The most recent UK wholesale banana price report indicates that bananas from Dollar-origin sources have increased in price for the week, while those from ACP (Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific) countries have remained the same. Belize was the only ACP country with a quoted price this week, with an average of £0.99 per kg, unchanged from the previous week. Cameroon and the read more

The consumption of sweet peppers is increasing as more consumers adopt healthier diets. Sweet peppers are versatile, available in various shapes, colors, sizes, and flavors, making them popular among consumers. This vegetable meets the demands of today's consumers who are seeking diverse and nutritious food options. read more

The hispano citrus season is in full swing, which means that the flagship Llusar from Guido Fruit is once again hitting the shelves. The Flemish importer has maintained a partnership with the renowned brand for more than 20 years, and this winter too, trucks from Spanish Llusar are travelling. read more

The Essential Costa Rica country brand has introduced a pineapple promotion in key European markets as part of its international campaign "The Natural Choice". read more

A violent hailstorm hit the La Ribera region on Monday, November 17, causing extensive damage to around 5,000 tons of fruit in the municipalities of Carlet and Massalavés, as reported by Portalfruticola.com. These are the initial estimates provided by the Valencian Farmers Association. read more

The supply of fresh fruits and vegetables to consumers in the United States still relies on three main sources: domestically grown produce harvested either by machines or migrant workers, and imported produce from countries with lower wages. Currently, the United States imports 60 percent of its fresh fruit and 35 percent. read more

The export markets for fruits and vegetables from the United States have demonstrated steady long-term resilience from 2015 to 2024, with gradual recovery after a decline in 2020 and renewed growth through 2024. Canada maintained its position as the primary destination throughout the period, while markets like Mexico, Japan, South Korea, read more

GrowTech Antalya is a trade show with two distinct aspects. On one hand, the aisles are crowded with thousands of Turkish growers eager to explore new varieties, fertilizers, and greenhouse coverings. On the other hand, many exhibitors are not primarily focused on the domestic market. Despite that, the exhibition continues to attract a diverse range of visitors and participants. read more

Chiquita will resume banana production and exports from Panama in January 2026, with its workforce expected to reach 5,000 employees by February. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and farmers have initiated the national grape harvest, with reported yields of around 4,000 boxes per hectare, which is said to be approximately double the international average. The government-led effort began in Montecristi and later expanded to Pedro Corto in San Juan. read more

Continental Farmers Group, one of the larger potato growers in Ukraine, has completed its 2025 potato harvest across over 2.1 thousand hectares in the Lviv and Ternopil regions, as reported by agronews.ua. The company harvested 1,270 hectares for chip varieties, 496 hectares for food potatoes, and... read more

The IAEA is collaborating with countries to address Fusarium wilt (Foc TR4) in bananas using nuclear techniques and coordinated research. Foc TR4 is a soil-borne fungus that can remain viable for many years and has spread from Asia to Africa, and more recently to Latin America, posing a transboundary challenge for... read more

In accordance with increasing sustainability goals and the European PPWR legislation, Modiform is launching a new reusable transport tray system. Building upon the concept initially introduced earlier this year at IPM, the company has now filed for a patent for the system. The solution was presented at a recent event. read more

The Central American avocado season is in full swing, but exports from Mexico to Europe are not going as well as Aztec Fruits had hoped. The exporter group, which has a sales office in Leuven, is working closely with local growers to supply Europe. However, the European market is proving challenging. read more

AP Moller-Maersk has announced that it has chosen Charlotte as its official North America headquarters, with plans to increase its current Charlotte-based workforce by over 500 jobs in the coming years. read more

Po ostatnim ogłoszeniu prezydenta USA Donalda Trumpa, że administracja zawarła umowy handlowe z Gwatemalą, Salwadorem, Ekwadorem i Argentyną, co miało obniżyć ceny produktów z tych krajów, nagłówki informowały o niższych cenach wielu produktów, w tym bananów i... read more

Just a few months ago, everything seemed to be perfect. The production was planned, tunnels were prepared, and containers with soil were ready for the plants. However, something went wrong! To this day, some of these objects are referred to as "ghost tunnels" - ready, read more

A Long Island high school is operating one of the most technologically advanced educational Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) laboratories in the region. It combines full-scale production with student-designed automation, fertigation control, and crop trials. The outcome is a space that yields hundreds of pounds of leafy greens annually. read more

Caroline García, manager of the Dominican company Caribio Fresh Fruit, confirmed that the current season has been "very good," despite the challenges that the sector is facing. The company, which specializes in conventional and organic bananas, exports mainly to the United States, Spain. read more

Oppy has opened a new, significantly expanded office and warehouse facility in south Calgary. read more