The horticultural company Grinora Fruit, located in the Vinnytsia region of Ukraine, is currently harvesting up to 100 tons of sour cherries per day, mainly from the Kelleris and Lutovka varieties. This information was provided by the company's chief agronomist, Yurii Ovchar, in an article for the magazine. read more

"It's heavy soil by Westland standards, but that has its advantages, especially in weather like this," says lettuce grower Robbin Konsman as he walks through his newest greenhouse on Kapittelland 3 in 's-Gravenzande on a hot Tuesday afternoon. Most of the day's work has already been done. read more

Want to add a fresh flavor to your salad? Try adding crunchy radishes. Their red skin and white flesh provide a colorful contrast that can liven up a summer dish. However, not everyone enjoys the sharp taste of radishes. This is where breeders come in, working on developing milder varieties. read more

Potatoes, one of the world's staple crops, were included in the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) "Dirty Dozen" list for 2025, stirring concern in the potato sector. The EWG annually identifies fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide residues, using data from the USDA's Pesticide Data. read more

The authorities have addressed concerns about misinformation circulating among stakeholders in the horticulture industry regarding Kenyan avocado exports. They clarified that there has been no discussion or proposal to ban the export of fresh avocados. A recent meeting was held on June 25, 2025, focusing on avocado oil. read more

Seed companies presented their newest varieties at the melon and watermelon week in Murcia. They also mentioned that consumers are particularly drawn to varieties that have a good smell and taste, a trend that is becoming more evident in supermarkets. For instance, Galkia, a type of Galia melon, is a prime example. read more

Some Moroccan exporters of fresh produce decided to conclude their watermelon campaign once Spanish watermelons entered the market. Said Aghzou, the CEO of Valyour, was one of them. Aghzou stated: "We stopped our watermelon campaign 20 days ago, after the start of the Spanish campaign." read more

The current Egyptian sweet potato season has faced more challenges compared to the last season, causing delays in some shipments, according to Rayan El Sawy, Chairman of the fresh produce exporter Egyptian Emirati Import & Export: "This sweet potato season was more challenging than previous seasons in Egypt, due to..." read more

Ukrainian producers have begun selling the first batches of open-field cucumbers. Analysts cited by RBC-Ukraine also report that greenhouse supply remains high. In early July, wholesale prices for cucumbers range from 25 to 35 UAH/kg (€0.58–0.82), which is almost at the same level as last year. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation in Peru has reported that the country exported over 100,000 tons of citrus fruits between January and May of this year, which is a 50% increase compared to the same period last year. Mandarins made up 62% of the total volume, followed by Tahiti limes. read more

Westfalia Fruit, a specialist in the avocado industry, has finalized the acquisition of Greenpoint Trading B.V., a Dutch food service company that specializes in avocados and owns the popular Avojoy brand. Greenpoint caters to a diverse customer base within the food service industry. read more

Tornike Latatia, from the Association of Almond and Walnut Growers in Georgia, reports on recent frost impacts on almond yields in Shida Kartli. The frosts have affected orchards, with an anticipated 30-40% reduction in harvest volume. Despite this, forecasts suggest a production of approximately... read more

In the most recent weekly pricing data for bananas, Belize was the sole country among the listed suppliers to exhibit a notable price change. The average price for bananas from Belize decreased to £0.88 per kilogram, compared to the previous week's average of £0.99. This represents a decrease of £0.11, or read more

The fruit and vegetable export industry in Vietnam experienced a significant improvement in June 2025, with total exports reaching almost $810 million. This represented a 31% increase from May and a 20% rise compared to the same period last year. This boost brought the total exports for the first half of the year to $3.1 billion, narrowing the... read more

Bangladesh's vegetable exports have experienced a remarkable recovery, with an increase of over 313% in the fiscal year 2024-25. The Plant Quarantine Centre at Chittagong Seaport reported that sea shipments amounted to 58,766 metric tons, a significant rise from the previous year's 14,202 tons. This resurgence follows years of... read more

Przybycie letnich owoców do Maroka przysłania importowane owoce, ale pewne produkty nadal cieszą się dużym popytem. Mohammed Kadri z Del Monte Morocco, importer owoców, dzieli się swoimi spostrzeżeniami na temat rynku. Kadri mówi: "Importujemy owoce przez cały rok, a dynamika rynku i" read more

The blueberry industry is experiencing steady growth worldwide. Peru has established itself as a top exporter, but other emerging players like China, the United States, and Chile are also making significant progress. Additionally, Zimbabwe from Africa has emerged as a promising alternative and is gaining momentum in the market. read more

Vietnam's mango industry has achieved a major milestone as Tien Giang province exported its first batch of green-skinned "tuong" (elephant) mangoes to the United States. This signals an increasing recognition of Vietnamese specialty fruits, especially those from the Mekong Delta region. Tien Giang... read more

The Karmen field scale, produced in Italy by Rescina Service, a company located in Noicattaro (Bari), is a lightweight and convenient solution for packaging fruits and vegetables directly in the field. This scale is specifically designed for weighing fruit crates, especially table grapes, on-site. read more

This year's strawberry season started off well, but it is currently facing challenges due to the hot weather. The high temperatures are making the strawberries more fragile and causing consumers to switch to other summer fruits. Despite these difficulties, sales are still good. read more