Mr. Grigoris Papoutsis, owner of the Greek export company Alfa, points out that the early departure of tourists from Greece, the large shipment of Italian grapes to Eastern Europe, and the competitively priced Turkish grapes as an attractive alternative, are factors that limit the market opportunities for Greek products. read more

JabukaHR, an association of 18 Croatian apple producers, has opened a new logistics and distribution center in Kriz, near Zagreb, worth €26 million (US$28.2 million), as announced by Prime Minister Andrej Plenković. The project received €15 million (US$16.3 million) in funding from the European Union. read more

A prolonged outbreak of Salmonella Strathcona has affected more than 400 people in 17 countries since early 2023, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Between January 2023 and September 2025, 437 confirmed infections were reported. Italy and Germany each have recorded a significant number of cases. read more

Egipt nadal rozwija swoją rolę na kanadyjskim rynku pomarańczy, osiągając nowy rekord eksportu sezonowego, według EastFruit. Między listopadem 2024 a sierpniem 2025 roku egipscy eksporterzy wysłali do Kanady ponad 25 000 ton pomarańczy, generując ponad 20 milionów dolarów przychodu. Oznacza to read more

UK fruit and vegetable growers are seeking government assurances as the Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme approaches its closure on December 31. The uncertainty over a replacement program has prompted concern within the horticultural sector. Sir Bernard Jenkin, MP for Harwich and North Essex, has... read more

The upcoming Egyptian orange season is set to start in early December, pending the official launch date of the export campaign. There is anticipation regarding production volumes, sizes, and a new key factor: the impact of the local processing industry on the availability of fresh fruit volumes. read more

This week, Truong An Food received the final container of New Zealand onions for this season. "This year the quality of New Zealand onions has been stable from early on right up to the end," said Tran Van Chuc, Director of Purchasing, Marketing, and Operations at Truong An Food. read more

The global fresh-produce industry is constantly looking for high-quality, unique vegetables that can help meet supply shortages or introduce new products to the market. "At Qualipac, we are excited to announce our long-term contract production and supply program for Watermelon Radish (Raphanus sativus). read more

KRONEN GmbH in Kehl is a global player in a specialized niche. Founded in 1978, the family-owned company manufactures machines that wash, cut, dry, and package fruit, vegetables, and lettuces. However, CEO Stephan Zillgith emphasizes, "We do not offer standard products. Our strength lies in our customer-centric approach." read more

Import of fresh apples to India is increasing significantly, with the marketing year 2025/26 expected to witness over 50% higher arrivals compared to the previous year, according to Santosh Chauhan of Chauhan EXIM, a Mumbai-based fresh fruit importer-exporter. "This notable rise is leading to a robust, steady read more

The grape season in Brazil is progressing well with promising quality and volume. However, the international market has been affected by external factors that are reshaping export strategies. Renato Alves, the commercial director of Coana, a Brazilian grape exporter, explains that the 2025 season is full of challenges but also opportunities for growth. read more

The yellow kiwi harvest season in Asturias is coming to a close, with forecasts suggesting it will surpass 300 tons. The demand for this variety has been steadily increasing in recent years due to its sweeter flavor and strong acceptance in the market. Around 250 tons of the total yield are from the ten hectares of farmland. read more

Na początku sezonu eksportu cytrusów w 2025 roku logistyka pozostawała głównym problemem dla producentów, z wydajnością portów i dostępnością kontenerów wśród kluczowych wyzwań. W miarę zakończenia sezonu, branża informuje o poprawie przepływu owoców przez porty, zwłaszcza w Durbanie. read more

Z sezonem borówek 2025/26 w toku, struktura eksportu w Peru nadal wykazuje wysokie skupienie i zdefiniowane regionalne przywództwo. Niewielka grupa eksporterów kontroluje większość przesyłek, podczas gdy La Libertad i Lambayeque zachowują dominację w produkcji. Sektor łączy skalę, logistykę. read more

The Indian demand for fruits received a boost in preparation for the Diwali festival, which took place from Monday to Thursday. Iranian exporters took advantage of this demand, especially for apples and kiwifruits, according to Amirhossein Azizi, CEO of the Iranian exporter Bezhit. read more

As Greece's southernmost island prepares for the winter cucumber season, the propagation lines at AGRIS Horticulture are in full swing. From its Crete facility in Ierapetra, the company is producing hundreds of thousands of young plants that will soon fill greenhouses across the region. read more

As the owner of A. Mataw Impex, which exports fresh vegetables, and Chimady NV, specializing in frozen vegetables, he is well versed in the developments within the Surinamese fresh produce industry. Since 2011, he has been involved in export activities, initially by cultivating his own vegetables, but now by sourcing them from other suppliers. read more

In the Middle Ages, mushrooms were considered supernatural due to their astonishing growth rate. One day, there was nothing to see, and the next morning, a fully grown fungus had appeared. "That must be witchcraft!" people thought at the time. Today, we know better. Still, that ability to read more

A Chinese family became popular on the internet after consuming 5.5kg of durian in just 30 minutes outside Chiang Mai International Airport. The fruit, purchased earlier that day, was not allowed to be taken on their return flight due to its strong smell. Instead of wasting the expensive fruit, the family decided to eat it all. read more

India's fruit markets are experiencing a high influx of apples from Jammu & Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh due to a successful harvest. Truckloads of fruit are being delivered to the Batasingaram market daily, meeting the urban demand throughout the country. The arrival of apples from Himachal Pradesh started towards the end of the season. read more