The president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, is determined to prevent Chiquita from closing its operations in Bocas del Toro at all costs. The departure of the company would have a significant impact on over 7,300 workers in the banana sector. According to Mulino, "The current situation in Bocas del Toro is more than just a shutdown." read more

Sri Lanka exports 85% of its mangoes to West Asia, with shipments rising over the past five years. Mango cultivation expanded by 11% from 2015 to 2022, reaching 31,000 hectares, and production increased by 30% to 193,000 metric tons. Australia's Market Development Facility (MDF) recently hosted read more

The fruit canning factory in Ashton, Western Cape, accounts for about half of South Africa's canning industry, according to Jacques Jordaan, CEO of the Canning Fruit Producers' Association. He warns that if the factory closes down, the entire industry is at risk. read more

Tajikistan is currently experiencing the beginning of its early cherry harvest, with farmers reporting a bountiful crop of large fruits. The current prices at local markets are around US$1.10 to US$1.80 per kilogram, which is a decrease of about US$0.30 to US$0.45 compared to last year. Harvesting activities are in full swing. read more

Inhouse team develops SA's first recyclable 7kg potato bags for Shoprite Group

The Shoprite Group has announced that it is the first South African retailer to introduce a fully recyclable 7kg potato bag, solving a longstanding packaging issue that has been a challenge for the industry. read more

The French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish peach and nectarine contact group met in Fundao, Portugal, on the 14th and 15th of May. The group, consisting of the leaders of the sectoral associations from the four countries and government officials, will request the European Commission to make modifications. read more

Bruno Gioffre of Dole, Gianpaolo Renino of Del Monte, Luca Battaglio of Battaglio, Greenyard’s Jen Gabriel, Kantar’s Tom Hole, Cindy van Rijswick of Rabobank, Thieirry Athimon of Frutas Montosa, ICA Sweden’s Maria Wieloch, and Westfalia’s Wim Destoop are just some of the speakers who will... read more

During the main harvesting season - from mid-May to mid-June - the Swiss Fruit Association expects 900 to 1,100 tons per week. Overall, as reported by the Agricultural Information Service (LID), a total harvest of around 7,500 tons is anticipated. read more

BIO AUSTRIA welcomes the intention of the European Commission to strengthen organic farming by recognizing its environmental benefits and simplifying processes. However, these measures are coming very late for the current period to provide significant relief to organic farms. read more

A new group of 16 international students from six different African countries has arrived at Harper Adams University for a comprehensive 10-week course on sustainable agriculture. read more

The BDP chairwoman Stephanie Franck emphasized: "Sustainable agriculture requires plant breeding. At the same time, the further development of agricultural and food systems urgently requires economic viability. Yield strength and environmental compatibility are the foundation of this." read more

Corbana, the National Banana Corporation of Costa Rica, has sought to reassure the country's producers that exports will not be substantially impacted by Trump's new tariff, as reported last week by researchers from the National University (Una). read more

This was the clear message from a recent meeting of the National Avocado Cluster, where the government, producers, and academic institutions were called upon to develop a national plan to promote the sustainable growth of the industry. read more

Jednym z wiodących dostawców owoców w Europie zgłosił "wyjątkową" i "wyjątkowo wysoką" jakość w produkcji nowych sezonów moreli z południowych Włoch.

One of Europe's leading fruit suppliers has reported "outstanding" and "exceptionally high" quality in the production of new-season apricots from southern Italy. read more

The Dominican Republic is experiencing a decline in its participation in the international avocado market and will continue to lose market share unless drastic action is taken. This was the blunt message from a recent meeting of the National Avocado Cluster, which urged the government and producers. read more

The kiwifruit company Zespri has shared additional information about its recent consumer marketing campaign in Asia, aiming to connect with a wider audience of health-conscious consumers in various markets in the region. read more

The annual Spain Food Nation Summit is returning on 25 June to celebrate and enhance the trading relationship between Spain and the UK. read more

The enthusiasm of a new young generation of farmers and the opportunities of the free market economy now sporadically revive the old tradition of asparagus cultivation. Interestingly, the largest cultivation area today is located in the Sliven region, in read more

The strawberry is much more than just a sweet fruit - it is an emotional cultural asset that evokes memories, connects people, and symbolizes seasonal enjoyment like few other fruits do. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association ANZ (IFPA ANZ) has appointed Lynch Group Australia CEO David Di Pietro and Steritech fresh produce business manager Ben Reilly to its board of directors. read more