"The onion market is active, but that's about it," laments Laurens Mostert of Daily Onions from Valkenburg. "There is a continuous challenge to obtain sufficient volume to keep the machines operating. Some packers are quiet, while others are slightly busier; there is no real pressure in the market. Capacity." read more

The story of Little Spider, a company that eliminates the need for pesticides in greenhouses, emerged from Handelskwekerij Bruinen. In November 2025, Little Spider won the Royal FloraHolland Sustainability Award. Co-owner Fleur Bruinen said, "We didn't expect a small spider read more

Brazil is expanding its presence in the global fruit market, with the sector aiming to align its production capacity with export performance. In an interview on Nova Cidade FM, MBR commercial director Renato Miralla stated that the country, currently the third largest fruit producer in the world, is seeking to read more

With temperatures rising across China, a variety of agricultural products are coming into season. In response, Onedayone Group has dispatched its quality management team to production areas, offering on-site support to farmers on pesticide practices and field records in order to enhance traceability. read more

Ain Sokhna Port handles approximately 60 percent of Egypt's citrus shipments, contributing to the country's status as one of the leading global exporters. The port links Egyptian production regions to markets in the Gulf, India, and the Far East, facilitated by cold chain infrastructure for transporting perishable goods. read more

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The global fruit and vegetable industry is facing a period of rising prices due to increasing costs of production and disruptions in supply chains. Fresh produce systems work with narrow profit margins, high perishability, and rely on coordinated production, logistics, and retail distribution. read more

Po dwóch miesiącach eksportu cytryn, blisko 4,5 miliona kartonów o wadze 15 kg zostało sprawdzonych przed wysłaniem: na północy zbieranie cytryn było często przerywane przez deszcz, co początkowo wydawało się niewielkim błogosławieństwem, kiedy wybuchła wojna. Obecne zawieszenie broni jest uważnie obserwowane.

After two months of lemon exports, close to 4.5 million 15kg cartons have been inspected for shipping: in the north, lemon harvesting was frequently interrupted by rain, which, initially, seemed a slight blessing in disguise when the war first broke out. The current ceasefire is watched avidly. read more

Cherry seasons pass quickly. From harvesting to packaging for retail, packers work within a short time frame where line speed, product quality, and labor efficiency must all work together effectively. A single bottleneck, like a jam in the reject system, a belt malfunction, or a slowdown in sorting, can result in a loss of thousands of dollars. read more

Rozmowy o zawieszeniu broni, które mogłyby prowadzić do częściowego ponownego otwarcia Cieśniny Ormuz, zakończyły się niepowodzeniem pod koniec ubiegłego tygodnia, po czym nastąpiło blokowanie przez marynarkę wojenną USA ruchu związanego z Iranem. Ograniczony ruch statków przez Zatokę jest mało prawdopodobny do wznowienia na większą skalę, dopóki warunki nie ustabilizują się. Zamknięcie spowodowało zmniejszenie globalnego read more

Pink Lady® Europe will be present at Macfrut 2026 with a solid growth dynamic and a structured development strategy throughout the entire supply chain. read more

The heart and center of the RHS Chelsea Flower Show, the Great Pavilion is filled with vibrant flowers, scientific research, innovation, and immersive exhibits. Here are the highlights inside the large tent. At the center of the Great Pavilion is the Monument Feature: read more

In recent years, sustainability has transitioned from being a reputation lever to a true competitiveness factor even for the agri-food sector, including the fruit and vegetable industry. Market demands, increasing consumer awareness, environmental policies, and conditions set by large retailers are all contributing factors. read more

Growers and greenhouse owners are increasingly looking for solutions to help them maintain control as complexity in their operations continues to increase. They are seeking solutions and technologies that will keep their operations stable, provide clarity in daily decision-making, and effectively utilize the growing stream of greenhouse data. read more

In 2024, over 14 thousand tons of Fairtrade-certified bananas were sold in Italy, showing a 1.5% increase compared to the previous year, according to the Social Balance Sheet of Fairtrade Italy. Fair trade continues to be a concrete lever in the global fruit and vegetable supply chain. read more

Pink Lady Europes will be one of the protagonists at Macfrut 2026 (Hall 3, stand 111), where it will present to industry operators the results of the season and the brand's development prospects. The participation in the fair comes at a positive stage for the brand, in a context of read more

The Frutti di Gil, a joint venture between Gruppo Orsero - a leader in the distribution of fruit and vegetable products - and Cerchia Holding of the Molari family - specialists in varietal selection and berry nursery - will be present at Macfrut 2026 with a stand in Pavilion D2 (Stand X). read more

Nespak and Ciesse Paper will be attending Macfrut to demonstrate how packaging for fruits and vegetables can evolve in a tangible way, combining product protection, industrial practicality, shelf appeal, and more options in materials. Visit stand D3-73 to learn more about the innovations from these two Italian companies. read more

As part of the Blueberry Factory 2026 project, long-term observations are being conducted on the impact of a substrate based on brown coal on the condition and productivity of highbush blueberry shrubs. One of the analyzed plots is the 'Bluecrop' variety, where - we. read more

Maersk announced investments in two inland facilities in Rio Grande (RS) and Paranaguá (PR), expanding its logistics network in southern Brazil. The developments respond to demand for integrated logistics solutions and reflect the role of Brazil in South American trade flows. Rio Grande and read more