The vegetable industry in Australia is currently experiencing a crisis, with one-third of growers contemplating leaving the sector in the next year due to increasing production costs and low profitability. Many others have expressed their intention to exit if they were offered a reasonable price for their farm, leading to significant concerns about the future of the industry. read more

"The logistics crisis in the Red Sea has been one of the biggest recent challenges, as banana shipments had to be redirected through southern Africa, raising transport costs. Initially, freight rates rose by as much as $3,000 per container. Now they have stabilized, but we still expect them to read more

With the Chinese Lantern Festival approaching this Wednesday, many seasonal fruit traders have noticed an increase in sales. The festival has led to a surge in the market, causing prices for certain fruits like cherries and nectarines to rise due to limited supply. read more

Chinese exhibitors at Fruit Logistica continued to be a prominent presence at the exhibition, mainly showcasing export companies specializing in agricultural products like ginger, garlic, and honey pomelo. Their participation outnumbered that of exhibitors from other countries. However, some exhibitors pointed out that the Chinese... read more

Los pimientos españoles dominaron el mercado alemán, acompañados por importaciones turcas y, localmente, importaciones más pequeñas de Marruecos. Según la Oficina Federal de Agricultura y Alimentación (BLE), el negocio fue irregular y los precios se desarrollaron en consecuencia. Mientras que las ventas de productos españoles se estancaron en Hamburgo a mitad de semana, luego repuntaron nuevamente después de envíos más cautelosos. read more

In Ireland, Kerry-based vegetable grower Paudie Hanafin is facing significant challenges in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. Hanafin is emphasizing the necessity of government assistance for fruit and vegetable growers in the area. The storm, along with rising costs, has created difficulties for the industry. read more

Australijski producent opakowań Detpak niedawno po raz pierwszy wystawił swoje produkty na targach Fruit Logistica, otrzymując przytłaczająco pozytywne opinie od odwiedzających stoisko. "Pojechaliśmy do Berlina, aby wzmocnić nasze kontakty na rynku europejskim i spotkaliśmy się z ogromnym zainteresowaniem naszymi opakowaniami z włókien." read more

Nine years after winning the award for best innovation at Fruit Logistica with its patented opening system for coconuts for drinking, World's Coconut Trading, also known as Genuine Coconut, has once again participated in the fair in Berlin with one of Spain's most exotic product ranges. read more

Winter weather has caused a decrease in Cretan cucumber production, but there is a place where the cold cannot reach and the harvest remains abundant. This place is Psari Forada, situated on the southern coastline of Crete and shielded from the northern winds that could affect yields. Mr. Thodoris Agapoulakis,… read more

In 2024, Taiwan continued to be a crucial market for U.S. agricultural exports, with total trade amounting to $3.8 billion, a 2% rise from the previous year. Fresh fruit exports were particularly influential in driving this growth, positioning Taiwan as the fourth-largest market for U.S. fresh fruit. This category experienced a 16% read more

North Ossetia-Alania is exploring agricultural cooperation with Belarus, with a focus on cultivating vegetables and fruits. Sergei Menyailo emphasizes that North Ossetia is home to Russia's largest asparagus farm, a crop that was previously uncommon in Russian agriculture. Additionally, the region is also revitalizing its apple orchards. read more

The ginger industry in Peru had another challenging season, according to Marco Salas Cueva, general manager and partner of Jalhuca Amazonia. "It has been a difficult season for several years now, with limited supplies of raw materials and a market that has shown atypical responses," he said. read more

The campaign promoting strawberries has just begun at Op Primo Sole in Montescaglioso (MT). "We can confirm the excellent quality of the fruit and the increased demand this week due to Valentine's Day, which is always a significant occasion for consumption, especially of strawberries," says. read more

"Rzeczy rozwijają się szybko," mówi René van den Berg, współwłaściciel Abstract IT. Ta holenderska firma zajmująca się oprogramowaniem skupia się na rozwiązaniach niestandardowych dla różnych sektorów, takich jak świeże produkty, i jest kluczowa dla zwiększania robotyzacji. Przykładem jest FruitMasters, gdzie Abstract IT jest zaangażowane w automatyzację ich. read more

Strawberries, especially those from Basilicata, Italy's main specialized growing region, are attracting exceptional interest. Operators have confirmed a strong demand from all sales channels. Giovanni Passarelli (pictured above), owner of the firm of the same name in Scanzano Jonico (Matera), is one of the key figures in this industry. read more

In a display reminiscent of Maurizio Cattelan's 'Comedian,' bananas have been taped around Sonning, Berkshire. This imitation follows the sale of the original artwork for $6.2 million at a New York auction. The initiative is attributed to artist Impro, known for using Sonning as a canvas for his... read more

The World Processing Tomato Council (WPTC) has released its global forecast for processing tomatoes in 2025, estimating global production at 40.5 million metric tonnes (mt), an 11.5% decline from 2024. WPTC member countries account for 92% of this volume. The Northern Hemisphere is projected to... read more

The avocado sector in Spain's Malaga and Granada provinces is facing a new challenge with the detection of the Euwallacea fornicatus, also known as the ambrosia beetle. First identified in Motril in 2023, this insect has been declared a pest by the agriculture department of the Junta de Andalucía. read more

The Chilean company Greenvic has been producing and exporting kiwis to key markets such as Europe, Latin America, and the Far East for over 25 years. "This year we face significant challenges due to frost affecting some areas in the seventh region, impacting several of our orchards." read more

Popyt na kanadyjską organiczną sałatę znacząco wzrósł w ciągu ostatniego tygodnia. "Sprzedaż rośnie bardzo szybko z powodu sytuacji z cłami USA. Kanadyjscy konsumenci zdecydowanie zwracają uwagę na to, że umieszczamy kanadyjską flagę na naszym produkcie – zaczęliśmy to robić na początku ubiegłego tygodnia." read more