Pennsylvania orchards are facing challenges due to unpredictable weather patterns and changing market conditions. According to the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture, the state produces between 400 million and 500 million pounds of apples annually, making it the fourth largest apple-producing state in the country. read more

Kronen GmbH, a German manufacturer of machines and processing lines for fruit, vegetable, and salad processing, and Urschel Laboratories Inc., a U.S.-based producer of industrial cutting and milling equipment, showcased their collaboration for the first time at Pack Expo Las Vegas 2025. read more

EU citrus imports for the 2024/25 season show mixed results across product categories, with total volumes for oranges and small citrus exceeding last year, while lemons and grapefruits present different dynamics.

Oranges: EU orange imports from October 2024 to September 2025 reached 934,334 tons. read more

The Innovation Hub Awards recognize products for innovation, sustainability, and market impact. Among 50 entries, Tutti was selected as a new apple variety developed to perform well in warmer climates where traditional apples often face challenges. It combines eating quality with flavor notes. read more

At this time of year, Peru is the main provider of blueberries to the U.S. market. Although the volumes are higher than last season, they haven't reached the projected levels. "It has been a particularly challenging year to estimate production volume," said Luciano Fiszman from Gourmet Trading Company. read more

The president of Uniban, Manuel Laborde, emphasized that 2025 has been a positive year for the Colombian banana sector so far, with an estimated 12% growth in volume, equivalent to 43 million boxes exported. This growth is attributed to technical improvements in the fields and favorable weather conditions. read more

Peach prices across Europe have shown various trends in weeks 37 to 39 of the 2025 season. In Spain, prices were €136/100 kg in week 37, dropping to €129 in week 38, and then slightly recovering to €131 in week 39. These prices were below the five-year average, continuing the trend for the season. read more

Walnuts were the highest valued crop in Butte County, California, last year, surpassing almonds, which typically lead by gross value. The county has over 20,600 hectares of walnuts in production. According to the Butte County Department of Agriculture's annual crop and livestock report, walnuts. read more

Naogaon, historically known for rice cultivation, has emerged as a prominent mango-producing district in Bangladesh. The cultivation of mangoes has significantly expanded from just under 6,000 hectares in 2015 to over 30,300 hectares currently. In 2024, farmers harvested approximately 400,000 tons of mangoes, with a total value of Tk 30 billion. read more

The garlic and onion sector in Spain is currently facing a critical moment. Despite a productive season in terms of volume and quality, the export capacity and profitability of national producers are being threatened by high production and logistics costs, as well as pressure from... read more

India's National Co-operative Exports Limited (NCEL) is a new national cooperative federation envisioned to supply a range of Indian grapes, pomegranates, bananas, mangoes, and onions directly to overseas buyers, says Sanjay Suryawanshi, Business Head, Fruits and Vegetables. "Approved by the
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Growing beets with Rhizomania resistance, selecting broccoli varieties that thrive with fewer nutrients, or introducing an eye-catching white pumpkin to the market—these were just some of the highlights at the recent Sakata Field Days, held at the company's trial fields in Zwaagdijk. The event read more

Aby ocenić podaż na nadchodzący sezon i przeanalizować ostatnie trendy produkcyjne, CSO Italy uczestniczyło w konferencji IKO (International Kiwifruit Organisation), która odbyła się w tym roku w Vigo, Hiszpania. Organizacja skupia główne kraje produkcji kiwi. read more

The Lebanese table grape season is ongoing despite difficult circumstances, characterized by low demand and high costs, amidst strong competition from Egypt. Lebanese grower Moussa Zgheib stated: "Weather conditions have been unfavorable for table grapes in Lebanon this season, with cold spells and hail. read more

South India's demand for imported apples and citrus fruits is robust and increasing, according to a local importer who has transitioned from trial shipments to a more structured supply chain. Yousuf Ajmal, the Executive Director of the fresh produce importing company Nettoor Agro, located in Kerala, stated, "Last year, we started..." read more

Chociaż Ameryka Północna była kluczowym rynkiem eksportowym dla bananów z Meksyku, Azja staje się coraz bardziej istotna. „Jesteśmy zobowiązani do nawiązania kontaktu z konsumentami, którzy cenią wysokiej jakości, organiczne produkty z międzynarodowymi certyfikatami” - mówi Jorge Ángel Aguilar Gallegos, CEO Coliman.

While North America has been a key export market for bananas from Mexico, Asia is becoming increasingly important. "We are committed to connecting with consumers who value high-quality, organic products with international certifications," says Jorge Ángel Aguilar Gallegos, CEO of Coliman. read more

Wszystkie owoce i warzywa na hurtowych rynkach w Bułgarii odnotowały niższe ceny w tym tygodniu, z wyjątkiem pomidorów, według Państwowej Komisji ds. Giełd Towarowych i Rynków Hurtowych. Indeks Cen Hurtowych Żywności, który monitoruje zmiany cen żywności hurtowej, nieco zmalał o. read more

Bananas, long beans, Asian vegetables, passion fruit, a large-scale avocado project in the pipeline, and tomatoes in a demo and test greenhouse. Suriname has it all. Admittedly, commercial cultivation of fruit and vegetables is still in its infancy, but things are changing. A report of a tour read more

Plus Berries, a family-owned company in the berry sector, participated in Fruit Attraction in Madrid, where it presented its new high-quality berries as part of its "More than Berries" philosophy. This approach highlights the company's dedication to sustainability, innovation, and providing high-quality products. read more

At Sorteerbedrijf D'Hont in Groede, the last onions are currently being brought in. "We are late, but had late-sown plots and could not irrigate everywhere. Only after the rains in August did growth pick up there," says Jaap D'Hont, who expects to have all the onions in next week. "The yields read more