The vast desert plains of the Ica region in southwestern Peru have undergone a radical transformation in just a few decades. Areas that were once mostly sand and wind now feature extensive cultivation of blueberries, grapes, asparagus, and mangoes. This phenomenon is occurring in many other areas as well. read more

Table grapes are one of the most important fruit crops in Egypt, second only to citrus in terms of production volume. In the marketing year 2025/26 (October-September), Egypt is expected to produce 1.67 million metric tons of table grapes, with exports projected to reach 220 thousand metric tons. read more

Bad Request: Provided text is incomplete. read more

On November 25, 2025, 18 individual farm workers, the United Farm Workers of America, and the UFW Foundation filed a lawsuit aimed at reversing the H-2A wage rule implemented by the Trump administration. The plaintiffs claim that the rule reduces wages for American agricultural workers and increases the utilization of the H-2A program. read more

When Robin Vincent started Canobi AgTech over a decade ago, he wasn't aiming to establish another hardware company. "We position ourselves as farm intelligence," he says. "If you think about the farm as the body, we're the nervous system." Operating from its headquarters in Canada, Canobi has transformed from a... read more

On Wednesday, December 3, the annual New York Produce Show & Conference took place at the Javits Center. The one-day trade show showcased approximately 300 exhibitors. While there were participating produce companies from across the U.S. and Canada, a significant portion of the exhibitors were located in the Northeastern region. read more

Potatoes are increasingly being recognized as a high-efficiency crop that can provide food, ingredients, and bio-based applications. However, their full potential is still underutilized in many regions, including North America. Despite their ability to produce high yields per hectare and adapt to diverse climates, their broader benefits are not fully realized. read more

Baby mango is gaining a strong reputation as one of Colombia's most globally recognized fruits. Claudia Cervantes, the manager of Superfruit, highlights that this particular variety, unique to Colombia, has made its way into markets in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. This success is... read more

On Wednesday evening, in the setting of Tenuta Chiaramonte in Ragusa, Valfrutta Fresco – the "innovation laboratory" of the Alegra Group specialized in premium references – brought together producers and partners for Cornelio Day, the annual event dedicated to Italian sweet peppers. read more

The initial shipments of Spanish peppers for the 2025/26 season are on their way to the US. Three companies from Almeria have been granted permission to export to the North American market during this campaign, which will last until April 30th. read more

The Italian fresh produce group Orsero is considering potential acquisitions in the US as it focuses on selling high-value products such as berries, avocados, and mangoes. read more

This fall, tens of thousands of children across the Netherlands, Germany, England, France, Canada, and Sweden planted flower bulbs. They learned how and when to do this using a free flower bulb kit from Bulbs4Kids. As part of the project, 2,060 classes received a Bulbs4Kids kit. read more

The movement of avocados, blueberries, cucumbers, bell peppers, strawberries, and tomatoes continues to shift across US ports of entry, with trading activity and pricing varying by region and product. Below is a condensed overview of current trends. Avocado movement from Mexico through Texas crossings is read more

Pb Tec has opened a new location in McKinney, TX. The new location will house operational and administrative staff, as well as a panel building shop to enhance customer service in the United States. "This new location is a crucial milestone in the expansion of Pb Tec's North American operations." read more

Ukrainian processors are reporting a significantly lower proportion of berries being utilized in the freezing industry this season, approximately 35% less compared to vegetables. According to Ihor Usatyi, the sales manager at Tevitta, most berries were readily available in the domestic market, with the exception of wild blueberries. read more

Iperal, one of the most dynamic supermarket chains in Northern Italy, has built its reputation on quality, service, and a close connection with the communities in which it operates. With 56 retail locations, over 50,000 employees, and an expanding range of fresh products, the activities of read more

Exports of mandarins from Morocco to Russia have seen a significant increase in the first months of 2025. According to data from Russia's Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance, shipments have reached 31.6 thousand tons, marking a 74% rise from 18.2 thousand tons in the same period of 2024. read more

Uganda continues to import highly hazardous pesticides banned in the European Union, with experts warning of risks to public health, food safety, and the environment. Professor Wenzel Geissler from the University of Oslo stated that "The safest way to use pesticides is not to use them," emphasizing the potential dangers associated with their usage. read more

W roku 2025 był trudny dla przemysłu bananowego w Kostaryce. Danilo Román, prezes Narodowej Korporacji Bananowej (Corbana), przypisał to spadkowi produkcji w pierwszej połowie roku, spowodowanemu złymi warunkami pogodowymi i rozprzestrzenianiem się chorób związanych z obfitymi opadami deszczu. read more

While packing has resumed, Canada was in a bit of a wait-and-see situation with mangoes from Peru last week. Although the country had just started shipping Kent mangoes, there were concerns from growers regarding pricing. "The logistics from Peru have been good and better than in other years, so it has been steady." read more