Inoverde and Prodivec Swiss AG have signed a new cooperation agreement aimed at expanding Prodivec's import activities in Switzerland through its location in CH-3232 Ins. Prodivec is a trusted supplier of fresh fruits and vegetables sourced directly from producers in the Mediterranean. read more

The prices of bananas in the main supplying countries remained relatively stable this week, with only small adjustments being recorded in most origins. The average price for all supplying countries decreased slightly to £0.87 per kilogram, down from £0.88 last week. The ACP group had an average price of £0.84. read more

Georgia saw a rise in pear imports between January and October 2025, with prices increasing by 53% compared to the previous year, according to data from November. The country imported 1,503 tons of pears valued at US$1.1 million during this period, representing a 2% increase in volume and a 6.4% increase in value. read more

For many Belarusians, tropical fruits are no longer a rarity. Avocados and mangoes, once considered exotic, are now everyday items in supermarkets. Yet the category "exotic fruit" remains broad, encompassing any fruit that doesn't grow locally. Local retailers explain that around 150 different types of exotic fruits are now available in the market. read more

The supply of guava is currently slightly lower than anticipated, although the volume is gradually increasing. "It is lower than last year," says Alberto Diaz of Spring Valley Fruits. "The season in Aguascalientes, Mexico started later this year, partly due to the good amount of rain we had this summer." read more

Moldova is developing a national strategy aimed at increasing the annual export value of table grapes by 60%, which is approximately US$38 million. This optimistic scenario is based on projections of total investments reaching around US$98 million by 2036. The information was reported by IPN, referencing discussions that took place. read more

Sun World International's partnership with Salling Group has ignited a grape frenzy in Denmark this autumn. This is due to the debut of Autumncrisp® green seedless grapes to Danish consumers for the first time, which represents a significant achievement for branded produce in Europe. Since being introduced on store shelves, the grapes have garnered significant attention and popularity. read more

Apple prices across major EU producers have been decreasing in the early months of the 2025/26 season. Prices in Poland, Italy, France, and Germany for the months of August, September, and October (€/100 kg) have all fallen below their levels from the previous season. In Poland, the price in August started at 108 €/100 kg, and continued to decline. read more

In the 2025/26 season, Ventura and Sekoya Pop have emerged as the top blueberry varieties in Peru, surpassing Biloxi in terms of planted area. These two varieties now dominate the national acreage, followed by Biloxi, Magica, Rocio, and Emerald. This shift is in line with market demand for increased firmness. read more

Belarus plans to use imported apples to make up for a lower domestic harvest when creating its state agricultural reserves. This decision comes after a new government resolution was issued, which amends the regulations for providing fruits and vegetables from stabilization funds through the state procurement system. The document provides clarity on how... read more

The fresh deciduous fruit sector in Turkey is projected to face major challenges in MY 2025/26 due to extreme weather events such as frost, drought, and hail. These events have led to a significant decrease in production levels for apples, pears, and table grapes. Apple production, for instance, is expected to decline by 60 percent to 1.8 read more

Widely renowned for its citrus fruit and grape production, Sicily could witness a transformation in its agricultural landscape. Faced with the impacts of climate change, many producers are shifting towards different crops. Specialized organic wholesaler ProNatura (Organic Alliance Group) has chosen to support its partner growers in this transition. read more

The General Assembly took place on November 28 at the Milan headquarters of the Kiwi Passion Consortium and also online. It was very well attended with 109 out of 142 members present, which is 76% of the total. This high level of participation indicates a strong commitment to the organization. read more

Po trzeciej burzy gradu z rzędu niszczącej pola sałaty Eldorado Fresh w 2010 roku, założyciel Ivo Rugani wiedział, że gospodarstwo potrzebuje nowego kierunku. To, co wydawało się być miażdżącym ciosem, stało się punktem zwrotnym, który przekształcił biznes w jedno z najlepszych w Republice Południowej Afryki. read more

Bolthouse Fresh Foods prezentuje swoją inicjatywę świąteczną na rok 2025, kampanię Reindeer Ready. W tym roku program obejmuje wprowadzenie limitowanych, przyjaznych dla rodzin przekąsek marchewkowych dla reniferów. Festive opakowania świąteczne zostały zaprojektowane, aby przynieść chwile radości, kreatywności i wspólnego spędzania czasu. read more

Rynek mango currently presents a somewhat uncertain picture - powiedział Henk van der Meij z Hars & Hagebauer. "Scenariusz zdecydowanie nie jest niekorzystny. Dostawy z Brazylii stopniowo się wyczerpują, a Peru wchodzi na rynek bardzo stopniowo, więc praktycznie nie ma żadnych nakładających się dostaw. read more

For the third year consecutively, BASF | Nunhems organized a new edition of its mini lettuce demonstrations, showcasing the company's innovations in iceberg and romaine lettuce. In just two days, BASF-Nunhems gathered industry professionals in Lorca and Campo de Cartagena. Attendees had the opportunity to... read more

The first Greek strawberry harvest in the Ilia region is currently progressing exceptionally well. Despite the tractor blockades that have spread across Greece and potential delays at customs on the country's northern borders, exports are not being hindered. Shipments are continuing as usual. read more

With a small team and many years of experience, GreenFruit based in Barendrecht has made some significant strides in the right direction this year. "We primarily focus on importing fruit from overseas. Our largest volumes come from Latin America and India, with additional sourcing from other regions." read more

The LAN team at the embassy in Amman has been collaborating with government and private-sector stakeholders for the past two years to analyze price formation in Jordan's food system. In order to establish a solid foundation for policy discussions, the team investigated tomato and lemon value chains using recently published data. read more