Despite recent warnings about potential oversupply of avocados, key figures in the UK industry remain optimistic as the market continues to accommodate growth. read more

Indonesia has recently approved the import of fresh Peruvian blueberries, making it the latest market to do so. read more

At a time when consumers are increasingly seeking foods that are both healthy and environmentally responsible, the World Avocado Organisation (WAO) is celebrating World Avocado Day on July 31 by sharing new insights into how avocados fare in terms of both nutrition and sustainability. read more

Biedronka has become the first retailer in Poland to sell table grapes that were grown in the country. read more

In the Innovation Lab KIOptiPack, researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging IVV are developing innovative AI-based optimization tools, along with a data space, in collaboration with 51 partners from industry and academia. read more

"When evaluating the amount of water needed to obtain essential nutrients from various foods, avocados consistently stand out for their efficiency. From fiber and potassium to healthy fats and magnesium, the comparisons offer a new perspective." read more

As Kenya's position in the global avocado market continues to rise - now ranking among the top ten producers worldwide - the country's exporters are investing in production and infrastructure to remain competitive. read more

The packaging manufacturer Coveris has partnered with Metis plums to introduce a new line of branded packaging at Tesco. read more

Within this category, snacking cucumbers are gaining importance. In both the Netherlands and Germany, nearly 20% of total consumer spending on cucumbers is now attributed to snack varieties. Snack cucumbers are particularly popular among families with children: Half of them prefer this option. read more

The demand for melons remains weak, which is not surprising given the current weather conditions. The high summer temperatures needed for a strong demand for thirst-quenchers are missing. Even promotions in supermarkets and discount stores are not boosting sales. read more

This bee species is classified as endangered on the Red List of Bavaria and has high requirements for its habitat. Particularly crucial is the presence of open, warm, and nutrient-poor areas where specific pollen plants grow - preferably. read more

Accordingly, the harvest of late varieties will begin next week (week 32). In the sloping areas of the Baar and Salins regions, full harvesting will begin with varieties such as Bergarouge and Bergeron. This week, 750 tons of apricots were forecasted. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica 2025 is only one month away and visitors from around the world are getting ready to conduct business at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong on 3–5 September. read more

The chairman and CEO of Fresh Del Monte Produce, Mohammad Abu-Ghazaleh, has issued a warning that there is a global shortage in banana production. read more

Plantatorzy borówki przewidują znaczący wzrost sprzedaży w tym roku, prognozując wzrost o 25 procent do końca 2025 roku. read more

Egpytian avocados are gaining popularity, with producer-exporter Pico taking the lead in expanding its plantations in the upcoming years. read more

Egipskie awokado są coraz bardziej popularne, według producenta-eksportera Pico, który prowadzi inicjatywę planując znacząco rozszerzyć swoje plantacje w nadchodzących latach. read more

Badanie technologii zaawansowanych w stanie australijskim Wiktoria ma na celu obniżenie kosztów, a zwłaszcza zmniejszenie potrzeby do pracy manualnej, która staje się coraz droższym i rzadszym zasobem. read more

Barcelona-based Semillas Fitó has been awarded a Retina ECO Award for its innovation in developing new, more efficient vegetable varieties and pioneering the first specific methodology for calculating the ecological footprint of vegetable crops at the varietal level. read more

Icafolin is the first new mechanism of action for post-emergent weed control in field crops in over 30 years. Bayer expects a peak sales potential of 750 million euros and plans to launch Icafolin in Brazil in 2028, followed by the USA. read more