Cameroon's banana exports decreased by 10% year-on-year in August, as reported by the Cameroon Banana Association (Assobacam). The total export volume was 14,639 tons, down from 16,105 tons in August 2024, marking a decline of 1,466 tons. This drop was primarily due to reduced shipments from Plantations. read more

Forecasts for the Polish apple crop suggest stable to increased yields, with some market players anticipating a bumper harvest. Poland faced frost in April and May, with overnight temperatures dropping between -3°C and -7°C in certain areas. Hailstorms in June also had a further impact on early crops. read more

The French apricot season has already ended, but the nectarine and peach season is currently coming to a close. When looking at the volumes, quality, demand, and partnerships with retailers during the stone fruit season, what conclusions can be made? There seems to be a mirror effect for the nectarine and peach campaign in France. read more

Last week marked the 30th anniversary since Tasty Tom made its first appearance at the ZON auction clock in Venlo. For ZON Unigrow, the organization responsible for the sales and marketing of Tasty Tom, this milestone symbolizes three decades of teamwork, quality, and market development. From flavorful tomatoes to robust... read more

As the lemon season, scheduled to begin in a few weeks, is being planned, southern Italy is still experiencing very high temperatures, with peaks exceeding 30 °C. "Currently, lemon trees are undergoing a stressful period due to the intense heat and prolonged drought. It has not rained for over six months, which has led to" read more

Badanie sugeruje, że ludzkie preferencje alkoholowe mogą wywodzić się od przodków naczelnych, którzy polegali na fermentujących owocach jako źródle pożywienia. Badacze donoszą, że dzikie szympansy spożywają dziennie równowartość małej butelki piwa poprzez swoją dietę dojrzałych owoców. read more

For the Thailand-based exporter Fresh Point, fresh produce is a global business. From its headquarters in Bangkok and packing house in Nakhon Pathom, the company has been shipping fruits and vegetables worldwide for over 30 years. Business Development representative Nachanon Chingthong says that. read more

A new fruit variety named red berry grapes, sold under the Boombites brand, has been launched in UK supermarkets. These grapes have a red pulp similar to berries or cherries, while their appearance is similar to table grapes. The product is exclusively available at M&S and Ocado for £3 (US$3.80). read more

With cranberry season in full swing, the Cranberry Institute has released an updated version of The Berry Best Guidebook, a digital resource that compiles scientific research on the health benefits of cranberries. The new edition includes recently published studies that explore additional potential areas of impact. read more

With the last few seeded Victoria grapes and the first few seedless ones from patented varieties, Kavala—the latest grape-growing region in Greece—is currently on the market. "These days we're working at a relaxed pace. Personally, I've run out of my own Victoria stocks, and since August 24, read more

Sezon jagód, cytrusów i awokado z Peru znajduje się w punkcie zwrotnym. Ograniczona dostępność owoców, skutki klimatyczne i rosnąca globalna konkurencja definiują ceny, rynki i strategie. Tymczasem peruwiańscy eksporterzy starają się wykorzystać nowe możliwości w Azji, Indiach. read more

Sun World International and Pairwise have announced the establishment of a joint venture to work together in the specialty fruit sector, starting with the creation of a pitless cherry. Sun World will hold exclusive commercial rights to this genetic innovation as they aim to be the first to enter the market with a high-quality product. read more

SunGold kiwifruit has been marketed as a potential opportunity for affluent foreigners to secure New Zealand residency through the government's Active Investor Plus visa scheme. The program was revised earlier this year to attract foreign investment, as stated by Immigration Minister Erica. read more

In Moldova, recent September rains have caused cracking in table grape varieties, sparking concerns about their quality and export potential. Cracking happens when berries split due to abrupt shifts in moisture and temperature, and is seen as a significant problem for late-season grapes. read more

Vine tomatoes were mainly sourced from the Netherlands and Belgium, while round tomatoes came from Poland and Belgium. Almost all beef tomatoes were sourced from Belgium. Cherry tomatoes primarily came from the Netherlands and Italy. The selection was completed with domestic shipments, as per the... read more

Wattie's New Zealand has clarified that the decision to decrease peach production in Hawke's Bay is due to a decrease in demand, rather than the recent announcement of the parent company Kraft Heinz splitting its global operations. Peach growers in Hawke's Bay were informed that their fruit would no read more

On Sunday, September 14, much of Belgium celebrated the 43rd edition of the Day of Agriculture. This annual event, organized by Boerenbond and Landelijke Gilden, gives the public a chance to peek behind the scenes of modern farming and horticulture. Around 40 farms and read more

FruitMasters will be introducing its new raspberry variety, Rubin, and showcasing its Smart Fruit Hub at the upcoming Fruit Attraction trade fair in Madrid. This event is one of the major gatherings for the global fruit and vegetable industry. Fabien Dumont, the International Sales Director, stated: read more

W październiku sektor owoców ponownie zaznacza kluczową datę w kalendarzu: Fruit Attraction. Wydarzenie stało się wizytówką branży, prezentującą trendy, innowacje i możliwości networkingowe. Niemniej jednak, Viveros Mariano Soria podkreśla, że "marginesy zysku, które stają się coraz węższe, nie są jeszcze określone w". read more

The harvesting of the Sweet Sensation pear has started, with growers anticipating a volume of just over 6 million kilograms this season. Inspector Co van Wiggen mentioned that the fruit size is slightly smaller than in previous years, but the color is reported as good, and most pears are within retail size. read more