Producing fresh fruits and vegetables has traditionally been a labor-intensive process, requiring the employment of numerous seasonal workers during the harvest season. read more

Fresh Focus Apple & Pear is Fruitnet's essential annual guide to the international apple and pear business, filled with exclusive interviews, news, and analysis to enhance your understanding of this important produce category. read more

In a world where plant-based nutrition and regional sourcing are becoming increasingly important, beans are gaining more and more attention due to their impressive versatility and climate-positive cultivation. read more

Where is the cultivation expanding? And what are the effects of this on the market? read more

According to the data provided, Italian apple stocks on June 1st amounted to 250,000 tons, reflecting a decrease of 7% compared to the same period in 2024. Specifically, the Golden Delicious variety recorded a 25% lower stock than in the previous year. read more

Despite adverse conditions, it was possible to extend the shelf life of the most durable organic apples to the last marketing period through professional product management, ensuring a consistent taste experience of Vinschgau organic apples throughout the entire season. VIP focuses on constant sales. read more

Tomra Food has been awarded the Jury Prize at Fooma Japan 2025 for its integrated turnkey solution for blueberries, which features Kato optical sorting, Lucai AI-driven intelligence, and the Curo precision filling system. read more

Wyard Stomp, the managing director of Driscoll's EMEA, discusses growth and opportunities in the berry category in the latest episode of Fruitnet's conversation series Fruitbox. He emphasizes the importance of focusing on consumer experience rather than just supply chain practicalities. read more

Fresh Focus Avocado keeps you informed about the latest updates in the international avocado industry. With the continuous growth of global production, we analyze how both established and emerging avocado suppliers are strategically positioning themselves in key markets worldwide. read more

Peruvian blueberries are expected to experience continued growth in exports in 2025/26, fueled by rising global demand and advancements in new technologies. read more

The Dutch company The Greenery's Inspire strawberry has been awarded three stars at the international Superior Taste Awards 2025, recognizing the variety as a top performer in terms of qualities such as taste, texture, and aroma. read more

The largest apple exporter in New Zealand anticipates a higher net profit for the year than initially expected. read more

Frutas de Chile has welcomed a government decision to approve the construction of a new phytosanitary inspection site for agricultural products destined for the US. The site will be located in the Coquimbo Region near the port and with direct connections to the main fruit producing areas. read more

Experts from practice, consulting, trade, and technical development discussed innovative approaches and proven methods at three selected farms. "It was important to us to highlight the significance and interaction of technology and the agronomic requirements of potatoes." read more

According to the company's information, Vodanovic has more than 20 years of experience in the food and agriculture industry. He is expected to lead Westfalia Chile into a new phase of sustainable growth. read more

Moreover, exciting discussions and stimulating conversations with all parts of the supply chain are guaranteed. Not to mention one of the most promising networking opportunities in the German fruit trade on Monday evening (September 22nd). read more

Vito Fraschini, a producer and city councilor for agriculture in Noicàttaro, one of the main areas of grape production in Apulia, gives us an overview of this year's season. "The grapes in Apulia are of excellent quality this year," he emphasizes. read more

A company in Slovenia announced its plans to begin supplying high-quality lettuce throughout the year starting in June, thanks to a new greenhouse project established in collaboration with seed breeder Rijk Zwaan. read more

Spain's imports of fruits and vegetables from Morocco increased in both volume and value during the first quarter of the year. read more

Chiquita has reportedly signed a new long-term agreement with terminal and logistics company Enstructure, which allows it to keep the US Port Wilmington, Delaware, as its mid-Atlantic distribution hub. read more