Citrus fruits have been a traditional part of Polish households during the December holidays for over forty years, according to Marek Leżyński, sales manager at Fresh Factory. Marek is responsible for importing citrus fruits for the company with a particular focus on the Greek market. He states, "Demand is currently moderate; it's typical for this time of year." read more

Banana production worldwide continues to face significant losses due to Fusarium wilt, caused by Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cubense (Foc) tropical race 4 (TR4). Management options are still limited, and resistant Cavendish varieties have not yet been developed. Growing evidence indicates that fungal pathogens are becoming more resistant to traditional control methods. read more

The Nemo potato, a striped red-and-white variety developed by UK supplier Branston, has made a comeback on supermarket shelves across the United Kingdom due to strong consumer demand. This variety, famous for its shorter cooking time, will have 87% more stock available compared to last year, totaling 1.2 million units. read more

In a highly competitive industry like the fruit and vegetable sector, some companies are choosing to diversify their products to stand out from the competition. This trend is driving the introduction of innovative vegetables, like Adora tomatoes, which are currently only cultivated by three companies. read more

South Africa's blueberry industry is solidifying its presence in global trade, benefiting from a more reliable supply chain and consistent logistics. The United Kingdom remains the primary market, while the Netherlands serves as a key logistics hub in Europe. read more

A forgotten variety, new love, and a taste that brings back memories. The Sieglinde potato variety is a true classic and has been a staple of Austrian cuisine for almost 100 years. For a long time, it disappeared from local shelves. Priska and Erich Stekovics are passionate about preserving… read more

"Zakończamy sezon mango dla Stanów Zjednoczonych i zaczynamy zwiększać ilości przeznaczone dla Europy" - mówi Aléxia Souza z Grand Valle. Przejście między rynkami towarzyszy stopniowemu zwiększeniu podaży. "W ciągu dwóch lub trzech tygodni będziemy mieli znacznie większe ilości w Brazylii". read more

Procurement prices for China's new-season apples remain at elevated levels. Mr. Zhou from Tangsen Technology, who is currently sourcing apples in Gansu, explained, "Supply is tight across several major production regions, including Shaanxi and Gansu. Many areas are facing shortages, resulting in." read more

"We are pleased with the sales performance of strawberries and stone fruit; however, not so much with pears," reports Ettore Ceccarelli from "Ceccarelli Giulio" in Longiano (FC), owner of the Julius brand. His analysis covers the spring-summer market, with a look also at the first weeks of the. read more

China, which produces about 25% of the world's potatoes, is still dealing with production challenges due to the fact that 60% of its cultivation takes place in arid and semi-arid regions in the northwest. Potatoes, with their shallow root systems and short growing seasons, are highly susceptible to drought stress. read more

The apple assortment continued to diversify, and deliveries gained momentum once again. Domestic offerings dominated, with Elstar, Boskoop, and Jonagold leading the way. The presence of Braeburn and Rubinette strengthened once again, and the importance of Pinova and Gala also expanded. read more

"A large quantity of Dutch onions is being exported," says Lindert Moerdijk of MSP Onions. "It's a top-quality product with vibrant colors that is suitable for markets all over the world. Exporters from around the globe are offering similar prices, seemingly without any hesitation, leading to increased purchases from all destinations." read more

Vlissingen is more than just a port in the Netherlands. It has become Western Europe's premier onion port. In 12 years, the North Sea Port has grown into a logistics hub for the international onion trade. Jean Ruinard, who has been working at that port for over 12 years, has seen it expand from. read more

JBT Marel introduced the Fresh'n Squeeze® 1800 Citrus Juicer at the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) Global Produce and Floral Show. The juicer incorporates the same whole fruit extraction technology found in the larger free-standing models within the Fresh'n Squeeze® product range. read more

Mango markets across Europe and the Americas are displaying varied trends as seasonal changes impact supply and pricing. In Italy, there has been a transition from Spanish to Brazilian fruit, leading to price adjustments as the Osteen season comes to a close. Meanwhile, the Netherlands is experiencing strong prices due to limited supply. read more

Surprises are not uncommon in the Dutch onion trade. In mid-September, a ship scheduled to load 5,400 tons of onions for JP Beemsterboer was detained in Rotterdam. "A ship detained due to fuel issues? I have never witnessed that before. It just goes to show: Our industry is always full of excitement," says William. read more

Fruit Attraction 2025, organized by IFEMA Madrid and Fepex, wrapped up its 17th edition with a new all-time record attendance of 121,137 professionals from 152 countries. This represents a 3% increase in total attendees and a 5% increase in country representation compared to the previous edition. read more

The Morocco Berry Conference 2025 will be held on November 13 in Agadir, bringing together professionals from across the berry industry for a day of technical discussions, networking, and knowledge exchange. Now in its sixth year, the conference has become a key platform for growers, researchers,... read more

Despite the self-sufficiency of many countries in domestic ginger production, the global ginger market sees annual exports totaling nearly $1.314 billion, as estimated by the industry. China leads in global trade with 52% of exports, followed by Peru with 11%, positioning it as the second-largest exporter. read more

Można śmiało powiedzieć, że pierwsza połowa sezonu warzywnego w Wielkiej Brytanii w 2025 roku była godna zapomnienia. Większość Anglii była dotknięta suszą, a temperatury sięgały nawet 30 stopni przez długi czas. "W końcu nadeszła zmiana pogody i trochę deszczu" - powiedział Nigel Clare z firmy Peloton Produce.

It is safe to say that the first half of the UK vegetable season in 2025 was one to forget. Most of England was in drought conditions with temperatures around 30 degrees for extended periods. "We eventually got a change in the weather and some rain," said Nigel Clare from Peloton Produce. read more