Helena Hartley has recently come back from a morning in the Loskop Valley, where a vegetable grower has been testing Rijk Zwaan's iceberg varieties for better shelf life. According to her, the seed company's Iceberg range has a significant market presence in South Africa. She is often on the move. read more

Cambridgeshire exotic vegetable grower David Mwanaka has been visited by Princess Anne in recognition of his efforts to establish a business focused on growing produce that is in demand among African, Asian, and Latin American communities in the UK. read more

The event, organized by the South African industry association BerriesZA under the theme "Connecting Minds, Growing Futures," brought together leaders, innovators, producers, exporters, and stakeholders from 32 countries along the entire value chain. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has recently announced 22 varieties to pair with select 2026 Paint Colors of the Year as announced by major paint brands. The company's lineup features a diverse range of hues and tones that complement the versatility and tranquility of the most prominent indoor and outdoor trends for the upcoming year. read more

Po zbyciu biznesu Langeberg & Ashton Foods przez Tiger Brands konsorcjum lokalnych producentów owoców za 0,05 USD w maju, działania zostały wznowione 1 października. Ten krok zapewnia kontynuację działalności w przemyśle owoców zimozielonych na Przylądku Zachodnim. Tiger Brands po raz pierwszy ogłosił... read more

The International Blueberry Organization (IBO) has released the 2025 IBO Report, which offers an overview of the global performance of the blueberry industry during the 2024 season. The report was unveiled at the IBO Summit in South Africa and was compiled based on contributions from country representatives. read more

NativaLand is the exclusive licensing partner in Europe for LSU-developed sweet potato varieties such as Bellevue, Evangeline, Orleans, and Burgundy. These premium varieties are protected under Plant Breeders' Rights (PBR), which means they cannot be propagated, distributed, or exported. read more

Hiszpańska Policja Krajowa ogłosiła we wtorek przejęcie ponad 11 ton konopi w dwóch osobnych operacjach przeprowadzonych w ciągu tygodnia w Maladze i Algeciras. Operacje zostały przeprowadzone we współpracy z Generalną Dyrekcją Bezpieczeństwa Narodowego Maroka (DGSN). read more

"We are already exporting to India, and after our visit to ASIA FRUIT LOGISTICA, we were also able to secure some new orders for China," he said. "Asia is a large market with enormous potential, so we need to be prepared." read more

Ekstremalne warunki pogodowe i niepewność rynkowa obciążają producentów owoców do konserwowania na całym świecie. Od Europy po Stany Zjednoczone, plantatorzy zgłaszają mniejsze zbiory, węższe marże i konkurencję ze strony rynku świeżych owoców dla brzoskwiń żółtego miąższu. W Południowej Afryce producenci owoców do konserwowania nadal pozostają pod presją.

The impact of extreme weather and market uncertainty is being felt by canning fruit producers globally. From Europe to the U.S., growers are reporting smaller harvests, tighter margins, and competition from the fresh fruit market for yellow cling peaches. In South Africa, canning fruit growers continue to face pressure. read more

Również Government of Tanzania, poprzez Cereals and Other Produce Regulatory Authority (COPRA), rozpoczął sezon zakupu awokado 2025/2026 z naciskiem na kontrolę jakości i dodawanie wartości. Oficjalne rozpoczęcie miało miejsce 25 września 2025 roku w Regionie Njombe, pod przewodnictwem gubernatora regionu Njombe. read more

In South Africa, a ratio of 60:40 between ocean and air cargo is common for blueberries. Antoinette van Heerden, logistics manager at the Fresh Produce Exporters' Forum and moderator of the international blueberry summit logistics panel, noted that this ratio fluctuates quite a bit between seasons. read more

A price difference between different varieties of Egyptian pomegranates is growing as consumer awareness is more prominent these days, says CEO Mariya Dermendzhieva of Bulgarian fresh produce trader Triland: "Egyptian season 2025 seems like the 'War of the cultivars'. A few years ago, people were... read more

The agricultural organization ARAG-ASAJA has condemned what it calls a "new disloyalty" by the European Union towards the EU agricultural sector, following the modification of the trade agreement protocols between Europe and Morocco. According to the organization, this change will enable the... read more

The South African supplier Tru-Cape has announced that it has achieved its highest ever packout of Pink Lady apples this season. Both of its packhouses have reported an increased proportion of fruit that met the brand's guidelines. read more

In week 38, the FPC Rose (Flower Product Committee) visited Kenya and interacted with farms, freight forwarders, breeders, and the local team at Royal FloraHolland. The program offered valuable insights into local production, sustainability efforts, and logistical hurdles, while... read more

South Africa is home to fynbos vegetation. The Import Promotion Desk (IPD) is bringing this flora – including proteas, leucadendrons, leucospermums, and brunia – to the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) from 4 to 6 November. Their showcase will be complemented by summer flowers. read more

CTL-ICS is a company based in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, specializing in the purchase, sale, and rental of used reefer containers worldwide. "We are quite satisfied with how sales are going so far this year, especially considering the global economy. Since we have a very diverse customer base, we read more

Based in the ports of Rotterdam and Antwerp, CTL-ICS specializes in the purchase, sale, and rental of used reefer containers worldwide. "We are quite satisfied with how sales are going so far this year, especially considering the global economy. Since we have a very diverse customer base, we" read more

Ghanaian Vice-President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has visited the Show at the Efua Sutherland Children's Park in Accra. She went round the various stands and interacted warmly with exhibitors, entrepreneurs, and young innovators showcasing Made-in-Ghana products and green solutions. read more