At a recent press conference held in Seoul, Zespri International shared insights on nutrient-dense diets and the role of fruits like kiwifruit in addressing "hidden hunger"—a condition where individuals consume enough calories but lack essential nutrients. Koohwi Eung, general manager of Zespri… read more

Mangoes are the second most produced fruit in Kenya after bananas, and they rank third in export value after avocados. With an annual output of around 650,000 metric tons and a production value of €77.5 million (USD 84.4 million), the crop is crucial for food security and the livelihoods of thousands of people. read more

The banana market data for this week shows slight price increases for exports from Colombia and Costa Rica. The current figures indicate that the average price of Colombian bananas has risen from £1.10 per kilogram last week to £1.16 per kilogram, reflecting a £0.06 increase and a 5% week-on-week rise. read more

A viral video features an unconventional package containing a single tomato priced at ₹1,300 (approximately $16). The tomato, which is organically grown, comes with a comprehensive resume detailing its cultivation process, nutritional advantages, and special characteristics. This showcase underscores the tomato's value. read more

W przybliżeniu 30 procent warzyw spożywanych w Estonii w zeszłym roku zostało pozyskanych krajowo, według danych Statystycznych Estonii. Jest to spadek z 60 procent sprzed dekady. W przeciwieństwie do tego, Finlandia utrzymuje przewagę konkurencyjną, ułatwiającą to subsydia i polityka podatkowa. Raimond

Roughly 30 percent of the vegetables consumed in Estonia last year were sourced domestically, according to Statistics Estonia. This marks a decline from 60 percent a decade ago. In contrast, Finland maintains a competitive edge, facilitated by subsidies and tax policies. Raimond read more

A change in the weather is expected to increase home consumption of potatoes. Consumption has been weak so far this year, partly due to hot weather. The upcoming bank holiday weekend is also expected to boost demand in the food service sector. Recent rainfall has... read more

A multi-faceted technology that addresses the various challenges faced by greenhouse vegetable growers has been developed by the Greek company OET Energy Technologies. OET's semi-transparent, flexible, and recyclable 3rd generation photovoltaics (OPVs), based on R2R printing technology, combine. read more

In Uzbekistan's Kashkadarya region, the watermelon season has started, with local farmers exporting around 3,000 tons to international buyers while also meeting the demand in the local market. Early harvests from this region have attracted buyers from Kazakhstan, Russia, and Kyrgyzstan, according to EastFruit. read more

"One Banana, a family-owned, vertically integrated company committed to the responsible production of high-quality bananas and natural ingredients, has launched its Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Project. Developed with technical support from EARTH University and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)." read more

Starting earlier than usual and ending earlier than usual, too, the Ivorian mango season was disappointing this year, according to statements from several exporters, including Joel Adjoka, CEO of Cofruibo & Mango Fresh. The exporter explains: "The season started as early as March 31, and there read more

As economic pressure continues to influence consumer decisions, a noticeable trend is emerging: people are seeking out small, health-focused ways to indulge themselves, with blueberries at the forefront. There is a rising demand for top-quality, premium blueberries that offer exceptional flavor and freshness. read more

Maersk has announced its plans for the Belcon Logistics Park in Cape Town, emphasizing its contribution to enhancing South Africa's cold chain infrastructure. The park will include a cutting-edge cold storage facility with advanced cooling technology, strategically located near the seaport. read more

Maroko is poised for a strong rebound in its lemon export market during the 2024/25 marketing year (MY), following a four-year decline. Favorable weather conditions and a global drop in lemon production have contributed to this resurgence, according to EastFruit. In the first half of MY read more

Crete and Ilia, two of the most important Galia melon cultivation zones in Greece, have been in production for quite some time, with growers receiving very good prices for their products, especially for the Zepo variety, which reached up to 2.53 euros per kilo in mid-May. By the end of last week, ... read more

The export activities for mangoes from Bangladesh for the 2025 season have started, with the first shipment being sent to five countries, including the United States and Germany. A total of 13 metric tons of mangoes have been delivered to the U.S., Germany, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and. read more

Mr. Jakub Krawczyk, the export manager for Polish apple exporter Appolonia, stated that the frost in Poland has negatively impacted production for the next season. Despite this, he mentioned that prices are rising significantly. "After the frost, we can see that the apple production for the next season. read more

W tym tygodniu w porcie w Filadelfii panowało duże poruszenie w związku z pierwszą w historii komercyjną dostawą winogron uprawianych w Dominikanie, która dotarła do Stanów Zjednoczonych. Dostawa, składająca się z 2,250 skrzynek (16 ton) winogron odmiany Timpson™ oraz 550 skrzynek odmiany AllisonTM, stanowi istotne wydarzenie. read more

Jako zbliża się początek sezonu winogron w Grecji, owoce rozwijają się dobrze na farmach na Krecie. Pan Nikos Giannidakis, właściciel firmy Minoan Fruits, opisuje obecną sytuację: "Obserwujemy zdrowe winogrona. Nie ma wilgoci ani mączniaka rzekomego. Produkcyjne na Krecie obejmuje wszystkie odmiany." read more

The Australian National Management Group (NMG) agreed at its meeting on May 29, 2025 that it is no longer technically feasible to eradicate Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) from Australia. This decision is based on the technical considerations of the Consultative Committee on Emergency read more

The rosnące zainteresowanie sycylijskimi winogronami to rzeczywistość potwierdzona przez nadzwyczajne zapotrzebowanie rynkowe. Tradycyjne odmiany winogron Victoria i Black Magic otworzyły kampanię, a obecnie mogą pochwalić się średnią zawartością cukru wynoszącą 14/15° Brix. Nowa odmiana bezpestkowa Arra 30 (Arra Sugar Drop), z

The growing interest in Sicilian grapes is a reality confirmed by the extraordinary market demand. The traditional grape varieties Victoria and Black Magic opened the campaign, and currently boast an average sugar content of 14/15° Brix. The new seedless variety Arra 30 (Arra Sugar Drop), with read more