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A freight forwarder anticipates a consistent supply of diesel as fruit exports increase in May.
2026-04-01 00:00
The South African government has announced a temporary reduction of R3 (€0.15) in the fuel levies on petrol, diesel, and paraffin to provide relief to consumers and businesses affected by the price shocks due to the conflict in the Middle East. Effective from midnight yesterday, the diesel price has increased by R7.51 (€0.38).
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"Our goal is to export Peruvian lemons from November to April, when Mexico and Colombia have lower fruit supply."
2026-04-01 00:00
"Until late February, almost at the beginning of March, we had experienced a growth of 14.5% compared to the previous year." However, this positive trend has recently been affected. "The rain caused significant damage throughout almost all of March, and this will impact production," stated Paulov Sifuentes.
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P.L. Light Systems celebrates 45 years.
2026-04-01 00:00
P.L. Light Systems is celebrating 45 years of service as a leading North American manufacturer of commercial horticultural lighting solutions. With over four decades of specialized experience, they have been instrumental in promoting, supporting, and fostering growth in controlled environment agriculture (CEA).
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FreshPlaza Special on Australia and New Zealand
2026-04-01 00:00
W kwietniu FreshPlaza skupi się na Australii i Nowej Zelandii. Jesteś producentem, importerem, eksporterem, czy działasz w branży opakowań lub chłodzenia? Jeśli w jakikolwiek sposób jesteś zaangażowany w branżę świeżych produktów rolnych, chcielibyśmy usłyszeć od Ciebie. Możesz przesłać nam kilka informacji, lub możemy się do Ciebie odezwać telefonicznie.
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Strawberries, the weather is affecting supply and quality, while prices are rising. A return to normality is expected in the coming weeks.
2026-04-01 00:00
The strawberry campaign is entering its crucial phase in a complex scenario, strongly influenced by the weather that has so far affected the availability of Italian and Spanish produce, with a quality that is not always consistent and consumption that needs to be carefully monitored. However, in this phase, some signals are also emerging.
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Kenya is increasing its cold-chain and cargo capacity at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).
2026-04-01 00:00
For food industry investors, the cold-chain support facilities in the master plan are a significant improvement for Kenya's horticulture sector. Kenya exports cut flowers and fresh vegetables to Europe and the United Kingdom, and the cold-chain facilities are expected to boost this trade. The sector's exports are projected to grow at 4% annually, outpacing imports at 3%.
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Avocado growers in Rungwe District, Mbeya Region, report improved trading conditions following government measures to regulate and formalize the avocado supply chain. According to farmer Frank Mwankenja, the registration of buyers and agents has reduced theft and irregular trading practices.
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"Wielkie projekty i ambitne cele rodzą się z wspólnego wysiłku"
2026-04-01 00:00
With a history spanning more than seven decades, the company started small and transformed into an entrepreneurial endeavor, as is the case with many Italian businesses. On Friday, 27 March, the Francescon family celebrated the 25th anniversary of the producers' organization and the opening of
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Union Fleurs has elected Matthijs Mesken as its new President.
2026-04-01 00:00
Members of Union Fleurs, the International Flower Trade Association, have elected a new President and Board of Directors during their General Assembly held in Sanremo, Italy on March 27, 2026. The newly appointed Board will serve a two-year term from 2026 to 2028 under the leadership of Matthijs.
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The Netherlands-based label manufacturer VanDerEng is transitioning to daily pricing for plastic labels and tags due to geopolitical tensions and significantly increasing raw material costs. This decision is aimed at ensuring a consistent supply to customers, including those in the horticultural industry.
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Mexico has exported mamey to the UK for the first time.
2026-04-01 00:00
Mexico has exported mamey to the United Kingdom for the first time, opening a European market for the fruit produced in southern Yucatán and other regions. The first shipment, around 2 tons from Huertas Magaña in Akil, Yucatán, follows more than two years of work to meet U.K. phytosanitary requirements.
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Egypt is emerging as a promising regional hub.
2026-03-31 18:00
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OneThird has received a €1 million innovation credit from RVO.
2026-03-31 12:00
The Dutch agtech startup OneThird has been awarded a €1 million innovation grant from the Netherlands Enterprise Agency RVO. The company plans to use the funding to develop a high-volume version of its non-destructive quality assessment tool – a spectral imaging solution that enables the assessment of full trays and crates.
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Mexico has exported its first mamey sapote to the UK.
2026-03-31 11:00
Meksyk dokonał swoich pierwszych eksportów mamey sapote do Wielkiej Brytanii. Przesyłka dwóch ton owoców wyprodukowanych przez firmę Huertas Magaña z południowego Jukatanu została niedawno wysłana do Wielkiej Brytanii.
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Mexico has exported its first mamey fruit to the UK.
2026-03-31 11:00
Meksyk po raz pierwszy wyeksportował mamey do Wielkiej Brytanii. Wysłano ostatnio przesyłkę dwóch ton tego owocu wyprodukowanego przez Huertas Magaña na południowym Jukatanie.
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Produkcja bananów z Hondurasu rośnie
2026-03-31 11:00
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Change in destination from Middle East to Asia for Philippine bananas due to disruption.
2026-03-31 09:00
Philippine banana exporters have started targeting key markets like Japan and Korea to absorb some of the excess volume usually taken up by the Middle East.
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Nadchodzi: Podcast Produce Plus.
2026-03-31 06:00
Produce Plus is launching The Produce Plus Podcast, a new platform for insider analysis, news, and perspectives on the key issues in the fresh produce industry of Australia and New Zealand.
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