Cherry prices in Vietnam have dropped significantly this season as importers have increased volumes due to shortages last year, but demand has not increased accordingly. Importers providing cherries from Australia, New Zealand, and the United States are currently selling large cherries for around VND900,000 per kilogram. read more

Giagni Fruit's lemon campaign started about 15 to 20 days earlier than expected. "The first crates left the warehouse as early as mid-November, marking the start of a year that is proving to be positive in terms of commercial feedback, especially beyond national borders. The current season is read more

The forest fires in the Ñuble and Biobío regions have caused a major social and environmental crisis in Chile, destroying thousands of hectares, impacting communities, and resulting in the loss of many homes. However, according to sources in the fruit sector, their impact on export fruit has been minimal. read more

Mimo że strajk plantatorów mango na północy kraju zakończył się w ostatni weekend, napięcia w sektorze utrzymują się. Według anonimowego eksportera, sezon przeżywa obecnie jedne z najtrudniejszych chwil. Niskie ceny na rynku i wysokie wolumeny eksportowe stwarzają sytuację, gdzie... read more

The apple export season of 2025 concluded with 49.6 million equivalent cartons of 12.5 kg. The initial estimate for the 2026 season indicates a 5% increase, with export volumes projected to reach 52.2 million equivalent cartons. This growth is attributed to higher production as young orchards come into full production. read more

Argentina's fresh lemon export season typically begins from late March to early April. However, last year, work to cultivate and monitor the fields began as early as September of the previous year in order to predict how the season would develop. This time of year is crucial regardless of read more

The second part of the Spanish mandarin and orange season is already in full swing, with demand quickly absorbing a supply of mandarins that is lower than usual at this time of year, and prices at the source in an upward trend, as is also the case with oranges. "This year we have started read more

Moroccan blueberries, especially those from the northern region of Larache, are coming to market three weeks later than last season. Although volumes are still small, growers anticipate that total production will surpass last season's due to a significant expansion in acreage. Zouhir Disouria read more

The Spanish company El Ciruelo recently concluded its New Year's Eve campaign, during which its brand Las Uvas de Nochevieja by El Ciruelo set a production record, with approximately 2,700,000 units of its popular grape clock (containing the twelve grapes traditionally eaten in Spain at the stroke of midnight). read more

Marketing of celeriac has been very poor this season. "Eastern Europe has been able to harvest late thanks to relatively favourable temperatures, and that is where the main weakness lies. Demand is fairly average across the board. No market really stands out at the moment," says Pierre. read more

The Namibian Agronomic Board reports that formal potato production in Namibia totals around 8,534 tons, leaving the country dependent on imports to meet domestic demand. Informal markets account for an estimated 41 percent of locally produced potatoes, emphasizing the significance of unregulated trade. read more

India's domestic demand for raspberries significantly exceeds the supply, primarily because of import restrictions. Tanvi Karvat from Berryland by Parth Farms explains that all raspberry consumption in India must come from locally grown produce, as importing fresh raspberries is hindered by economic and regulatory challenges. Berryland is recognized by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) for its tissue culture work. read more

At this time of year, the U.S. market heavily relies on imported mangoes to meet demand. Ecuador finished exporting mangoes by the end of December, leaving Peru as the sole South American country shipping mangoes to the U.S., particularly the Kent variety. The supply from Peru is lower this season, as their mango production ramped up slowly due to unusual circumstances. read more

When war swept across Ukraine in May 2022, most businesses were focused on survival. In Kamyanka-Buzka, Lviv region, a different story was unfolding: The foundation of a new berry processing plant was quietly being laid. No big announcements, no fanfare, just steady work. "We had planned this" read more

The Orchard Business Analysis 2024 Actual and 2025 Forecast report indicates that the model orchard is expected to return to a small net trading profit in 2025, marking the first positive result since 2020. The forecast improvement is linked to a modest lift in yields and packout, although. read more

Iran's limited connectivity is causing complications for apple imports into India, leading importers to scale back their purchases in panic, ultimately affecting supply in February, according to Aliyar Sehal from fresh produce importer Fruco EXIM. Sehal noted that last week, the price of Iranian apples in Mumbai reached USD 15.30-15.80 per 10 kg due to slow demand. read more

Sun World International welcomed 10 new marketers to its global licensee network in the fourth quarter of 2025, and also strengthened its partnership with Sun Pacific. Sun Pacific is now an authorized importer for Sun World varieties in North America. The new marketers come from South Africa, Namibia, and. read more

On January 7, 2026, France issued a decree banning the import of fruits and vegetables treated with five specific pesticides. This decision could potentially have a negative impact on the export of $130 million worth of U.S. fruits and vegetables to France, as four of the five pesticides are commonly used in their production. read more

In the U.S., there is a movement among consumers and retailers to support sustainable farming practices, which has led to increased scrutiny of deforestation in the avocado industry in Mexico. In response, the Mexican government has implemented pro-forest policies. read more

Ahold Delhaize and The Global FoodBanking Network are enhancing their partnership with new projects for 2026. Ahold Delhaize announced that in 2026, they will collaborate with GFN and their local brands to launch these initiatives in markets where their brands are present, including the Czech Republic. read more