"Moldovan apricots, cherries, and peaches – symbolic of the warm season – are becoming more and more popular among German consumers. Throughout the year, dried fruits and nuts from the Republic of Moldova are also highly sought after, sourced from producers certified to the highest standards." read more

The International Blueberry Industry Association's most recent report emphasizes Southeast Asia and the Middle East as regions with significant short-term growth potential for blueberries and other berries. India is recognized as a market that "cannot be ignored" and has become a focal point for several stakeholders. read more

Four small producer cooperatives, Coobafrio, Asobanarcoop, Emprebancoop, and Coomulbanano, in the Zona Bananera municipality of the Magdalena department, have developed a production model that, despite sector challenges, remains active in European markets and seeks more recognition for bananas. read more

The sweet potato, which originates from the sandy soils of Sanlúcar de Barrameda, has extended its presence across Spain as demand grows. Fresh consumption has risen from just over 4 kilograms per person per year to about 6 kilograms. This change is partly attributed to the fact that many consumers now prefer it over other vegetables. read more

Greenfood AB has signed a Share Purchase Agreement with Dole Nordic AB for the sale of its Fresh Produce business, the company announced. Greenfood currently operates across three business areas: Picadeli, Food Solutions, and Fresh Produce. The Fresh Produce division includes the group's fruit. read more

The campaign of 2025/2026 is considered a pivotal moment for the French potato industry, as stated in a press release by France's national interprofessional body for the fresh potato sector (CNIPT). The area dedicated to storing potatoes continues to see significant growth, with a 25% increase since 2023 and a 15% rise compared to 2024. read more

The Inter-branch Organization for Melon and Watermelon in Castilla-La Mancha has analyzed data on the cultivated area of these fruits in the region. In 2025, the cultivated area of melon and watermelon in Castilla-La Mancha, as reported in the Single Payment aid declaration, was approximately 10,574 hectares. read more

India's onion export season is gaining momentum again, with Bangladesh resuming as a significant purchaser of Indian onions, according to Jatin Kucha of Semina Agro Products, a producer and exporter of fresh produce. "Approximately 200 trucks transporting more than 6,000 tonnes of red and white onions are crossing the border daily," read more

Popyt na polskie jabłka odmiany Gala jest silny w tym okresie roku, co według Emilii Lewandowskiej, menedżera biura w firmie Fruit-Group, nie jest niczym nietypowym: "W tej chwili mamy większy popyt na Gala, zwłaszcza na długie dostawy. To regularny schemat każdego roku: w październiku zaczynamy eksportować". read more

Po trudnym 2024 roku, który był naznaczony zjawiskiem El Niño, peruwiańska branża awokado odzyskała siłę w 2025 roku. Jednym z kluczowych graczy, Westfalia Fruit Perú, nie tylko się odbił, ale teraz kładzie solidne podstawy do dalszego wzrostu, zarówno pod względem wolumenu, dywersyfikacji rynku, jak i w…

After a difficult 2024 marked by the El Niño phenomenon, Peru's avocado industry has regained strength in 2025. One of the key players, Westfalia Fruit Perú, has not only bounced back but is now laying solid groundwork for further growth, both in volume and market diversification, as well as in... read more

Cimcorp has released a 30-minute documentary to commemorate its 50th year in business, detailing the company's growth in conjunction with the advancements in automation and intralogistics. Titled "The Future of Automation," the film delves into the company's journey with insights from both current and former employees. read more

Eksport świeżych owoców z RPA wzrósł znacząco w tym roku, osiągając prawie 5 milionów ton, co stanowi rekordową ilość. W poprzednich trzech latach eksport pozostawał stosunkowo stabilny na poziomie około 4,2 miliona ton. W porównaniu, 10 lat temu wolumen eksportu wynosił około 3 miliony ton. Teraz jest nieco poniżej. read more

"Favourable weather conditions have supported the citrus fruit campaign thus far. In the case of blood oranges, the current cooler temperatures are enhancing pigmentation. As we enter the peak of the season in the 51st week of the year, larger volumes of blood oranges are now available in the market," reports. read more

The Valencia-based company Genesis Fresh has completed a series of field visits across Spain's main citrus-growing regions to present new mandarin varieties currently in commercial production. The tour covered production areas from Tarragona to Huelva, including the Valencian Community, Murcia. read more

Mexico remains the world's second-largest producer of lemons, with an annual output of over 3.2 million tons. Lemons are a key component of both daily diets and the country's agri-food system. Data from the Agri-Food and Fisheries Information Service (SIAP) indicates that in 2024, national production reached... read more

After introducing a specific range of shallot varieties to the European market about 12 years ago, Magnus Kahl Seeds (MKS) varieties have now become a crucial aspect of the production programs for numerous major European shallot producers. "The 2025 European shallot season was exceptionally busy for read more

T&G Global has announced that it achieved higher returns for its growers during the 2025 apple season in Aotearoa New Zealand, due to favorable pricing and increased demand for its premium and commercial apple programs. In 2025, T&G plans to pay a total of NZ$172 million (US$104 million) to its New Zealand growers for Envy™. read more

Mango producers in Brazil's São Francisco Valley are reevaluating their export strategies in response to recent trade disruptions and shifts in access to the United States market. With the removal of tariffs on mangoes, growers have resumed shipments to the U.S. while also exploring new markets to diversify their exports. read more

The La Unió Llauradora warns of a new pest, Phenacoccus solenopsis, discovered in the Valencia Region. This pest primarily targets solanaceous crops such as peppers, tomatoes, and eggplants, as well as ornamental plants. It was first identified in Alicante on a lemon tree in Elche, and... read more

The prices of chili peppers in Thanh Hoa province, Vietnam have significantly risen during the winter season, with farmgate prices occasionally surpassing 100,000 VND per kilogram (approximately US$4.00/kg). This price surge has boosted profits for farmers in numerous communities, prompting them to expand their cultivation areas. read more