Over 240 tons of freshly harvested tomatoes from Ghana's Upper East Region have been supplied to markets in Accra as part of the West Africa Food System Resilience Program. The goal of these deliveries is to combat frequent tomato shortages and price fluctuations, especially during the dry season. read more

Professionals in the Rwandan avocado industry are hopeful for a significant advancement in the upcoming season. Progress in recent years towards expanding into new markets has been hindered by the Red Sea crisis, but improvements in logistics are anticipated to boost export volumes. This insight was shared by Patrick. read more

Three-year agreement between Macfrut and the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce of the Dominican Republic. The signing took place in Santo Domingo in recent days during a mission in the presence of important authorities from the institutional and political world. read more

Producers in the tropical fruit sector in Australia's Northern Territory are worried that the proposed import of pomelo from Vietnam could impact the domestic market and the sustainability of local production. Last year, the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry recommended that... read more

On January 15th, the Open Day was held for the field presentation of the "Suit F1" cherry tomato, organized by the Verisem Seedium group. The event took place at the Adriano di Portopalo di Capo Passero (SR) Agricultural Company in Italy and attracted numerous attendees, including producers. read more

U.K.-based plant biotechnology specialist Phytoform Labs will be the first startup outside of North Carolina State University's research community to utilize the N.C. Plant Sciences Initiative's Seed2Grow agricultural technology incubator. As the winner of Bayer's Golden Ticket program, Phytoform Labs was granted this opportunity. read more

The Hass avocado harvest in the Valencian Community, Spain, is ending earlier than usual this year due to lower yields and hailstorms in some producing areas. Market supply is low, keeping prices high. The next variety to be harvested will be the Lamb. read more

The European Potato Processors' Association has released a new Facts and Figures sheet outlining the scale of the EU potato-processing sector, covering production, employment, cultivated supply, and trade flows. EUPPA represents the potato-processing industry in Belgium, France, Germany, Italy. read more

Jersey's primary exporters of goods, the island's farmers who transport tens of thousands of tonnes of Jersey Royals to the UK annually, have expressed worries about recent rises in ferry-related fees. Growers argue that the increases should have been restricted to inflation for the present year. read more

It's a year of celebrations for Sam Agri, as the company has been operating for a quarter of a decade now, says GVK Naidu, managing director of the integrated Indian fresh-cut produce supplier, processor, and exporter: "As Sam Agri Group completes 25 years in the global fresh produce industry, read more

"Gale-force winds have been blowing since yesterday until today in Aetolia-Acarnania, a key citrus-growing region of Greece, paralyzing local production and causing extensive damage. Mr. Konstantinos Ifantis, owner of the citrus company Ifantis Fruits, describes the situation as follows: "First read more

By Week 02 of the 2025-26 season, table grape packing was in progress in all five South African production regions: the Northern Provinces, Orange River, Olifants River, Berg River, and Hex River. At this stage, a total of 38.65 million cartons, equivalent to 4.5 kg each, had been inspected. read more

The signing took place in recent days in Santo Domingo during a Macfrut mission, with the presence of important authorities from the institutional, political, diplomatic, and economic worlds, confirming the central role of the international supply chain fair for agro-industrial development. read more

Kyrgyz authorities have blocked the import of 26.978 tonnes of onions from Uzbekistan, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The shipment was halted at the Dostuk border checkpoint because it did not meet phytosanitary requirements. Specifically, the consignment did not have the necessary phytosanitary certification. read more

At IPM Essen in Germany (Hall 2, stand 2D42), Bailey Nurseries will showcase a range of shrubs and hydrangeas that demonstrate a blend of breeding knowledge, market understanding, and hands-on growing experience. The spotlight will be on two new releases: Spring Sizzle® Hydrangea paniculata. read more

The pierwsza przesyłka świeżych owoców z RPA w 2026 roku dotarła do portu w Petersburgu. Ładunek składał się z około 1 800 ton winogron stołowych z nowego zbioru i został dostarczony na rosyjski rynek jako część regularnych importów sezonowych mających na celu zaspokojenie zapotrzebowania zimą. Była to... read more

Morocco has set a new record in 2025 by significantly increasing its frozen strawberry exports to the U.S., reaching unprecedented levels, according to a report from EastFruit. read more

The main trends in the banana sector currently include increased demand for organic and sustainable bananas, the use of technology for farming practices, and the rise of fair trade certifications. Challenges in the sector involve threats from diseases like Panama disease and Black Sigatoka, as well as issues related to climate change and market competition. Opportunities in the banana sector include expanding into new markets, developing innovative products like banana flour or snacks, and improving supply chain efficiencies. read more

Compared to other countries active in the international produce sector - such as Spain, France, and the Netherlands in the EU, and then further afield in countries such as South Africa, Chile, Peru, and Turkey - the UK has always been a small-scale exporter of fresh fruits and vegetables. read more

Avocado production is increasing in Lebanon, as reported by Georgette Lahoud, the area manager for the south at the Rene Moawad Foundation. The Foundation, in partnership with the Embassy of the Netherlands, is supporting the Avocado Lebanon Association, the country's promotional body for avocados. read more