Globalization, digitalization, and an increasingly competitive market have forever altered agriculture and rural areas. These factors have also transformed the dynamics between agri-food companies in the sector, as well as the purchasing and consumption behaviors of fruit by consumers. Given this context, Bollo read more

In Spalding, UK, Worldwide Fruit has transformed its avocado ripening process with the Softripe system by JD Cooling, which utilizes Grundfos pumps at its core. The company had been struggling with issues such as inconsistent ripening and short shelf life. The implementation of the new system has significantly enhanced control and efficiency. read more

The 2025 International Blueberry Market Yearbook, prepared by iQonsulting, states that in the 2024/25 season, the southern hemisphere exported 436,431 tons of blueberries, which is 28% more than the previous season. Peru was the leading exporter of fresh blueberries, with 317,847 tons, marking a 42% increase from the previous season. read more

Ceny jabłek w głównych krajach europejskich producentów wykazały znaczne różnice w pierwszych miesiącach 2024/2025 roku, przy czym Niemcy zgłosiły największe wzrosty. W Niemczech ceny wzrosły stopniowo z 84 euro za 100 kg w lutym do 87 euro w marcu i osiągnęły 89 euro w kwietniu. These values are read more

On May 19th, storms accompanied by rain and hail destroyed many crops in the Tarn department, including the Lautrec pink garlic crop. Some producers will have no harvest this year. The French Minister of Agriculture visited the area last Wednesday to evaluate the damage and promised government assistance. read more

Efforts are currently being made to increase Nigerian participation in the global avocado market, which is expected to reach $17.56 billion this year. The market was valued at $16.24 billion last year and is projected to grow to $23.29 billion by 2029. Data from the World Avocado Organisation indicates a rising trend. read more

Uprawianie moreli w Bułgarii napotyka na coraz większe wyzwania, ponieważ ocieplające się zimy skutkują mniejszą liczbą dni wystarczająco zimnych dla optymalnego rozwoju owoców. Nadezhda Shopova, asystentka w Instytucie Badań Klimatu, Atmosfery i Wody (IICAW) Bułgarskiej Akademii Nauk, omawiała te. read more

The processing plant of Sept (Société d'Exploitation des Produits de Terroir) is getting ready to export its first shipment of Senegalese cashew nuts after acquiring the necessary certificates and investing in new equipment. This information was provided by Abdoulay Ndiaye, the company's director. Ndiaye stated, "It's..." read more

According to forecasts, Almería is expected to produce 631,000 tons of watermelon and increase its export volume by 21.4% this season, solidifying its position as Spain's top watermelon exporter. In terms of economics, the current season is expected to surpass the 229 million euros achieved last year. read more

This year, Uzbekistan started its large-scale export of sweet cherries in early May. According to EastFruit, there was a high demand in international markets, largely because of lower stone fruit production in Eastern Europe and Turkey caused by frosts in April. Uzbekistan, on the other hand, had a successful winter and was able to benefit from this situation. read more

Apple growers in Kashmir are assessing the potential effects as talks are held regarding the limitation of apple imports, especially from Turkey. These discussions have arisen due to competitive challenges that have affected the local demand for apples and the incomes of growers in the region, driven by imported... read more

Odisha has sent three international mango shipments to London, Birmingham, and Dubai, showcasing the state's presence in global markets. This demonstrates the capabilities of farmer producer companies (FPCs) in Odisha. The initiative also emphasizes Palladium's role in enhancing market opportunities. read more

Eid al-Adha is one of the most important dates in the Muslim calendar, and on this occasion, Muslims observe the ritual of sheep sacrifice. This year is exceptional in Morocco as Eid al-Adha will be celebrated without sacrifice, following a call from the King of Morocco to preserve the environment. read more

Market participants in the UK potato sector are currently dealing with two main challenges: decreased demand for packing potatoes and the looming threat of a drought that could impact the crop yields for the 2025/26 Marketing Year if it occurs. The potato trade in the UK continues to be sluggish, with an abundance of supply and low demand. read more

Fujisaki is determined to make Asian vegetables such as kidney beans, water spinach, Malabar spinach, komatsuna, Japanese turnips, daikon, and pak choi more widely available in Blois, located in the Loir-et-Cher department. "I realized that it was technically possible," he said, after studying landscape design. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, większość ukraińskich producentów jabłek w nowoczesnych szklarniach zakończyła praktycznie sezon sprzedaży. Ci, którzy mają odpowiednie zapasy jabłek, szybko podnoszą ceny hurtowe. W tym tygodniu ceny hurtowe jabłek na Ukrainie gwałtownie wzrosły. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have observed a significant drop in prices for locally grown strawberries in Ukraine. This market situation is largely due to an increased supply coming from farms in the western regions of the country. At the same time, growers are reporting read more

"Plant growers are extremely worried about the climate changes and the decreasing variety of crop protection products," says Paul Huijs, Leafy Vegetables Product Manager at the Dutch breeding company Enza Zaden. "Through our significant investments in breeding, we aim to address various diseases and provide solutions. Our goal is to combat as many diseases as possible." read more

Farm fresh: Freshly's quick commerce bet on fruits and vegetables

Indian quick commerce platforms operate on a two-step supply chain. First, they source fresh produce from farmers directly at the market, and second, they transfer it to a large centralized warehouse for quality check, labeling, and. read more

Sinclair has been announced as a finalist in The Grocer Gold Awards 2025. They are nominated in the Sustainability Initiative of the Year (Products & Services) category for their T55 label, which has achieved dual certification for both home and industrial compostability. These certifications validate that T55... read more