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On the verge of the Royal Gala, Packham and Forelle harvests in the Langkloof, a hailstorm accompanied by what has been described as a tornado, ripped through the eastern part of the valley late Thursday afternoon. The Granor Passi juice factory opened over the weekend to process the thousands of fruits. read more

In 2025, a total of 45,700 tons of shrub berries were harvested in Germany from an area of approximately 9,000 hectares. Although the cultivation area decreased slightly by 2.0% compared to the previous year, the harvest volume increased by 23.5%. This information was provided by the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis). read more

Peas, beans, chickpeas, and lentils are present on the tables of more than half of Italians who eat them at least a few times a week, with household spending reaching 1.3 billion euros per year. This is what emerges from a Coldiretti analysis of Istat data. read more

The apple harvest for 2025 in the Lake Constance region is characterized by very good quality and stable quantities. With around 250,000 tons of dessert apples, almost a quarter of the national fruit production of 1.07 million tons comes from the second-largest growing region in Germany. read more

The CEO of Bulgarian fresh produce trader Triland, Mariya Dermendzhieva, announced that the Egyptian Valencia orange season is ramping up this week. She mentioned that after a challenging yet successful lemon season and a brief overlap of Navel and Valencia seasons, they are now entering the peak of the Valencia orange season. read more

The nut industry in Portugal has undergone a process of transformation and recognition over the last twenty years, according to Nuno Russo, executive director of the Portugal Nuts association. "Within the wider modernization of Portuguese agriculture, the nut sector has experienced significant growth and development," he said. read more

Roberto Linares, the Minister of Agricultural Development, visited APSECU para el Mundo S.A. in El Corozo and Agro Export Pacific S.A. in Potuga, Herrera, on February 6, at the start of the 2025-2026 melon and watermelon export season, to promote increased national production and strengthen. read more

Dutchman Hanno Wonink has been living in the province of Cadiz, Spain since 1997. After engaging in cut flower cultivation for 12 years, supplying the Dutch flower auction, he transitioned to growing open-field vegetables. Since 2005, he has been in charge of procuring carrots for Dutch traders. read more

Just a few days after the closing of Fruit Logistica, it is already time for another fair in the fruit and vegetable sector - still in Germany. In Nuremberg, BIOFACH 2026 has opened its doors, a key event for organic products in Europe and an international platform for professionals. read more

Yelloway B.V., a joint venture between Chiquita and KeyGene, has successfully finalized a banana pan-genome project aimed at facilitating the development of disease-resistant and climate-adapted banana varieties. The pan-genome encompasses the genetic diversity found within Musa acuminata, the species that serves as the basis for commercial banana cultivars. read more

Morocco achieved its highest lemon export volumes in five seasons during 2024/25, reversing a four-year decline, according to EastFruit. read more

The Dutch growers' cooperative Royal FruitMasters, in collaboration with their Chinese distribution partner, is pleased to announce the introduction of the Tessa apple to the Chinese market. This launch represents a significant milestone as it marks the first official commercial debut of Dutch apples in China. read more

Jednym z największych producentów pomidorów w szklarniach w Rumunii jest gotowy rozpocząć produkcję energii elektrycznej i ciepła za pomocą dwóch jednostek kogeneracji na gaz ziemny o łącznej mocy elektrycznej wynoszącej 9,9 MW. Rozwiązanie obejmuje system do przechwytywania dwutlenku węgla, który jest niezbędny do stymulowania fotosyntezy. read more

The Maval region in Pune district has seen a notable rise in rose production, with exports reaching 5 to 5.5 million roses this year. Growers are profiting from the increase in prices. The Pawana Phool Utpadak Sangh (Pawana Flower Producers' Association) cultivates roses on 450 to 500 acres. read more

With nearly 1.5 billion inhabitants, India is the most populous country in the world. The country also plays an important role in global fruit and vegetable production. India ranks second globally in this regard, well ahead of China. However, as a trading nation in fresh fruit and vegetables, read more

Shipments from India to Europe usually start by late January, but this grape season has experienced delays due to lower sugar levels not meeting strict export standards, according to Shubham Shelar from Shelar Overseas. "To keep up the pace, we have already sent containers to Middle Eastern markets where quality is not as stringent." read more

A new support program for producers and processors of organic berries and nuts is being launched in Ukraine. The initiative is aimed at new operators who are planning to start organic production, are currently in the transition period from conventional to organic production, or intend to introduce organic practices. read more

The international banana industry will come together to discuss the main production, phytosanitary, and commercial challenges facing the sector at the XXV Acorbat International Meeting and the X International Banana Congress, scheduled from April 20 to 23 at the Yucatan International Congress. read more

Lytone USA has announced that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has granted full registration for its AnsiP-Sticker F under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act (FIFRA). This 1-methylcyclopropene (1-MCP) sticker formulation is designed to extend the freshness and shelf life. read more

Jordanian Medjool dates have had a successful season. "We sold our entire stock before Ramadan at satisfactory prices; demand was very good," said Ali Elkouz, owner of Ali Dates. The grower elaborates: "We exported most of our production to four main markets, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, read more