The new pear season is quickly approaching. The last remaining stocks are being delivered, and there is limited availability for free trade. Looking forward to the upcoming harvest, there are still some concerns. However, grower Bert Morren anticipates a lower yield of Conference pears due to a combination of factors... read more

India has exported its first shipment of fresh jamun from Karnataka to London, according to The Print. This is a significant achievement as previously, only frozen berries were exported from India. The shipment was made possible by the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development. read more

CEO Mariya Dermendzhieva of Bulgarian fresh produce trader Triland states that there is a high demand for Egyptian table grapes in Europe this season. She mentioned, "The current Egyptian grape season is very intriguing for various reasons. The demand from Europe is strong and consistent. For the second consecutive year,..." read more

Florida is expected to have a larger citrus crop this fall. According to Doug Feek of Feek Family Citrus, grapefruit production is projected to increase by around 50 percent compared to last year, while oranges are expected to be between 50 to 100 percent higher than the previous season at this time. Feek also mentioned that the sizing of the fruits looks good. read more

On Wednesday, June 18, KWS Vegetables inaugurated a new R&D center in Andijk. This facility, which includes a greenhouse, office, and laboratories, demonstrates the German family business's commitment to advancing in the vegetable seed industry. As a new entrant in this field, KWS is making a significant investment in research and development. read more

The apple season in Europe has been characterized by a low supply and smaller-than-average sizes, particularly in some varieties. Currently, bicolored and red apple varieties are almost sold out, with the season ending earlier than usual. As for Golden and Granny apples, read more

Po zamknięciu granicy tajsko-kambodżańskiej, które zakłóciło handel owocami i warzywami międzygraniczny, ministerstwo handlu Tajlandii nawiązało współpracę z Thai AirAsia, aby wesprzeć krajowych rolników. Jak podaje ThaiPost, Thai AirAsia zakupi 1000 ton owoców: longanów, mangostanów i Phu. read more

Anyone who thinks that a large amount of fruit is being wastefully discarded in the Dutch food industry is greatly mistaken. At VS Apple Industries, a company that focuses on processing fresh apples for salads, baked goods, and dairy products, the key focus is on smart utilization and sustainability. "We utilize every part." read more

The global apple market is currently facing a combination of stable demand, local supply difficulties, and price fluctuations. Factors such as weather conditions, changing consumer tastes, and global trading trends are influencing the situation in major apple-producing and importing nations. In Italy, apple stocks are... read more

ZTI, in collaboration with Van der Plas Sprouts, has specially developed a machine for cutting micro-vegetables. "Previously, this was all done by hand. Not only was it heavy and repetitive work, but the sprouts were never cut to exactly the same length. Moreover, we prefer to handle the delicate… read more

Domestic offers clearly dominated the market. They were available in both six- and eight-piece packs. In some places, the loads were available without competition. They were mostly flanked by Belgian loads. A few Dutch and French products also participated in marketing. The quality was generally read more

Bangladesh is ramping up its efforts to increase fruit production and exports, with the goal of boosting its domestic agricultural sector and enhancing its global market presence. Agriculture Secretary Dr. Mohammad Emdad Ullah Mian discussed the country's strategic plans in an interview with Samakal. read more

Sezon czosnku egipskiego zbliża się do końca, a był to udany sezon, z lepszą dostępnością niż w poprzednim sezonie, mówi Amro Yassin z egipskiego eksportera produktów rolnych Stars of Export: "Dla zielonego czosnku egipskiego, początek był bardzo dobry ogólnie. Popyt na rynku był wysoki, ale z powodu morza read more

Basil from the Netherlands, in the middle of winter? Until last year, it was a project, but since January, it has been a reality. "We now supply Dutch-grown basil, year-round, guaranteed," says Piet van Vugt. Dutch chives are also available every day of the year at Van Vugt Kruiden, as are edible… read more

The new Greek garlic harvesting season is coming to an end, with the beginning of the trade in dried garlic soon to begin. The early regions of Laconia and Evia have already sold out of their fresh garlic, with only a few volumes being kept to be turned into dried product. read more

"It's a very interesting season again," remarks Ilze Brand (right), Fresh-Pride procurement director. Fresh-Pride, part of the Fruitful-Ventures group, which includes Olympic Fruit and Hoofman-Roodzant, is an importer and exporter for the Middle and Far East, South East Asia, India, Africa, and... read more

In the week ending on June 15, 2025 (week 24), wholesale banana prices in several European countries showed mixed movements compared to the previous week (ending on June 8, 2025). According to the latest data, Latvia (LV) recorded a minor price increase, with average wholesale rates rising from €100. read more

SanLucar, a supplier of fruit and vegetables, has entered into an exclusive production and export agreement with Sun World, a company renowned for innovation and development of various varieties. The agreement is centered around the development and production of new table grape varieties and other crops in Ecuador. read more

The citrus industry has come together to release an educational video game designed to emphasize the importance of pure orange juice and the efforts of the industry behind it. Known as Zumotron, the game serves as the focal point of the campaign "Nothing more than juice. Nothing less than juice". read more

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport (CSMIA) in Mumbai, India, facilitated the export of 3,624 metric tons of mangoes during April and May 2025, marking a 9% increase compared to the previous year. The airport remains integral in the logistics of perishable goods, as noted in an. read more