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

Pierwsze awokado nowego sezonu z Kenii mają dotrzeć na początku lutego, zaczynając od odmian o zielonej skórce. Sezon był naznaczony trudnymi warunkami pogodowymi, które spowodowały niższe plony - powiedział Allan Njoroge, dyrektor generalny Danka Investments. read more

Vegetable prices, especially for cucumbers, have been steadily increasing in recent months due to a limited supply from key growing regions in southern Spain and the Netherlands. According to Gabriele Held, a market expert at Agrarmarkt Informations-Gesellschaft (AMI), this shortage... read more

Ziemniaki są żywym produktem, a ich jakość i użytkowość w dużej mierze zależą od przechowywania i obsługi po zakupie. Europatat opublikował nowy przewodnik dla konsumentów dotyczący przechowywania i używania ziemniaków, skupiający się na tym, w jaki sposób codzienne praktyki w domu wpływają na okres przydatności do spożycia, bezpieczeństwo żywności oraz poziom marnotrawstwa. Przewodnik. read more

Over 240 tons of freshly harvested tomatoes from Ghana's Upper East Region have been supplied to markets in Accra as part of the West Africa Food System Resilience Program. The goal of these deliveries is to combat frequent tomato shortages and price fluctuations, especially during the dry season. read more

The third season of the 'Divino - The Italian Persimmon' brand concludes on a high note, surpassing even the most optimistic sales projections. While initial estimates in mid-December anticipated sales to continue until the end of January, the market reality is that stocks are depleting earlier than expected. read more

Professionals in the Rwandan avocado industry are hopeful for a significant advancement in the upcoming season. Progress in recent years towards expanding into new markets has been hindered by the Red Sea crisis, but improvements in logistics are anticipated to boost export volumes. This insight was shared by Patrick. read more

Producers in the tropical fruit sector in Australia's Northern Territory are worried that the proposed import of pomelo from Vietnam could impact the domestic market and the sustainability of local production. Last year, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry recommended that... read more

Perspektywy popytu na kiwi Zespri są pozytywne i opierają się na jakości produktu, smaku, ciągłych inwestycjach w sprzedaż i marketing, wydajności łańcucha dostaw oraz dalszym promowaniu korzyści zdrowotnych i odżywczych. Patrząc w przyszłość, skupiamy się na budowaniu popytu prowadzonego przez markę, rozwijając... read more

The beginning of the Dutch top fruit season was challenging this year. "Volumes, especially of apples, were higher than anticipated overall. Additionally, many pears were harvested late, necessitating earlier clearance. This led to market pressure, particularly in the... read more

The Hass avocado harvest in the Valencian Community, Spain, is ending earlier than usual this year due to lower yields and hailstorms in some producing areas. Market supply is low, keeping prices high. The next variety to be harvested will be the Lamb. read more