The lemon harvest season is currently in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere, with concentrated picking also taking place in major Chinese producing regions. While local governments initially forecasted a 30% decrease in lemon production this season, the actual harvest results show a different overall trend. read more

The vulnerability of Cocktail tomatoes on the vine to the ToBRFV virus and the technical challenges involved in their production have led most Moroccan growers to abandon them, creating an opportunity in the European market. This is according to Abderrahmane Zouhir, CEO of Krone F&V, the grower. read more

The growth of asparagus is dependent on temperature, with warmer days and sunlight aiding in spear development. In New Zealand, southern asparagus production is lagging slightly behind northern growers this year due to a cold and wet spring that delayed the season by several weeks. Lower soil temperatures have... read more

The Council of the European Union has adopted a decision outlining the EU's position in the EU-Ukraine Association Committee (in trade configuration) regarding the reduction or elimination of customs duties on a range of agri-food products, including fresh fruit and vegetables. The move follows a... read more

Yuksel Seeds and Lakeshore Veggie Growers Inc. (LVG) have signed an exclusivity agreement for the Sweetloom F1 tomato variety. The agreement was formalized during Fruit Attraction Madrid 2025 and aims to expand the availability of the variety across North America. Sweetloom F1, developed by read more

The pomegranate campaign has officially begun in the Sibari Plain for the Agricor Producer Organization in Corigliano Rossano (Cosenza), a leading point for high-quality fruits and citrus fruits with a special emphasis on sustainability and environmental respect. read more

For some companies, depending on the products, shipping fruits and vegetables by sea has been losing popularity to air transport, even though it is more complicated and not all clients can afford the higher costs. Pre-prepared convenience food is also trending; it is a more expensive option, but. read more

FairFruit has announced a strategic plan to strengthen its presence in the U.S. market as a dependable year-round supplier of specialty vegetables from Guatemala and Peru. Over the past twenty years, FairFruit has been steadily building its reputation in the U.S. with the goal of tapping into the vast potential for exporting a wide variety of products. read more

Od dziesięciu lat francuska banana jest sprzedawana w swoim opakowaniu w kolorach błękitnym, białym i czerwonym. Na przestrzeni lat zdobyła serca Francuzów i nadal rośnie, nawet w trudnym klimacie gospodarczym. W ciągu dekady francuska banana ugruntowała swoją pozycję jako oryginalna. read more

Brazilian orange juice exports to the United States grew by 38% in the first quarter of the 2025/26 harvest season (July to September). During this period, the U.S. imported 92,700 tons of frozen concentrated orange juice (FCOJ), generating US$310 million in revenue, which is a 17% increase compared to the same period last year. read more

Last week, Ludo Rosseels' peaches were officially recognized with the Flemish Regional Product label. The peaches, grown by the farmer from Gelrode near Aarschot, are now allowed to display the Streekproduct.be label. This decision was made by VLAM's Regional Products Sector Group. "We are the only ones in" read more

Freshfel Europe took part in the 11th Annual EU Conference on EAFRD Financial Instruments, which was held in Milan and organized by fi-compass, the European Commission's DG AGRI, and the European Investment Bank (EIB). The event, titled "Financing the transition to resilient EU agri-food systems," focused on. read more

"We are a 'price maker' in the region and we would like to keep it that way," says Nitesh Ramlakhan, Director of Production Operations at Food and Agriculture Industries (FAI). As Suriname's only banana plantation, the company occupies a unique position. With a focus on flavor, a realistic read more

Imported fruits and vegetables from Africa to Russia are on the rise, with countries like Morocco expanding their presence in the Russian market. According to Rosselkhoznadzor data, Russia imported approximately 1.3 million tons of fruits and vegetables through the ports of St. Petersburg. read more

W tym okresie roku, Meksyk jest dominującym dostawcą awokado na rynek amerykański, z Kolumbią, Peru i Chile również dostarczającymi owoce. Andrew Gomez z GreenFruit mówi: "Każde pochodzenie odgrywa inną rolę i choć się uzupełniają, to również stajemy w obliczu zwiększonej konkurencji." read more

County Armagh's renowned apple-growing industry is in a critical state, with many growers struggling to stay afloat. According to Newry and Armagh MLA Justin McNulty, the Orchard County's growers are facing significantly reduced earnings, possibly as low as half of what they would have made in previous years. These concerns were raised during an adjournment debate. read more

"On October 1st, 2025, French production of table apples was estimated at 1.56 million tons, which is 4% less than in 2024, but 6% more than the five-year average for 2020-2024. In September, the start of the campaign was marked by a market that was less active than last year, and by lower..." read more

Aphids attacking lettuce fields in England are showing regional patterns that could impact pest management strategies for one of the country's major salad crops. The currant-lettuce aphid, Nasonovia ribisnigri, is a destructive pest of outdoor lettuce. A new analysis, using data from... read more

Chiński rynek czosnku niedawno doświadczył niewielkich fluktuacji. Uporczywe jesiennie opady deszczu opóźniły okres sadzenia na nowy sezon czosnkowy, wpływając na oczekiwania rynku dotyczące przyszłej produkcji. Według dyrektora Zhang z firmy Jining Greenstream Fruit & Vegetable Co., Ltd. read more

In recent years, aromatic herbs have been generating interest not only in Spain but throughout Europe. There has been a greater diversification in their uses, as well as increased industry support and better integration in the catering industry and in households, as end consumers are seeking recipes using them. read more