The blueberry harvesting sector is currently facing a critical phase, marked by the growing challenge of finding skilled labor and the rise in operating costs. To maintain competitiveness and ensure continuous production, it is strategic to integrate automated or semi-automated systems. read more

SAP has announced that Zespri has implemented a fully digitized claims platform using SAP cloud technologies, aimed at streamlining customer claims management across its global supply chain. The new system replaces a previously manual process and is designed to support faster and more consistent processing of claims. read more

Wielki wzrost powierzchni upraw truskawek oraz produkcji w tym sezonie w Egipcie spowodował komplikacje handlowe, a eksporterzy wciąż borykają się z przywróceniem równowagi. Tak twierdzi Ahmed Wagih, CEO firmy Agri Green. Plantator twierdzi, że "masowy napływ nowych plantatorów oraz wzrost" read more

In 2025, Azerbaijan imported fruits and vegetables from Turkey worth $21.057 million, which was a decrease of 9.7% compared to 2024, according to the Turkish Exporters Assembly via Report. In December alone, Turkey exported $1.798 million worth of fruits and vegetables to Azerbaijan, marking a 1.8% increase. read more

W tym sezonie, rynek borówki w Ameryce Łacińskiej doświadcza stabilnych wolumenów, oczekiwanej podaży oraz rosnącego nacisku na jakość. Simón Andrés Muñoz, starszy konsultant w firmie CASM Blueberries, analizuje sezon 2025-2026, skupiając się na produkcji, odmianach, cenach i logistyce. read more

Cairo 3A for Agriculture has announced the inauguration of the initial stage of a commercial blueberry farm in Wadi El-Natrun, signaling Egypt's foray into large-scale blueberry cultivation. This first phase involves investments totaling EGP 442.2 million, approximately equivalent to US$14 million, and is part of read more

Ceny marchwi w Polsce zaczęły rosnąć na początku grudnia, a tendencja wzrostowa nadal utrzymuje się, choć z bardzo niskiego punktu wyjścia. Pod koniec ubiegłego roku średnia cena hurtowa wzrosła o około 6% w ciągu miesiąca, co stanowi skromny, ale pozytywny rozwój dla lokalnych producentów. read more

Podczas zimowego sezonu, najczęściej dostępnymi dzikimi odmianami grzybów w Ameryce Północnej są Czarny Trąbka, Żółtanek i Jeżowiec. „Nazywamy je naszymi 'zimowymi grzybami', ponieważ są dostępne między styczniem a marcem, jeśli pogoda pozwoli” - mówi Joe Salvo, prezes Ponderosa. read more

At the beginning of 2026, southern Italy experienced a cold snap. The sudden drop in temperature had a significant impact on the fruit and vegetable sector in northern Apulia, specifically affecting artichokes and fennel. Between New Year's Eve and New Year's Day, temperatures suddenly plummeted to -4°C. read more

The citrus season is currently facing some challenges. With the clementine season ending prematurely and the mandarin season starting slowly, there is reduced availability in the market, despite a very favorable consumer demand. This situation is being observed at the Rungis MIN, Ets Meseguer. read more

Cold chain management is becoming a key operational concern for fresh produce supply chains as factors such as volatility, cost pressures, and sustainability requirements impact planning up to 2026. For fruit and vegetable companies, enhancing resilience in temperature-controlled logistics is becoming more important. read more

Importing Iranian Red Delicious apples into India is currently challenging, as the landing costs have exceeded the wholesale selling prices in South India, according to Syed Salehus Sabah of the fruit importer Al Fatah Impex. He mentioned that the situation is exacerbated by 50% import duties, increases in freight charges, and inflationary pressures resulting from political disputes. read more

Global processed tomato production in 2025 is estimated to be around 40.3 million metric tonnes (mt), a decrease of 12% compared to 45.8 million mt in 2024, according to data released by the World Processing Tomato Council. Despite the decline in production, inventories are still high following a record... read more

India's pomegranate exports are experiencing robust growth, with more than 60,000 tonnes worth USD 53 million being shipped in the first nine months of the 2025-26 season, according to Viraj Pimple of Fruit Delight LLP, a fresh produce exporting company. "Production has increased, and we are preparing for Super Bhagwa exports starting in May." read more

The decision to suspend imports of products containing residues of substances banned in Europe was announced on January 4th by French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard and Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu. The order was officially published on Wednesday, January 7th and applies to 5 substances, including fungicides. read more

Researchers from the University of La Laguna have developed a genetic method to identify avocado varieties belonging to the Antillana race, which are known for their tolerance to saline irrigation water. The method aims to assist nurseries by allowing genetic certification of these varieties. read more

As of 12/1/2025, European apple and pear stocks are higher compared to the previous year, despite increased movement compared to the same period last season. Stock levels vary significantly by country, influenced by differences in production, movement rates, and domestic demand. Total European apple stocks are still relatively high. read more

The Import Promotion Desk will showcase a variety of tropical and subtropical fruits from South America and Africa at Fruit Logistica in Berlin from February 4 to 6. Approximately 40 companies from ten countries, including Egypt, Brazil, Ecuador, Ghana, and Kenya, will participate at Booth 25, C03. read more

After 15 seasons as president of Peaches and Apricots of France, Bruno Darnaud has decided to retire as a farmer and professional leader. Alexi Bois, a 37-year-old producer of peaches, apricots, and kiwis near Nîmes, has been elected by the association's management committee to take on this role. read more

New research projects funded by Hortgro aim to quantify environmental impacts across the South African deciduous-fruit value chain, focusing on carbon accounting and life cycle assessment for pome and stone fruit. The projects are being led by specialist sustainability consultancy Blue North. read more