Banana workers in Costa Rica have received compensation payments as a result of a complaint filed by Oxfam Germany and the Costa Rican trade union SITRAP under the German Supply Chain Law. The complaint addressed alleged violations of labor rights at a banana supplier for Aldi in Costa Rica, including. read more

DiMuto has announced the launch of traceable mango shipments under the SoLumi Fresh brand from Mexico to the US, powered by its DiMutoClear Trade Management platform. read more

Na skutek skargi Oxfam i kostarykańskiego związku zawodowego SITRAP dotyczącej naruszeń prawa pracy u dostawcy bananów, dotknięci interesariusze w Kostaryce otrzymali płatności od producenta. Proces, rozpoczęty w 2023 roku, odbył się w ramach niemieckiego Łańcucha Dostaw.

Affected rightsholders in Costa Rica have received payments from the producer as a result of a complaint filed by Oxfam and the Costa Rican trade union SITRAP regarding labor law violations at a banana supplier. The process, initiated in 2023, took place under the framework of Germany's Supply Chain. read more

The pineapple market is currently facing a striking paradox. Despite relatively limited availability in Costa Rica, the market is experiencing more supply than demand. "Especially in the larger sizes, there is a significant surplus on the market. I expect North America, in particular, to" read more

A tribute to peace, in the form of poppies grown from seeds sourced from Flanders Fields, will bloom in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources (AgBio) Atrium for Remembrance Day. The display is a heartfelt project by University of Saskatchewan (USask) horticulture student Corporal Fikret. read more

Produkcja migdałów w Portugalii spodziewa się spadku w tym roku ze względu na niekorzystne warunki pogodowe podczas okresu kwitnienia i zapylenia, zgodnie z informacjami Portugal Nuts association. W rozmowie z agencją informacyjną Lusa, dyrektor wykonawczy Nuno Russo powiedział, że "bardzo deszczowa i zimna pogoda, zwłaszcza w marcu, read more

The 2025 Costa Rican pineapple season has been affected by difficult weather conditions, with persistent rainfall causing disruptions to planting activities and decreasing export volumes. Jordy Cruz from Agricrumo mentioned that national productivity is still low, and the outlook for 2026 indicates a continuation of this trend. "If it..." read more

IFCO, a global provider of reusable packaging containers (RPCs) for fresh produce, has released its 2025 ESG Report, signaling the conclusion of its five-year sustainability plan "Thriving in the Circular Economy." The company reported advancements in all 18 environmental, social, and read more

A tribute to peace will be displayed in the College of Agriculture and Bioresources Atrium on Remembrance Day, featuring poppies grown from seeds sourced from Flanders Fields. This project is close to the heart of University of Saskatchewan horticulture student Corporal Fikret. read more

Day of the Dead is one of the most emblematic traditions in Mexico, a time to honor and remember those who have passed. For this celebration, families prepare altars decorated with flowers, candles, food, drinks, photographs and personal belongings of their loved ones. Among the decorations, the read more

The Minister of Trade and Industry of Panama, Julio Moltó, has announced that the country may resume banana exports between December and January, assuming that the reactivation process proceeds as scheduled. This projection is contingent on the successful re-establishment of operations by Chiquita Panama in Bocas del Toro. read more

According to the latest analysis by Avobook, as reported by Freshfruitportal.com, October ended with a global avocado market in balance, where demand and supply met harmoniously after months of fluctuations. The increasing demand from Northern countries intersected with the tail. read more

W ciągu ostatnich miesięcy Panama wzmocniła eksport ananasów na rynki Stanów Zjednoczonych i Kanady, korzystając z malejącego podaży z Kostaryki. Danis Santana, dyrektor generalny Panama Squash Co., wyjaśnia, że "w ciągu ostatnich dwóch lat krajowa produkcja wzrosła o około 30". read more

Morocco has increased its presence in the Canadian citrus market during the 2024/25 marketing year, doubling grapefruit exports and achieving a new record volume, as reported by EastFruit. From November 2024 to August 2025, Morocco exported 1,500 metric tons of grapefruit to Canada, valued at read more

Mexico is the main provider of mangos to the United States. The main mango season in the country has come to an end, with a historic record of 95.6 million boxes of mangos exported to the U.S. market this year. Currently, only smaller quantities of irradiated fruit are left from Mexico. read more

When the first containers of Indoor Vertical.Farm's pilot system arrived in Bridgetown earlier this year, it marked the beginning of a new phase for controlled environment agriculture in the Caribbean. The project, done in partnership with the Government of Barbados, introduces a fully off-grid system. read more

Rio Piedra Farm, situated in Panama's tropical region, is dedicated to cultivating coconuts and green coconuts for the local and European markets. At present, the farm spans over 80 hectares of coconut trees and aims to increase its size to 300 hectares in the near future. The plantation recently began its... read more

With its 40th anniversary in September, Ringoplast GmbH celebrated not only four decades of company history but also a remarkable development from a small plastics processor to an established supplier of reusable transport solutions, especially for the food industry. "We can look back on a very read more

For quality pineapples, Surinamese growers are becoming less reliant on supplies from Costa Rica or Brazil. Pineapple cultivation is growing in the South American country. Amea is one of the companies that, with conviction and dedication, cultivates local varieties that are not only sweeter than the traditional ones. read more

Some key trends and talking points in the British potato sector at the moment include:

1. Sustainability: There is a growing focus on sustainable practices within the potato industry, including reduced chemical usage, water conservation, and carbon footprint reduction.

2. Brexit implications: The impact of Brexit on the potato sector, including changes in trade agreements, regulations, and access to seasonal labor, is a significant topic of discussion.

3. Consumer demand: Changing consumer preferences, such as an increased interest in locally sourced and organic potatoes, are driving innovation and marketing strategies within the sector.

4. Technology adoption: The use of technology in potato farming, such as precision agriculture, drones, and data analytics, is becoming more prevalent to optimize crop yields and efficiency.

5. Climate change resilience: As climate change poses challenges to potato production, discussions around developing more resilient varieties and farming practices are taking place in the industry.

6. Food waste reduction: Efforts to minimize food waste, including improving storage techniques and developing value-added products from surplus potatoes, are important considerations for the sector.

These trends and talking points are shaping the current landscape of the British potato sector and influencing decision-making within the industry. read more