With the Greek kiwifruit harvest officially starting on 15 October, exporters are already sounding a note of caution. Frosty conditions during the spring ensured that Greek stone fruit suppliers experienced an especially challenging season in 2025, including the country's cherry growers, whose crops were particularly affected. read more

At a meeting in Rome attended by the Italian Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida and the New Zealand Ambassador Jackie Frizelle, company representatives discussed technological advancements that promise a boost for a sector that is... read more

The persimmon season in Germany is short. Promotional offers in the grocery retail sector (LEH) last for a period of 15 weeks, from mid-September to the end of December. Throughout the rest of the year, there are sporadic individual promotions, but they are not significant. read more

QS commissioned Prof. Dr. Moritz Wagner from Geisenheim University to conduct this study. The expert in sustainable resource management and material flow analysis of special crops analyzed the key accounting standards regarding compliance with existing regulations. read more

The Murcian grower-exporter association Proexport organized a visit for 21 South Korean melon producers this week as part of an academic and agronomic program aimed at learning about the region's melon production. read more

The switch to imported broccoli is already in progress. German broccoli is only available in small quantities locally for large markets, with a large portion of the retail sector already shifted to imported broccoli due to supply. By the end of the season, ... read more

La asociación de bayas española Freshuelva se ha convertido en miembro oficial de la Asamblea de Regiones Europeas Hortícolas (AREFLH), el principal organismo que representa a las regiones de frutas y hortalizas y a las organizaciones de productores de la Unión Europea, con el objetivo de fortalecer la competitividad.

The Spanish berry association Freshuelva has become an official member of the Assembly of European Horticultural Regions (AREFLH), the main body representing fruit and vegetable regions and producer organizations of the European Union, with the aim of strengthening competitiveness. read more

Australia recorded its second-highest table grape season on record in 2024/25, and the outlook for the next season is promising, according to a new research report by agribusiness banking specialist Rabobank. read more

Perfection Fresh Australia has partnered with the creative agency Emotive to launch a bold new master brand platform and campaign that covers its entire range of fruits and vegetables. read more

Leaders in the agriculture industry in Chile are urging for calm after a decision by a US federal court to revoke the authorization for the import of Chilean grapes under the Systems Approach. read more

Chancellor Friedrich Merz received the apple royalties from the most important German growing regions. They brought with them a gift that not only brings joy but also conveys a clear message: the strength and importance of domestic fruit production. Especially in times like these. read more

Dane zbierane przez satelity pomagają w szybkim zauważaniu pierwszych objawów problemów i przyspieszają działania mające na celu zwalczanie chorób w plantacjach kiwi Zespri we Włoszech, jak się okazuje. read more

"A combination of digital marketing, attention-grabbing packaging, and promotions is, in our opinion, the most effective," says Turgut Akkaya, Market Manager at Rewe Center. Additionally, tastings remain "a proven method to convince consumers of new varieties." read more

The numbers published by the Chilean Avocado Committee indicate that this year's harvest is expected to be at a similar level to the previous season, which saw the highest yields in 15 years. The cultivation area is expected to remain stable at around 30,000 hectares. read more

Together with numerous members of the German Bundestag, representatives from authorities, associations, and member companies, the Federal Association of Producer Organizations for Fruit and Vegetables (BVEO), and the Union of the German Potato Industry e.V., exchanged views. read more

Supporting growers in adapting to climate change and increasing the UK's production of fruits and vegetables are among the recommendations in a significant new report on agri-food transformation. read more

The value of Andalusian strawberry exports increased by 9 percent to slightly over €665 million in the 2024/25 season, as per data from the Andalusian Regional Government’s Price Observatory. The shipment volume also grew by 3 percent to 210,107 tonnes. read more

USA Pears aims to present its domestically grown pears to American consumers and retailers with a new, lively, and contemporary appearance. read more

Soren Bjorn, CEO of Driscoll's, Miguel Angel Curiel, Vice President and General Manager of Driscoll's Mexico, and Jorge Arangurí, Co-founder of Danper Trujillo, are among the speakers confirmed for the two-day event. read more

Zachwyt rośnie przed pierwszym w historii spotkaniem Asia Fruit Logistica Peru Meet Up, które odbędzie się 28-29 października w Swissotelu w Limie.

The excitement is growing ahead of the first-ever Asia Fruit Logistica Peru Meet Up, which will take place on 28-29 October at the Swissotel in Lima. read more