The National Interprofessional Union of Fruit Juices (Unijus) is sounding the alarm about a significant decrease in fruit juice consumption and is urging for a collaborative effort to reverse this trend. Fruit juice consumption has dropped by 20% between 2019 and 2024, with many consumers switching to other beverages. read more

Ecuadorian fruit and vegetable exports continue to grow. According to the Ministry of Production, non-oil exports grew by 10% in 2024, reaching $22.36 billion. Fruit accounted for $6.89 million (31% of the total). This growth shows that the sector is back at full speed. Bananas remain the main read more

The iconic London market was featured in episode four of the 19th series, which aired on BBC One last week. Contestants were challenged to compete against each other in a task to transform tomatoes and potatoes into profits at Britain's biggest wholesale marketplace for fruits and vegetables. The ambitious participants, all vying for success, were... read more

Ontario, Canada is welcoming new developments and expansion in its fruit tree nursery industry. "The province has seen replanting programs for peach trees and apples as well as grapevines and that's helped," says Megan Haynes, vice president of Upper Canada Growers, a family-owned and operated. read more

The weekly supply of round Peruvian mangoes is decreasing. According to Patrick Dueire, the director of mangoes for Dayka & Hackett LLC, the season is ending earlier than usual, with lower volumes compared to previous years. Peru still has some weeks left in the season, but the supply is not as abundant as before. read more

The Valencian Regional Government has taken urgent measures to control the unexpected presence of Scirtothrips aurantii Faure in this year's citrus season in Spain's Valencian Community. The first warnings about symptoms compatible with the pest have been reported. read more

Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

Originally from Thailand, fragrant coconuts are highly popular for their sweet juice, soft and smooth flesh, and pleasant milky aroma. The seedlings of fragrant coconuts are protected in Thailand, prohibiting their export. Young coconuts bear fruit every 22-26 days, ensuring year-round availability. read more

Fresh ginger had a rough start in 2025. In January, Peru exported 2,934 tons of fresh ginger for $5.9 million. This represents a 2% decrease in volume and a 26% decrease in value compared to the same month in 2024. The drop in the average price per kilogram, from $2.68 in 2024 to $2.01 in 2025, was a significant factor in this decline. read more

France, which is famous for growing more than 100 apple varieties, has managed to maintain relatively stable production levels despite the challenges brought by climate change. The country's distinctive climate and fertile soil have traditionally nurtured a wide variety of apples. However, changing global weather patterns may pose a threat to this tradition. read more

BerryWorld podpisał w tym miesiącu umowę ramową z Tropic Cool Ltd, określającą współpracę między obiema firmami w zakładaniu komercyjnej plantacji jagód najwyższej klasy w Rwandzie; "Rwanda Berries". BerryWorld, które niedawno zostało przejęte przez AgroBerries, stało się największą firmą jagodową na świecie... read more

This morning, at the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Interfel presented the results of the 2024 fruit and vegetable confidence barometer, conducted by the CSA institute for FranceAgriMer and Interfel. Generally, "confidence in fresh produce remains high, above that of frozen, canned, and... read more

W styczniu tego roku eksport bananów z Peru odstawał od eksportu z tego samego miesiąca w ubiegłym roku. Peru wyeksportowało 13 111 ton o wartości 9,9 miliona dolarów, czyli o 14% mniej wolumenu i o 17% mniej wartości niż w tym samym miesiącu w ubiegłym roku. Spadek wartości był spowodowany spadkiem wolumenu eksportu oraz 3% spadkiem. read more

W dniu 3 stycznia peruwiańska Fátima Balmelli opublikowała wideo na TikToku pokazujące ogromne winogrona, prawie wielkości cytryny, które jej rodzina produkuje na ich farmie w Ica. Wideo stało się wiralem i wywołało lawinę wiadomości od osób zainteresowanych zakupem winogron. Fátima nie ma doświadczenia. read more

Tanganda Tea Company Limited, based in Zimbabwe, is currently looking into the Chinese avocado market as a component of its export diversification strategy. The company has recorded a 9% growth in revenue, attributed to an uptick in avocado export quantities. In its annual report for the fiscal year ending on September 30, 2024, Tanganda highlighted... read more

Nieoczekiwanie niskie temperatury zakłóciły produkcję rolno-spożywczą i usługi komunalne w Dagestanie, Rosja. Producenci borówek borykają się z opóźnieniami, z Mehdim Benchekrounem, CEO DMB & Co, zauważającym, że "Obserwujemy opóźnienia w dojrzewaniu owoców takich jak borówki. Spodziewaliśmy się masowego zbioru. read more

The Biosecurity New Zealand Commissioner, Mike Inglis, highlighted that the $2.4 million spent on a recent biosecurity operation in South Auckland is relatively small when compared to the potential economic consequences of a pest invasion. Last month, an Oriental fruit fly was found in the Mangere/Papatoetoe area. read more

Erik van Vugt has been working in Poland for more than half of his life. In 1998, he and his partners founded FreshWorld. Today, the company based in Bronisze offers direct sourcing of fruits and vegetables for Polish retail customers from markets including China, South Africa, and Latin America. read more

An advanced device developed by Embrapa Meio Ambiente (SP) is designed to reduce post-harvest fruit losses, which can reach up to 80% in certain species. This monitoring tool assesses heat distribution during hydrothermal treatment, helping to preserve quality and control diseases in order to meet international market standards. read more

New Zealand's fruit and vegetable exports have rebounded after a decline over the previous two years. In early 2023, a cyclone caused significant damage across the country. As a result, exports dropped sharply in 2024. However, last year's exports fell only slightly behind the record levels. read more