Maroko is steadily strengthening its position in the German avocado market, significantly increasing export volumes, according to EastFruit.

Maroko is steadily strengthening its position in the German avocado market, significantly increasing export volumes, according to EastFruit. read more

The Bucha community received a gift from the Netherlands - 100,000 tulip bulbs. The announcement was made by Bucha's mayor, Anatoliy Fedoruk. Municipal workers will plant the tulips in Bucha City Park, and by spring they will bloom across large meadows. The initiative was carried out by Smit Flowers. read more

India's coconut industry is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. "Neglected farm maintenance resulting from previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, and excessive..." read more

Despar Italy's 65th birthday was the highlight of Despar Italy's Press Day 2025, the consortium company that brings together six distribution companies and affiliated retailers under the Despar brand. The event took place today, Tuesday, October 28, in Milan at an exclusive location. read more

The United States' decision to reimpose a 17% antidumping duty on Mexican tomatoes has created new uncertainty for the country's exporters. For decades, Mexico has supplied most of the fresh tomatoes consumed in the U.S. market, maintaining an integrated supply chain that supports thousands of jobs. read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has announced a call for applications for a new grant program in the State Agrarian Registry (SAR) to assist small-scale farmers and winemakers in the Odesa region, as reported by EastFruit. This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with the... read more

Tokyo's obsession with bananas runs deep, from its famous Tokyo Banana sponge cakes to chocolate-dipped banana snacks at festivals. The beloved Tokyo Banana, made with real banana paste, was created by Grapestone Co. as a tourist souvenir rather than a local tradition, quickly becoming Japan's. read more

"The Dutch mushroom season started on September 1, and demand is on the rise," says Bert Spronk from Spronk Champignons, a mushroom farm and wholesaler in the Netherlands. "During the fall, the demand for chestnut and shiitake mushrooms typically increases. These products are becoming increasingly popular." read more

Morocco has significantly expanded its participation in the German avocado market, surpassing the export volumes during the 2024/25 season, as reported by EastFruit data. Between November 2024 and August 2025, Moroccan exporters delivered 19,600 metric tons of avocados to Germany, valued at nearly US$80 million. read more

South African stonefruit producers are predicting a significant increase in nectarine production this season, with more modest growth expected for plums and peaches. read more

Belgium exported nearly 500,000 tonnes of potatoes to the UK last year, mainly in frozen forms. As the leading potato exporter in Europe, Belgium now provides more than half of all imported processed potatoes in the UK, amounting to €820 million in 2024 alone. read more

The Japan Fruit and Vegetables Export Promotion Council (J-FEC) has partnered with Sanrio and its character Hello Kitty to launch the interactive digital campaign Hello Kitty Japanese Fruit Hunt. read more

Fresh Peruvian Hass avocados have been granted entry into the Philippines following the signing of a bilateral work plan between the two countries. This agreement establishes the phytosanitary procedures and requirements for exporting the avocados. read more

Swapnil Aware, a board member of Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods, stated that the Indian grape season for 2025-2026 has started off rough due to weather conditions. He mentioned, "The grape season in India has begun under tense and uncertain conditions, with the monsoon arriving unusually early." read more

Morocco's growers and Europe's retailers are set to benefit from a dedicated, five-day sea route that reduces transit time, lowers CO₂ emissions, and ensures the safety of every punnet during transportation. DP World's Alfred Whitman, who is responsible for managing the perishables supply chains of the global logistics operator, discusses the advantages of the new Atlas route. read more

An innovation has recently been added to BILLA's produce section. Developed and grown entirely in Austria, the new "Da komm' ich her!" potato variety "Benjamin" is available for the first time this year in BILLA and BILLA PLUS stores. The initiator of this introduction is Johann Regner, Head of Fruit and Vegetables at REWE. read more

Serbia's Minister of Agriculture, Dragan Glamočić, has announced the establishment of a working group to create the country's first Hazelnut Excellence District in Western Bačka. This initiative aims to collaborate with producers, local authorities, and research institutions to develop a coordinated plan. read more

The Japanese peeler manufacturer Astra recently presented its newest solution for large-scale pineapple processing, the 'FAP-3000', at the IFPA show in October. This industrial-scale machine is capable of peeling and coring pineapples at the same time, assisting food processors in saving time and enhancing efficiency. read more

"This year, Valencia oranges have been somewhat disappointing towards the end of the season, not only in India or Bangladesh, but also in the Middle East, Russia, and Europe. Similarly, China did not perform as well as expected," said Ivan Crocker of CitrX, a citrus exporter. read more

A mega battery is being constructed in Bemmel, in the municipality of Lingewaard, Netherlands, to provide sustainable heating and power for fourteen horticultural companies and nearby households. "Such a battery costs several million euros," says Berno Schouten, director of energy company Lingezegen. read more