W tym roku Sun World obchodzi 50 lat w hodowli, a świat hodowli wygląda obecnie bardzo inaczej niż pięćdziesiąt lat temu. "To, co najbardziej się zmieniło, to zakres tego, czego oczekuje się od hodowli," powiedział dyrektor generalny Sun World, Bernardo Calvo, w niedawnym wywiadzie dla FreshPlaza. read more

At Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin, sustainable and practical packaging solutions were a key focus in the fruit and vegetable sector. Trade visitors engaged in discussions around efficiency, resource conservation, and process reliability – all of which are shaping the industry. One of the highlights was the certified net-pak® complete system. read more

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association investigated the effects of incorporating fresh fruit into the diets of adults with prediabetes. Researchers aimed to determine whether a daily combination of fruits would have an impact on the health of the one in three Americans, around 98 million people, who are living with prediabetes. read more

India's apple importers are currently experiencing a shortage of Gala apples, according to Vijay Bhatia, the founder of the importing company Mheet International. "The Gala market is currently empty, but demand remains high from wholesalers and traders as Polish stocks dwindle. Italian Red apples are also quickly running low," Bhatia noted. read more

The so-called "specialty beans category" is frequently highlighted in various market reports. With its potential as a meat substitute and protein source, the sky appears to be the limit for this segment. Supermarkets recognize opportunities in the legume category, but many retailers are still facing challenges. read more

Currently, many crates are still filled with pears, but fruit growers Mathijn and Leo van Dijk from Lexmond are already preparing for the new crate-washing season. Several years ago, the brothers developed a mobile storage crate washing unit, which they use to clean crates at growers' locations. read more

The shipping schedule from South Africa to Singapore has been very chaotic due to port congestion and bad weather conditions during the grape export season. The port of Cape Town has been affected by strong winds, causing vessels to wait outside the port. As a result, some vessels chose to omit ports. read more

W Afryce w 2025 roku wyeksportowano około 430 000 ton awokado, przy całkowitej wielkości wzrostu o 16,7%, zgodnie z przeglądem rynku tropikalnych owoców FAO. Wzrost został wsparty przez popyt w Europie, na Bliskim Wschodzie i w niektórych częściach Azji, podczas gdy zmiany w logistyce i dostępie do rynków zmieniły rankingi eksportu. read more

In order to standardize export procedures and enhance competitiveness in international markets, the Chilean Table Grape Committee of Frutas de Chile has released a document on the Standardization of Sizes for different grape varieties. This technical update is intended to accurately classify the size of the fruit based on... read more

The weather conditions have delayed the planting of potatoes in regions like Sicily, Puglia, and Campania in Italy, as well as in some areas of Greece, Spain, and Portugal over the past few weeks and months. Due to this, we might experience a lower yield than usual in the early harvest. read more

Produkcja ogórków szklarniowych w Polsce nadal maleje w obliczu rosnących kosztów pracy i energii. Według Instytutu Ekonomiki Rolnictwa i Gospodarki Żywnościowej (IERiGŻ-PIB), produkcja spadła do 292 000 ton w 2025 roku, w porównaniu z 306 000 ton w 2024 roku, 317 000 ton w 2023 roku i 328 000 ton w 2022 roku. read more

Zespri has launched its 2035 strategy, a long-term plan focused on strengthening the kiwifruit industry's resilience, unlocking future value, and aiming to become the world's healthiest fruit brand. The strategy was introduced at the two-day Momentum 2026 Conference in Mount Maunganui, which was attended by industry stakeholders. read more

The opportunity for Tripod Farmers Group lies in "improving what we are currently doing" — only better. For Tripod's General Manager Joseph Ruffo, the growth in cos lettuce is less about seeking new markets to expand into and more about enhancing scale, efficiency, and customer alignment. "We build upon what we currently do." read more

Four Seasons Fruit Supply is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. "We started as a specialist in citrus, grapes, and exotics, and we continue to focus on these products today," says Medhat Samir. "Our exotic range includes sweet potatoes, avocados, mangoes, limes, ginger, and pomegranates." read more

The Greek onion trade is progressing without significant profit margins. Mr. Yannis Mantzaris, co-owner of the company Agrodiktyo from Thebes, stated: "At present, Ex Works (EXW) prices in Thebes have been fluctuating between €0.38–0.40 per kilo. These prices are considered standard, despite the additional costs of storage. read more

Fern Ridge Fresh, with its base in Hawke's Bay, has been operating for more than 20 years. The company imports apples from various growers across New Zealand, spanning from Gisborne and Hawkes Bay in the North Island to Nelson, Canterbury, and Central Otago in the South Island. The company cultivates and exports typical. read more

Pod koniec jesieni ceny ogórków w Almerii pozostały głównie stabilne, z niewielkim wzrostem o 1% do 1,59 €/kg w tygodniu 7, według danych z Obserwatorium Cen i Rynku Ministerstwa Rolnictwa regionu Andaluzji. Tymczasem ceny ogórków we francji wzrosły o 11%, osiągając 1,27 €/kg. read more

The commercial season for Greek kiwifruit is coming to a close on a positive note. According to Mr. Nikos Tsiakidis, the director of A.S. Episkopis, which specializes in the Hayward variety, "A.S. Episkopis currently has stock levels at 10-15% and they are gradually being depleted. The remaining sizes are... read more

Indian fresh produce exporter Anusaya Fresh has announced a new strategic expansion into commercial asparagus cultivation and export development in South India. The company's CEO, Dinesh Shinde, mentioned that they are witnessing promising initial crop cycles. Anusaya Fresh is currently collaborating with 75 progressive growers in this new venture. read more

Itaueira Frutas invested R$80 million, equivalent to US$15.84 million, in 2025 to resume melon and watermelon production in Ceará after suspending operations in 2016 due to a water crisis. With the restructuring in the state, the company returned to export markets. At the farm acquired read more