Because after a season interrupted by heavy rainfalls, hail, and floods, this year's harvest benefited from nearly perfect weather during the critical summer ripening period, resulting in an excellent harvest. read more

"The Day of German Asparagus" is a tribute to a culinary icon that connects generations, shapes landscapes, and becomes the main actor on plates and weekly markets during the short harvest season. Hardly any other food combines agricultural tradition, regional... read more

This operation ensures the preservation of the Air Belgium brand, jobs, and expertise of the Belgian teams, while also maintaining a robust air freight network that meets market demands. This step is in line with the strategy. read more

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) in India has announced a series of reforms aimed at enhancing air cargo movement, as reported by RuralVoice. read more

The Australian Food and Wine Collaboration Group has launched its Taste the Wonders of Australia campaign in Tokyo, to commemorate the enduring trade partnership between Australia and Japan. read more

Grupa Australian Food and Wine Collaboration Group wprowadziła swoją inicjatywę Taste the Wonders of Australia do Tokio, celebrując długotrwałe relacje handlowe między Australią a Japonią. read more

The upcoming Winter edition of Produce Plus is our annual Hort Connections Special, distributed at Australia and New Zealand's largest horticulture conference and trade show on June 4-6. read more

Nigeria's cold chain logistics are experiencing a shortage, with less than 1,000 cold trucks available, which is significantly below the required 25,000 to handle over 11 million metric tons of perishable goods annually, as reported by the U.S. International Trade Administration. This gap underscores the need for investment. read more

We are currently at a key point in the mango campaigns, as the Peruvian season is coming to a close and the West African season is just starting. "Peru should have completed its campaign earlier, but due to logistical issues, some containers arrived late," explains Bruno Chartier, the manager of Sun7fruits. read more

The mango season in Mexico started early and positively this year. "This allowed many importers to start the season with a good volume," said Cindy Schwing from Splendid by Porvenir. Last year, the Mexican season started very late, resulting in a decrease in overall production. read more

The Dutch Spring Trials, also known as the Pack Trials, are taking place this week. Eight breeders are showcasing the latest novelty assortments to growers, retailers, and industry peers. Visitors have traveled from as far as Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, and Canada, with the majority attending from European countries. read more

The Igp Cauliflower from the Sele Plain and DolceClementina are being introduced in Gdo today with an additional added value: an innovative, eco-friendly packaging certified according to the "Vaschette Bestack" protocol. These two horticultural excellences from Italy - produced by Op - are now offering a sustainable packaging solution. read more

According to recent consumer trend data from Fruitnet, Japanese shoppers prioritize freshness, nutritional balance, and reducing food waste when making grocery purchases. read more

Spain is the EU's largest organic producer by surface area and the sixth largest in the world, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food's latest study on the characterization and projection of organic production in 2023. Organic production reached 4.94 million tons in 2023. read more

"He doesn't want to be overly optimistic," says Safpro's Craig Jensen, "but the season is looking extremely positive for South Africa and, external factors aside, 'the only people who could ruin it in many ways are probably ourselves.' We will need to be very careful about the quality of fruit being." read more

Another weather setback has been added to the challenges faced by stone fruit producers in the wider area of Tyrnavos, Greece. Two days of hailstorms in late April caused additional damage to the already devastated production from the frost in March. "The March frost had already destroyed this year's... read more

Ukraine has suspended applications for orchard and greenhouse development grants under the eRobota program due to the exhaustion of allocated state budget funds, the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food announced. The ministry stated that all funds earmarked for the creation and expansion of such facilities have been fully utilized. read more

In the citrus groves of Huelva, Spain, the presence of Paracoccus burnerae, a mealybug species not previously reported in Europe, has recently been confirmed. This was reported by the Spanish entomologist Jesús Quintano Sánchez, who documented its appearance in conjunction with attacks from the... read more

Morocco’s avocado success story sounds like a horticultural fairy tale: in a short span of time, a serene part of North Africa has transformed into one of the most promising new suppliers of this creamy, green fruit. For retailers and importers in search of exceptional produce, Moroccan avocados provide a unique option. read more

Johannesburg is scheduled to host the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference from May 14-16, 2025, at the Sandton Convention Centre. The conference will highlight Africa's significance in the worldwide fresh produce industry, addressing topics such as food security, climate change, and market modernization. read more