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

The deadline for the next Fruit Logistica Innovation Award (FLIA) has been extended to November 7, 2025. read more

Belgium is expected to be the leading producer of pears in Europe in 2025/26, as per the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecast predicts a production of 355,547 tonnes, marking a 32.17% increase compared to the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the primary pear-growing region in Europe. read more

Ponad 300 rodzin hodujących banany w regionie Magdalena w Kolumbii teraz ma bezpieczniejsze, zdrowsze domy dzięki pięcioletniemu partnerstwu między firmami Fyffes, Albert Heijn Foundation, Banasan Foundation oraz spółkami zależnymi od Banasan. read more

The new South African table grape season has started promisingly, with conditions in all five production regions suggesting a normal season ahead. read more

The Peruvian and Filipino plant health authorities, Senasa and the Bureau of Plant Industry, have signed an Operational Working Plan that allows for the importation of Peruvian Hass avocados into the Philippines, a market with 110 million consumers. read more

Producers of tropical fruits on the Tropical Coast of Granada have reported a successful start to the 2025/26 harvest season. According to data provided to EFE by the Centre for Technical Assistance and Inspection of Foreign Trade (Soivre), exports of avocados, mangoes, and custard apples amounted to 1,709 tonnes. read more

Bananas and pomegranates from Peru will be the next products to be exported to China after the two countries signed a new phytosanitary protocol. read more