As the weather warms up, Produce Plus takes a look at summer favourites, including spotlights on the mango, stonefruit, cherry and table grape categories as they vie for attention over the holiday period. read more

South African fresh produce exporters to the US still hope that adjustments will be made to the trade tariffs imposed on their fruit before the new season begins. read more

As the chief commercial officer of Fyffes, my main aims include overseeing an ambitious growth strategy for the company, specifically focusing on developing the new 'community-impact' banana brand Trudi's. This involves expanding the market reach of Trudi's bananas, increasing brand recognition, building strong relationships with communities where the bananas are sourced, and ensuring that the brand's impact is positive and sustainable. Additionally, I aim to drive overall sales growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and strengthen Fyffes' position in the market as a socially responsible and ethical brand. read more

Dla kenijskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Fawakih Import and Export, rosnące zapotrzebowanie Azji na awokado otwiera nowe możliwości, a dyrektor zarządzający El’miqdad Hassan Nandwa jest optymistyczny co do potencjału regionu. read more

The French apple exporter Blue Whale is increasing its growth in Asia at a faster pace, with a strong emphasis on high-quality varieties and a more tailored approach to meet the rapidly changing consumer preferences in the region. read more

Albert Bartlett has partnered with two leading cheese brands – Mexicana and Applewood – to create a duo of indulgent cheesy mash products that are launching this autumn. read more

ZIN 186 is harvested later and marketed for a longer period compared to the earlier ZIN 168, in order to ensure availability for an extended period. The first commercial products will be available starting from mid-November 2025. Fruit farmers and producer organizations such as Elbe-Obst are involved in the marketing of ZIN products. read more

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC), a UK-based integrated berry supplier, will be announcing a new joint venture with Southern Cross Marketing & Management (Southern Group) at this month's Fruit Attraction event. Southern Group is a leader in grapes and dates in the Southern Hemisphere. read more

The independent seed company Tozer is showcasing its trial field this week at the Seed Meets Technology event in The Netherlands. From September 23-25, attendees from various sectors of the industry will have the opportunity to explore over a hundred innovative vegetable varieties on Tozer's 1,300m² plot. read more

According to a press release, BelOrta states that Lambrecht wants to "give a new direction" to his career with his own project. "We sincerely thank Jo for his many years of commitment, his great dedication to the fresh fruit and vegetable sector, and his contribution to growth." read more

Aldo Pesce, export sales, states that the increasing demand for avocado oil due to its health benefits is leading more growers to enter its production. This trend is driven by heightened risks in the fresh market caused by logistical disruptions resulting from rising geopolitical tensions. read more

These are significantly more than last year, with an increase of 60.1%. This results in a yield increase from 25.8 to 41.4 t/ha. The estimated harvest volume for 2025 exceeds the average of the past ten years (64,383 t) by 27.9%. The high apple harvest is due to the favorable conditions. read more

Packing soft fruits such as raspberries, strawberries, and blackberries is a daily balancing act. These products are valuable yet fragile, and getting them from the field to the customer in perfect condition becomes a big task. From labor shortages to costly overpacking and ever-tighter deadlines, the read more

The council's decision to reject the planning application for three polytunnels for protected fruit production and on-site worker caravans has been criticized as a setback for Britain's food self-sufficiency. read more

A group of British businesses will be jointly exhibiting at the upcoming Fruit Attraction trade show in Madrid. read more

NFL quarterback Caleb Williams is contributing to the growth of the berry brand Fruitist by becoming an investor through his company 888 Midas, which has joined its roster of supporters. read more

The goal is to find varieties that can better cope with drought, heat, or pests and require less fertilizers. This is intended to make the potato more resilient for the future. The project "Potatoes for Tomorrow" is conducted by the Max Planck Institute for Molecular. read more

Household consumption of fresh produce decreased by 0.4 percent in the first half of the year compared to the same period in 2024. read more

Traders, customers, and passersby at New Covent Garden Market may be served by the iconic chef Pierre Koffmann this week as part of a partnership and giveaway between The Food Heroes and Premier Foods Wholesale. read more

According to Dr. Jörg Wallner from 2b AHEAD ThinkTank, the future is an "exciting, very complex construct" that can be actively shaped. A variety of developments are fundamentally changing how we work and live, how we move around, shop, and eat. read more