The Moroccan soft citrus season has started despite ongoing difficult weather conditions, but producers are showing increased resilience. Despite the loss of acreage due to multiple years of drought and a shift towards smaller fruit sizes, Moroccan soft citrus fruits continue to be grown... read more

The apple harvest in the northwest United States is reaching its last month, with growers reporting good crop yields but also mentioning some weather-related difficulties. Recent heatwaves in Washington have affected earlier crop estimates, as stated by Jon DeVaney, President of the Washington State Apple Commission. read more

A new chapter is beginning at MBG Marketing as Brian Bocock steps in as chief executive officer, effective November 1, 2025. Bocock is a lifelong grower, innovator, and respected leader, with roots that run deep in the blueberry fields. Bocock's 36-year journey with the company began in the [...] read more

Sakata has acquired the onion and shallot seed business of UK-based Allium Seeds Ltd, expanding its breeding and research activities in Europe. This acquisition comes after a 12-year collaboration between the two companies, during which they focused on developing intermediate and long-day onion varieties for the UK and Irish markets. read more

Zachowanie jakości i świeżości bananów podczas długich tras eksportowych pozostaje kluczowe dla indyjskich eksporterów i może stanowić różnicę między odrzuceniem a sukcesem na rynku - twierdzi Deepak Rajmohan, dyrektor generalny GreenPod Labs, przedsiębiorstwa agrobiotechnologicznego. "Istnieją sposoby, aby zapewnić optymalny czas przechowywania. read more

Huelva is known as a region for berry cultivation, but few are aware of the potential for growing Goji berries. The province's excellent weather conditions and the increasing demand for superfoods are creating a great opportunity for farmers and entrepreneurs. "At our nursery in the heart of read more

After participating in Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid, Food Freshly introduced new advancements in extending the shelf-life of blueberries and other delicate fruits. The company will also be showcasing these technologies at the Global Produce & Floral Show (GPFS) in Anaheim this week. read more

Pineapple production in Costa Rica is expected to face a challenging outlook for the first half of 2026, as stated by Gustavo Zamora Alvarado, president of the Cámara de Piñeros Unidos de Costa Rica (Costa Rica's Chamber of United Pineapple Producers). The heavy rains from November to March have caused difficulties for many producers. read more

Dostawa borówek z Peru nabiera tempa. „Podczas gdy ilości z Perunie były początkowo niskie, produkcja od tego czasu przyspieszyła i kraj jest obecnie dominatorem globalnej podaży” - mówi Sarah Consalo, dyrektor finansowy i dyrektor ds. partnerstw globalnych w firmie Consalo Family Farms. „Obecnie eksport" read more

Indian kiwi importers are facing a turbulent season following the arrival of Chilean fruit, leading many to reconsider their plans due to market disruptions and changing sources of origin, according to Ajaz Raien, CEO of fresh produce importer Embrace Fresh. "The kiwi season was not very good for us because of" read more

The Costa Rican banana industry has recently shared new data and technical findings that reinforce its commitment to social and environmental sustainability in a regional context where agricultural production is facing growing regulatory and environmental challenges. According to information from the National Banana read more

The Chilean avocado industry anticipates maintaining its growth in the 2025-2026 season, with an estimated production of 240,000 tons, a similar volume to that of the previous year. According to the Chilean Avocado Committee, this number indicates the continuation of a positive trend established in the 2024-2025 season. read more

Altländer Wellant is launching the new season with a refreshed brand identity and the "Harvest Start Winner 2025" campaign. The campaign centers around the beginning of the harvest season, featuring a new communication strategy that emphasizes the apple and its local origins. To kick things off, read more

BDA/Dorot Farm is introducing a new yellow carrot program, sourced directly from its top-quality farms. "Yellow carrots have gained popularity, and we have been getting numerous requests for a program that guarantees availability throughout the year," said Ami Ben-Dror, CEO of BDA/Dorot Farm. "Yellow carrots provide a unique flavor and vibrant color compared to traditional orange carrots." read more

After a very busy summer, the Belgian strawberry market has come to a standstill since last week. "We had one of the best summers in ages, but now everything has completely stopped. Demand has dropped entirely. The export market is performing a bit better, I notice. That remains somewhat read more

Colombia expects to export approximately 182,000 tons of Hass avocados in 2025, which is a 25% increase from the previous year. According to Katheryn Mejía, Executive President of Corpohass, 50% to 60% of this production will be destined for the European market. While Europe remains a crucial market, it also poses unique challenges. read more

W miarę rosnącego popytu na zdrowe, naturalne produkty spożywcze w Europie, tureckie figi i granaty przeżywają pewnego rodzaju złotą erę. W centrum tego wzrostu jest Noada Holding, którego liderem jest Cem Varnatopu, handlowiec z siedzibą w Holandii, który stał się jednym z najbardziej wpływowych na kontynencie. read more

"Giancarlo Elmi, the owner of Mitica Srl, an Italian company located in the province of Bologna, mentions that we are currently in the middle of our local chestnut delivery season. The quality is excellent, with large average sizes. The weather has also been favorable in maintaining the health of our products so far." read more

Ontario could see an earlier end to its harvest this season. "As a result of the heat this year, and the hot, dry September, we think the harvest will be a little bit condensed," says Chris Hedges, chair of the Ontario Apple Growers. "We may have thought that the harvest was going to start a read more

João Negrão, the Executive Director of the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO), officially launched the 2025/2026 season for the Mollar de Elche Pomegranate Protected Designation of Origin. The event featured a symbolic ribbon-cutting ceremony at Innovation Labo's organic farm. read more