To ADW Fresh Trade, the period around Easter was very busy. This was not only because of the Easter sales rush, but also due to significant disruptions in air freight caused by the conflict in Iran. "Currently, we are heavily relying on mangetout and beans from Kenya, but there is a shortage of..." read more

The University of New Hampshire has obtained almost $2 million in federal funding to renovate and improve the Macfarlane Research Greenhouses and establish a new Center for Excellence in Education and Discovery for Plant Science (CEED Plant Science). This funding was led by federal authorities. read more

Pierwsze południowoafrykańskie awokado dotarły do Rotterdam dwa tygodnie temu. Mały odsetek awokado z kraju jest tradycyjnie sprzedawany na Bliskim Wschodzie - powiedział Derek Donkin, CEO Subtropu, organizacji zrzeszającej przemysł awokado, reprezentującej ponad 95% południowoafrykańskiej produkcji. read more

Mimo że jest stosunkowo niewielkim krajem produkującym mango w porównaniu z niektórymi innymi krajami Ameryki Łacińskiej, Gwatemala jest największym eksporterem w Ameryce Środkowej, na którą przypada Nikaragua oraz Kostaryka. W tym roku planuje się wysłanie z kraju 3,9 miliona skrzyń z głównym rynkiem docelowym w Stanach Zjednoczonych. read more

The Fortenova Group from Croatia has finalized its withdrawal from the agriculture industry by selling its fruit and vegetable business Vinka Plus to Osatina Group. Previously known as Agrokor, the group restructured and implemented a new strategy in 2019, leading to the divestment of its agricultural assets. read more

Pakistan has obtained permission to export potatoes from Punjab to the Russian Federation after being approved by the Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance. This market access agreement will come into effect on April 8, 2026, as announced by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan. read more

Reham Suhry, managing director of Egyptian strawberry exporter Egyberries, states that the frozen strawberry market is rapidly evolving this season: "Honestly, it's been a challenging season. While the numbers on paper seem satisfactory with sufficient acreage and volumes, there are issues with consistency when delving deeper." read more

Demand for coir substrates in India has been growing at an estimated 15-20% per year over recent seasons, fueled by the rapid rise of polyhouse and hydroponic vegetable production, says Akshay AG of Biogrow Substrates India. "Polyhouse growers working with tomatoes, cucumbers, and berries." read more

Morocco has increased its market share in the UK fresh vegetable market, with sweet pepper exports doubling in 2025 and setting a new bilateral record, as reported by EastFruit. The UK imported 8,100 tons of Moroccan sweet peppers, which is more than double the volume imported in 2024. Shipments have been on the rise since 2020. read more

Nawet po ogłoszeniu zawieszenia broni, sytuacja eksportu bananów z Indii do Zatoki Nadal jest zła, a fracht jest głównym powodem - mówi Sagar Rajput z firmy Kulswamini Fruit Export z siedzibą w Solapur. "Związane z wojną zakłócenia uniemożliwiły prawie całkowicie eksport bananów z Indii do Iranu i" read more

Lidl Ireland has confirmed the opening date of its new store in Ballybough, Dublin. The store will open at 8am on Thursday, April 9th, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony featuring football captain and LGFA star Carla. read more

Ukraine's blueberry sector is gaining direct access to the expertise of one of the most powerful players in the global berry business. The Ukrainian Blueberry Growers Association is organizing a meeting in Zakarpattia with Stephen Taylor, Managing Director of Winterwood Farms Ltd. and the United. read more

AZUD has installed a high-precision irrigation system at Finca Tany Nature Lepe, a farm in Lepe (Huelva), Spain, dedicated to intensive blueberry cultivation in pots. The goal is to improve irrigation uniformity, simplify installation, reduce maintenance efforts, and maximize yields. read more

"We are pleased to announce that the new office, DCS Tramaco Rijeka d.o.o., is now fully operational. This is an important step in strengthening our presence in the North Adriatic and our connections with Central and Eastern Europe," says Riccardo Martini, CEO of DCS Tramaco, a company that read more

Według codziennych danych monitorujących ze strony EastFruit, większość ukraińskich producentów zgłasza szybką degradację jakości białej kapusty z tegorocznej (2025) zbiorów podczas przechowywania. Uczestnicy rynku twierdzą, że ukraińscy rolnicy obecnie spieszą się, aby sprzedać zapasy zeszłorocznej produkcji przed read more

Trade measures, geopolitical developments, and increasing diesel costs are impacting the pricing of fresh produce in the U.S. market. Roma tomatoes are specifically being highlighted as facing pressure within the supply chain, with retail prices averaging around $2.75 per pound nationally and approximately $2.49 per pound. read more

Capespan, a multinational fruit producer and marketer based in South Africa, announced a leadership change today. Chief Executive Officer Charl du Bois will be stepping down from his position. André de Klerk, who currently serves as the Commercial Director and is a board member, will take over as CEO. read more

Exports of fresh-cut chrysanthemums from Yunnan Province in southwest China have experienced significant growth in the markets of Japan and the Republic of Korea (ROK). This is attributed to efficient logistics networks and simplified customs procedures, as reported by local authorities. Specifically, in Yangjie Township, Kaiyuan City, located in the Honghe region. read more

The fresh strawberry season in Egypt is coming to an end, giving way to frozen strawberries, following a turbulent season marked by oversupply, low prices, concerns about the quality of seedlings, and logistical complications. Industry professionals are in agreement: lessons have been learned. read more

As Egypt gears up for the upcoming table grape export season, a significant change is occurring among exporters, especially those focusing on the European Union, as noted by Mohamed Ali, CEO of Fresh Deal, a packaging manufacturer. "While sustainability has been a growing priority in recent years, it has become even more crucial now," Ali explained. read more