The South African table grape industry is now operating with more foresight than ever before, thanks to a prescriptive logistics model. They are now able to run scenarios up to eight weeks in advance to determine the most optimal logistics solutions. Although the 2024/25 season started slightly later, read more

Jak jest powszechnie znane, w zeszłym późnym lecie w Altes Land zebrano mniejsze plony w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. "Całkowity plon był około 20-25 procent poniżej poziomu poprzedniego roku. Ponieważ mieliśmy stosunkowo obfite zbiory w sezonie 23/24, sklasyfikowałbym tegoroczny" read more

A bridge in Ireland has been completely covered with tomatoes. Initially, a few tomatoes got stuck to the stonework due to the recent freezing conditions. However, as news spread, people began adding their own tomatoes. The bridge has now become one of Dublin's most popular tourist attractions after going viral. read more

The grape season in India is about to start and the expectations are quite positive, according to Vijay Ingle from the Indian grape exporter Greenfield Agriclinic. He mentions, "Our grape season usually begins in January every year, although sometimes it starts in February due to climate change affecting the weather...". read more

Anecoop is launching its new project Red Bouquet, a brand for red oranges featuring a selection of new varieties and notably reintroducing those traditionally grown in Valencia. With the increasing demand for red oranges, the company aims to expand in the domestic market, as well as... read more

Brazil, the world's top producer and exporter of orange juice, experienced a 19.7% decline in its orange juice exports in the first half of the 2024/25 crop year compared to the same period in the previous season, as reported by CitrusBR, an organization representing citrus juice exporters in the country. read more

Provisur, producent przemysłowego sprzętu do przetwarzania żywności z siedzibą w Chicago, Illinois, zaprezentuje różnorodne maszyny na targach Fruit Logistica 2025. Stoisko Provisur będzie prezentować modułowe systemy produkcyjne do wyrobu kompotów, musów i soków owocowych, w tym sprzęt takich jak STS, Barracuda. read more

The Chilean cherry industry has faced difficulties in the market recently due to an excess in production leading to a surplus in the Chinese market, which has impacted prices. This issue arises as the Chinese New Year approaches on January 29, a time known for higher fruit consumption. read more

The Asociación Española de Tropicales (The Spanish Association of Tropical Fruit Producers - AET), which has more than 500 members, has forecasted that the country will produce more than 70,000 tons of avocados in the 2024/25 season that began last December. According to the association, despite still read more

Ecuador is expanding its presence in international markets as a supplier of non-traditional fruits, most recently by exporting blueberries to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates. Nobis Fruit Company, the company leading this initiative, has projected that its monthly income from blueberry exports read more

A new update to the European tomato dashboard, maintained by the European Commission, shows that prices have mostly decreased in December. However, there are exceptions with loose tomatoes in the Netherlands being 22% higher than in November, and vine tomatoes in France showing a 45% price increase. read more

The upcoming International Blueberry Conference 2025 will gather industry experts, growers, and researchers to discuss the latest developments in blueberry production and market trends. With a growing demand for top-quality blueberries, especially in international markets, the conference will address various aspects of the industry. read more

Rząd białoruski przedłużył licencjonowanie eksportu jabłek, kapusty i cebuli, które zostało wprowadzone jesienią. Dodatkowo, eksport dwóch kolejnych warzyw - marchwi i buraków stołowych - będzie ograniczony przez najbliższe trzy miesiące. Zgodnie z dekretem opublikowanym 16 stycznia. read more

Blueberries grown in Guangdong, China, are gaining a competitive advantage in terms of freshness and reduced transportation costs because of their proximity to major sales destinations. The planting area is continuously expanding. The Guangzhou Deyu Blueberry Base, situated in the Huadu production area of Guangdong, is leading this trend. read more

An Australian mango producer is expanding its production by introducing new varieties aimed at offering consumers more enjoyable mango-eating experiences and flavors. In 2022, Manbulloo added three varieties – Yes!, Now!, and AhHa! – to its Project Flavour range. The harvesting of the Rosa variety is also part of their operations. read more

UK: Ocado Retail's CEO says the company's relationship with M&S is strong

The CEO of British online supermarket Ocado Retail has stated that the company's relationship with shareholder Marks & Spencer is strong. "We are working really strongly with M&S and have continued to do so over the course of the last year," said the Ocado Retail CEO. read more

In the Kherson region, an increase in the cultivation area for watermelons and melons is expected, with the aim of achieving a one-and-a-half to two-fold increase. Dmytro Yunusov, Director of the Agriculture Department of the Kherson Regional State Administration, stated this in a conversation with "IPC-South". read more

Planasa, a company specializing in plant variety research and nursery operations within the berry sector, has announced the appointment of Hans Liekens as the global head of innovation. Liekens brings 30 years of experience in the FMCG and agriculture industries, having held senior roles at. read more

Global ingredients supplier Ofi has released its most recent sustainability report for its nuts business, highlighting progress in agricultural technology and sustainability practices throughout its operations. The 2023 'Nut Trails' impact report features initiatives in almond, cashew, and other nuts. read more

"The first part of the grape season in India has been a bit slow, but the pace is expected to pick up soon," says Amit Kalya, managing director of Kalya Exports, an Indian grape exporter. "The Indian grape season is starting a bit slower than usual, but our regular season should begin in February." read more