Managing fruit ripening has always been one of the most delicate stages in the fresh produce supply chain. Bringing bananas or other climacteric fruits to the ideal stage of ripeness at just the right time is both an art and a science. Ethylene, a natural plant hormone, plays a central role in this process. read more

Khao Banthat Mon Thong durian has become Thailand's highest-earning Geographical Indication (GI) product, generating over 11 billion baht (about US$298 million) in revenue during the first nine months of 2025. The fruit's performance underscores durian's position as Thailand's leading agricultural product. read more

Rząd Meksyku opublikował w Dzienniku Oficjalnym Federacji Porozumienie ustanawiające działania mające na celu zapewnienie przestrzegania przepisów fitosanitarnych, antydeforestacyjnych i dotyczących godnej pracy we wszystkich ogniwach łańcucha eksportu awokado. Poprzez to działanie Rząd Meksyku potwierdza swoje... read more

Wczesne wskazania wskazują, że w tym sezonie w Wisconsin spodziewany jest mniejszy plon żurawiny. "Słyszałem, że jest o 20-25 procent mniejszy w porównaniu do różnych plantatorów" - mówi Kevin Tritz z Twin Lake Cranberry. "Jesteśmy jednak nadal na planie. Jesteśmy w połowie zbiorów, a ostatni raz... read more

When we think of Calabria, and especially Piana di Sibari, the image that often comes to mind is that of a small, orange, fragrant, and very sweet 'sun': the clementine. But this fruit is much more than just a treat for the palate. For this area, it is a true 'identity product'. read more

A gradatic storm in early June caused significant damage to apple crops in fifteen villages in the Zainapora constituency of Jammu and Kashmir, impacting over 2,000 orchardists, as per a government statement. This was disclosed in a written response to a query posed by MLA Showkat Hussain Ganie. read more

Kenyan macadamia growers are urging the government to lift the export ban on unprocessed nuts due to low farmgate prices and excess stock in producing areas. They suggest permitting the export of up to 30 percent of annual production to Chinese companies. Kenya currently produces approximately 61,000 tons of macadamia nuts. read more

Richard Emanuel, a seasoned professional in the UK fruit industry who was employed by both Optimus Fruit and Gilgrove at New Covent Garden Market, has passed away at the age of 43. Born at St Helier Hospital on July 8, 1982, Richard was raised in Sutton and Tadworth, went to local schools, and later The read more

When we talk about small citrus fruits, we are referring to a group that is essential to our market. However, examining the numbers in Italy (2025 data) reveals the clear frontrunner: the clementine. It accounts for an impressive 74.7% of the total production of small citrus fruits, amounting to... read more

Angel Gamarra Condori, the president of the Peruvian Association of Mango Producers (Promango), stated that Peru anticipates the 2025/2026 mango season to be longer than usual, continuing until April. Nevertheless, the country is still projected to export over 250,000 tons of fresh mangoes this season, which is a decrease from the previous season. read more

Fruit grower Mieczysław Socha from the village of Głazów in Poland has reported harvesting what is believed to be the largest apple ever grown in the country. The fruit, of the Mutsu variety, weighed more than 1.5 kilograms immediately after being picked, but later measured 1.327 kilograms. read more

Provisional crop yield estimates from Statistics Netherlands (CBS) indicate that gross yields for ware potatoes and seed onions in the Netherlands have reached their highest levels in 25 years in 2025. The gross yield for ware potatoes is expected to be almost 37% higher than in 2024. read more

Pears remain an underrated fruit in the grocery store produce section. Despite being nutrient-dense and versatile, they often go unnoticed. Current pear buyers tend to be between the ages of 30 and 65, with a strong peak in the 40 to 55 age group. These shoppers are loyal, diverse, and read more

Over the past decade, Morocco has become one of the most active players in the global blueberry market. In the 2024 campaign, Moroccan blueberry exports reached around 74,000 tons, a 15% increase compared to 2023, according to data from the Moroccan Interprofessional Federation of Fruits. read more

Banana exports from India have seen a significant increase this month, according to Prasad Chavan from India-based Acres EXIM. "Our banana exports have been doing exceptionally well this quarter, with a rise in demand from our key markets, particularly in Europe and the Middle East. Export volumes have increased by approximately 15% this." read more

Najnowsze dane dotyczące rynku bananów nie wykazują większych zmian cen w kluczowych regionach pochodzenia w tym tygodniu. Średnie ceny pozostały stabilne na poziomie 0,93 funta za kilogram, a większość krajów dostawczych utrzymała poziomy z poprzedniego tygodnia. Kolumbia była jedynym eksporterem, który odnotował pewne zmiany, zanotowano tam lekkie obniżenie o 1%. read more

The Tatort episode "Letzte Ernte" addresses the issues that many fruit-growing businesses in Germany face on a daily basis: economic pressure in production, challenges in plant protection, the shortage of seasonal workers, and the lack of prospects for farm successors. The film thus touches on key issues. read more

Producing legumes and spring onions in Egypt is currently going through a dynamic season, driven by rising and varied demand, as well as better weather conditions. Mostafa Yassien from Helwan Export stated, "We have successfully established year-round cultivation and export of Egyptian" read more

This year's forecast for the UK Jazz apple crop is around 9,000 tonnes, which is similar to last season. There are 27 licensed growers in the UK who produce Jazz apples from mid-October to early November. "This will be a typical year for Jazz apples. Last year was above average, and some orchards are slightly." read more

Podczas gdy każdy lot do Amsterdamu kiedyś był wypełniony surinamskimi owocami i warzywami, dzisiaj przestrzeń na pokładzie samolotu pozostaje zauważalnie niewykorzystana przez eksporterów świeżych produktów. "Nadal załadujemy najwyżej 10 ton na lot," westchnął Swami Girdhari, sekretarz Stowarzyszenia Eksporterów... read more