumbers of the Frances type, prices ranged from 0.80 euros/kg to 0.70 euros/kg, for cucumbers of the Corto Negro type, prices ranged from 0.87 euros/kg to 0.60 euros/kg, and for snake cucumbers, prices ranged from 0.80 euros/kg to 0.70 euros/kg. read more

In terms of cultivation, the 90 active Pfalzmarkt producers were able to leverage the natural harvesting advantage of the Pfalz region and supply the market early, reliably, and sustainably with fresh fruits and vegetables from Germany's largest contiguous open-field cultivation area for fresh vegetables! read more

With the first fruits appearing on the shelves, the outlook is good for producers and marketers, reports the online agricultural service vilt.be. "The lowest price for apples is about 25% higher than last year, and this could potentially increase even further as the season progresses," says Kris. read more

David Rankin, MD at Greenvale, and Mark Willcox, agronomy director at Branston, share their perspectives on the current challenging situation in the UK potato market and discuss the measures their businesses are taking to drive the industry forward. read more

Murcian grape and stonefruit grower-marketer El Ciruelo has launched a new marketing campaign. With the slogan "Let's start by taking care of ourselves," the campaign emphasizes the company's commitment to the health and wellness of its consumers, employees, and the community. read more

Asia's total fresh fruit imports increased in 2023 due to a rise in intra-Asian trade of tropical fruits, with a notable increase in durian shipments to China. read more

Peruvian blueberries have been shipped to the port of Tianjin, China, for the first time, reducing transit times to the northern Chinese market. The 11.7-ton consignment arrived at Tianjin on 18 September. This marked the first time that South American blueberries were imported through a northern port. read more

California’s avocado growers may be anticipating a plentiful harvest next year. However, on the same day they projected a larger crop in 2025, they also expressed frustration that the government will permit Mexico to carry out its own inspections on avocado orchards that export to the US. read more

The Dutch salad vegetable supplier Harvest House has maintained its Climate-Neutral Certified (CNC) sustainability label, which it initially obtained in February 2023. This allows them to keep labeling their cucumbers, peppers, and tomatoes as climate-friendly. read more

Carrefour Belgium announced that they have observed an increase in sales of vegetable meal kit packs since they started displaying them next to plant-based protein products. read more

Perfection Fresh, one of Australia's largest fruit and vegetable producers, has had its Two Wells property quarantined after the Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) was detected. read more

According to a survey commissioned by Borough Market of more than 1,000 7-11-year-olds, less than a third of children can correctly identify a beetroot or courgette. read more