The European Union, Russia, and South Korea are now the main destination countries. The EU purchased 4.81% more fruits compared to the previous year, with significant increases seen in Germany, the Netherlands, and Poland. read more

Bionext has been fighting since 2009 for a ban on patents on natural properties of vegetable crops. In this type of patents, companies falsely claim a property that occurs naturally in plants as their invention. This allows them to obtain exclusive rights to. read more

The latest figures show that the certified area for vegetable cultivation has increased by 1.3%. At the same time, the number of quality seal holders has decreased by 4%. This suggests an increase in the size of the sector, as, on average, larger farms receive the quality seal. read more

Therefore, it was not possible to rely on the usual seasonal quantities. Now it seems that the tide is turning, as the number of promotions in the retail sector is increasing significantly. read more

The initial shipment of fresh mangoes from Bangladesh has arrived in China, landing at Changsha Huanghua International Airport in Changsha, located in Hunan Province in central China. read more

The 2025/26 California table grape season has officially started, with harvesting commencing in mid-May in the Coachella Valley in Southern California. Grapes will continue to be harvested in the Coachella Valley through mid-July before moving north to the San Joaquin Valley. read more

Australia's Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) National Management Group (NMG) has announced that it is no longer technically feasible to eradicate the virus from Australia after a meeting on May 29th. read more

Australia's Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) National Management Group (NMG) has announced that it is no longer technically feasible to eradicate the virus from Australia following a meeting on May 29th. read more

Florida-based One Banana, a family-owned company that produces high-quality bananas on its farms in Guatemala, Peru, and Ecuador, has announced the launch of its Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Project. The project was developed with technical support from Earth University in Costa Rica and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). read more

The Italian company Vip states that the recent implementation of AI and automation is revolutionizing the cultivation and handling of apples in its native region of Val Venosta, consequently aiding in meeting the increasing demand for higher quality and traceability. read more

The Port of Philadelphia has just received its first commercial shipment of table grapes grown in the Dominican Republic and sent to the United States. read more

The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, and Supply (Mapa) has officially recognized parts of Argentina as being free from Lobesia botrana (grapevine moth), paving the way for improved market access for a range of crops. read more

The 2025 European stonefruit crop is expected to weigh in at 3.2 million tonnes, around 7 percent less than in 2024 but 2 percent above the 2019–2023 average, according to data from Europêch. This decrease is primarily attributed to the impact of severe frosts on Greek production, which also affected the market. read more

Ecuadorean bananas are experiencing a steady recovery in international markets, with the country having shipped 137.12 million 18.14 kg boxes as of April. This represents a 3.21% increase compared to the same period last year, according to Acorbanec. read more

World Avocado Organisation (WAO) has partnered with Indian quick-service restaurant (QSR) chain and snack retailer Haldiram Products to create an avocado-inspired menu. read more

The early monsoon rainfall in India has led to extensive damage to vegetable crops in the southwest regions, resulting in a surge in wholesale prices of tomatoes, onions, and greens in recent weeks, as reported by The Economic Times. read more

Investigations have been initiated to determine the origin of a new detection of Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) in Victoria. The industry has shown frustration with the current approach focused on eradication. read more

Investigations have started to determine the origin of a recent detection of the tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in Victoria. The industry has shown frustration with the current approach that is focused on eradication. read more

From May 30th, we will be back to serve you and provide you with the latest news on fruits and vegetables from the fresh produce industry. read more

Avocado exports were the highest at around 100 million US dollars, followed by table grapes at 92 million US dollars, mangoes at 85 million US dollars, cocoa beans at 70 million US dollars, and frozen potatoes at 40 million US dollars. read more