The first pallets of Calinda strawberries arrived at Special Fruit last week, marking the traditional start of the premium variety's season at the Belgian importer with the beginning of the new year. "It looks very promising so far. The quality is excellent, and we are already noticing a market read more

The first part of the clementine season has come to an end, and there is now beginning to be some supply of Sandos to ensure continuity in markets that are seeking sweet and juicy varieties. The reduced supply of clementines and mandarins in the second part of the season indicates that prices are likely to remain stable. read more

The first shipment of Polish apples, chosen as the official fruit for the Polish presidency of the Council of the EU, was sent to Brussels on Wednesday from the Grójec orchards. These apples come from the Grójec region, renowned as 'the largest orchard in Europe'. read more

The astronauts aboard China's Shenzhou 19 spacecraft are currently conducting a pioneering experiment on the Tiangong space station. They are studying 15 adult fruit flies and 40 pupae to investigate the impact of microgravity and sub-magnetic fields on the insects' behavior, growth, and biological rhythms. read more

Consumers can fill biodegradable cups in three different sizes from a three-kilo capacity cooler box on their own without touching the fruit. This hygienic and cost-effective solution is specially designed for large, firm Sekoya blueberries. The machine is easily and read more

Fieldstone, a family-operated company in Poland, is entering the upcoming year with a forward-looking approach to berry cultivation. Specializing in raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, and redcurrants, with a particular focus on lingonberries, Fieldstone is Europe's leading producer of lingonberries. read more

In Cottenham, a truck carrying seven individuals hidden among cucumber containers was intercepted after one of the passengers made a distress call to the police on January 7. The vehicle was quickly located, uncovering six men and a woman who had been concealed inside for 18 hours. Following the incident, the... read more

Extending the persimmon harvesting period, and consequently, their marketing season, from mid-October to the end of January enables farmers to enhance their market appeal by offering buyers ample planning options during a time when supply is scarce. The fruits are ready to be harvested. read more

In tym pierwszym Globalnym Rynku na rok 2025, skupiamy się na pomarańczach, z powodu chłodniejszej pogody, zwłaszcza w Europie, co prowadzi do wzrostu popytu. Francja ma dynamiczny rynek z dobrą podażą. Niemcy zanotowały wzrost popytu na pomarańcze pochodzące z wielu krajów dostawców. Kampania pomarańczowa we Włoszech w sezonie 2024/25... read more

With the advancement of the fruit season in the southern hemisphere, the demand for temperature and humidity monitoring products used in long-distance cold chain transportation has peaked. "Disposable USB temperature data loggers remain the first choice for most customers. Compared to the same read more

2024 has been a successful year overall for the Turkish cherries, says Yigit Gokyigit, commercial coordinator for the Turkish fresh produce exporter Alanar: "We had a great cherry season this year. Although the competition was high between the exporters shipping to Europe, we noticed there was… read more

The Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) have announced the development of a battery powered by mushrooms, marking a significant advancement in microbial fuel cell technology. This groundbreaking project harnesses the metabolic processes of two different types of fungi to produce electricity. read more

Challenges are plentiful, and at the 21st Strawberry Day, there was no avoiding naming them. However, things are not looking too bleak for strawberry growers. In fact, upon closer examination of the data and market analysis, it becomes apparent that strawberry growers are in a favorable position here. read more

Those who grow and process vegetables understand the significance of precision in packaging. Keeping this in mind, Bulltec has introduced a new grader that offers exceptional precision and gentleness. Owner Ruggero Ricci explains that "our machine is equipped with a combined weighing system for" read more

Czy jest możliwe, aby w grudniu mieć słodkie, premium owoce jagodowe, które zostały wyhodowane w Wielkiej Brytanii? Sandy Booth z New Forest Fruit udowodnił, że tak. Firma już produkuje jedne z najwcześniejszych truskawek w kraju, ale poszli dalej i produkują premium truskawkę. read more

Parmentine aims to allow the French to keep enjoying 100% natural potatoes while minimizing the issues related to cooking them. In order to achieve this, they have developed a new line of fresh, pre-cooked potatoes in "Easy & Good" trays. This innovative product, showcased at SIAL, will soon be available for purchase. read more

Elea's PEF systems utilize precise electrical pulses to open cell membranes through electroporation. The largest system, the PEF Advantage 1000, can process up to 100 tons per hour. The PEF Advantage B Micro, an all-in-one system with a capacity of up to 1.7 tons per hour, is ideal for small producers. read more

Apple imports are currently filling a supply gap in India, as local crops have been affected by weather difficulties, according to Amit Sharma, owner of the Indian fresh produce trader Fresko Fruits. "The Indian apple market is experiencing consistent demand, but local production is encountering challenges due to." read more

The Nitrosfera project, coordinated by the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers-Exporters of the Region of Murcia (Proexport), aims to adapt crop nutrition to the requirements of areas vulnerable to nitrate contamination by developing fertilization strategies that include incorporating… read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in Australia are noticing a trend in consumer preferences towards exotic fruits, with several varieties expected to become popular in the market by 2025. One of these is the Jujube or Chinese red date, which is gaining popularity due to its sweet, crunchy texture and health benefits. read more