Silna międzynarodowa demanda na awokado pomogła zwiększyć wartość eksportu owoców z Rwandy o 61 procent w 2023/24. read more

New Zealand is expected to produce approximately 7 million trays of avocados this season, a significant increase from the 5 million trays harvested last year, according to the New Zealand Avocado industry organization. read more

Namibia's table grape growers have reported that they are concluding the 2024/25 season on a positive note, with market returns being "the best experienced yet." read more

Naukowcy opracowali nowatorskie rozwiązanie dla odpadów powstających podczas produkcji soków z tropikalnych owoców. Badacze z Narodowego Uniwersytetu Kolumbii (Unal) odkryli, że skórka mango, bogata w błonnik i przeciwutleniacze, może być zmielona na mąkę i wykorzystana do produkcji zdrowej. read more

The cultivation quantities have been increasing from year to year and could soon reach a level of around 100,000 tons. The main variety, as almost everywhere, is the Hass avocado, but in Morocco, Fuerte avocados or the less known Zutano variety are also produced. read more

This volume is a new record, exceeding the deliveries of 2023 by almost 30% and more than doubling the figures of 2022. In the Egyptian grape export structure, deliveries to Germany account for about 20%, behind the Netherlands and the United Kingdom. read more

They are red both on the outside and inside, and are highly sought after for their sweet taste, high juice content, and especially for their antioxidant value due to their high anthocyanin content. read more

For the Christmas season, quantities of leeks were pre-harvested to meet the demand during the holidays. Meanwhile, the stock levels have been largely depleted, further reducing the supply in addition to the limited harvest. As a result, in the current 3rd calendar week... read more

Asia Fruit Logistica's Meet Ups are back in 2025! The roadshow of content-backed networking events builds even more momentum for Asia Fruit Logistica's return to Hong Kong on 3-5 September – and the series culminates with the Bangkok Meet Up on 25 June 2025. read more

Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in Thailand has pledged to enhance quality control for all fruit exports, following increased inspections by Chinese authorities after a durian shipment was rejected. read more

The California Table Grape Commission has announced two new additions to its marketing team. Alexandra Merritt has been appointed as the director of global marketing, while Lisa Massie has been appointed as the director of international marketing for Asia. read more

Chile has exported 648,538 cartons of table grapes to the US, Mexico, and Brazil under a Systems Approach so far this season, according to official figures. read more

Apeel Sciences has introduced a new line of "next generation" post-harvest solutions. Fresh Formulaics provides a plant-based substitute for traditional waxes and fungicides, which helps minimize spoilage, prolong the freshness of products, improve appearance, and reduce worker contact with harsh chemicals. read more

Fresh Formulaics has introduced a new line of "next generation" post-harvest solutions. The company offers plant-based alternatives to traditional waxes and fungicides, which can help minimize spoilage, extend the freshness of products, improve appearance, and reduce worker exposure. read more

The European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has already significantly impacted the industry in the past year. The focus is on avoiding packaging waste, establishing and promoting a circular economy, making packaging more easily recyclable, and encouraging more environmentally friendly practices. read more

Hazera and HM Clause, both part of the Limagrain Group, will be presenting several innovative products at Fruit Logistica in February. read more

The Commercial Horticultural Association (CHA) has announced that it will once again host a group of UK exhibitors at Fruit Logistica next month. read more

You have an exciting task ahead of you that offers responsibility and creative freedom - in an industry that directly shapes the future of our food and agriculture. read more

Egipt, Indonesia, and Ukraine have surpassed Spain in the global rankings of fruit and vegetable producing countries. Fepex data indicates that Spanish production decreased by 10 percent between 2020 and 2023, dropping from 31 million tonnes to 28 million tonnes. read more

As reported in Perfil, the combination of a stagnating US dollar, declining consumption, oversupply, rising costs, high taxes, and a decrease in exports of fruits such as apples and pears has led to a crisis for fruit producers. read more