Potato yields in Eastern Africa are facing challenges due to a shortage of quality seed, yet a new hybrid breeding initiative in Kenya seeks to address this issue. Led by the International Potato Center (CIP) and Dutch seed company HZPC, the One-to-One project is focused on creating adaptable potato varieties with better yields and disease resistance. read more

The La Unió Llauradora reported that severe thunderstorms, hail, and strong winds over the weekend affected around 8,000 hectares of crops in the provinces of Castellón and Valencia. Initial losses are estimated at over 29 million euros, a figure that could rise depending on the situation. read more

Piękne słońce i wysokie temperatury, pogoda zachęca ludzi do delektowania się owocami, a dla wielu winogrona są absolutnym "must-have". Importowane winogrona są zawsze dostępne, ale w Overijse, w Belgii, sierpień to wyjątkowy czas, kiedy belgijskie winogrona powracają na rynek. "Ludzie zaczynają dzwonić jak tylko" read more

Efficient fruit packing has become increasingly important for producers aiming to maintain product quality, manage labor constraints, and increase profitability. To meet these demands, Milbor PMC provides two customized solutions: the manual weighing line and the dynamic weighing line. Each system has its own... read more

Jealous Fruits is currently in the midst of its cherry season and is providing an update on the varieties being produced. Kordia cherries. Kordia: The grower-shippers' Kordia season is nearly finished, and the cherries are expected to arrive in markets starting next week. This variety is known for its high quality and Brix levels. read more

"We can supply pesticide-free, locally-grown herbs from our circular indoor greenhouse year-round," begins Thomas Baars of SemperVere. "That means we can provide herbs that you'd normally cultivate in gas-heated greenhouses or import from far-away countries." Thomas and Thijs Maathuis founded SemperVere. read more

Seeka Limited is expecting a record year in 2025 and has submitted its earnings forecast to the New Zealand Stock Exchange for the current year. Seeka has forecast a record pre-tax profit ranging between NZD$33.0m and NZD$37m for the year 2025, an increase from the record $30m profit in 2024. Notably, the New Zealand kiwifruit industry is expected to play a significant role in this positive outlook. read more

The zbiór wiśni w Wielkiej Brytanii jest na poziomie około 40% ukończony, z większością wczesnych owoców trafiających na rynek krajowy. "Od początku lipca zauważamy zainteresowanie ze strony rynków eksportowych" - powiedział Jon Clark, Dyrektor Zarządzający Fruit World International. "Zainteresowanie z zagranicy ma tendencję rosąć." read more

Initiated in 2020, the cultivation of blueberries in Brittany by producers of Prince de Bretagne is entering a new phase of development. From the second half of July, the first containers of blueberries will be appearing on the shelves, to the delight of consumers searching for tasty, fresh, and locally grown produce. read more

Stocks of Gala and Jazz apples in the UK are nearly depleted, but there are still significant volumes of Magic Star and Bramley apples in storage. According to Tony Harding, Technical and Procurement Director at Worldwide Fruit, "The fruit has stored well this year with no major issues." The Southern Hemisphere is currently in. read more

"We have seen an increase in out-of-home consumption over the last two months compared to the same period last year, while demand for tomato pulp and puree in the retail segment has remained stable and balanced," said Gaetano Torrente, CEO of La Torrente Srl and President of the Food Chain. read more

The first ASEAN Avocado Seminar will be held from July 18 to 20 at Robinson Lifestore in the Tak region of Thailand, specifically in the Mae Sot district. The Italian company Amenduni Nicola Spa will participate in the event as well. The company specializes in manufacturing machinery for extracting avocado oil. read more

The UK Fruit and Vegetable Association (UKFVA) has been created to advocate for UK growers in obtaining funding for the horticultural sector. It works to ensure government support for strengthening domestic food production and protecting UK food security. The organization aims to urge the government to... read more

"Peace of mind, clarity, and fewer mistakes. It brings all of that," begins Nannette Lammerts of Berries Direct in the Netherlands, referring enthusiastically to the Freshino ERP system. These days, anyone selling fresh produce must do more than just buy and sell: they need insight, efficiency. read more

During the night from Friday to Saturday, a major fire broke out at the Horafrost frozen vegetable company in Staden, Belgium, as reported by KW's Bert Feys. Due to the thick smoke, all residents of Westrozebeke were evacuated, including those in the nearby residential care center. The fire brigade... read more

Importing mandarins has been a challenge this year for Al Hassan Group, a fresh produce importer located in New Delhi, India. Zain-ul Abdin, the Managing Director, explains that the Indian market has been flooded with high volumes of mandarins from South Africa. "We are currently facing an oversupply of South African mandarins in our market." read more

Uzbekistan's export policy has shifted towards various markets, marking a new phase in its economic outlook. According to the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR), between 2019 and 2024, the country exported fruits and vegetables to 73 countries. This represents an increase of five countries from the 2019 figure. read more

SPAR Denmark continues to expand its store network. The company recently opened a new SPAR Supermarket on Rømø, an island in the south of the country. This 700m² supermarket offers freshly baked bread, fresh Danish fruits and vegetables, and classic summer favorites, catering to both residents and tourists. read more

New data indicates that the consumption of fruits and vegetables in the UK is decreasing to even lower levels, with less than one in ten 11-18 year-olds consuming their recommended five portions a day. The low intake of fiber is particularly alarming, as only 4% of adults are meeting the recommended intake. The recently published National Diet and Nutrition Survey highlights these worrying trends. read more

Fruit markets in Chennai, India, are currently experiencing a well-stocked influx of both imported and domestically grown fruits, signaling the commencement of the new season. Supermarkets and wholesale vendors at Koyambedu are offering a selection of imported varieties, including pears from. read more