International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) held its annual Executive Leadership Summit (ELS) in Berlin on February 6. The invitation-only event, held in conjunction with Fruit Logistica, welcomed more than 120 executive leadership from 24 countries to discuss the major issues facing the
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The Chinese New Year (CNY) is synonymous with bright red cherries from Chile, with the second biggest export number of this sought after fruit sent to this Asian nation this year. According to Andy Xie, an importer from the company Junli based in Shanghai, China, the pricing was higher just
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With the Florida-grown Juicy Crunch Craft Cultivated Tangerines selling out a fifth year in a row, the tangerine’s harvest is ending early. The fruit was ready early this season and, facing other Hurricane Ian hangover challenges, the tangerine still had the highest brix of any full-grown
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LC Packaging has received the predicate ‘Royal’ in honour of its 100th anniversary. On the 4th of December 2023, the designation Royal was granted to LC Packaging by His Majesty King Willem-Alexander, King of the Netherlands. This privilege is reserved for a very select group of Dutch
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The Fruit Logistica fruit and vegetable industry show, which took place from 7 to 9 February, recorded growth in terms of visitors, exhibitors and exhibition space. The trade fair was also more international than ever according to the organisers. read more

The protests in France and Belgium have now spilled over to Spain. "In the past 24 hours, protesting Spaniards have repeatedly pulled over trucks from Morocco and Senegal. These activists then drive these to local depots, where they switch off the refrigeration and leave the doors open. Then, if
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Valentine's Day has come and gone. Around this time, thoughts might typically turn towards champagne and strawberries, or perhaps even tomatoes. However, a quintessential Belgian vegetable, chicory (witloof), might not be the first thing that comes to mind. Yet, BelOrta sees a natural connection
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The fresh produce industry around the world is at the forefront of experiencing the tangible effects of climate change. In regions like California, recent weather patterns have brought about unseasonably high rainfall, which goes beyond typical seasonal fluctuations. “This is a manifestation
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The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) is very pleased to welcome an additional direct shipping service from the ports of Ngqura and Port Elizabeth for the export of citrus. MSC has recently announced an additional service, running every Tuesday from the end of May to the
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The upcoming kiwifruit season has the potential to be a year of strong growth across all kiwifruit offerings this year, with Zespri expecting to ship around 193 million trays of kiwifruit to markets around the world. read more

Irish home consumption and retail sales remain unchanged. The availability of pre-pack quality stock is tightening and prices reported are reflective of this. The viability of overwintered crop is questionable, some growers have up to 50 acres remaining to be harvested due to poor weather
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In 2023, the Netherlands emerged as a pivotal hub for Peruvian agro-exports, marking a 9% uptick in acquisitions. The Dutch market's appetite spanned over 50 agricultural commodities, with blueberries, avocados, grapes and mangoes leading the charge, collectively accounting for 79% of the total
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Recent research from the University of Oregon College of Education, published in Appetite, unveils that boys aged 8 to 10 perceive certain foods as gender-specific, impacting their dietary choices. Funded by federal resources, this study explored children's eating habits by providing a diverse
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Japan's financial authorities have raised alarms over the yen's swift fluctuations, particularly after it surged past the 150 yen mark, posing threats to the country's trade-dependent economy. The U.S. dollar reached a three-month high following reports of an unexpected rise in U.S. inflation in
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Last week at Fruit Logistica 'It’s Fresh' launched their 2nd generation ethylene moderating technology to extend the peak ripeness window and quality of fresh produce, a new brand RYPEN has been created for this new tech. read more

The latest social media trend in China involves young people competing to consume strawberries without using their teeth, aiming to leave behind a "strawberry skeleton" with only seeds and white veins. Originating from a post on Xiaohongshu by a user named @Aqing, this challenge emphasizes the
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After over 80 years as a cornerstone of the local economy, the Düsseldorf Wholesale Market will soon be saying "END OF THE LINE". Since its inception, the wholesale market has played a central role in Düsseldorf's economic structure. It is a living symbol of the perfect harmony between
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As a next step in its ongoing efforts to create a more sustainable food chain, Nature’s Pride shared at Fruit Logistica its new ambitions for the care of people and nature towards 2028. The company includes biodiversity conservation in its growing areas as part of its new ambitions. The
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In the wake of ongoing farmers' protests, security measures including the sealing of state borders around Delhi have sparked concerns over the supply of essentials, potentially hiking retail prices of fruits and vegetables. read more

In 2024, Peruvian fresh ginger exports continue to fall short of expectations. In the last week, the country exported 694 tons of ginger, i.e. 12% less than in the previous week and 50% less than in the same week in 2023, according to data from Fresh Fruit. So far, Peru has exported less than
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