The French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish peach and nectarine contact group met in Fundao, Portugal, on the 14th and 15th of May. The group, consisting of the leaders of the sectoral associations from the four countries and government officials, will request the European Commission to make modifications. read more

Honeybear Brands, a producer and distributor of both conventional and organic apples, pears, and cherries, has announced that Starr Ranch Growers, also known as Oneonta Starr Ranch, has become a packing partner for apples, effective immediately. Starr Ranch Growers, owned and operated by the Thomas family, is now part of the Honeybear team. read more

According to data presented today by Afrucat, Catalonia's Fruit Business Association, and DARPA, the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Food, Catalonia will maintain its peach and nectarine production despite the hailstorms this spring. Catalonia's production will decrease by 2%. read more

The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee (USOPC) has adopted a new era of sustainable, fresh nutrition at its Colorado Springs training center through a partnership with Babylon Micro-Farms. What started as one installation has now grown to three units, highlighting the increasing demand. read more

Turkey, the world's leading apricot producer, is experiencing a shift in its market dynamics following severe frosts in April 2025, as reported by EastFruit. This climatic event is expected to impact apricot pricing across the EU, USA, Middle East, and Central Asia, with countries like Ukraine,... read more

A 285-year-old lemon was sold for £1,400 at an auction after being discovered in a drawer of a chest that was sold for just £32. The lemon, dating back to 1739, had a handwritten note attached to it and was likely preserved by drying. In another fruit-related discovery, a 52-million-year-old fossilized berry was found. read more

Now that the avocado season has ended in the Iberian Peninsula, the market is closely monitoring the development of the summer supply, which is expected to increase significantly. Meanwhile, the mango market is in a delicate phase of transitioning between different sources. read more

The Polish berry grower is more focused on high quality compared to a couple of years ago, says Dominika Kozarzewska of the Polish Berry Cooperative. "The Polish production of raspberries, blackberries, and strawberries has been shifting towards high-quality fresh market fruits, mostly grown." read more

Po katastrofalnym sezonie wiśniowym w 2024 roku, producenci i pakowacze z Kolumbii Brytyjskiej (B.C.) z niecierpliwością oczekują sezonu, który miejmy nadzieję będzie normalny. "Przez zimę mieliśmy idylliczne warunki pogodowe z optymalną liczbą godzin chłodzenia" - mówi Ricky Chong z World Fresh Exports. Zimę następowało. read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica is now officially open. Asia's premier fresh fruit and vegetable trade show is back in Hong Kong on 3–5 September 2025, bringing the global fresh produce business together and showcasing the entire value chain. Visitors to Asia Fruit Logistica read more

The total area under strawberry cultivation in Switzerland in 2025 is 469.2 hectares, which is approximately 20 hectares less than the previous year. The area dedicated to organic strawberry cultivation has decreased by 14% to 37 hectares. During the main harvest season from mid-May to mid-June, Swiss... read more

Produkcja melonów cantaloupe i honeydew rozpoczęła się w zeszłym tygodniu w Sonorze, Meksyku. „Obie odmiany radzą sobie dobrze” - mówi Raquel Espinoza z Produce House, dodając, że obie odmiany mają dobrą jakość w tym sezonie, o wysokim poziomie Brix oraz szczególnym skupieniu na kondycji owoców. read more

Last week at Macfrut, Star Fruits introduced its new rootstock for cultivating kiwis, potentially sparking a small revolution in a sector that had experienced little innovation recently. Before delving into the details, it's worthwhile to trace the history of kiwi cultivation in Europe to comprehend why. read more

South Africa will participate in the global celebration of the United Nations' International Day of the Potato on May 30, with Potatoes South Africa (Potatoes SA) organizing events to raise awareness about the significance of potatoes in food security, nutrition, and rural livelihoods. read more

Potato cultivation in Sa Pobla is facing challenges due to a nematode infestation, leading farmers to reconsider their investments. Nematodes are inhibiting the proper growth of potatoes, leading to smaller, unprofitable yields. Farmers are calling for authorities to approve the use of dichloropropene or sodium metabisulfite to combat this issue. read more

A non-exclusive partnership agreement was signed last week at Macfrut between Sofruileg SA, chaired by François Lafitte, and Orbita Soc. of Lagnasco, Ortofruit Italia of Saluzzo, and the Lagnasco Group cooperative. "The contract covers the development of the new Haegum yellow kiwi variety. read more

"Fruit and vegetables have never been such a star product," explains Nicolas Gandrillon, director of Les Gros Mots agency. "They can be found in shampoos, beauty creams, and even at Fashion Week. Yet, the younger generation still eats very little fresh fruit and vegetables (4x less than older generations)." read more

In the first quarter of 2025, the Republic of Uzbekistan exported 325 tonnes of garlic, generating $816,400 in revenue, according to data released by the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan. Compared to the same period in 2024, shipments rose by 72.4 tonnes, representing a growth rate of 28.7%. read more

The weather conditions from weeks 9 to 12 have resulted in a delayed start to the melon and watermelon season in Spain and a reduced supply in the first two months of the season. "Persistent rains across Spain have disrupted the planting schedule in March and caused delays in the harvest," says Ángel. read more

The drought in Morocco has affected the quantities and prices of fresh produce intended for West African markets, sometimes resulting in export bans for certain products like tomatoes. Nevertheless, according to Baye Sidy, a fresh produce exporter from Fes, the Moroccan produce remains competitive. read more