Interest in firm-fleshed persimmons is not limited to Europe, as it is also spreading to other parts of the world, with several companies planting hundreds of hectares in Latin America. Agronomist Vito Vitelli believes that Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil are new areas that can produce high-quality persimmons using more modern methods. read more

Sanchai Puranachaikiri, the president of the Thai Fresh Fruit Traders and Exporters Association, expects a 20% increase in durian supply from Thailand's eastern provinces. The main harvest is scheduled to begin next month. Former president Paiboon Wongchotesathit forecasts that the region's supply will. read more

Horticulture stakeholders in Nigeria have urged the Federal Government to improve local production and supply chains in order to access the 43 billion euros EU horticulture and grape market. This request was made during a webinar organized by the EU-Nigeria Agribusiness Platform, titled "Market Insights: read more

Cravo is excited to announce the expansion of its customer support to the southern U.S. states and the Caribbean with the addition of Andrew Brooks to the team. Andrew will be joining the company in the role of Sales and Business Development. He brings a wealth of experience in facility design and climate optimization. read more

PAWI's sustainable, recyclable cardboard trays provide an eco-friendly option for packaging fruits and vegetables. These trays are made from renewable materials and are designed to offer optimal protection. The double-glued edge construction ensures high stability, while the... read more

This week, VLAM, along with several Flemish export companies in potatoes, vegetables, and fruit, visited Norway. This is the first stage of a three-year EU campaign aimed at Norway and the UK, initiated by VLAM. "On Monday, we visited various Norwegian retailers and traders, and then..." read more

Derek Donkin of the subtropical producer organization Subtrop stated that "The inclusion of people of colour all along the value chain is the normalization of our society." This was said during the third showcase of a successful black-owned farming enterprise by Fruit South Africa, this time in Tshivhase village, outside... read more

It is unusual for fresh produce executives to sell their company, take a few years off, and then come back as employees. However, after a three-year break, Fred Kloen has returned to his previous role at OTC Organics. "I missed the energy and excitement. It may have appeared like an unconventional decision from the outside, but it feels right for me," commented Fred. read more

Ostatnie trzy tygodnie ciągłych deszczy w Hiszpanii odbijają się na najważniejszych obszarach produkcji owoców i warzyw oraz różnych upraw, takich jak owoce cytrusowe. Ciągłe opady deszczu uniemożliwiły zbieranie plonów w Andaluzji, Walencji i Murcji i miały wpływ na. read more

The export of fruit and vegetables to the Caribbean is facing significant challenges, including uncertainties in sea freight and price fluctuations. A major logistical issue is the frequent last-minute cancellation of shipments by shipping companies, which disrupts trade stability. As a result, some companies have opted to send their products to other markets. read more

The Fresh Potato Suppliers Association (FPSA), established in 2009, was formed to represent the fresh sector of the potato industry by uniting fresh packers and suppliers to the retail market. Its goal was to identify critical issues impacting its members and offer a unified voice for the industry. read more

California's almond industry is facing challenges due to continued trade tensions and retaliatory tariffs. China has imposed an additional 10% tariff on U.S. tree nuts, bringing the total tariff on American almonds to 35%. These tariffs originated from previous rounds of tariffs implemented during President Donald Trump's administration. read more

Sezon mandarynek Orri Jaffa trwa od trzech miesięcy i spodziewany jest, że potrwa przynajmniej do maja. W tym roku dostawy przewyższają te z sezonu 2024. Mandarynki Orri Jaffa są dostępne w głównych sieciach handlowych i sklepach na terenie Europy, z kluczowymi rynkami, takimi jak Francja. read more

The export volumes of avocados from Morocco are on the rise, according to a report by EastFruit. In the 2023/24 season, Morocco set a new record by exporting 56.7 thousand tons of avocados, valued at $179 million. This represents a 25% increase from the previous season. read more

The sektor jagodowy na Ukrainie nadal rośnie pomimo trwających wyzwań związanych z wojną. Istotnym wydarzeniem w sektorze jest powstanie Ukraińskiego Stowarzyszenia Producentów Borówki, które obecnie skupia 16 głównych producentów uprawiających razem łącznie 850 hektarów borówki amerykańskiej. read more

Media reports earlier this month indicated that associations representing Moroccan and French tomato growers have reached a bilateral agreement, the signing of which is imminent. The agreement reportedly includes a provision where Moroccan growers will refrain from exporting tomatoes. read more

Jimmy Kimmel tricked unsuspecting pedestrians in L.A. into believing they were tasting a $19 strawberry from Erewhon, a high-end grocery store. In reality, they were eating regular Driscoll's strawberries costing just 36 cents each. Participants raved about the "premium" taste, with some even read more

Bollo Natural Fruit, a fruit and vegetable company owned by Fremman Capital, is taking a new step in its growth strategy. The company is acquiring Cortijo Cuevas, a Granada-based company specializing in fresh-cut fruit. With this operation, Bollo Natural Fruit strengthens its leadership in the industry. read more

Produkcja tureckich jabłek w tym sezonie spadła, ale jakość jest na odpowiednim poziomie, mówi Mert Özçelik z tureckiego eksportera owoców Ana Fruit: "Nasz sezon jabłek idzie dobrze w tej chwili. Patrząc na zebrane ilości w tym roku, produkcja jest niższa w porównaniu z poprzednią". read more

Daniel Badger from Vitafresh said, "The sweet potato market is currently very active. With the Egyptian season ending and limited US supplies, there is a shortage. There is also not much coming from Honduras, and sweet potatoes from South America are expensive." Vitafresh is aiming to address the supply gap. read more