The food trade is characterized by a dynamic market that is constantly influenced by political, economic, and climatic factors. Many issues from the past 25 years are still relevant today for the long-established Berlin-based company Weihe GmbH. The family business is based at the local wholesale. read more

When the Polish apple season started, it was challenging to find good quality apples, but the situation has improved since then, according to Mohamed Marawan, the owner of the Polish apple exporter Sarafruit. "The season begins with the Gala variety, and at the beginning it was..." read more

The new kiwi berry season has started at Coöperatie Hoogstraten in Belgium. This fruit, related to the kiwi, is still relatively unknown to many, though the cooperative has been marketing it in late summer for about ten years. This season's outlook is positive: harvesting should last eight weeks. read more

The clementine season is already starting in the Spanish province of Castellon with the first harvests of the earliest varieties, although, for the time being, supply is still limited. Due to hailstorms in Castellon and Valencia, the main clementine and mandarin growing areas in Spain, supply is read more

Kakis, citrus fruits, and potatoes, three flagship products of the Valencia region, saw their seasons affected by the flood disaster of October last year. However, this season is being approached with greater optimism. Frutomás Export, one of the most prominent specialized companies in the region, is celebrating. read more

The second half of September signals the beginning of the Moroccan pomegranate season, which is expected to last until the end of November. "Volumes are projected to be high, with good sizes despite water issues, so the season appears promising," says Mourad Jabri, manager of Primeur Fraîcheur, a company that markets... read more

New Farming Minister Dame Angela Eagle recently visited a soft fruit farm in Kent for her first farm visit since assuming her role in Defra. During the visit, she met with representatives of the National Farmers' Union (NFU), including NFU President Tom Bradshaw and NFU Horticulture member Marion Regan. read more

From January to July 2025, Azerbaijan exported 70,830 tonnes of potatoes, valued at USD 28.1 million, according to the State Statistics Committee. Compared to the same period in 2024, exports grew by 47% in volume and 37% in value. The main export destination was Russia, receiving 59,376 tonnes valued at USD 22.7 million, which represents a 40% increase. read more

A laboratory of innovation, a brand recognized by consumers - but Valfrutta Fresco is, above all, a company with a clear objective in mind, that is, to grow while maximizing the products of our members. We are growing both in value and volume, in line with our budget, and aim to close at €30. read more

The season for prickly pears in the province of Malaga, Spain, particularly in Coín in the Guadalhorce valley, has been longer and more productive this year. According to José Miguel Guzmán, owner of the El Tío Lo Chumbo estate, abundant rainfall has helped increase both yields and fruit sweetness, prolonging the season. read more

The Valencian Farmers' Association (AVA-Asaja) reports that the heavy hailstorm recorded last weekend has caused significant losses totaling 9 million euros across 1,700 hectares of farms in La Costera and La Safor, particularly affecting olive, kaki, avocado, and citrus crops. read more

Bangladesh has exported mangoes and jackfruits by sea for the first time to the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and several European countries. Previously, these fruits were exported only by air. According to the Chattogram Plant Quarantine Station, 39,141 kg of mangoes were shipped. read more

Nice-looking potatoes practically sell themselves. But how can you achieve that? Tolsma-Grisnich has the expertise in this area. This Dutch company has been specializing in storage and processing solutions for potatoes, onions, and carrots for many years. "Intelligent sorting can significantly impact the overall profitability," says Sales & Marketing Manager. read more

Świeży czosnek jest niezbędny dla europejskich kucharzy. Jest używany w różnego rodzaju potrawach, od szybkich smażonych dań po gourmet aioli. Import w 2024 roku wyniósł 281 000 ton. Kraje rozwijające się dostarczyły jedną trzecią rynku, gdy hiszpańscy producenci zaczęli przechodzić na kolorowe odmiany. Chiny eksportują najwięcej białego. read more

The Australian avocado grower and exporter, The Avolution, is currently cultivating avocados in the Tristate area, which includes Victoria, South Australia, and New South Wales, and preparing for the upcoming Western Australian season. Despite facing some challenges with rain and windy conditions, the overall production has been good. read more

At the request of Procomer and the Costa Rican ministries, Pafru S.A. is participating in this year's Fruit Attraction in Madrid for the first time, with an exclusive presentation in the conference room above Hall 12. The focus of the presentation will be on the new varieties and consumer demand. read more

The owner of the Greek fruit exporter Europe Export, Apostolos Tsinoglou, noted that lower kiwi production in Greece is due to the frosty weather and water issues. He mentioned that early kiwi varieties such as Tsechelidis and Greenlight have been affected by these conditions, leading to reduced harvests. read more

"While not all countries or companies have the resources to invest in the latest grading and sorting technology, used and refurbished equipment from Fruit Graders offers a cost-effective and reliable alternative. 'We source used processing equipment from all over the world,' says sales." read more

The Port of Pecém has initiated the fruit export season for 2025/2026, with plans to handle approximately 200 refrigerated containers per week to Europe until February 2026. The shipments consist of fruits from various northeastern states. Over the weekend, the 335-meter-long MSC Leila docked at the port to... read more

AgroFresh will showcase its postharvest technology range at Fruit Attraction 2025. The company will present solutions such as SmartFresh, Harvista, FreshCloud Inspection, and Rubens. Moreover, Rubens has been submitted for the Fruit Attraction Innovation Hub Awards in the digital category. read more