The Chilean Fruit Blueberry Committee has reported that, as of week 2 in 2025, Chile has shipped a total of 55.946 tons of blueberries since the start of the 2024-2025 fruit export season. An impressive shipment volume of 11.767 tons was recorded in the first half of this year. read more

The southern United States, including states such as Texas, Louisiana, Georgia, and Mississippi, is currently facing a severe winter storm with unexpected snow and sleet. This weather phenomenon, driven by arctic air, is forecasted to continue until the weekend. While certain fruit read more

In sektorze rolniczym, znacząca innowacja miała miejsce wraz z zatwierdzeniem 9 sierpnia 2024 roku rozporządzenia ministra z 30 maja 2024 roku przez włoskie Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, Suwerenności Żywnościowej i Lasów (MASAF) dla produktu wspomagającego "olej z nasion słonecznika". Włoska firma... read more

The Port of Natal has experienced a significant increase in fruit exports, with a 107% rise in 2024 compared to the previous year, as reported by the Rio Grande do Norte Docks Company (Codern). The terminal shipped 135,302 tons of fruit, marking a recovery from a downturn experienced in 2023. read more

Fresh4u Produce has earned a solid reputation for its assortment of exotic fruits and vegetables. However, in recent years, the company has expanded its product range to include a diverse selection of standard produce as well. Currently, they offer approximately 240 fresh produce options, procuring from over 35... read more

A research group at the University of Alicante is developing activated carbon packaging from waste materials, such as almond shells and olive pits. The outcome is recyclable and biodegradable packaging that prolongs the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. Photo: University of Alicante. read more

According to data up to week 3, Peru has exported 64 million boxes of grapes this season, equaling the total volume shipped in the 2023-2024 season. With three peak weeks still remaining in the Ica region and around ten weeks of declining volumes ahead, it is expected that the total exports will reach 78 million boxes. read more

In a recent update from the Federal Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision Service (Rosselkhoznadzor), it was reported that Russia saw an increase in fruit and berry imports by the end of 2024. The volume of berries imported into the country reached 517,900 metric tons. At the same time, fruit deliveries to... read more

India: How Fresh From Farm (F3) is helping 500 fruit retailers earn more

Launched by Rohit Nagdewani, this supply chain startup streamlines fruit procurement, processing, and deliveries to maximize product freshness and minimize waste. The full-stack platform caters to around 500 fresh fruit retailers. read more

Three decades after the Institute of Agricultural Research, through the Regional Centre INIA Tamel Aike, promoted the establishment of fruit orchards in Chile Chico, this commune of the General Carrera lake basin grows five cherry varieties to market in the country and abroad. Source: INIA read more

Wrzesień 2024 roku oznaczał oficjalny początek nowego sezonu brytyjskich jabłek, a najnowsze dane od British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) wykazały, które sklepy detaliczne najlepiej wspierały brytyjskie produkty w pierwszych czterech miesiącach sezonu jabłkowego. Podobnie jak w sezonie 2023/24, Aldi ponownie był na czele. read more

Fresh4cast has been a leader in forecasting and planning software for the fruit and vegetable industry for over a decade. The company is now elevating its solutions by improving its planning capabilities and implementing AI-driven reporting. "Three years ago, we initiated a project to enhance our software and provide our customers with advanced planning tools and insightful reports." read more

Decco, a global company specializing in postharvest protection solutions for fruits and vegetables, has broadened its product range by obtaining registration for azoxystrobin in Spain for its use in citrus postharvest treatment, branded as Decco Zox. This registration is the first and only one of its kind in Europe. read more

Cargo Plast GmbH and Qpall have entered into a strategic partnership to jointly expand the distribution of innovative plastic pallet solutions. This collaboration aims to leverage the strengths of both companies to provide customers with a wider range of efficient,… read more

Onions are a significant crop in the Australian vegetable industry. They are among the top five vegetable commodities in the country in terms of both production volume and value. Onions are cultivated throughout the year in various states. The majority of onion production occurs in Tasmania and South Australia, with some also grown in parts of Queensland. read more

The Deutsche Kartoffelhandelsverband e.V. (German Potato Trade Association, DKHV) invites you to the premier industry event of the year, the 19th International Berlin Potato Evening, held on the eve of FRUIT LOGISTICA. Taking place on February 4, 2025, this event is the largest gathering of industry professionals. read more

Thanks to the ideal growing conditions, Australian growers have harvested the QTee® pears a bit earlier than anticipated. This new aromatic, red-blushed pear originated in Norway and is a medium-sized fruit with an intense red blush against a green background, providing a sweet, aromatic flavor. read more

Maynor Velásquez, manager of the Association of Banana Producers of Honduras, stated on Tuesday that the area devoted to banana production has decreased considerably and has been affected by consecutive floods. Currently, the harvest varies between 2,500 and 2,800 boxes per hectare. read more

Rynek kiwi zyskał na sile w ostatnich tygodniach. Organizacja producentów włoskich Sapore di Romagna, zlokalizowana w Forlì w regionie Emilia-Romania, sprzedaje zielone kiwi na rynek nie tylko krajowy, ale także europejski. "Produkt jest doskonałej jakości i dlatego nadaje się do. read more

According to the latest report from Proarándanos on the performance of the Peruvian blueberry industry, by week 3 of this year, 293,512 tons of blueberries have been exported to various international markets. This represents a 48% increase compared to the previous campaign. read more