Nitzsche and Orton trace the origins of "Scarlet Sunrise" back to the year 2012, when they discovered promising characteristics in two very different types of tomatoes. They were able to combine the best traits of one, a commercial red grape tomato known for its... read more

The Panama Canal ended fiscal year 2025 (FY2025) with increases in revenues, tonnage, and vessel transits. Total revenues amounted to B/.5.705 billion (approximately US$5.705 billion), marking a 14.4% growth from the B/.4.986 billion (US$4.986 billion) reported in FY2024. Preliminary unaudited data shows a rise in. read more

W ostatnich miesiącach pojawiły się sygnały, że w szczególności w świetle wojny celnego spowodowanej przez rząd USA, stosunki między RPA a Unią Europejską zostały wzmocnione.

In recent months, there have been indications that, particularly in light of the tariff war initiated by the US government, South Africa and the European Union have strengthened their relationship. read more

Cpr System strengthens its presence in Spain and completes the renewal of its reusable crates for fruits and vegetables, confirming a growth trend for the sector both in Italy and on the Iberian Peninsula. Present on the Spanish market for five years with Cpr Iberia, read more

Sezon importu wiśni w Indiach rozpoczyna się w tym miesiącu, a pierwsza dostawa spodziewana jest około 20 października, informuje Arun Uttamchandani, właściciel importera z Mumbaju, Pushpbhuj Impex. "Importujemy z różnych krajów, w tym z Australii, Chile i USA. Dostawa z Chile oznacza nadejście" read more

During the International Strawberry Congress, Philippe Binard from Freshfel Europe shared insights on consumption trends in the European strawberry industry and the challenges that lie ahead in an uncertain world. "Fruits and vegetables can play a crucial role in promoting health and sustainability," Philippe emphasized. read more

Proven Winners has announced a new chapter. Historically operating as two distinct businesses that control and operate the Proven Winners brand in North America, Pleasant View Gardens (Loudon, NH) and Four Star Greenhouse (Carleton, MI) have decided to join forces and form one company, Proven Winners. read more

Moroccan blueberry exporters have significantly increased their shipments to Canada, as reported by EastFruit. Between July 2024 and June 2025, Morocco exported 1,900 tons of blueberries to Canada, with a total value exceeding $19 million. This amount is nearly double the volume from the previous season, showing a significant growth in exports. read more

The New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) has officially been recognized as an affiliate of the Bee Campus USA program, joining a growing network of colleges, universities, and communities dedicated to establishing healthy, sustainable habitats for pollinators. This certification speaks volumes about... read more

With the introduction of the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the packaging industry underwent a significant transformation. The main factors driving this change included reducing plastic usage, adopting mono-material solutions, and enhancing recycling efficiency, impacting producers, brands, and stakeholders. read more

The multinational company Chiquita has announced a significant move towards increasing local production in Europe by launching a pilot project to grow organic bananas in Sicily. This project is in partnership with the Ragusa-based cooperative Alba Bio. The plan is to plant around 20,000 banana plants starting this fall. read more

"The Pack Expo was the ideal setting to present our cooperation with Urschel in the USA - and the response exceeded our expectations," explains Stephan Zillgith, Managing Partner of KRONEN GmbH. "The interest in our..." read more

For over a century, Piacenza white garlic, also known as White Garlic of Monticelli d'Ongina, has been the pride of a territory that has turned it into a symbol and engine of wealth, earning it the nickname "White Gold". An identity crop, read more

Chociaż Ameryka Północna była kluczowym rynkiem eksportowym dla bananów z Meksyku, Azja staje się coraz bardziej istotna. „Jesteśmy zobowiązani do nawiązania kontaktu z konsumentami, którzy cenią wysokiej jakości, organiczne produkty z międzynarodowymi certyfikatami” - mówi Jorge Ángel Aguilar Gallegos, CEO Coliman.

While North America has been a key export market for bananas from Mexico, Asia is becoming increasingly important. "We are committed to connecting with consumers who value high-quality, organic products with international certifications," says Jorge Ángel Aguilar Gallegos, CEO of Coliman. read more

Fresh produce grower, marketer, and distributor Oppy has strategically integrated Dole Diversified North America (DDNA USA) sales operations into its business, effective October 1, 2025 — marking a significant step in expanding the company's established capabilities across North America. read more

The fresh produce company Oppy has announced the strategic integration of Dole Diversified North America (DDNA USA) sales operations into its business. read more

At Sorteerbedrijf D'Hont in Groede, the last onions are currently being brought in. "We are late, but had late-sown plots and could not irrigate everywhere. Only after the rains in August did growth pick up there," says Jaap D'Hont, who expects to have all the onions in next week. "The yields read more

For the past nine years, EVDW, an advisory firm based in Stellenbosch, has been providing practical, data-driven advice to farmers in South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique, and even as far as the United States of America. "One of the most important lessons we have learned," says founder Earle van der Watt, "is..." read more

Iberian Premium Fruits participated in Fruit Attraction once again, showcasing all its group companies at its stand for the first time: Torres, Llusar, V Ros, The Natural Hand, and the recent addition, Vale da Rosa, which joined the project this year. This collaboration allows Iberian Premium Fruits to read more

Grape varieties from the Byzantine era that were discovered in Israel's Negev desert are now being replanted after over a thousand years, reviving ancient farming practices that once provided wine to Mediterranean markets. The new vineyard is being established at Shivta National Park, located within the remains of the Byzantine-era settlement. read more