Several premium berry varieties from Berryworld have been honored at the 2025 Superior Taste Awards, organized by the International Taste Institute in Brussels. The 2025 Award-Winning Berry Varieties. BerryWorld was pleased to see products from its entire berry range recognized by the jury. read more

The global banana market is experiencing a combination of stability, supply constraints, and changing demand in 2025. In Italy, prices are holding steady due to high household consumption rates, but a seasonal decrease is anticipated, with Ecuador continuing to be the main supplier. In the Netherlands, there is a shortage of supply. read more

Kalimullah Khan, często nazywany "Mango Man" Indii, wprowadził nowy gatunek mango w swoim sadzie w Malihabad, nazwany "Rajnath Aam" na cześć Ministra Obrony Rajnatha Singha. Znany ze swoich unikalnych metod szczepienia, Khan nadał nazwy odmianom mango na cześć znaczących postaci indyjskich. read more

In Turkana South, Kenya, a recent outbreak of locusts has disrupted greenhouse operations and pastoral facilities, affecting the agricultural supply chain. The locusts are widespread in areas such as Lochwa-ang'ikamatak, Kanaodon, and Lokapel, and are targeting acacia trees, fruit trees, and Prosopis juliflora. John Lungi, a read more

Tozer and KWS Vegetables Netherlands B.V. have renewed their exclusive distribution contract in the UK for spinach, chard, French beans, and beetroot. The contract was initially established with Pop Vriend Seeds, which was acquired by KWS in 2019. This agreement confirms Tozer's position as the exclusive distributor of these products in the UK. read more

The kenyan export industry is currently going through a period of transition. "We anticipate that our initial batch of fresh garlic will be delivered via air freight by the end of June. We used to offer this product a few years ago, but due to intense competition, especially from Egypt, we chose to stop. Nonetheless, it is an... read more

Cartarredo Se.Ma is an Apulian company with over 30 years of experience in producing packaging for the fruit, vegetable, and agri-food industries. Founded by brothers Nicola and Domenico Centrone, the company distinguishes itself through its commitment to environmental sustainability and the adoption read more

This week, growers and shippers of Mexican grapes are evaluating their crops after Sunday's rains, which had different effects in various regions of the country. "In Guaymas and La Costa, there was minimal rainfall. In Pesqueira, our farm received 4.4 mm of rain, and in Caborca, the amount varied depending on the location." read more

Ecuador exported 137.12 million boxes of bananas between January and April 2025, which is 3.21% more than in the same period of the previous year, as reported by Acorbanec (Ecuador's Banana Marketing and Export Association). Despite a 1.5% decrease in bagging, favorable weather conditions contributed to increased production. "Our" read more

The first grape harvest at Sharjah's Ghamam project on Jebel Deem, UAE, situated 850 meters above sea level at the heart of a mountain agriculture initiative, has effectively transformed rugged terrain into fertile land. This project, highlighted by Sharjah News, represents a significant agricultural accomplishment. read more

Guadalupe Mora, the chief of the community of Felipe Carrillo Puerto (commonly referred to as "La Ruana" in the municipality of Buenavista), has reported that criminal organizations are still extorting lemon farmers in the Tierra Caliente region of Michoacan. These criminal groups are persistently demanding payments. read more

In the first quarter of 2025, Spain imported 188,076 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables from Morocco for 481 million euros. Imports from Morocco increased by 24% in volume and 23% in value, making it the supplier that experienced the highest growth. read more

Oranges remain one of the most popular fruits globally, enjoyed for their sweet taste, juiciness, and high vitamin C content. As of 2025, global orange production is estimated at around 76.41 million metric tons. Among the many countries that cultivate oranges, five stand out for producing the. read more

After the occupation of parts of southern regions, Ukraine's watermelon cultivation has realigned, with central and eastern areas now leading production, according to Agronews. The Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food anticipates a harvest of 240,000 tons spanning 30,000 hectares of watermelons. read more

Organic banana production in Piura, Peru, is facing challenging conditions this year, but is also showing signs of recovery. According to Gerardo Gonzales Sullón, Agronorperú's financial director, the drought at the end of 2024 harmed the development of the crop, reducing sizes and. read more

ESG Drysdale, a vegetable producer based in Scotland, has expanded its locally grown asparagus supply to over 60 Asda stores across the North East of England, following its initial launch in Scottish outlets in 2024. The company expects to sell at least 25 tonnes of asparagus through Asda in the. read more

Morocco's avocado export sector has reached a new milestone, surpassing the 100,000-ton export mark, as reported by EastFruit. This development comes at a time when global volumes are on the rise and trade patterns are changing. However, prices have been decreasing due to oversupply. read more

First was the variety, then AGF, and then the brand. Now AGF and BASF | Nunhems want to recognize the crucial role of producers in promoting the Fashion Watermelon. This brand has managed to consolidate itself among consumers and boost consumption of the category in the more than 20 years that. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have noted a continuing decrease in greenhouse cucumber prices in the Ukrainian market. Experts attribute this latest price drop at the start of June to a typical seasonal pattern, driven by the growing supply of vegetables. read more

The Dana blueberry variety, exclusive to the Spanish cooperative Onubafruit, has been awarded 2 stars at the prestigious Superior Taste Awards held by the International Taste Institute in Brussels. This year, the Demba variety (another of Onubafruit's varieties) was awarded 3 stars, the highest. read more