The banana industry in Urabá, northern Colombia, is currently going through a period of contrasts. According to Felipe Echeverri Zapata from C.I. Agrogaira, the 2025 season has seen exceptional yields but has also faced economic and logistical challenges that could pose a threat. read more

Rio Grande do Norte closed September 2025 with a trade surplus of $48.2 million, largely attributed to the export of fresh produce. Data from the Secretariat of Economic Development, Science, Technology, and Innovation (SEDEC/RN) reveals that the state exported goods worth $77 million. read more

The blueberry has stopped being just an agricultural product and has now become the emblem of Peru's booming agricultural exports, symbolizing agricultural innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that has revolutionized the global fresh fruit trade. Exports have exceeded $2.27 billion. read more

The harvesting of organic persimmons in California has begun. "Conventional Fuyu persimmons began harvesting slightly earlier than us in the organic sector. Currently, the smaller fruits are showing color first, so the fruits being harvested are from those who are willing to selectively pick the smaller ones." read more

During the International Strawberry Congress, Philippe Binard from Freshfel Europe shared insights on consumption trends in the European strawberry industry and the challenges that lie ahead in an uncertain world. "Fruits and vegetables can play a crucial role in promoting health and sustainability," Philippe emphasized. read more

Spring frosts have had a significant impact on fruit orchards in Belarus, causing damage to a portion of the crop in both state-owned and private farms. Despite the losses, harvesting is ongoing in many regions as growers strive to salvage the remaining fruits. One of the orchards that suffered from frost damage was the. read more

Nigeria is the second-largest producer of ginger in the world, accounting for 16% of global production in 2023. Despite this, the country captures less than 3% of global export revenues and remains outside the top ten exporters. Nigeria has, however, become the leading global exporter in the palm oil industry. read more

The harvest of SnapDragon apples has begun, and this year is expected to be the largest one yet. Due to the higher production volume, consumers can look forward to enjoying this variety at least until mid-spring. Although SnapDragon is only commercially grown in the eastern part of the U.S., its... read more

Citrocide® Fresh-Cut technology, developed by Citrosol to enhance the hygienic, safe, and sustainable washing of minimally processed fruits and vegetables, was the standout feature of Kronen Customer Day 2025. The event took place on September 25-26 in Kehl am Rhein and brought together more than 200 participants from 45. read more

Imports of fresh cranberries into the UK have been increasing by approximately 30% each year, and this trend is expected to continue this year as well. Demand from retailers, wholesalers, and the food service sector is on the rise as the cranberry category expands. Fruit World International is one of the leading importers of cranberries in the UK. The company... read more

The banana sector in the Canary Islands has requested the Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food to provide the complete text and timeline of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed with Ecuador. They are also asking for public clarification regarding the actual extent of the agreement. This request has been submitted. read more

"The imported apple season in India has just begun, with the initial shipments of Iran's Royal Gala apples already available in the market. Fresh arrivals from other sources are anticipated in the following weeks," reported Shashank Srivastav from the fresh produce import-export network, Ninja Global. "We are observing a positive start." read more

Wyspy Kanaryjskie odnotowały trzykrotny wzrost przesyłek awokado na Półwysep Iberyjski i rynki europejskie w 2024 roku w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem, jak podaje radca regionalny ds. rolnictwa, hodowli, rybołówstwa i suwerenności żywnościowej, Narvay Quintero, podczas. read more

For over 37 years, Sanifruit has been committed to developing natural solutions that help prolong the shelf life of different crops. "We have solid data demonstrating the amount of food waste we can prevent per crop. We offer customized proposals for each customer, based on scientific research." read more

Markets in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack continue to showcase local crops of Odisha such as mangoes, bananas, guavas, and pineapples. Additionally, there is a growing presence of imported fruits and vegetables, indicating a change in consumer preferences and culinary habits. In the past decade, broccoli has also gained popularity in these markets. read more

Fresh fruit and vegetables in the UK are under pressure due to ongoing global food inflation affecting the supply chain. Increasing input costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable weather are impacting margins and availability for growers and suppliers. While food inflation has slightly eased, the challenges persist. read more

Morocco's berry sector is transitioning from strawberries to raspberries and blueberries due to changing market conditions, profitability, and increased demand from Europe. In the 2024-2025 season, Morocco exported 64,400 tons of raspberries valued at almost US$487 million, representing a 13.8% increase from the. read more

Catalytic Generators is further expanding its global reach by participating in two of the leading trade shows in the industry consecutively. Following successful networking at Fruit Attraction in Madrid, the company will now showcase its products at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral event. read more

The Blueberry Committee of Frutas de Chile has released its second forecast for the 2025-2026 season, predicting a 1% increase in fresh blueberry shipments compared to the previous season. This confirms the continued recovery that started in 2024-2025, which saw a 5% growth in volumes following four years of decline. read more

The range of services offered by Up&Up Talent Solutions is growing. In addition to Recruitment Solutions, the company now also provides HR Solutions, Business Solutions, and Interim Solutions. Noëlle van Rijsoort-de Baan, a well-known figure in the fresh produce industry, has been added to the team to lead the Interim Solutions division. read more