Ahold Delhaize has appointed Tim Bork as the Chief Commercial Officer for Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia. The appointment is effective from May 19. This newly established position will report directly to Claude. read more

In the past ten years, there has been a growing trend of sourcing peppers, tomatoes, cucumbers, and other vegetables from outside of Europe, mainly from North Africa. However, Beluli Durim, managing director, emphasizes that there are closer alternatives to importing non-European vegetables, such as those from the Balkan region. read more

Over the course of 2+ days, the inaugural Agential AI AgBio 2025 conference gathered top experts in controlled environment agriculture, AI innovation, and advanced crop sciences. The event aimed to establish a new benchmark for agricultural technology conferences in the Asia-Pacific region by fostering the convergence of... read more

At no cost to the state, RSA Group CEO Jaco Oosthuizen reminded delegates at last week's World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) conference that wholesale markets in South Africa play a crucial role in supplying millions of people, both locally and across borders, with fruits and vegetables. read more

Climate change poses a challenge for Turkey, with its impact on agricultural production growing. Adaptation through technology is crucial. Global techniques such as fogging, wind turbines, and heating systems for frost prevention are not widely used in Turkey. Efficient irrigation is also important. read more

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United Selections has announced the appointment of Ermias Argaw as the new Regional Sales Manager for Ethiopia, starting in June 2025. Ermias will be responsible for enhancing the company's presence in the Ethiopian floriculture market, with duties including selection and guidance. read more

On May 14, members of the Moldova Fruct Association held a series of meetings in Romania with representatives from the Regional Center for Agricultural Investment Financing in Iași, the Agency for Payments and Intervention in Agriculture (APIA), and local fruit producers. The visit aimed to read more

Variety Innovation B.V. has announced a significant new partnership with Vivai Milone nurseries in Italy. The announcement was made on Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at Macfrut during the citrus session of the international symposium, "V.I.P. - Varieties International Project". Peter Turner (Director) read more

Many readers likely recognize Rozz Darlington as the charming young woman from the 2023 series of Married at First Sight UK. A beloved participant among fans, she exuded an enthusiastic and cheerful personality, a trait that is also evident when you meet her in person. read more

The numbers are clear: German households have a strong affinity for vegetables. In 2024, tomatoes led the way with 13.6 kg per household, followed by cucumbers (11.6 kg), carrots (9.8 kg), onions (8.4 kg), and peppers (7.7 kg). Three of these top crops are cultivated in greenhouses. With Germany's weather... read more

China, the birthplace of lychees and the world's largest producer, plays a dominant role in global lychee supply. In 2023, global lychee production reached approximately 4.5 million tons, with China contributing about 3.8 million tons, an impressive 84.4% share. However, in 2024, extreme weather read more

The agriculture sector in Hungary is currently dealing with various challenges such as unprecedented frost damage and changing market dynamics. Recent frosts have significantly affected fruit crops, particularly apricots, with potential historic lows in harvests. The projected yield is estimated to be between 2,000 and 4,000 tons, highlighting the severity of the situation. read more

Azadpur Mandi in North Delhi, which is considered to be the largest fruit and vegetable wholesale market in Asia, has reportedly halted imports of apples from Turkey. read more

Kenyan avocado producer-exporter Karakuta Fresh Produce has opened a 7,500-tonne avocado packhouse in Nairobi, as part of its strategy to boost exports and strengthen relationships with over 1,500 smallholder farmers, CEO Grace Ngungi announced. read more

The initial concept of Fruit South Africa (FSA) as an initiative to promote the country's fresh fruit in the deregulated era was introduced 24 years ago at Fruit Logistica Asia in Hong Kong. read more

According to the president of Brazil's export association Abrafrutas, Brazilian grape suppliers are prepared to send their fruits to China for the first time, potentially before the end of the year. read more

Flash Gala is the most recent branding success from South Africa, and several exporters have mentioned that its consistent, vibrant color is what distinguishes it from other red apples and Gala varieties. read more

The New Zealand fruit developer Prevar has collaborated with Tribal Brands Asia on a series of events to showcase the recently rebranded Piqa Red. read more

The online ticket shop for Asia Fruit Logistica is now officially open. Asia's leading trade show for fresh fruits and vegetables will be held in Hong Kong on 3-5 September 2025, bringing together the global fresh produce industry and highlighting the full value chain. read more