According to local reports, there is an expectation of more kiwifruit and an earlier start to the new season in New Zealand's northeast region of Gisborne. read more

Susan Day, the Vice President of International Marketing for the California Table Grape Commission (CTGC), is retiring at the end of December. read more

As these varieties are not yet cultivated in Flanders, tests were conducted to assess to what extent the Flemish greenhouse climate is suitable for this inherently Southern crop. In addition to evaluating the production potential and fruit quality, a careful market search was also conducted. read more

The Fruit and Vegetable Growers of Canada (FVGC) have accused the Canadian government of missing a "critical opportunity" to address food insecurity and improve public access to fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica has announced the dates for its China Meet Up and new China Study Tour and AFL Fresh Produce Golf Cup 2025, two dynamic events taking place in September 2025. read more

Sun World International has announced that WA Farm Direct, a top distributor of high-quality fresh fruits, has been given the authorization to promote Sun World table grapes grown across Australia. read more

The Californian mandarin brand Wonderful Halos has launched its first integrated marketing campaign in the US in five years. The campaign includes a major new promotion aimed at positioning the product as a must-have snack for American consumers. read more

Freshuelva, the Association of Producers and Exporters of Strawberries from Huelva, traveled to Tangier this week to select 1,300 workers to join the province’s berry fruit harvesting campaign as part of the government’s recruitment drive. read more

Nie ma przesady w stwierdzeniu, że Didier Crabos i jego koledzy z Pink Lady zmienili oblicze marketingu jabłek w Europie, a być może także na reszcie świata, w ciągu ostatniego ćwierćwiecza. read more

The UK potato industry organization, GB Potatoes, has appointed Alex Godfrey as chairman after he was elected at the group's annual general meeting on December 12th. read more

Irish banana distributor Fyffes named Sean Purcell as its new head of sales. read more

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"Last month, around 600 delegates gathered in the Mexican city of Guadalajara for the Fourth International Mango Congress, organized by the Mexican mango export association Emex." read more

Bruno Bertheloz has been appointed unanimously as the new President of Pink Lady® Europe. He has been the Managing Director of the Southern French apple specialist Blue Whale since joining in 2019. The 53-year-old, son of an apple farmer from Savoy, is a graduate in agricultural engineering. He spent his read more

Veg Power, the non-profit organization focused on increasing vegetable consumption in the UK, has announced that it has expanded and diversified its board by adding four new members. read more

However, this record in terms of volume and foreign exchange does not necessarily mean that the prospects are entirely encouraging, as costs also need to be taken into account. "Profit margins on citrus fruits have significantly decreased since the Agricultural Support Act was repealed in 2020". read more

The International Fresh Produce Association has reappointed several prominent figures from the fresh produce industry to lead its expert councils in 2025. read more

The La Libertad region leads with a 32% share of the national production and stands out for its export profile, proximity to ports, and intensive use of technologies for cultivation. read more

During the Green Week (January 17-26, 2025), visitors will find answers to these and many other questions about agriculture and nutrition at the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture in Hall 23a - from A like biodiversity to Z like breeding. read more

The Italian packaging specialist Cartonpack Group sees potential for increased sales of paper-based packaging in France, Germany, and northern Italy. This opportunity arose after the company acquired a significant stake in Fimat, a Milan-based company that specializes in producing cardboard packaging for food items such as fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

The events taking place in China offer unique opportunities to connect with industry leaders, expand business networks, and support charitable causes. These events will be held immediately following ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025, allowing participants to engage in a variety of activities. read more