Global onion markets are currently stable, but with a cautious tone. There is sufficient supply in many regions, steady retail demand, and some price pressure in specific markets. Trade dynamics are being influenced by quality issues, changing export patterns, and seasonal shifts in key producing areas. Italy has reported... read more

Fruit growers in the Biała Rawska region of Poland are facing serious concerns after prolonged frosts below -20°C swept through the country. Such extreme winter conditions have not been seen in the region for 12-14 years. Local orchardists report significant losses due to the low temperatures. read more

Morocco became the largest avocado exporter in Africa in 2025, surpassing Kenya as shipments from East Africa decreased. According to initial data from the FAO Tropical Fruits Market Review, total African avocado exports increased by 16.7% in 2025 to approximately 430,000 tons, with growth mainly driven by North Africa. read more

The demand for shallots is good and the market is stable. "We have likely just received our final shipment from Nevada," says Ian Zimmerman of Maurice A. Auerbach, Inc. "In addition to U.S. shallots, we have also been importing products from the Brittany region in France." read more

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, traditionally a time when the demand for strawberries skyrockets. However, due to severe weather in Spain and Portugal, prices for Belgian and Dutch strawberries are also rapidly increasing. "We always observe a significant price surge, but the inconsistent quality from read more

Naukowcy z Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station w Stanach Zjednoczonych testują system oparty na dronach, który ma na celu zmierzenie gęstości kwiatów w programach hodowli jeżyn. Dla hodowców białe i różowe kwiaty są wskaźnikiem produktywności, ale ręczne liczenie jest czasochłonne i może prowadzić do read more

The plantation operator Sipef, based in Schoten, Antwerp, achieved record financial results last year, driven by strong performance in its established plantations and advantageous sales prices. The company has a global presence, operating in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Ivory Coast. read more

The suspense is over: the first South African stonefruit have arrived in China, with Delecta opening the field with late cultivar yellow and white flesh nectarines. "When we got word that the final approval had been signed and South Africa could now officially send stonefruit to China, we made read more

Nowa sezon marketingowy dla orzechów włoskich z Kalifornii rozpoczął się pozytywnie, z większym zbiorami niż początkowo zakładano i lepszymi wynikami niż w ubiegłym roku, jak twierdzi Jens Borchert z PALM Nuts & More. "Zbiory są większe niż pierwotnie szacowano i dlatego lepsze niż w zeszłym roku." read more

Riversun. "Therefore, consumers can expect a shift in the supply of citrus fruits from the Northern Hemisphere to the Southern Hemisphere soon." read more

Tomato growers in the Netherlands produce 80-100 kg of large vine tomatoes per square meter. After harvesting, an intensive packaging and quality control process takes place. At Schenkeveld, this process is increasingly being carried out using AI-driven quality control, with the GearStation from a technology company. read more

The demand for ENVY™ apples is growing in various Asian markets in anticipation of the Lunar New Year and Tết celebrations. Forecasted volumes for the 2026 trading period are exceeding the levels seen in 2025 in countries like China, Vietnam, and Thailand. In China, the projected volumes for 2026 are expected to be 27% higher than the previous year. read more

KANZI® has recently introduced a new consumer engagement strategy in multiple European markets, connecting its brand campaign with music involvement. This initiative comes after the release of refreshed packaging and the Power To Go campaign platform. The apple brand is rolling out this activation in light of consistent read more

Gijs Hoogendoorn was attracted to Portugal in 1999 due to the optimal climate for fruit production. Currently, he cultivates berries throughout the year in tunnels covering approximately 25 hectares in Odemira. Despite encountering sporadic heavy rainfall in the past few years, he had never encountered such extreme conditions before. "It has been an... read more

Cucumber prices are currently reaching record highs. Severe weather in southern Spain has almost completely halted supply from the country, leaving Belgian and Dutch traders facing an exceptional market situation. "Cucumber prices are reaching extremely high levels, the likes of which read more

Po trzech tygodniach powodzi na północy Maroka plantatorzy miękkich owoców przygotowują się do powrotu na swoje gospodarstwa, aby ocenić szkody i przeprowadzić niezbędne naprawy, chociaż dla wielu z nich sezon już się skończył. Według Amine'a Bennaniego, prezesa Marokańskiego Stowarzyszenia Sadowników. read more

Morocco achieved its highest lemon export volumes in five seasons in 2024/25, reversing a four-year decline trend, as reported by EastFruit. Between November 2024 and October 2025, the country exported 9,700 tons of lemons, worth over US$5 million. This marks an 80% increase. read more

Longan, lychee, and rambutan are all members of the soapberry family, tropical fruits that have a similar, translucent, grape-like flesh. "For many years, we've been offering lychee from Mexico and rambutan from Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras," says Jose Roggiero with Freshway Produce. read more

The supply of strawberries is starting to increase again in Florida. "We have experienced a 50 percent decrease in production over the past few weeks due to the freeze, but as the weather starts to improve and get warmer, we anticipate production to start picking up towards the end of the. read more

To close a gap in the market, a breeding idea was developed and is now rapidly becoming a retail success. Pop Its, the extra-small snack cucumbers created by Mastronardi Produce in partnership with seed company Harmoniz, are quickly selling out in their initial markets and are now preparing for broader distribution. read more