Bananas were the leading item with 63,324,000 US dollars, making up 21.36% of the total, followed by ginger with 39,700,000 US dollars (13.39% of the total), cocoa with 32,871,000 US dollars (11.09%), coffee with 31,164,000 US dollars (10.51%), and quinoa with 30,940,000 US dollars (10.44%). read more

Po długoterminowej przyszłości sektora eksportu mango w Republice Południowej Afryki wydaje się znacznie jaśniejsza po ogłoszeniu umowy mającej na celu zwiększenie wprowadzenia nowych odmian w kraju. read more

The kiwifruit company Zespri's innovative pillbox retail packaging concept has won three marketing awards at the Effie Awards Singapore. read more

As QS reports citing the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL), the EU Commission has lowered the maximum residue limit (MRL) of deltamethrin for beans after a review with Regulation (EU) No. 2024/1342 of 21 April 2024. read more

According to reporting by VietNamNet Global, flooding in Nhat Tan ward in Hanoi's Tay Ho district has resulted in the destruction of local peach and kumquat crops. read more

Fast food chain Chipotle is experimenting with an automated machine that can supposedly transform an avocado into guacamole in only 26 seconds. read more

Peter Dennis Cooper, a London wholesaler with a long career and a Past Master of the Worshipful Company of Fruiterers, has passed away at the age of 78. read more

Particularly noticeable are the price increases for table grapes (light varieties), which have risen by 26.2% to 3.37 euros/kg. Peaches (including Paraguayos) have become 16.9% more expensive and now cost 3 euros/kg. Cucumbers have experienced a price jump of 85.2%, with a price of 1.12 euros. read more

The international stage of the Fruit Next Forum 5 offers the perfect opportunity to present the new version of the Smart Ripe Trolley, an innovative IoT (Internet of Things) system for monitoring the ripening process of tropical fruits in the industry. This system, which read more

Through this integration, it is possible, among other advantages, to complete the production cycle of California peppers throughout the year. Unica is the leading producer of peppers in Spain with 100 million kg, which is further increased by the quantities from Surinver. In their catalog… read more

For Berlin customers, the focus is on the organic fresh range, which includes a wide selection of quality fresh products in the areas of fruits and vegetables, bakery goods, fresh meat, and dairy products. There is also a diverse vegan range with around 1,000 individual items. read more

In an interview, the academic José Luis Álvarez Flores from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering (FIME) of UdeC explained that huge amounts of organic waste can be used as absorbers in the microwave range and do not have to be treated as waste. read more

The citrus season in Peru is only a few weeks away from its end. The 2023 season has been characterized by weather conditions that have led to a decrease in the production quantities of these fruits. For this reason, Sergio Del Castillo, CEO of ProCitrus, stated: read more

Włoscy producenci zielonych kiwi spodziewają się spadku produkcji w tym sezonie, informuje Marco De Nadai z firm Kiwi Passion z Treviso. read more

The Italian packaging specialist Ilip has created a new version of its Smart Ripe Trolley, an innovative IoT (Internet of Things) system designed to monitor the ripening process of tropical fruits in industrial environments. read more

California anticipates a significant increase in mandarin production and a slight rise in Navel orange output for the upcoming season. read more

"We are thrilled with the success of ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2024. Over the course of three days, we experienced incredible participation from exhibitors, visitors, and industry leaders from around the world," said David Axiotis, Managing Director of Global Produce Events, the organizer. read more

Who is the most popular among consumers this year? Who, in their opinion, offers the best selection of fruits and vegetables? Additionally, for registered participants, there are two excursions available in the afternoon: one to Limgroup BV in Horst or to Metaversum at GS1 Germany in Cologne. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica confirmed its position as the leading international trade platform for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry in Asia on 4-6 September 2024 with a high-energy, sold-out show in Hong Kong. read more

The charity Brakes Meals & More has urged the new government to provide greater support for the social and nutritional needs of children when schools are closed. read more