With locations in Melderslo (Netherlands) and Borgo Grappa (Italy), Ortolanda is able to provide radishes from both countries to the European market. The supply of radishes in both countries is increasing steadily. Monique Peeters-Cornelissen commutes weekly between the two locations. read more

Renaissance Food Group. The two East Coast apple varieties, SnapDragon and RubyFrost, are experiencing a surge in sales this season. "One of our major retailers indicated that sales of SnapDragon bags have increased by 31% compared to last year, almost three times the growth rate of bagged apple sales in general," stated Jessica Wells, Executive Director of Renaissance Food Group. read more

Bolthouse Fresh Foods™ has been recognized as one of Fast Company's 2025 Most Innovative Companies, securing a spot in the top 10. This acknowledgment showcases the company's dedication to revolutionizing the fresh produce sector through groundbreaking packaging, innovative products, and digital interaction. read more

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program, which offered extra snacks to New York City students, has been suspended for the rest of the 2024-2025 school year. A notification from the city's Department of Education informed parents of Brooklyn Elementary School about this decision, attributing it to funding issues. read more

The potato industry is introducing the SaniCoup sanitary approval. This new system is designed to organize and enhance the process of cutting plants (in full growth) in order to minimize the risks of spreading quarantine organisms. It also allows growers to receive compensation in case of any issues. read more

Pod koniec tego roku firma Kruiden Claus, jedna z największych herbaciarni w Belgii, obchodzi swoje 125-lecie. Firma oferuje setki rodzajów ziół i dostarcza je do centrów ogrodniczych oraz sektora gastronomicznego w Belgii, Holandii i Francji, włączając w to restauracje z gwiazdkami Michelin. read more

The onion market is currently facing challenges in getting active. "We're all a bit stuck. Market prices are slowly approaching the €20 mark. However, farmers are occupied in the fields and are not willing to sell their onions due to lack of time, while bale prices are decreasing," notes Wouter van. read more

Andrew Dunstan, the director of Southern Cross Horticulture in Tauranga, has stated that the kiwifruit sector is expected to remain stable, with a solid and reliable decade ahead if execution is done well. The demand for kiwifruit at favorable prices is increasing, requiring efforts to meet this growing demand. read more

The Peruvian ginger sector is facing challenges related to quality issues upon arrival, high certification costs, and stricter phytosanitary controls in both the fields and packing plants. Moreover, yields are currently below average. Consequently, the exports have decreased in the 2024 season. read more

Produkcja papryki w szklarni rozpoczęła się wcześnie w tym sezonie w Ontario, Kanada. "Rozpoczynając sezon papryki w Kanadzie, jesteśmy podekscytowani dostępnością nowych ilości, które będą wspierać nasz program papryki przez cały rok" - mówi Chris Veillon, Wiceprezes ds. Marketingu w Topline. read more

Aartsen, a family business in the fruit and vegetable industry, is making a significant move towards a sustainable future. Shareholders Menno van Breemen (CCO) and Jasper van der Sandt (COO) have increased their ownership in the company, demonstrating their long-term dedication. Jack Aartsen read more

British Berry Growers (BBG), the industry association representing 95 percent of British berries sold in the UK, has raised significant concerns regarding Defra's decision to terminate the Producer Organisations (PO) scheme. Nick Marston, the chairman of British Berry Growers, stated: "POs have played a crucial role in promoting collaboration read more

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