The Valencia-based company Genesis Fresh has completed a series of field visits across Spain's main citrus-growing regions to present new mandarin varieties currently in commercial production. The tour covered production areas from Tarragona to Huelva, including the Valencian Community, Murcia. read more

Mexico remains the world's second-largest producer of lemons, with an annual output of over 3.2 million tons. Lemons are a key component of both daily diets and the country's agri-food system. Data from the Agri-Food and Fisheries Information Service (SIAP) indicates that in 2024, national production reached... read more

After introducing a specific range of shallot varieties to the European market about 12 years ago, Magnus Kahl Seeds (MKS) varieties have now become a crucial aspect of the production programs for numerous major European shallot producers. "The 2025 European shallot season was exceptionally busy for read more

T&G Global has announced that it achieved higher returns for its growers during the 2025 apple season in Aotearoa New Zealand, due to favorable pricing and increased demand for its premium and commercial apple programs. In 2025, T&G plans to pay a total of NZ$172 million (US$104 million) to its New Zealand growers for Envy™. read more

Mango producers in Brazil's São Francisco Valley are reevaluating their export strategies in response to recent trade disruptions and shifts in access to the United States market. With the removal of tariffs on mangoes, growers have resumed shipments to the U.S. while also exploring new markets to diversify their exports. read more

The La Unió Llauradora warns of a new pest, Phenacoccus solenopsis, discovered in the Valencia Region. This pest primarily targets solanaceous crops such as peppers, tomatoes, and eggplants, as well as ornamental plants. It was first identified in Alicante on a lemon tree in Elche, and... read more

The prices of chili peppers in Thanh Hoa province, Vietnam have significantly risen during the winter season, with farmgate prices occasionally surpassing 100,000 VND per kilogram (approximately US$4.00/kg). This price surge has boosted profits for farmers in numerous communities, prompting them to expand their cultivation areas. read more

On Friday the 5th, the National Banana Corporation (Corbana) presented the advancements of its agronomic evaluation program in Pococí, Limón. The event included a tasting session of new banana varieties developed in collaboration with research institutions in France and Brazil. The aim is to identify genetic traits and qualities. read more

"We have received positive feedback from our promotional campaigns, with participation in international trade fairs proving to be particularly fruitful. We have already secured our third order from German, Swiss, and French customers we met at Anuga in early October 2025. Our pickles from the Siamo ..." read more

The main export window for Tanzanian avocados has been closed for some time now, and reflecting on it, the season was successful, according to Irene Undiri, sales manager for Tanzanian avocado exporter Onocado Farms: "The season ended positively for our Njombe farm. Both the production and." read more

On Monday, Ramón Fernández-Pacheco, the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, announced that Malaga had exported more avocados and mangoes in the first nine months of 2025 than in all of 2024. He made this statement during his visit to the Trops headquarters in Vélez-Málaga. read more

Egyptian orange exports will start on December 15, two weeks later than last season. According to Mrs. Elena Albertovych, the sales director at Globex Trading, this delay will not cause significant commercial issues. However, the orange season, along with all Egyptian agricultural exports, will be sensitive to... read more

The Washington apple harvest has finished, and despite another abundant crop this season, the production volume is not as high as originally expected. "Growers were very cautious and to avoid overharvesting, some opted for just one round of picking instead of multiple." read more

Mozambican bananas are not "free-riders" undercutting South African farmers, nor do they threaten the survival of the local banana industry, says Charlie van Dyk of the Novasun Group. Instead, he posits that regulated regional imports are supplementing domestic production, not replacing it. read more

"The 2025 table grape season for Groblersdal and Marble Hall is shaping up to be one of contrasts, marked by strong production indicators on the one hand and logistical constraints on the other," says Christine Gosling of the Northern Transvaal Table Grape Association. She posits that the unusual... read more

"We can say that from September to today, it has been a particularly difficult Brazilian melon season. For growers and importers operating on the free market, profit margins have been very limited. Several small as well as large importers have significantly reduced their supply in recent weeks." read more

W 2025 roku Ukraina zanotowała silne plony warzyw, zwłaszcza ziemniaków i cebuli. Chociaż spowodowało to obniżenie cen detalicznych, znacząco zmniejszyło marże rolników. Według Andrija Maruszczaka, Dyrektora Handlowego Van Dijk Technics, rentowność produkcji warzyw w

In 2025, Ukraine recorded strong vegetable harvests, particularly for potatoes and onions. While this resulted in lower retail prices, it significantly reduced farmers' margins. According to Andrii Marushchak, Commercial Director of Van Dijk Technics, the profitability of vegetable production in read more

Koszty życia zmuszają coraz więcej konsumentów do jedzenia w domu, co przyczynia się do zwiększonej konsumpcji ziemniaków. Według dyrektora zarządzającego Wilson's Country, Lewisa Cunninghama, ten trend utrzymuje się przez cały rok. "Ludzie jedzą mniej na mieście ze względu na związane z tym koszty. Ale" read more

As I conclude a highly successful trade mission that connected Egyptian fruit and vegetable exporters with markets in Singapore and Malaysia, my mind is preoccupied with the future of Egypt's thriving produce industry. Despite its current success, there are potential challenges on the horizon that warrant serious consideration. This blog is dedicated to exploring and addressing these pressing issues. read more

Inside New Zealand's busiest supermarket this Christmas, Foodstuffs North Island reported: "Several months ago, in the middle of winter, the team at PAK'nSAVE Wairau were already talking about Christmas. Not the presents or the pavlova, but the extraordinary task of keeping New Zealand's busiest... read more