During the AIPH Horticultural Industry Conference in Sydney, water scarcity was a major topic of discussion in a panel titled "How can the industry respond to water pressure?". This session brought together insights from production, research, and technology, emphasizing the urgency of the issue. read more

Consumer expectations in the global food markets are changing, with sustainability, traceability, and production standards playing a more significant role in purchasing decisions, especially in Europe. Costa Rica is enhancing its agricultural export strategy by integrating sustainability credentials with. read more

Family Tree Farms awansowała Colemana Hammonda na stanowisko dyrektora usług dla producentów w USA. Hammond jest integralną częścią firmy od 2018 roku, przynosząc ze sobą ogromne doświadczenie w terenie i silne relacje z producentami, które wspierają jej zobowiązanie do jakości i doskonałości operacyjnej. Od czasu dołączenia... read more

Located in Matina, on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, Varcli Pinares is a small-scale family-owned banana company that competes based on quality, sustainability, and brand identity rather than volume. Despite having limited land and funding initially, Varcli developed an integrated model in which read more

The current estimated pack-out volume of pears in the Pacific Northwest is 16.7 million boxes (equivalent to 20 kg or 44 lb each). This figure represents a decrease of about two million boxes from the mid-October estimated pack-out, mainly due to normal shrinkage during the season. Additionally, the pack-out per bin is not... read more

Zbliżając się Dzień Matki, narodowy ruch poszerza tradycyjny "wielki gest" obdarowywania prezentami na święta, podkreślając praktyczną, opartą na nauce korzyść: ciągłe dobre samopoczucie psychiczne. That Flower Feeling, stowarzyszenie marketingowe kwiatów z USA, ogłosiło rozszerzenie swojej "Tylko" read more

If you ask Ricardo Garrón what keeps Melones del Sol alive in the European market, he won't talk about marketing or expansion. He'll talk about the certainty of being where you say you'll be, when you say you'll be there, and with the right quality. The family business operates from Santa Rita. read more

The cherry industry in the United States is experiencing shifts in global supply and market dynamics, as increased production from China and continued competition from Turkey impact export performance. Data for 2025 show that the traditional export model, which depended on premium. read more

Zespri RubyRed kiwifruit has finally arrived at the South Australia Produce Market; the first shipment was delivered on Wednesday, March 25. While small quantities of red kiwifruit from the USA have been available over the past three years, their season has just ended. This marks the first season for Zespri RubyRed kiwifruit in South Australia. read more

The mango export season in Costa Rica, which lasts from February to May, aims to bridge the gap between the seasons in Peru and Mexico. Manga Rica, a grower-exporter, evenly divides its sales between the United States and Europe. "This season, disruptions in supply have occurred in Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, and Nicaragua." read more

With approximately one thousand hectares of table grapes, Sunfruits is one of Peru's top exporters. During the season, up to 900 tonnes of grapes are processed and packed daily. This high volume necessitates the highest level of precision, speed, and process reliability. In addition to its own 1,000 hectares, read more

The Italian fresh-cut supplier Almeda has designed its logistics system around the use of reusable transport packaging from the beginning, collaborating with Tosca to handle packaging throughout its supply chain. Almeda operates in the fresh-cut sector, dealing with perishable products and strict logistics schedules. read more

If you are interested in learning about the developments in the Mexican greenhouse market, new technologies available in the country, enhancing your cultivation through knowledge or tools, or simply networking with growers and industry representatives, today is your last chance to visit GreenTech Americas. read more

Kenya's flower industry is currently experiencing a crisis due to the increasing conflict in the Middle East. This conflict is disrupting global air cargo routes, leading to higher freight costs, delayed shipments, and jeopardizing thousands of jobs. The industry has already suffered millions of dollars in losses, with supply chains severely impacted. read more

Ravenwood Packaging has collaborated with Troya Alimentos for Aztec Fruits to launch a linerless, tray-based packaging solution for fresh produce in Mexico. This system replaces plastic nets and conventional labels with carton trays equipped with linerless labels, applied using Ravenwood's Nobac applicator. read more

In an industry affected by geopolitical shocks, currency fluctuations, and climate instability, Costa Rican Melopen's approach is not to hedge by diversifying into completely new sectors, but to strengthen its foundations by investing in soil health, energy independence, biological inputs, and its people. read more

Dole Italia is consolidating its experiential communication strategy by continuing its collaboration with Operazione Nostalgia, a format capable of attracting thousands of enthusiasts and creating a bridge between generations through the presence of great international football stars. read more

Domestic exports reached US$19.5 million in January 2026, which marked a 12.7% increase, equivalent to US$2.2 million, compared to January 2025. Bananas played a significant role in driving this growth, with export earnings from bananas rising by US$1.7 million, from US$6.1 million in January 2025 to US$7.8 million. read more

Costa Rica is well-known as a major player in the global market for pineapples and bananas, ranking first and third, respectively, among global exporters. However, its export portfolio goes far beyond these two crops, including root and tuber vegetables, melons, watermelons, mangoes, and various other products. read more

Ceny ropy naftowej wzrosły w ostatnich tygodniach po akcjach wojskowych z udziałem USA i Izraela w Iranie oraz zamknięciu Cieśniny Ormuz, która odpowiada za niemal 20 procent światowego zapotrzebowania na ropę. Wzrost kosztów energii skłonił przewoźników do wprowadzenia opłat związanych z paliwem. read more