In Australia, a unique initiative is turning low-grade blueberries into a non-alcoholic wine, thereby reducing landfill waste and supporting the homeless. The initiative, named Conscious Drink, is a collaboration between food charity OzHarvest and one of the nation's largest blueberry growers. read more

This year, Kazakhstan has become one of the fastest-growing markets for Egyptian fruit and vegetable products, as reported by EastFruit. Egypt has taken the lead in the competitive fresh strawberry exports to the Kazakhstani market. read more

Fi, a berry farm in southwestern Finland, stated that consumers are increasingly valuing the freshness and quality of locally grown soft fruit. The farm has invested in new technologies and cultivation methods to improve the taste and appearance of their berries, which has resulted in a growing popularity among Finnish consumers. This shift towards supporting domestic producers is seen as a positive trend for the local agriculture industry in Finland. read more

In the first half of 2024, Peru exported 390,972 tons of fresh avocado, generating revenues of $788 million. This represents a 5% decrease in volume but a 19% increase in value compared to the same period in 2023. The growth in export value is mainly due to a 26% increase in the average price per kilogram. read more

The two-day conference took place at Radisson Blu, Dwarka New Delhi on 7-8 August 2024. As per the India Florist Association, 235 floral entrepreneurs participated from 67 different cities in India. The event saw the sharing of experience and knowledge mainly by female florists and entrepreneurs. read more

Figs in California are currently in peak supply and will continue to be for the rest of the month. Erik Herman from The Specialty Crop Co. mentions, "We have all of our varieties of figs available, including Black Mission, Brown Turkey, Tiger, and Sierra." The crop this season appears to be similar to the 2023 crop. read more

Turkey is expecting revenue from dried fruit exports to increase to US$1.8 billion this year, despite a decrease in export volumes, as reported by Hurriyet Daily News. read more

According to the Kenyan tax authority, revenue from fruit exports reached 157 million US dollars in the first half of 2024, driven by the demand for Kenyan avocados in Europe, including the UK. read more

The 2024/25 campaign is developing well, with an expected increase in quantities and better sizes, explains Abdellah Elyamlahi, President of the Moroccan Avocado Association. "We are making good progress and the outlook for the next season is promising," says Elyamlahi. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica will return to Hong Kong on September 4-6, 2024, uniting the international fresh fruit and vegetable industry and presenting the full value chain. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica is back! And it’s bigger than ever… brimming with fresh insights, innovations, and business opportunities. read more

The finding has been confirmed by an official laboratory. According to LfL, experts believe that the beetle can spread only 1.5 to 5 kilometers per year under average European conditions without human assistance. Therefore, it can be highly likely that ... read more

While hailstorms and strong gusts of wind caused extensive damage to crops and grasslands in the western and southern parts of the state, a drought was already starting to be felt in the northern and eastern regions. read more

With this funding, Lower Saxony demonstrates solidarity with the people in Ukraine. The money will go towards a center for organic vegetables in the Mykolaiv Oblast, aiming to convert seasonal jobs in vegetable processing into year-round positions in the medium term. The region is... read more

The World Avocado Organization (WAO), a non-profit organization representing avocado producers, exporters, and importers worldwide, has initiated a campaign in India to educate consumers and food businesses about the health benefits of regular avocado consumption and the best ways to incorporate avocados into their diets. read more

This peaks in mid-September and lasts until the end of October. The Swiss Fruit Association expects a harvest of 103,589 tons of apples and 16,364 tons of pears. For the first time, the harvest forecast was determined using an AI-supported app. read more

Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) has been detected at two properties in the Northern Adelaide Plains region. read more

Australian growers and plant scientists have collaborated on a new A$41 million tree crop program to expedite the creation of new almond, apple, citrus, macadamia, and mango varieties. read more

Jednym z wiodących producentów owoców w Australii jest firma Mattina Fresh, która ma nadzieję zwiększyć i rozwijać popularność pomarańczy Cara Cara w Australii. Firma produkuje owoce pestkowe, cytrusy i gruszki w północnej Wiktorii i południowej Nowej Południowej Walii oraz zwiększy produkcję cytrusów w nadchodzących sezonach. read more

NORIKA Ltd, headquartered in Groß Lüsewitz, Germany, is currently going through a leadership change. Wolfgang Walter, the Managing Director who has served for many years, is planning to retire by the end of 2024. After more than three decades of dedicated service to NORIKA, Walter will move into a consulting role, providing guidance to the company. read more