The tariffs imposed by Trump will not have a major impact on fruit and vegetable exports from Turkey to the United States, as these exports are minimal. However, Yigit Gokyigit from Alanar believes that the current political situation could create opportunities for exports to Canada. read more

Spade consumption has dropped worryingly in Europe, especially among younger consumers, while mandarin consumption is only slightly down, and lemon consumption is holding steady. How could this situation be reversed? This was one of the most talked about topics in the recent Fruitnet Citrus. read more

Growers and shippers are preparing to switch lettuce supply from one region to another. Fresh Avenue will make the transition during the weekend of April 12th. "The plantings in Salinas, California were done on schedule. Some years, weather conditions such as rain can disrupt the planting cycle, but this time everything went smoothly." read more

Braving the thunder, Hans Meiring has sat under nets during hailstorms to see its reaction to the pelting stones and its accumulating weight: he consults in the fruit and vegetable industries in the central Highveld, a high-altitude area at high risk of hail, battering the hard structure. read more

Preparations for PotatoEurope 2025 are progressing steadily. In early April, demonstration fields were planted under favorable conditions at the Open Crops site of Wageningen University & Research (WUR) in Lelystad. Jacob de Jong, farm manager of the WUR business unit, oversees the 25 hectares of... read more

With trade windows becoming shorter, tariffs becoming more restrictive, and increased competition from global rivals, the mango and grape export market is facing a critical juncture where each logistical choice can determine the outcome between success and failure. Grand Valle, a company based in San read more

The production and export of fresh pineapples are currently experiencing a period of adjustment due to shortages and logistical challenges that are affecting the sector's operations. Additionally, there is increased competition from the juice industry, which is adding pressure to the situation. read more

Banana producers worldwide are facing growing challenges due to climate change, which highlights the need for more resilient crops. However, since bananas do not have seeds, traditional plant breeding techniques cannot be applied to enhance their genetics. In response to this, a research team at KU Leuven has... read more

Anuga, the world's largest trade and market platform for the global food and beverage industry, has announced Korea as the official partner country for the 2025 event. The Korean Food Industry Association (KFIA) is the event partner. With a consistently expanding export strategy, Korea is a significant player. read more

During the Perishable Logistics Africa 2025 conference in Nairobi, Kakuzi PLC's Managing Director, Chris Flowers, emphasized the importance of Kenya's avocado sector diversifying its exports beyond Europe and targeting North America. Flowers highlighted the need for both public and private stakeholders to explore this opportunity. read more

"Mniejsza jest podaż ziemniaków z Idaho w porównaniu do ubiegłego roku o tej porze. „To dość znacząca różnica w stosunku do ubiegłego roku” - mówi Ryan Wahlen z Pleasant Valley Potato. „Zostało posadzonych mniej akrów, a plony w ubiegłym roku były również dość dobre. Plony w tym sezonie były niższe.” read more

CubeCold, a cold storage and logistics company based in Europe, has announced the appointment of three key executives as part of its ongoing growth and transformation. Dave Moore will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Elizabeth (Liz) Gildea as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and [third executive's name missing]. read more

The Greenery, in partnership with supplier Core Fruit, has introduced the new avocado season from South Africa under the ZZ2 brand. The initial shipments of the Maluma Hass and Fuerte varieties from the renowned South African brand ZZ2 are reported to be of excellent quality. read more

The Moroccan avocado campaign has experienced a decrease in exports since last December. Due to dissatisfaction with prices, many growers chose to leave the fruit on the trees. Consequently, in January 2025, half of the country's avocado production remained unharvested. Harvests have now picked up pace, but read more

Ceny jabłek w Chinach rosną z powodu niskiego stanu magazynowego i zwiększonego popytu na rynku przed świętem Qingming. "Po chińskim Nowym Roku, okres szczytowy dla handlowców kupujących jabłka nastał pół miesiąca wcześniej niż w poprzednich latach. Wiele handlowców udało się bezpośrednio do obszarów produkcyjnych. read more

Il Visone Transforms Grape Storage and Sustainability with Tosca's Reusable Crate Solutions

Il Visone, a major company in the Agricoper Italian group specializing in growing and supplying fresh grapes, has teamed up with Tosca to tackle their operational challenges and ensure the sustainability of their grape storage. read more

The Verna lemon harvest has begun in Spain with an estimated yield of over 300,000 tons, sufficient to meet market demand until June, as reported by the Ailimpo trade association. This lemon variety is cultivated exclusively in Spain, mainly in Murcia, where it is native to the Vega del. read more

Sezon greckich wiśni zbliża się, a ogólnie oczekuje się, że produkcja będzie niższa w tym roku - mówi Apostolos Tsinoglou, właściciel greckiego eksportera owoców Europe Export. "Mimo niższej produkcji wiśni w tym roku, jako firma liczymy na większe ilości w naszej ofercie. read more

Ghanaian growers have the potential to establish a reputation for themselves in various fresh produce sectors, not just limited to popular products like pineapples. This is stated by Eding Alexander Paddy, CEO of ADEAF Crystal Entreprise, who also mentions, "In chilies and habaneros, for instance, we have the ability to excel." read more

Earthbound Farm is introducing three new organic salad kits, each featuring dressings made with 100 percent organic avocado oil. These new additions enhance the company's current lineup, offering more fresh, flavorful, and nutritious options in the salad category. As consumers continue to prioritize healthier choices, these new options provide a delicious and wholesome alternative. read more