Azerbaijan has accused Russia's federal agricultural watchdog, Rosselkhoznadzor, of creating artificial barriers to its fruit and vegetable exports. According to the Azerbaijan Fruit and Vegetable Producers and Exporters Association, recent inspections have become stricter and less transparent,... read more

Developers of new varieties must combine flavor, production, and resistance. With the increase in winter temperatures, plant pests and diseases are evolving very quickly. Providing fruit that incorporates protection has become essential. Seminis Bayer presented its novelties at its Melon & read more

The Department of Internal Trade in Thailand has collaborated with Go Wholesale, a prominent food ingredient wholesaler owned by Central Retail, to assist local fruit farmers and boost domestic consumption. This partnership is a key component of the government's wider strategy to stabilize fruit prices and increase domestic consumption. read more

With the fig, pomegranate, and avocado seasons approaching, Turkish agri-tech company FreshSens is encouraging producers to consider shelf-life not just as a means of preservation, but as a strategic asset, according to Sertan Yargovan, sales director at FreshSens: "When you can store avocados for 50+ read more

The stone fruit campaign is currently in full swing in Catalonia, with average prices around 25% higher than at this same time last year due to strong demand in Europe and a moderate supply from the producing countries of the Mediterranean arc. Production is expected to be around 4% lower. read more

With the beginning of summer holidays for many people, the new pear season may still seem distant, but it is quickly approaching. Interpera has already shared previews of the upcoming pear season in various parts of Europe. For the Corina pear, an early selection of the Conference pear, the... read more

Sprzedaż detaliczna oraz trendy konsumpcyjne pozostają w dużej mierze niezmienione w tym tygodniu. Prognozowane wysokie temperatury na weekend nie złagodzą wyzwań związanych z konsumpcją. Pomimo wolnego popytu, materiały pakowaniowe dobrej jakości są w ruchu. W sklepach pojawiają się jednak pewne problemy z jakością w trakcie sezonu. read more

With a value of just over €100 million, hazelnuts are the crown jewel of Georgia's fruits and nuts exports. Last year, they brought in nearly four times as much foreign currency as mandarins, blueberries, or stone fruit. The vast majority—90% already shelled—heads to the European Union. read more

The innovative drying cabinet 'Herb.ERT' has been successfully used in the catering industry for several years. Users describe the raw food products processed with the sophisticated drying process as having a full aroma, unique texture, and providing a first-class taste experience. read more

Canadian Mycionics has introduced its robotic system for harvesting and scanning mushrooms in collaboration with South Mill Champs. After a thorough six-month pilot program, the system has shown to be a financially feasible solution to the labor shortages faced by the industry. By utilizing a hybrid harvesting method developed by the Christiaens Group, the system has demonstrated its effectiveness. read more

At Teeuwen Telers in Helden, Limburg, the new crop of parsnips is once again coming off the production line. "We began last week, which is a week earlier than last year. The demand is decent, although there is still Spanish product available in the market," says Geert Teeuwen. He is the sole producer in the Netherlands. read more

The Spanish National Research Council (CSIC), an agency under the Ministry of Science, Innovation and Universities, is participating in ECOSYSTEM, a new European project aimed at developing biodegradable plastic from strawberry waste. Additionally, the project will involve the creation of an antioxidant and antibacterial pad. read more

Imported kiwi from India is steadily increasing due to rising consumer demand for high-quality fruit. Retailers are becoming more aware of quality factors such as firmness, sweetness, and origin-specific traits, indicating a more sophisticated market. Hanissh Battra, founder of fresh produce. read more

It is widely known that Washington State is expecting a significant cherry crop this season. A warm and dry spring facilitated strong pollination and favorable setting conditions. "Our production volume will increase by about 30 percent," says Brian Traum, Director of Sales and Marketing at Auvil Fruit. read more

A new study¹ from the University of California, Davis, published in the peer-reviewed journal Food & Function, provides the first clinical evidence showing that regular consumption of grapes – just 1 ½ cups per day – can improve muscle strength and boost irisin levels in postmenopausal women. read more

"Według prognoz sporządzonych 1 lipca 2025 r., produkcja francuskich moreli na rok 2025 ma wzrosnąć o 24% w porównaniu z 2024 r. i o 7% w stosunku do średniej z lat 2020-2024, dzięki odbiciu produkcji w regionie Owernia-Rodan-Alpy. Na początku roku marketingowego ceny moreli są nieco niższe niż" read more

Among all the fruits sold by Frugisol at Rungis, there is a pineapple variety that has earned a place in a selection of fresh products known for their exceptional taste quality. This pineapple is the Del Monte Gold® Extra Sweet variety from Kenya. Fernando Da Silva, who has been in the business for 31 years, is in charge of selecting the best fruits for the company. read more

Sezon organicznych melonów na północnym zachodzie rozpocznie się zbiorem w połowie lipca. „W północno-zachodniej części kraju był suchy wiosenny okres, co jest korzystne dla uprawy, a w czerwcu była fala upałów” - powiedziała Rachel Pienovi, kupująca melony dla firmy Organically Grown Company, dodając, że sezon trwa do połowy września. „Dostawy wyglądają dobrze i..." read more

W ciągu ostatnich 10 lat udział upraw warzywnych w ogólnej powierzchni zasiewów w regionie lwowskim wzrósł z 3,9% do 5,8%, co oznacza wzrost o 50%. Dane zostały opublikowane przez Igora Dydiva, adiunkta na Lwowskim Narodowym Uniwersytecie Zasobów Naturalnych. Jednocześnie udział upraw ziemniaków read more

On 6 July 2025, Mila Nijhof (formerly Den Engelsman) passed away at the age of 51. Mila came to the Netherlands as a young woman and, at the age of 22, joined Minnaar Holland as a native Russian speaker, marking the start of her long career in the world of fresh produce. After her time at read more