With the beginning of the fruit season in the second half of the year, a greater variety of fruits becomes available both domestically and internationally, resulting in increased transportation and sales volumes. Temperature and humidity control have become critical factors during cold chain transport. read more

Lutz Hasenbeck has been working in the fruit wholesale industry for sixty years. Today, he is a respected fruit importer and wholesaler in Germany, known for his commitment, expertise, and integrity. The managing director of Fruchthof Northeim started his career at the company's branch in Hameln in 1964. read more

In July, the average price of tomatoes in the European Union reached €1.56 per kilo, surpassing the previous five-year high of €1.42 per kilo. On the European Commission's tomato dashboard, only loose round tomato prices in France and the Netherlands are marked in red, indicating they were. read more

The carrot harvest in North Rhine-Westphalia has had a very successful beginning this year. "We haven't had much rain recently, but we were able to irrigate our fields as needed. Additionally, the weather has been favorable, leading to consistently stable conditions." read more

The sales of locally grown potatoes in the Canary Islands are sluggish during the peak supply season, impacting the early and mid-season crops harvested between spring and summer. Farmers are noting that wholesale prices are frequently dropping below the average production costs, leading to a delay in releasing local stocks. read more

Galilee Export, a global fruit export company based in Israel, has announced the appointment of Mr. Eitan Zvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Zvi, a respected co-founder of Galilee Export, has played a key role in developing the company's international presence since. read more

The Protected Designation of Origin Peras de Rincón de Soto has begun its harvesting season today with the Blanquilla variety. The Conference pear will be harvested starting on August 22. The season has kicked off in La Rioja Baja, Arrúbal, Agoncillo, Logroño, and Fuenmayor, and will progressively spread to other areas. read more

The seedless Cotton Candy grape variety, developed by Agricommerce Fresh and marketed under the Grain de Plaisir brand, is now permanently available on French supermarket shelves. This fruit, which meets consumer expectations, continues to be a great success. "Since its creation in 2021, Grain de Plaisir" read more

According to the Federal Research Center, around 99% of seed potatoes in the Novosibirsk region are infected with viral diseases. This figure is significantly higher compared to neighboring regions like Kemerovo (Kuzbass) and Altai Krai, where infection rates are around 52-54%. read more

The harvest of the new Belgian Qtee® pear crop is now finished. "The final batches were collected on Monday and Tuesday, just in time for the heatwave. This is beneficial for the fruit as well as for the workers, who would have otherwise been in the fields during the hot weather. read more

While on July 14th the decision was made to terminate the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement, this week Mexico implemented minimum export prices for fresh tomatoes. What does this signify for tomato importers into the U.S.? "It's been a wild ride," says Skip Hulett,… read more

Po dwóch kolejnych latach ponadprzeciętnej produkcji, plantatorzy jabłek oczekują kolejnego udanego roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Stowarzyszenie Jabłek w USA (USApple) podczas 130. dorocznego Konferencji Perspektyw w Chicago. Opracowany przez Wiceprezesa ds. Analiz USApple i...

After two straight years of above-average production, apple growers expect another high-performing year, according to a new report released by the U.S. Apple Association (USApple) at the organization's 130th annual Outlook Conference in Chicago. Authored by USApple Vice President of Insights and... read more

The scab-resistant apple variety Wursixo was rebranded as 'Kick!' yesterday. This announcement was made during a special meeting of Fresh Forward and TreeQuattro in Huissen. This apple variety has been available in the market in Norway since 2021 under the brand name Eden. Starting today, the apple is also available in... read more

Ecuador has agreed to host Russian specialists for inspecting banana cultivation enterprises, as reported by the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor). This confirmation came after negotiations between Rosselkhoznadzor chief Sergei Dankvert and... read more

The Senegalese mango season has been "very satisfactory" this year in terms of volume, price, and customer satisfaction, according to Aminata Dominique Diouf, director of Domaine Agricole du Nema. The exporter shares her assessment of the export campaign. Diouf says: "The season is still read more

Prickly pear cacti in Cyprus are threatened by the prickly pear cochineal insect, also known as Dactylopius opuntiae. The pest was first discovered in the Famagusta district in 2016 and has since spread to most accessible areas of the island. Infected plants usually perish within two to three years. read more

Fig production is increasing for a variety of reasons. Water scarcity, the rapid evolution of pests, and high temperatures are leading many growers to explore alternative crops. The fig market is expanding both in terms of volume and diversification. Annual consumption in tons is on the rise. read more

Turkey, the world's largest hazelnut supplier, has experienced frost damage that has reduced the 2025 crop, resulting in increased costs for confectionery manufacturers. Hazelnuts are a crucial ingredient in spreads and chocolates like Nutella and Ferrero Rocher. The April frost, along with ongoing climate read more

Mimo że wiosenne przymrozki uszkodziły część produkcji brzoskwiń w Turcji, opóźniając ją, ogólna produkcja jest faktycznie powyżej oczekiwań - mówi Emel Esin Keskin, właścicielka tureckiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Esin Tarim: "Türkiye poniosło duże straty z powodu przymrozków w tym roku. read more

Landscaper Arthur Mennigke declared, "I have only one sentence – it works," as he described his experience creating a vegetable garden in the semi-desert Northern Cape. This happened at the quarter-century anniversary of fertiliser company Talborne Organics, which is a favorite among regenerative organic farmers and home gardeners. read more