Sztuczna inteligencja i automatyzacja zmieniają każde ogniwo globalnego łańcucha dostaw owoców i warzyw. Nowo wydany Raport Trendów Fruit Logistica 2026, zatytułowany Ctrl+Alt+Refresh, bada, w jaki sposób nowe technologie napędzają efektywność, odporność i zrównoważoność. read more

Robots selling Fresh Del Monte bananas and pineapples to supermarket shoppers have made their second appearance within a two-week period, this time at an Intermarché store located on the outskirts of Paris, France. read more

A delegation from the Valencian farmer's association Ava-Asaja is in Brussels this week to raise awareness about the concerns regarding the impact of the European Union's treaty with South Africa on the region's citrus sector. read more

Sztuczna inteligencja i automatyzacja zmieniają każde ogniwo globalnego łańcucha dostaw owoców i warzyw. Nowo wydany raport trendów Fruit Logistica 2026, zatytułowany Ctrl+Alt+Refresh, bada, w jaki sposób nowe technologie napędzają efektywność, odporność i zrównoważoność. read more

A delegation from the Valencian farmer’s association Ava-Asaja is in Brussels this week to raise concerns about the impact of the European Union’s treaty with South Africa on the region’s citrus sector. read more

Chile is poised to become the first country to implement electronic phytosanitary certification for fruit exports to China. read more

The production of Dulcis is expected to reach 1,800 tonnes this season, with growers reporting that the fruit is of excellent quality and has a high Brix content due to favorable climatic conditions. read more

As of mid-October, the 2025 California table grape season entered its final weeks of harvesting with mixed results. According to reports, the fruit quality has been quite strong in terms of size, appearance, and taste, largely attributed to a relatively mild summer in the San Joaquin Valley. read more

Avocados Australia has announced the appointment of Audra Morrice – a celebrated chef and judge on MasterChef Asia and Singapore – as its new international culinary ambassador. read more

A new Hort Innovation project announced on 5 November aims to improve biosecurity outcomes for the cherry and summerfruit industries. The collaboration between the two sectors will focus on enhancing on-farm biosecurity practices. read more

The 7th edition of Agro Belgrade will take place on 29-31 January 2026 at the Belgrade Fairgrounds, serving as the largest fruit and vegetables trade fair in Serbia and the Western Balkans region, attracting nearly 1,000 exhibitors and approximately 30,000 visitors, including farmers and growers. read more

Thank you! Dreams and El Pedregal have announced that their partnership will continue for a third season. As part of the program, El Pedregal grapes are sold with labels showcasing images of actual farmworkers, along with a QR code that can be scanned to watch a video about the farmworkers' lives. read more

British Jazz apple growers have joined forces to celebrate 20 years of cultivating this branded variety. read more

British schoolchildren consumed 10.8 million portions of fresh produce through Tesco's Fruit & Veg for Schools program, according to new research conducted by the supermarket. read more

Westfalia Fruit has established a dedicated team to promote category growth and expand the market. The Customer Development Team will integrate market insights, commercial strategy, and category management expertise to discover new growth prospects for customers and growers alike. read more

Ostatnio potwierdzona fuzja włoskich spółdzielni Agrintesa i Fruit Modena Group (FMG), która zostanie oficjalnie ogłoszona na początku 2026 roku, ma na celu stworzenie jednego z największych dostawców świeżych produktów rolnych w Europie i otworzenie nowych możliwości dla Agrintesa w produkcji gruszek. read more

Producers of kiwifruit in Italy are gradually transitioning their production from green to yellow-fleshed varieties, positioning the country to meet increasing demand and becoming the second-largest producer of these newer types after New Zealand. read more

Some key trends and talking points in the British potato sector at the moment include:

1. Sustainability: There is a growing focus on sustainable practices within the potato industry, including reduced chemical usage, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.

2. Brexit implications: The impact of Brexit on the potato sector, including changes in trade agreements, regulations, and access to seasonal labor, is a significant topic of discussion.

3. Consumer demand: Changing consumer preferences, such as an increased interest in locally sourced and organic potatoes, are driving innovation and marketing strategies within the sector.

4. Technology adoption: The use of technology in potato farming, such as precision agriculture, drones, and data analytics, is becoming more prevalent to optimize crop yields and efficiency.

5. Climate change resilience: As climate change poses challenges to potato production, discussions around developing more resilient varieties and farming practices are taking place in the industry.

6. Food waste reduction: Efforts to minimize food waste, including improving storage techniques and developing value-added products from surplus potatoes, are important considerations for the sector.

These trends and talking points are shaping the current landscape of the British potato sector and influencing decision-making within the industry. read more

According to Belgium's promotional body VLAM, Belgium is well positioned to support British pear production and help enhance the category. read more

Saga Robotics, the company that created the Thorvald robot used in UK strawberry farms, has successfully finished its largest season yet in the US and UK. read more