Port International's head of overseas procurement, Malte Storjohann, recently visited citrus growers in South Africa's Western and Eastern Cape as well as Limpopo to discuss the ongoing season and assess the progress of the crop growing on the trees. The focus was on determining the timing of the harvest. read more

In an exclusive interview with Fruitnet, two leading figures in Italy's fresh produce industry, Salvo Laudani from Unifrutti-Oranfrizer and Giuseppe ‘Pino’ Calcagni from Besana Group, discuss why Sicily continues to hold a special position in the global market for its unique blood oranges. read more

Las importaciones españolas de productos frescos alcanzaron 1.2 millones de toneladas en el primer trimestre del año (T1), un aumento del 4 por ciento en comparación con el mismo período en 2025.

Spanish fresh produce imports reached 1.2 million tonnes in the opening quarter of the year (Q1), a 4 percent increase compared with the same period in 2025. read more

Younger demographics, health and wellness trends, and the expansion of digital trade in South-East Asia were key topics discussed at the Asia Fruit Logistica SE Asia Meet Up on May 18, 2026 - indicating new opportunities for brand growth throughout the region. read more

A five-day training program on enhanced production technologies in floriculture was launched at the KVK Office Conference Hall in Wokha on May 18. The program is funded under the Tribal Sub-Plan (TSP) project "Strengthening Tribal Farming Systems Through a Critical Input Support System and… read more

During the visit on May 20 to the strawberry plantation in the municipality of Czerwińsk, Jacek Witkowski from Timac Agro Poland spoke about the current situation on the plantations after heavy rainfall and the actions that producers should take in the coming days. read more

Organic continues to grow even in the global multi-crisis. The 18th edition of the Bio Bank Report highlights this with numbers. In an unstable context, marked by post-pandemic, geopolitical crises, and inflation, the sector continues its omnichannel evolution, guided by solidity. read more

Carrot prices in Ukraine have seen another increase this week, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. Farmers are noting a significant uptick in trading activity in this sector, which, along with a seasonal decrease in stocks at local farms, has led to a shortage of high-quality carrots. read more

The cultivation of imported cherry varieties from Italy and Bulgaria is expanding in Kashmir, with growers reporting higher market prices and improved tolerance to erratic weather conditions compared to traditional cultivars. While conventional cherry varieties have not yet fully entered the market. read more

On June 11th, the World Cup will start in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Through our global fresh produce and horticulture networks, we are hosting a World Cup Football Pool. Who is the most knowledgeable football enthusiast in the international fresh produce and horticulture industry? read more

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company has expanded its intermodal operations in Cameroon by integrating the Port of Kribi into a door-to-door logistics solution, enhancing cargo connectivity between Cameroon and inland markets across the region – Chad and the Central African Republic (CAR). read more

Jako że rozpoczął się sezon na mango, ceny jabłek w Indiach zaczęły spadać, gdyż konsumpcja znacząco zmalała - powiedział Prashant Gidwani, założyciel indyjskiego importera owoców Fresh Fruit Alliances: "Ceny jabłek są na najniższym poziomie od początku tego sezonu. Jednym z głównych powodów jest mango. read more

The greenhouse cucumber industry in Japan is placing a growing emphasis on enhancing productivity, yield consistency, and resource efficiency within protected cultivation systems. One significant ongoing project in this field is the Yume Farm ZEN-NOH Project, spearheaded by ZEN-NOH (National Federation of Agricultural Cooperative Associations). read more

Companies in the fruit and vegetable sector in Spain are warning that ongoing geopolitical tensions could result in further price hikes if conflicts persist. A survey conducted by Aecoc revealed that companies in the sector are struggling to cope with the escalating costs. read more

Rwanda earned nearly $20 million from agricultural exports during the first half of May 2026, according to the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB). Between May 4 and May 15, the country generated around $19.8 million from the export of more than 19,500 tons of agricultural products. read more

Popyt na królowe kalankoe rośnie stabilnie - zarówno w Turcji, jak i w całej Europie. Aby wesprzeć ten rozwój i zapewnić ciągłą niezawodność, jakość i skalowalność, Queen® podejmuje kolejny strategiczny krok w rozwoju swojego łańcucha dostaw. Produkcja sadzonek kalankoe Queen została zwiększona. read more

Tensions in the Middle East continue to affect global freight markets, with the Strait of Hormuz remaining closed and ongoing uncertainty around regional developments. In container shipping, the closure is expected to influence freight rates as peak season approaches. Rising fuel costs also contribute to this dynamic. read more

New Zealand Cherry Corp is leaving the cherry export market after 25 years to concentrate on property development related to its Shannon Farm subdivision in Cromwell. The company, established by Henry van der Velden and the late Bob Robertson, runs what they call the largest cherry orchard in the country. read more

Anyone following the grape sector in India during the 2025-26 season was aware that it was a challenging year for farmers and exporters. Prolonged heavy rains towards the end of 2025 in key growing regions like Nashik's Satara and Dindori belts led to a 45-55% reduction in yields. While the impact was most severe on traditional grape varieties, newer patented species also faced difficulties. read more

Jalisco is increasing its investment in promoting international trade and diversifying exports as agricultural producers aim to reduce their reliance on the U.S. market and expand their access to Asia and Europe. This strategy is being coordinated by Sader Jalisco and the Agricultural and Agroindustrial Development. read more