Morocco has increased its imports of shelled almonds from the USA, with over 35,000 tons imported in the first 11 months of 2024, valued at $174.5 million. This marks an 18% increase from 2023, setting a new record in import volume, according to EastFruit. Since 2017, Morocco has shown a trend of increasing almond imports. read more

"Five years ago, we were already questioning when the growth would plateau. However, it continues to rise, and I believe that in another five years, it will still be expanding," says Anton Filippo, from the Dutch logistics service provider LBP, regarding the continuous increase in blueberry sales. The market has undergone significant changes. read more

Po udanym sezonie egipskich pomarańczy navel, teraz skupiamy się na pomarańczach z Walencji - mówi Rayan El Sawy, przewodniczący egipskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Egyptian Emirati Import & Export: "Od naszej ostatniej aktualizacji, przeżyliśmy bardzo udany sezon cytrusowy. Rozpoczęliśmy od pomarańczy navel, osiągając wzrost w obu... read more

In December, heavy rain persisted in central areas of South Africa, causing a shortage of fresh produce in the market. Initially, leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, and herbs were affected, but now the shortage has spread to all types of produce, according to André Dippenaar from DW Fresh at the Tshwane municipal market. read more

"We are pleased to announce that Unique Packing, a Moroccan producer of various fruits and vegetables, has become the first Moroccan company to receive the Linking Environment And Farming certification. This certification adds to our portfolio of certifications that demonstrate our dedication to high-quality production." read more

Fruit Logistica will be held from Wednesday, February 5th to Friday, February 7th in Berlin. FreshPlaza and Primeur have partnered to release a 158-page trade show magazine. This edition is truly international, featuring comprehensive articles from the global fresh produce industry. read more

The Moroccan pavilion at Fruit Logistica is ready to welcome visitors at Hall 22, with 33 exhibitors showcasing the most sought-after fresh produce from the "kingdom of taste." Elmehdi Elalami, Director of Promotion and Development at Morocco Foodex, extends his invitation to meet Moroccan fresh products. read more

As the Chilean cherry industry anxiously awaits the delayed arrival of the vessel Maersk Saltaro, carrying over 1,300 containers of cherries bound for China early next month, the industry association Frutas de Chile has acknowledged that "it's a very complicated situation." They will wait until the end of the season to assess the total impact. read more

The UK government is being encouraged by MPs from the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Science and Technology in Agriculture (APPGSTA) to adopt a strategy to increase domestic food production by 30% by 2050. The UK, with its favorable climate and advanced agricultural science, is well placed to achieve this goal. read more

The Harvard Business School has published one of its renowned case studies on Equifruit, a pioneering importer and marketer of Fairtrade bananas in the North American market. Co-owners Jennie Coleman (President) and Kim Chackal (VP, Sales & Marketing) were present at Dartmouth College. read more

"Now that the Christmas holidays are over, the season of the highly sought-after red oranges has begun as scheduled. In this region, the Moro and Tarocco varieties of the Nucellare, Gallo, and Lempso cultivars are especially popular," says Giovanni Scavo, sales manager of the Sicilian company Il. read more

Mushroom cultivation in Spain is facing growing challenges, with the sector experiencing rising costs in recent years. Factors contributing to this include significant increases in straw prices for compost, the spread of pests and diseases with fewer effective treatments to combat them due to common European policies, and significant. read more

Five garlic workers were struck by lightning at the El Chacay farm in Malargüe on Monday afternoon. The electrical discharge struck the harvesters after they took shelter from a thunderstorm under a tree. The five workers suffered burns to their backs, legs, and faces. One was knocked
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Znana z kupowania, rozwijania i sprzedaży technologii do sortowania owoców i warzyw firma Fruit Graders zaczęła również produkować własnego robota do napełniania z systemem kamery. „Rynek o to prosił” - mówi menedżer Leonardo Bigoni - „dlatego postanowiliśmy zacząć go produkować. Będziemy...” read more

On 1 February 2025, Alexander Stein (51) will assume the role of project manager at Fruit Logistica. He will be taking over from Kai Mangelberger (45), who has been leading the trade fair for the global fruit industry since 2021. Fruit Logistica is pleased to announce Alexander Stein as its new director starting from 1 February 2025. read more

The Italian company Top Contro is conducting extensive research to reduce waste and enhance productivity with its new equipment, which will be showcased at Fruit Logistica. According to a company press release, "Overfilling and overpacking can diminish packaging profit margins." read more

The Irish Farmers' Association (IFA) reports potential shortages in fruits and vegetables due to the impact of Storm Éowyn. The storm has damaged tunnels and glasshouses, which are crucial for the cultivation of young plants this season. The IFA is calling for government support to prevent empty shelves. Niall McCormack, read more

In 2024, the Colombian avocado sector faced significant challenges. "During the peak season when we were planning to concentrate on the European market, we encountered difficulties starting in week 42 due to oversupply of fruit in Europe. This led to a sharp decline in prices, and concurrently, the. read more

A recall has been issued for the D. Effe T. brand Lemon Delight and Tartlet with Forest Fruits in Canada due to potential Salmonella contamination, impacting products distributed in Ontario. The recall covers all best-before dates up to and including December 11, 2025. The affected Lemon Delight... read more

Interko, which specializes in designing, manufacturing, and installing fresh fruit ripening rooms, has recently undergone strategic restructuring to focus on its expertise in ripening. Last year, the company closed its on-site sheet metal production facility and hired more skilled personnel. read more