Historically, the world's largest exporter of blueberries has delivered the majority of its quantities to the USA, where it targeted health-conscious consumers. However, according to Agriculture Minister Angel Manero, this is set to change. read more

Portuguese exports of fruits, vegetables, and flowers increased by 9.2 percent in value to €1.288bn in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in the previous year. The industry association Portugal Fresh reported that data from the National Statistics Institute also indicated an 8.9 percent growth in exports. read more

Peru seems to be changing its blueberry export strategy by shifting its focus towards diversifying its markets in Asia, as reported by Singapore's The Business Times. read more

"Our latest forecast is good news for the producers in a season where there is even more fruit to sell and sales are going well in our key markets, even during the traditionally more competitive summer fruit season. It is encouraging to..." read more

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West Flanders has recently revealed a prototype production unit that is currently generating its initial commercial quantities of hydroponically grown leeks. read more

A new scab-resistant apple variety developed by Fresh Forward made its official debut last week. Wursixo is a pink-red striped bi-colored apple that produces medium-sized fruit with a fresh, sweet-acidic taste. It will be marketed under the brand name Kick!. read more

The 2025 Flash Gala harvest has produced a new record, with 1.48 million cartons packed – the largest volume since the brand was commercially launched. read more

Ecuador has conducted its initial commercial exports of Tango mandarins to the United States, specifically targeting the state of California. read more

Oczekiwania są wysokie przed sezonem eksportu winogron stołowych z Peru na sezon 2025/26, który oficjalnie rozpocznie się w październiku. Według Fresh Fruit Peru, wstępne prognozy wskazują na wzrost wartości FOB o 9 procent. read more

SummerStar Ruby, the new South African grapefruit variety being sold across Europe this summer, is gaining praise not only for its taste, but also for its sustainable attributes. read more

In a negative scenario, influenced by the weather or international oversupply, the increase could be limited to 5%, but if trading and production conditions develop favorably, the sector could achieve growth of up to 15%, with export values reaching.... read more

In its message presented on the subject, the government recommends that Parliament reject the initiative without a direct counterproposal or indirect alternative. The goals of the initiative can only be achieved through profound state interventions, it is argued. "Justified". read more

The European Commission has officially approved the health claim that "consumption of green kiwis contributes to a normal bowel function by increasing stool frequency" - based on a daily intake of two fresh green kiwis (Actinidia deliciosa). read more

Zespri, a kiwifruit marketer, has achieved a significant milestone as green kiwifruit has become the first fresh fruit to receive an authorized health claim from the European Commission. This marks a breakthrough for Zespri and the broader fresh produce industry. read more

The million ton mark is thus reached for the first time since 2022 (1,071,000 t) and the comparatively low apple harvest of the previous year (872,000 t) is exceeded by 15.7%. The reason for the positive harvest expectations are the mild weather conditions during the flowering period as well as in the read more

Green kiwifruit has made history by becoming the first fresh fruit to receive an authorized health claim from the European Commission. This achievement is a significant milestone for Zespri, a marketer of kiwifruit, and the overall fresh produce industry. read more

Terytorium Północne ogłosiło nową umowę zapewniającą długoterminowy dostęp do rynku Australii Zachodniej dla produkcji mango w stanie. read more

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Sun World International has expanded its global licensee network by adding five marketers, increasing its presence in Egypt, Chile, and Italy. The company stated that this decision would enhance its supply chain and respond to the increasing global demand for exclusive varieties such as Autumncrisp and Ruby Rush. read more