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

While kale and red cabbage have large fan bases, savoy cabbage has not yet made its way into all kitchens. Unjustly so, because from traditional stews to innovative creations - this cabbage can offer much more than just Grandma's winter stew. read more

Termotécnica, one of the largest manufacturers of EPS packaging in Latin America, has emphasized the importance of post-harvest technology in the growth of the fresh table grape trade between Brazil and China. read more

Ausveg – the peak body representing the Australian vegetable, potato, and onion industry – and the Australian Garlic Industry Association (AGIA) – the leading organization for the Australian garlic industry – have announced a new strategic alliance aimed at benefiting all vegetable growers across the country. read more

A recent analysis of costs for apple and pear growers in the UK suggests that food price increases in 2025 are now an unavoidable result of recent government policies. read more

Five of the UK's six largest supermarkets have announced 15p vegetable deals leading up to Christmas. read more

Organic yellow kiwifruit is becoming increasingly popular in Italy, Belgium, and Greece, as reported by the supporters of It’s Bio, a marketing initiative funded by the European Union and the Italian association AOP Gruppo Vi.Va. read more

In a season where South African blueberry growers are increasingly looking towards the East, shipments to traditional markets are now surpassing those of the previous campaign. read more

A new brand that celebrates the unique qualities of chestnuts grown by more than 200 producers in the Italian provinces of Bologna, Modena, and Reggio Emilia has been launched in Coop Italia stores. read more

Packaging specialist StePacPPC has developed an innovative Modified Atmosphere/Modified Humidity (MA/MH) packaging solution to help shift away from using ice-filled polystyrene and waxed carton boxes for packaging fresh broccoli and other vegetables during long-distance shipments. read more

Chile's Subsole has completed its initial exports of table grapes to the US using the new systems approach. The company's commercial manager, Andro Vidal, mentioned that the first shipment was scheduled to reach the US East Coast on 16th December. He expressed that the new protocol was "great news and a significant advancement." read more

Millennials (those born between 1980 and the late 1990s) are increasingly opting for tasty and healthy alternatives. Bejo is responding to this trend by offering a range of snack vegetables that have been selected for their excellent taste. This range includes carrots, kohlrabi, and. read more

The three project partners, Laimburg Research Center, University of Trento, and the company LandLab, have set themselves the goal of examining the ingredients of different apple varieties in detail to determine which varieties are particularly beneficial for health. read more

The seminar "Understanding and Implementing HACCP", taking place on February 11, 2025 (from 10 am to around 12 pm), provides employees working in quality assurance in the fruit and vegetable wholesale industry with a comprehensive overview of the legal requirements and demands. read more

A Michigan State University (MSU) agricultural engineer is working to secure the future of fresh produce in the region by developing technologies that improve mechanization and automation in harvesting and production processes, especially considering the current labor trends. read more

The Fresh Seminar will offer a comprehensive program for professional development and further education in 2025. In addition to classics such as product knowledge training on market-relevant fruit and vegetable items, a special emphasis will be placed on the challenges in quality assurance and. read more