Bigbucks, the wine-red Gala apple mutation discovered in South Africa, is embarking on a new phase of commercialization after being granted plant breeders’ rights in Australia. read more

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC) has been honored with two Superior Taste Awards from the International Taste Institute. Their premium Fandango strawberry was awarded the highest scoring accolade, while the raspberry variety Amalia Rossa received a 2-star award. read more

The Summer Berry Company (TSBC) has been awarded two Superior Taste Awards by the International Taste Institute. Their premium Fandango strawberry received the highest scoring award, while the raspberry variety Amalia Rossa earned a 2-star award. read more

The new estimate also represents a decrease of 11% compared to last year, when South Africa packed a total of 24.8 million cartons of Navels for export. read more

During the exploratory phase, the situation of the sector and the challenges it must face were discussed, as well as key issues such as pensions, wages, and sustainable employability. The exploratory phase is now completed, and negotiations are ongoing. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica China Business Meet Up, organized by Global Produce Events (GPE), gathered over 1,600 high-level industry professionals in Shanghai on 27-28 May. read more

At the beginning of the year, ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA launched a series of Asia Business Meet-Ups to strengthen its connections to key markets and build even greater momentum for the return of the trade show to Hong Kong from September 4 to 6, 2024. read more

Belgium-based perishable logistics service provider Foodcareplus has announced a strategic partnership with India’s Intercontplus, which also specializes in refrigerated ocean freight. The partnership aims to enhance supply chain solutions for fresh produce imports from around the world to India. read more

According to export statistics processed by Fepex, around 98 percent of Spain's fruit and vegetable exports are destined for European markets. read more

The seventh edition of the National Agricultural Lands Bank (BTA) kicks off, offering the sale of 428 plots totaling 11,416 hectares. Starting from last Friday, May 31st, it is possible to submit expressions of interest. The lands can be viewed on read more

In the month of May, the International Working Group in Spinach (IWGP) named a new strain of downy mildew (Peronospora effusa) on spinach: Pe.20. Isolates of this new strain have been reported in Europe and the United States. read more

The new commercial season of Perla Nera is starting these days, the midi watermelon with dark skin and few seeds, particularly sweet and crunchy, exclusively produced by O.P. Francescon, Peviani S.p.A. and O.P. La Mongolfiera. read more

Po zlikwidowaniu ceł i zezwoleniu na import z Kostaryki, izraelski rynek ananasów doświadczył znaczących zmian. Początkowo cena ananasów w Izraelu była znacząco wysoka, ale w ubiegłym roku nastąpił dramatyczny spadek cen po usunięciu. read more

The biggest horticulture conference and trade show in Australasia has started today in Melbourne, with organizers anticipating a record attendance for this year's event. The three-day program includes a variety of events, with attendees coming from all over Australia and abroad to participate. read more

Technologia opracowana przez firmę Siropack, z siedzibą w Cesenatico (Forlì-Cesena), posiada długą serię patentów dla swoich automatycznych maszyn do pakowania świeżych produktów, żywności i produktów farmaceutycznych i została zaprezentowana podczas NPE w Orlando (USA). Opinie były szeroko pozytywne. Rocco De Lucia

The technology developed by Siropack, a company based in Cesenatico (Forlì-Cesena), boasts a long series of patents for its automatic packaging machines for fresh produce, food, and pharmaceutical products and was presented at NPE in Orlando (USA). Feedback was widely positive. Rocco De Lucia read more

Wraz z rozwojem sezonu produkcji cytrusów w Południowej Afryce, na rynku pojawiły się również południowoafrykańskie cytryny obok grejpfrutów. Zbliżając się Święto Smoka, sprzedaż importowanych skrzynek z jabłkami rośnie. Południowoafrykańskie cytryny są teraz dostępne na rynku, a obecne ceny wynoszą read more

The EastFruit experts conducted a survey among participants in the frozen raspberry market in Ukraine. The survey involved engaging with top freezing companies and farmers who cultivate raspberries on a large scale for freezing purposes. Additionally, we conducted an anonymous survey among EastFruit telegram users. read more

Ocean Network Express' (ONE) newest vessel, Vessel ONE Recommendation, recently completed its maiden voyage to Durban Container Terminal (DCT) Pier 2 in South Africa. The vessel carried a total of 2,578 import containers and 2,600 export containers, including refrigerated containers for citrus. read more

"Hybrid varieties have brought the most significant change to onion cultivation in Spain in the last 30 years," says David Casanoves of the Spanish company Agriseeds. They have enabled a drastic transformation of the industry by rapidly developing a complete range of improved varieties for all needs. read more

Soon, the Netherlands will once again become the center of horticulture as the FlowerTrials and GreenTech events will be held simultaneously. FlowerTrials will be held from June 11-14 at various locations in the Netherlands and some locations in Germany, while GreenTech will also take place in June. read more