The Spanish berry specialist El Pinar is advancing its growth strategy in the fresh fruit business by integrating Kyriazis Strawberries, a strawberry producer in Greece. This strategic move allows for the development of a strong Greek fruit offering targeted at both the domestic market and, primarily, at. read more

The abnormally warm temperatures have caused cauliflower production in Brittany to triple. However, the lack of wintry weather has not boosted consumption, leading to falling prices. Supermarkets have issued an alert about the overproduction of cauliflower and are encouraging consumers to purchase French cauliflower. read more

In the Silifke district of Mersin, Turkey, the early mulberry harvest has started, and there is a high demand for this product, which is grown completely naturally without the use of pesticides. 70% of the mulberries are being exported to Dubai, Qatar, and Iraq; however, growers are facing challenges. read more

In 2016, at the age of 24, Yamir Ramos founded Joya Fruits, a company that focuses on exporting 230 containers of mangoes in the 2025/2026 season. The company also regularly exports avocados and other products from Peru's agro-export sector. Currently, Ramos leads a team of 11 young professionals, with a strong emphasis on quality. read more

The New Zealand machine manufacturer CR Automation collaborates closely with the fruit industry to create solutions that guarantee fruits meet export standards. One of the solutions developed to address the issue of pest contamination, which was affecting exports to important markets, is a high-pressure fruit washer. read more

The rząd Wielkiej Brytanii potwierdził, że Program Producentów Owoców i Warzyw nie zostanie przedłużony poza 31 grudnia 2025 roku, po pytaniu skierowanym do Ministerstwa Środowiska, Żywności i Wsi (Defra). W pisemnej odpowiedzi z 10 grudnia 2025 roku minister Defra Angela Eagle wyjaśniła, że... read more

The French Apple Pear Association (ANPP) is denouncing cases of fraud involving foreign pears being sold as French after two cases were discovered in the Ile-de-France region. The pears in question are from Belgium and possibly the Netherlands. The discovery was made following a series of tips received by ANPP around the 6th. read more

Po 20 latach współpracy, Quik's Quality Potatoes i OptiServe postanowili pójść o krok dalej. Trzeci sorter Xcalibur, będący częścią nowej linii produkcyjnej specjalności ziemniaczanych, został niedawno zainstalowany w fabryce Quik's w Holandii. Ta firma rodzinna może teraz rozszerzyć swoją. read more

Carrefour BuyBye is expanding rapidly in Belgium with the launch of the Reckon.ai microstore. This second AI-powered microstore is a result of a partnership between Carrefour and the Accor Group. Arnaud Lesne, Director of Innovation & Partnerships at Carrefour, announced the news in a LinkedIn post. read more

The apple growers in the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture are facing growing challenges due to the impact of climate change. The early-season apple varieties, which are typically harvested in September, are becoming less suitable for the increasing temperatures. This can lead to damage to the fruit, such as discoloration or sunburn on the skin. read more

Niezwykłe warunki wzrostu w kluczowych regionach uprawy ananasów spowodowały niższe niż zwykle ilości ananasów, wpływając na dostępność na głównych rynkach na całym świecie. Costa Rica, Panama i Ekwador to trzy z najbardziej produktywnych oraz niezawodnych regionów uprawy ananasów na świecie. read more

The blueberry season in Morocco is beginning, but the growing conditions have been somewhat variable this season. While certain areas had favorable early weather, others faced challenges. These challenges were mainly due to temperature fluctuations and water management. read more

Podczas niedawnej wizyty w Indiach, Global Plant Genetics Ltd zauważyło na własne oczy, jak szybko rozwija się zainteresowanie komercyjną produkcją borówek. Mimo że Indie pozostają bardzo małym producentem na światowej scenie, dla GPG jest jasne, że potencjał długoterminowy tego kraju jest wyjątkowy. Z read more

Według danych Comex Stat/MDIC przeanalizowanych przez Cepea, eksport soku pomarańczowego z Brazylii wykazywał przeciwstawne tendencje w ciągu pierwszych pięciu miesięcy sezonu 2025/26 (lipiec-listopad 2025 roku). Eksport do Stanów Zjednoczonych wyniósł 162,8 tysiąca ton w równoważniku skoncentrowanym mrożonym (66° Brix), wzrósł. read more

W swojej walce o przyciągnięcie nowych konsumentów sektor francuskich cykorii postanowił dotrzeć do najmłodszych. Stowarzyszenie Producentów Cykorii we Francji (APEF) właśnie wprowadziło zestaw edukacyjny dla szkół, mający na celu zapoznanie dzieci z cykoriami i ich produkcją. Pierre Varlet, read more

WA Farm Direct has officially introduced Australia's top-quality Ondine® Flat Peaches and Flat Nectarines to the Chinese market. This marks a major achievement for the rapidly expanding flat stone fruit variety and its Australian producers. Sweet, fragrant, and consistently high in eating quality, Ondine. read more

Farmers in Kenya are now targeting a new export market after successfully shipping the first batch of apple mangoes to the United Kingdom. This achievement marks a significant milestone for the country's fresh produce sector. The consignment was officially dispatched on Saturday, December. read more

Avocado cultivation in India is rapidly gaining momentum, and the industry is expected to transition from scattered plantations to organized commercial production in the next 5-10 years, according to Narendra Mohan from Bihar's Department of Agriculture. "India is one of the fastest-growing avocado markets globally, and read more

In the lead-up to the holiday season, the tomato market is quite dynamic, characterized by tight supply and stable prices. Despite the scarcity of certain origins, limited import volumes, and ongoing demand for festive meals, French tomatoes manage to maintain their position. Guilhem Flammen, director of read more

As plant health risks continue to reshape global horticulture, introducing Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV)-resistant varieties is a major step forward for growers. This December, Hazera officially introduces its latest ToBRFV IR tomato varieties to Southeast Europe, delivering the read more