The total area for strawberry cultivation decreased by more than 15% to 1,400 hectares during the same period. The cultivation area for berry fruits such as blackcurrants decreased following a peak in 2018. These figures come from the CBS. read more

Before Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, Fruitnet had an exclusive interview with Rijk Zwaan’s Natalie Nguyen - client specialist Asia, Friso Klok - area manager/client manager, and Xinyuan Ma - client manager chain, based in China, discussing the company's expanding influence in Asia. read more

In Italy, the supply of grapes is significantly increasing. In the main growing areas of Apulia, the harvests are following one another rapidly, which is increasing the availability of goods without creating market pressure. The demand remains high, both domestically and for export. The German market is particularly noteworthy. read more

La criadora de bayas española Berries del Oeste dice que su variedad insignia de fresa Arwen sigue ganando terreno en el Sur de Europa, habiendo demostrado una aceptación de mercado "excepcional".

The Spanish berry breeder Berries del Oeste says its flagship Arwen strawberry variety continues to gain traction in Southern Europe, having demonstrated "exceptional" market acceptance. read more

Produkcja jabłek w Unii Europejskiej ma pozostać stosunkowo niska na poziomie 10,46 mln ton, zgodnie z nowymi danymi prognozowymi ujawnionymi przez Światowe Stowarzyszenie Jabłek i Gruszek. read more

The US Apple Association (USApple) has expressed its support for the announcement that the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be buying up to US$35 million worth of fresh apples for distribution through its nutrition assistance programs nationwide. read more

As reported by QS citing the BVL, the emergency authorization for Ridomil Gold R against downy mildew (Peronospora destructor) on outdoor-grown bulb onions and winter onions, originally valid from April 15 to August 12, 2025, remains in effect. read more

The area dedicated to pepper cultivation is estimated at 12,700 hectares, which is at the same level as the previous year, but with a one-week delay. The dominant variety continues to be Type California, although Type Palermo is gaining ground. read more

A cutting-edge diagnostic tool that is set to revolutionize Australia's banana industry is being developed through a new project that is co-funded by Hort Innovation, scientists, and growers. read more

The price increase is particularly concerning for global chocolate manufacturers like the Italian company Ferrero, as it sources about 25% of Turkey's annual production and relies on hazelnuts as a key ingredient for chocolate products. read more

The Lincolnshire vegetable supplier AH Worth has introduced a new trial of red kale as part of its efforts to broaden its range of brassica vegetables. read more

Swiss plums are now being produced under the sustainability program "Sustainability Fruits" for the first time. This is a significant step towards an even more responsible and sustainable fruit production in the future. Consumers can therefore not only expect read more

FernMark is New Zealand's official trademark of origin, awarded by the government to products that meet strict standards of authenticity, quality, and governance. While individual avocado exporters have held licenses in the past, this new read more

According to its own statements, the University of Queensland's program aimed to strengthen the banana industry's ability to diagnose disease outbreaks. read more

Dziewięć miesięcy po uzyskaniu dostępu do Stanów Zjednoczonych, Gwatemala nadal nie przeprowadziła żadnej wysyłki awokado Hass na rynek amerykański, zgodnie z raportem opublikowanym w Prensa Libre. read more

The prices of apples in Europe have reached record levels during the first half of 2025, as the market undergoes an unusual season due to low European production and increasing demand, as reported by the analysis from the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Agriculture and Rural Development. read more

Westfalia Fruit has won four awards at the first South African Food and Beverage Awards 2025 for their avocado oil products. Their Lemon Flavoured Avocado Oil and Lemon variant oil won Gold, while both the Garlic Flavoured and Plain Avocado Oils received Silver Certificates. read more

Spain's fruit and vegetable exports to the EU reached €7.697bn in the January-May period, accounting for 81 percent of the country's total fresh produce exports of €9.46bn. read more

Dole has announced the sale of its Fresh Vegetables Division to Holdco, the parent company of organicgirl, a portfolio company of Arable Capital Partners, for US$140 million. read more

The plants wilted, didn't recover, and many of them died. However, in practice, the phenomenon unfolded differently. While the plants did become limp, many of them also recovered. read more