Flash floods occurred in the Moroccan region of Dakhla in early October, causing damage to tomato and blueberry crops. Although some growers were significantly affected, the overall impact at the regional and national levels is minimal, as stated by Ali Bayda, the general manager of Bayda Trading & Development. read more

"Networking has enabled us to expand our product offerings, lower costs, and ensure a more consistent supply. Similar to a family dynamic, we engage in comparisons and discussions with utmost respect and the goal of growth in mind." It was in 2015 when three entrepreneurs from Bologna collaborated. read more

Fyffes and Morrisons have announced a joint in-store campaign for bananas and pineapples, running in 488 Morrisons outlets across the UK. The initiative, titled "Eat 'em, Like 'em, Love 'em," is designed to encourage consumers to try and explore different ways of enjoying the two fruits. read more

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AGF Monitor compares weekly price trends of various fruits and vegetables available online. Prices are monitored by Supermarktscanner.nl, with the price survey conducted at the end of each week. Regarding cucumbers, the price at Albert Heijn has reverted back to €0.85 each. read more

Veg Power, a UK-based non-profit organization that promotes healthy eating, has announced a partnership with Sakata, Barfoots, and Waitrose for the 2025 "Better with Butternut" campaign. The campaign aims to encourage consumers to cook with British-grown butternut squash. This initiative aligns with the peak harvest season. read more

Badanie przeprowadzone przez naukowców z Oregon State University oraz Florida State University doprowadziło do stworzenia systemu sztucznej inteligencji (AI) opartego na smartfonach, który jest w stanie przewidywać stopień dojrzałości i jakość wewnętrzną awokado. „Awokado należy do najczęściej marnowanych owoców na świecie z powodu nadmiernego dojrzałości," powiedział Luyao Ma,... read more

Expectations in Argolida, one of the main orange and mandarin producing regions of Greece, remain cautious for the upcoming season's production. Mr. Petros Soursos, a shareholder of Soursos S.A., mentioned: "It appears that the production of Navelina will be reduced in certain areas here, but on the other read more

Aldi Belgium has appointed Dirk Moyaert as CEO. Dirk Moyaert will take over as the new CEO of Aldi Belgium on 1 November, replacing Wim Voet who is retiring after a nearly forty-year career. Koen Piessens will take over as vice-CEO from Moyaert. Source: retaildetail.eu India's retail. read more

A new banana box design developed through collaboration between packaging specialists and international fruit exporters is targeting improved sustainability and reduced shipping weight without compromising strength. The project began when technical experts from Mondi Containerboard explored. read more

Ukrainian plant breeder Oleksandr Kostiantynovych Ponomarenko, a member of the Ukrainian Nut Association, is continuing his research on nut breeding in his garden-laboratory located in Izmail, Odesa region, as reported by agronews.ua. His efforts are concentrated on developing new varieties and enhancing existing ones. read more

According to official market data, the average price of bananas decreased in several major Latin American suppliers in week 41 compared to the previous week. Colombian bananas, for example, averaged £0.96 per kilogram, down from £1.01 the previous week, representing a decrease of £0.04 per kilogram or approximately read more

In week 41, there were mixed trends in the average prices of several fruits when comparing the current week to the previous week. Apples (Cox's orange group) experienced a price decrease, with the average price this week being £1.22 per kilogram, compared to £1.36 per kilogram in the previous week. read more

Piąty Międzynarodowy Dzień Szparagów oraz Pierwszy Międzynarodowy Dzień Owoców Jagodowych odbyły się w zeszłym tygodniu we Francji, niedaleko Bordeaux. To wspólne wydarzenie, zainicjowane przez Christiana Befve'a i współorganizowane z Macfrut oraz Interco Nouvelle Aquitaine, gromadzi specjalistów z całego świata - badaczy, read more

The lemon harvest season is currently in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere, with concentrated picking also taking place in major Chinese producing regions. While local governments initially forecasted a 30% decrease in lemon production this season, the actual harvest results show a different overall trend. read more

The vulnerability of Cocktail tomatoes on the vine to the ToBRFV virus and the technical challenges involved in their production have led most Moroccan growers to abandon them, creating an opportunity in the European market. This is according to Abderrahmane Zouhir, CEO of Krone F&V, the grower. read more

The growth of asparagus is dependent on temperature, with warmer days and sunlight aiding in spear development. In New Zealand, southern asparagus production is lagging slightly behind northern growers this year due to a cold and wet spring that delayed the season by several weeks. Lower soil temperatures have... read more

The Council of the European Union has adopted a decision outlining the EU's position in the EU-Ukraine Association Committee (in trade configuration) regarding the reduction or elimination of customs duties on a range of agri-food products, including fresh fruit and vegetables. The move follows a... read more

Yuksel Seeds and Lakeshore Veggie Growers Inc. (LVG) have signed an exclusivity agreement for the Sweetloom F1 tomato variety. The agreement was formalized during Fruit Attraction Madrid 2025 and aims to expand the availability of the variety across North America. Sweetloom F1, developed by read more

The pomegranate campaign has officially begun in the Sibari Plain for the Agricor Producer Organization in Corigliano Rossano (Cosenza), a leading point for high-quality fruits and citrus fruits with a special emphasis on sustainability and environmental respect. read more