The supply of Canary Islands bananas remains at very low levels for this time of year, with consumer prices ranging between €3.70 and €5.00 per kilo. Production started falling in mid-March due to weather-related factors, and this has resulted in a considerable market gap, which will start read more

For years, Mexican pepper growers have been important suppliers to the North American market, along with Canadian growers. Feeling Fresh, based in the Netherlands, coordinates the supply from multiple Mexican greenhouses to John Vena Inc. Specialty Produce in Philadelphia. These Mexican peppers are then delivered. read more

Lychee (Litchi chinensis) is a niche premium fruit with a unique appearance, a fragrance that evokes a blooming garden, and a taste reminiscent of a juicy summer cocktail. In recent years, lychee has quickly made its mark in international markets and won over consumers, starting from Hong. read more

The Prognosfruit Conference, Europe's annual event for the apple and pear sector, will return to France for the first time since Toulouse in 2012. Prognosfruit 2025 will take place in Angers from the 6th to the 8th of August 2025. Organised by WAPA in cooperation with ANPP (Association Nationale read more

This week, Frankort & Koning will receive the final shipment of melons from overseas. "Due to delays, we are currently three weeks behind compared to last year," says Gino van Lin. "These shipping delays have negatively impacted the overseas season. In the first half, the quality of the melons was still quite good, but the..." read more

The Valencian company Logifruit, which rents, sanitizes, and stores containers and pallets for transporting consumer goods in the supply chain, closed 2024 with a 7% growth in its sales volume, reaching 163 million. In 2024, the company, which is committed to a sustainable logistics model, achieved... read more

W ciągu ostatnich lat małe pomidory utrzymują swoją popularność na chińskim rynku ze względu na ich powszechne zainteresowanie, wygodę, umiarkowane ceny oraz odpowiedniość dla branży hurtowej i gastronomicznej. Poza tradycyjnymi czerwonymi, żółtymi i zielonymi odmianami, pojawiają się także nowe kolory, takie jak czarne, białe, i read more

Amit Chopde, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports, stated that the grape season ended a few weeks ago. Despite some lingering challenges from the previous year, the overall season was quite positive. read more

The table grape season started with promising signs for the 'La Bella Assai' winery in Mazzarrone (CT), one of Sicily's emblematic production areas. Harvesting operations commenced on May 3rd, with high-quality yields and a favorable market response already in place. Antonio Bellassai, the company's owner, read more

Late last year, the new apple variety GoodnessMe® was introduced at Interpoma 2024. The apple was presented for the first time in Bolzano, where a larger hall had to be booked at the last minute due to overwhelming interest. Wouters Fruit holds the exclusive European license for the GoodnessMe. read more

In just a few days, Amsterdam will become the horticultural technology capital with the hosting of Green Tech, scheduled to take place from June 10 to 12. Companies from around the world will showcase their products and latest innovations in intensive greenhouse agriculture at the event, demonstrating that this industry is flourishing. read more

Shoppers in the UK will now have more options when purchasing bananas, thanks to a new initiative by Tesco aimed at reducing household food waste. Bananas are one of the most commonly bought items at UK supermarkets, but they are also one of the most wasted due to their quick ripening. read more

Several premium berry varieties from Berryworld have been honored at the 2025 Superior Taste Awards, organized by the International Taste Institute in Brussels. The 2025 Award-Winning Berry Varieties. BerryWorld was pleased to see products from its entire berry range recognized by the jury. read more

The global banana market is experiencing a combination of stability, supply constraints, and changing demand in 2025. In Italy, prices are holding steady due to high household consumption rates, but a seasonal decrease is anticipated, with Ecuador continuing to be the main supplier. In the Netherlands, there is a shortage of supply. read more

Kalimullah Khan, często nazywany "Mango Man" Indii, wprowadził nowy gatunek mango w swoim sadzie w Malihabad, nazwany "Rajnath Aam" na cześć Ministra Obrony Rajnatha Singha. Znany ze swoich unikalnych metod szczepienia, Khan nadał nazwy odmianom mango na cześć znaczących postaci indyjskich. read more

In Turkana South, Kenya, a recent outbreak of locusts has disrupted greenhouse operations and pastoral facilities, affecting the agricultural supply chain. The locusts are widespread in areas such as Lochwa-ang'ikamatak, Kanaodon, and Lokapel, and are targeting acacia trees, fruit trees, and Prosopis juliflora. John Lungi, a read more

Tozer and KWS Vegetables Netherlands B.V. have renewed their exclusive distribution contract in the UK for spinach, chard, French beans, and beetroot. The contract was initially established with Pop Vriend Seeds, which was acquired by KWS in 2019. This agreement confirms Tozer's position as the exclusive distributor of these products in the UK. read more

The kenyan export industry is currently going through a period of transition. "We anticipate that our initial batch of fresh garlic will be delivered via air freight by the end of June. We used to offer this product a few years ago, but due to intense competition, especially from Egypt, we chose to stop. Nonetheless, it is an... read more

Cartarredo Se.Ma is an Apulian company with over 30 years of experience in producing packaging for the fruit, vegetable, and agri-food industries. Founded by brothers Nicola and Domenico Centrone, the company distinguishes itself through its commitment to environmental sustainability and the adoption read more

This week, growers and shippers of Mexican grapes are evaluating their crops after Sunday's rains, which had different effects in various regions of the country. "In Guaymas and La Costa, there was minimal rainfall. In Pesqueira, our farm received 4.4 mm of rain, and in Caborca, the amount varied depending on the location." read more