South Africa's pome and stonefruit industries are getting ready to comply with the EU's Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulations (PPWR), with the effective date set for 18 months from now. Historically, South Africa has used plastic packaging to maintain the fruits' optimal condition during transportation. read more

The wholesale prices of bananas from Latin America and the Caribbean fluctuated in various European markets during the week ending on 23 March 2025. Several countries saw significant increases in prices compared to the previous week, indicating changes in pricing trends. The following data shows the average price per kilogram for each country: read more

In many agricultural regions in Germany, the first local asparagus is already being harvested. However, asparagus from Greece and Peru is still available at the discount supermarket Netto. This has sparked a heated discussion among consumers. At the same time, an initiative is raising concerns about wages and... read more

Superplum unveiled its new mango packaging solution, designed to enhance food safety, traceability, and consumer confidence. "Our latest packaging innovation includes individual mangoes sealed in tamper-proof pouches, each with scannable QR codes. Supported by India's most advanced supply chain, we read more

Much of the processing of mini cucumbers is already automated. There are Aweta machines available for automatic feeding, sorting, and packing mini cucumbers into crates or trays. In the North American market, mini cucumbers are also commonly packaged in bags. The remaining manual work is minimal. read more

Aartsen has been a market leader in the free fruit and vegetable market for many years. With locations in the Netherlands (Breda, Venlo), Belgium (St. Katelijne Waver), and Asia (Hong Kong), they provide a wide range of products to their customers throughout the year. What sets Aartsen apart is their read more

Brazil jest coraz ważniejszym miejscem docelowym dla eksportu owoców chilijskich, szczególnie w przypadku kiwi. W ostatnich latach konsumpcja wzrosła systematycznie, osiągając poziomy zbliżone do rynków konsolidowanych, takich jak Włochy, Indie czy Holandia, ale nieco mniejsze niż we. read more

Seeka Limited is pleased to announce the acquisition of the operating assets of Olivado. The operation will be integrated within Seeka's Delicious Nutritious Food Company (DNFC) and all employees of the previous Olivado business have been offered employment as part of the purchase. read more

South Africa's gold kiwis have a very promising marketing opportunity, notes Malcolm Deacon. He cultivates gold kiwis, all of which are exported and packed under the Primland's Oscar Gold brand, on Gold Tree Farms in White River, Mpumalanga Province. Deacon is confident that Gold Tree Farms has the capacity to reach 360 tonnes. read more

Decentralization of vegetable storage facilities in frontline regions, particularly in Mykolaiv and Kherson oblasts, is expected to assist Ukrainian farmers in preserving their harvests. Ukraine's Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food, Vitalii Koval, stated that small and medium-sized storage facilities will benefit from this initiative. read more

The Irish strawberry season began on a high note last week with the first berries from Sunglow Nurseries now available at Aldi Ireland. Sunglow's berries are overseen and distributed by Donnelly Fresh Produce. The first harvest of the year took place on the 18th of March, 10 days ago. read more

The first day of the Fruitnet Citrus Congress took place on March 25 in the City of Arts and Sciences in Valencia, five months after the region was hit by the worst floods in decades, which made it necessary to postpone the event initially planned for the beginning of November. read more

The acute labor shortage is driving Ukrainian farmers towards rapid technological advancements. Optical sorting machines, previously viewed as a costly luxury, are now becoming a necessity, following the trends in European agriculture. Andrii Marushchak, Commercial Director of Van Dijk, stated that... read more

Secretary of State at the Ministry of Agriculture, Vasile Șarban, highlighted the importance for Moldova to enhance its tomato production. "It is essential to guarantee local production for our domestic market. We require access to water, cost-effective fertilizers, plant protection products, and high-quality seeds. read more

Uganda Airlines has started a direct flight route from Entebbe International Airport to London Gatwick, which is anticipated to greatly boost the export of Ugandan agricultural products, especially bananas and vegetables, to the United Kingdom. The new service officially commences on read more

Jan Van Luchene from Bruwier Potatoes has no reason to panic despite the turmoil in the Belgian potato sector caused by a drastic decline in the free market price of Belgian potatoes. "In January, I was more surprised by the rapid price increase, which I hadn't expected. Unlike last." read more

The supply of apples from British Columbia is starting to decrease. "We are approaching the end quickly, and we may finish within the next three to four weeks. Production progressed faster than anticipated, so we are ending the season earlier this year," says Gagan Grewal of HG Produce in Abbotsford, B.C. read more

W 2024 roku sektor eksportu owoców w Nowej Zelandii wykazał silną poprawę i wzrost, zwłaszcza w produkcji i przetwarzaniu jabłek. Poprawa plonów, zwiększenie wolumenów eksportowych oraz zmiana na bardziej ekskluzywne odmiany przyczyniły się do lepszych wyników finansowych w sadownictwie, produkcji soku i eksporcie. read more

In Piraeus, authorities have seized 131 kilograms of cocaine hidden in banana shipments from Ecuador. The estimated street value of the drugs is €5.9 million. Customs officers discovered the suspicious content during an X-ray scan of the refrigeration units... read more

Making fruit easily available at all times and places is crucial for promoting a balanced, healthy diet. In an environment where ultra-processed products are still prevalent in quick shopping options, the Association of Banana Producers' Organizations of the Canary Islands (Asprocan), as part of their initiative, aims to make fruits more accessible. read more