The volume of fruit shipped through Terminal Pacífico Sur (TPS) at Chile’s Valparaíso port grew by 18 percent during the 2024/25 season, as reported by Mundo Marítimo. A total of 1.24 million tonnes of fruit was shipped in refrigerated containers between November and May, with cherries and grapes being among the main products. read more

Asiafruit Magazine will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025. To commemorate this milestone, the premier fresh produce business publication and news service in Asia is conducting a survey of the industry to analyze the changes that have occurred in the market over the last three decades, and to predict how it will evolve in the coming years. read more

Asiafruit Magazine will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025. To commemorate this important milestone, the premier fresh produce business publication in Asia is conducting a survey of the industry to understand how the market has evolved over the past three decades and how it is expected to develop in the future. read more

In the challenging industry of fresh fruit packing and post-harvest handling, process water has traditionally been viewed as an expense and a operational requirement rather than a valuable resource. read more

Sezon winogron stołowych w Egipcie na 2025 rok rozpoczyna się już wcześnie i obiecuje wyjątkowy smak. Ale w tym roku chodzi nie tylko o wcześniejszy start, ale o bycie lepszym. read more

Over the last ten years, Belgian grower Stannuco has revolutionized the methods of cultivating and packaging aubergines in the country, leveraging practical experience to drive innovation forward. read more

The three-year campaign focuses on creating recognizable moments of happiness with berry fruit: healthy, simple, and delicious. read more

The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) organized the specialist conference together with the Federal Center for Nutrition (BZfE) in Berlin for the second time. The Parliamentary State Secretary at the BMLEH, Silvia Breher, said: "Already in childhood..." read more

Albania is quickly becoming an important player in the fresh produce market in Southeastern Europe. Fruits and vegetables make up approximately 36 percent of the country's agricultural exports, a number that is projected to increase consistently, as stated in the World Bank's 2022 report. read more

Bayer has announced the development of new tomato varieties that offer advanced solutions for growers in combating the tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV). read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced that it is expanding the global presence of its premium pink-fleshed pineapple, Pinkglow, through an exclusive launch in the United Arab Emirates. read more

In the 2023/24 season, production and trade were disrupted by extreme weather events, including storms hitting the farms, as well as fog and strong winds affecting the port of Cape Town. Delays at the port due to a series of widespread logistical issues. read more

The Swiss retailer Coop has announced its plans to import fruits and vegetables from Albania. CEO Philipp Wyss stated that contracts with Albanian producers are anticipated to be signed this spring, with tomatoes, cucumbers, courgettes, strawberries, and mandarins being among the products that will complement their offerings. read more

Albania is quickly becoming an important player in the fresh produce market of Southeastern Europe. Fruits and vegetables make up approximately 36 percent of the country's agricultural exports, a number that is projected to increase consistently, as indicated in the World Bank's 2022 report. read more

Citing Panamanian Labor Minister Jackeline Muñoz de Cedeño, Reuters reports that about 1,500 banana workers employed by Chiquita across the country are set to be dismissed after they went on strike against planned social security reforms. read more

Apple and Pear Australia (Apal) has announced the successful recipients of the 2025 APAL Awards for Excellence, recognizing outstanding leadership, innovation, and service across the Australian apple and pear industry. read more

Apple and Pear Australia (Apal) has announced the successful recipients of the 2025 APAL Awards for Excellence, recognizing outstanding leadership, innovation, and service across the Australian apple and pear industry. read more

Nuffield Scholar and prominent nutritionist Barbara Bray MBE has been chosen as the new chair of the Red Tractor Fresh Produce Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). read more

The multinational fruit company Chiquita has reportedly withdrawn all its administrative employees from Panama and has requested permission from the country's government to lay off all remaining staff members. read more

The South African stone fruit industry has recovered successfully from a difficult 2023/24 season, with volumes increasing and a turning point reached in the logistical crisis. read more