Martin Reynolds, the marketing director of Cape Dried Fruit Packers, mentioned that a significant amount of their dried fruit would normally be sold to customers in the United States. The industry is currently considering its choices and exploring other markets due to the 30% tariff imposed on South African goods. read more

Anyone familiar with the fresh produce industry, especially those who have conducted business in South Africa, will recognize Anton Kruger. He is often seen at events in South Africa and in various countries worldwide, always wearing his South African scarf or colors. Anton has served as CEO of. read more

SPAR China's partner is modernizing its store portfolio. In northern China, SPAR Shandong is opening modernized and renovated SPAR supermarkets throughout the region. The recently renovated SPAR Shandong Supermarket at Shouguang Wanda Plaza has reopened for customers. read more

A new space, a strengthened vision, and an investment looking towards the future of the traditional channel. On Friday morning, the official inauguration of the new stand of Spreafico Francesco & F.lli took place inside the Milan Fruit and Vegetable Market, a key step in. read more

Amenduni Nicola Spa, a company from Puglia specializing in the production of high-precision machinery for extracting avocado oil, was awarded for the fourth consecutive time as the best company in the oil processing machinery category at the Avocado Awards, organized by the Avocado Society. read more

From January to October, Georgia imported 21,110 tons of tomatoes worth USD 15 million. According to official statistics, the value of imported tomatoes rose by 8.3% year-on-year, while import volumes decreased by 6%. The average import price also increased: Whereas one kilogram of imported read more

With Christmas approaching, farmers have started selling festive poinsettias. However, they mentioned that this year's production of the plants was down by 30% due to a warm winter and pests. Last week, Huang Yi-pin, a member of the Tainan Gueiren District Farmer Association, stated that multiple poinsettia cultivars were affected. read more

Grupo Alcoaxarquía is expanding its presence in the avocado and mango market with the inauguration of a new logistics platform, office, and packaging facilities in Perpignan, France. This expansion comes at the beginning of the Spanish avocado season, and the company plans to further grow its market share with this product this year. read more

Operating controlled-environment agriculture in Lebanon involves planning for instability. This includes dealing with frequent power outages, high summer temperatures, winter cold spells, limited water availability, and interruptions in supply chains. Wamhiba Hydroponic Farms has addressed these challenges by constructing read more

Citrus fruits remain the leading agricultural export of Egypt, with total shipments surpassing 2 million tons, as reported to the Ministry of Agriculture and Land Reclamation. Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, confirmed this information. read more

Afghan and Iranian apples are performing well in the Indian market this season, according to Mr. Kamaruddeen, managing director of Aeden Fruits. He stated, "The market for imported apples in India consistently grows each year. Currently, Afghan apples are dominating the market, as they are highly favored." read more

Huanglongbing continues to be a significant challenge for sweet orange production in tropical and subtropical regions, impacting orchard productivity and sustainability in the long term. The disease is caused by the bacterium 'Candidatus Liberibacter asiaticus' and is spread by the Asian citrus psyllid. read more

Fischer Farms is known for constructing some of the largest vertical farms in the United Kingdom, but founder Tristan Fischer says the company's true mission has changed. Rather than competing with growers in the premium leafy greens market, the company aims to transition into an equipment manufacturer with a focus on... read more

A year ago, Aktalanfruit celebrated the grand opening of its new premises at the Rotterdam Groothandelsmarkt. "The relocation has certainly provided us with a positive momentum. The increased space has enabled us to significantly expand our product range," says Anja Aktalan. Aktalanfruit was established by her father, Ahmet. This month, her read more

The recent USDA report predicts that China's table grape production will reach 15 million tonnes in the 2025/26 season, representing a 6% increase compared to the previous year. read more

In the last few years, especially in 2025, Grójeckie apples from Poland have gained more visibility, as the Sady Grójeckie Association aims to leverage the fruit's strong consumer position. Maciej Majewski, a representative of the association, highlights several key events that read more

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Costa Rica has concluded the UK leg of its latest European campaign to promote its pineapple and cassava with a culinary demonstration for food media professionals. The event was led by chef Nuria Azofeifa, who showcased recipes highlighting the versatility of these products in contemporary cuisine. read more

China's imports of table grapes are expected to decrease in the 2025/26 marketing year (June-May) due to enhanced supply and quality of its domestic production, as stated in a new report by the USDA. read more