At an average of €1.64 per kilo, the European tomato price remained only slightly above the five-year average of €1.62 per kilo. Tomato prices declined almost everywhere in December, with a few exceptions. In the Netherlands, the average price for cherry tomatoes and loose, round tomatoes read more

Wiscomex, a Dutch exporter of onions, potatoes, and garlic, is making a noteworthy presence at Fruit Logistica in Berlin with a distinctive trade fair promotion. International onion importers visiting their booth have the chance to enter a competition to win a free container of yellow onions (30 tons). read more

Salix Fruits confirms its participation in Fruit Logistica Berlin 2025. The company will be attending the event in Berlin to strengthen its global presence, enhance its network of strategic partners, and investigate new business opportunities in important markets like Europe and Asia. "Fruit Logistica offers a. read more

In 2024, Azerbaijan exported 20,200 tons of hazelnuts, generating $128.9 million, according to the State Customs Committee. Export revenue increased by $5.7 million (4.6%) compared to 2023, while export volume decreased by 3,200 tons (13.8%). Hazelnut exports accounted for 0.49% of Azerbaijan's total exports. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, ukraiński rynek buraków stołowych obecnie doświadcza wzrostu cen. Miejscowi producenci wskazują na spadek zapasów buraków wysokiej jakości na rynku, podczas gdy popyt ze strony sektora hurtowego i detalicznego rośnie. Obecnie producenci mogą sprzedawać buraki stołowe w cenie 14-18 UAH/kg. read more

Tesco is conducting one of the largest surveys on UK consumers' preferences for table grapes to gain a better understanding of what influences their purchasing decisions. The initiative, called Fruitology, is being carried out in Tesco stores throughout the UK in response to the growing variety of flavors available in table grapes. read more

In 2024, the Brazilian state of Espírito Santo experienced a 35.94% increase in papaya export volume, reaching 19.4 thousand tons and generating $28.3 million in revenue. This marked a 34.67% revenue increase from the previous year, translating to approximately R$167.7 million at the current exchange rate. read more

Dulce Vale is a Certified (IFS, Smeta, Grasp) company that specializes in the production, packaging, sourcing, and marketing of fresh fruits from Moldova. Our selection includes plums, sweet cherries, and table grapes, offering a wide range of varieties from Moldova's top orchards. read more

"According to forecasts made on January 1st, 2025, French leek production is expected to reach 165,400 tons for the entire 2024-2025 marketing year, which is 10,000 tons less than the previous season. In December 2024, prices were 10% lower than in the 2023-2024 season, but 7% higher than the 2019-2023 season." read more

Rushton's Greengrocer, a part of the Thorogood Group, has been growing and selling fruit and vegetables since 1922. The company operates in all three wholesale markets in London, supplying food service customers with a range of products including dairy, ambient, and frozen goods, as well as fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

Invernaderoville is a Greenhouse City where many vegetable and flower families live happily next to each other and grow together. The families get together for kids to play and also learn about various things that happen in the wonderful Invernaderoville. Does this not sound like the typical read more

The season for the new "Divino - il kaki italiano" brand will end earlier than expected due to significant and unexpected destocking that has already been observed in the days leading up to Christmas. Francesca Gallicchio from Gallicchio Frutta in Scanzano Jonico (Matera), the creator of the brand, explains. read more

Dzisiaj Arjan van 't Hoff świętuje specjalny jubileusz: 30 lat w branży. Mimo że jego ojciec, Geert, zawsze doradzał, "Naucz się fachu, NIE idź w branżę owoców i warzyw", 1 lutego 1995 r. Arjan dołączył do rodzinnej firmy, Hoffruit B.V. Wraz z ogromnym początkowym wynagrodzeniem w wysokości 1 330 guldenów. read more

Stöcklin Logistik AG will be making its debut at Fruit Logistica this year, showcasing its selection of intralogistics solutions specifically designed for the fruit and vegetable industry. The company, known for its expertise in automation and logistics systems, will focus on demonstrating strategies to enhance efficiency. read more

"The avocado market is currently stable," observes Ive Lambert of Starfruit. "It's a product that can sometimes sell extremely well, but it never really hits rock bottom. However, there's always something changing. Right now, we're seeing very few small sizes coming in, while larger calibers from." read more

Obecnie popyt na cebulę jest mniejszy niż podaż. „Meksyk ma dużą uprawę i zaczęli przekraczać granicę, choć początek cebuli żółtej jest sprzedawany jako cebula słodka, co stanowi inną kategorię” - mówi John Harris z Paradigm Fresh. Wydaje się również, że istnieje dobra kanadyjska podaż. read more

Ulrich Etiketten has announced that their paper flow packs for fruit and vegetables have won an award for the third time. "Being recognized as a winner of the 2025 WorldStar Awards in the Fresh Fruit and Vegetables category, our innovative and eco-friendly packaging solution demonstrates that our efforts are paying off." read more

The Consortium of Associated Lemon Producers has introduced a new packaging solution for Italian and foreign large retail chains, specifically designed to promote smaller-sized lemons that may not be fully appreciated in the fresh market. "Instead of using traditional nets, we opted for... read more

Bakker Barendrecht, a Greenyard company, will begin construction this week on a new center for fresh fruit and vegetables in Ridderkerk, The Netherlands. The state-of-the-art building will incorporate the latest technological innovations for warehousing, packing, and ripening of fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

Kultive started off 2025 with a significant development: CASAY (Cooperative Agricultural of Greenhouse Growers in Aube and Yonne), one of its three production organizations, has acquired Marchal greenhouses, a major player in cucumber production in the Grand-Est region. "The takeover was finalized at the end read more