The Australian government has progressed to the next phase of evaluating the import of fresh Cavendish bananas from the Philippines. read more

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The Contact Group for apples and pears of the Joint Fruit and Vegetable Committee of France, Italy, Portugal, and Spain has gathered in Saluzzo, Piedmont, to review the current campaign and discuss the prospects for the upcoming season. This meeting, as reported by the Spanish press, read more

Is Italy increasingly fond of Greek apricots? According to the data released by the specialized publication Froutonea.gr, it would seem so. From the data on commercial exchanges updated to the 24th week, referring to the period starting from the first of May, exports... read more

Sunny, hot, and still hot. This is how we could summarize the weather for the week, marked by the strengthening of the African Anticyclone and the arrival of a real heatwave over Italy. In the coming days, temperatures could reach 36°C, with values further increasing. read more

The pistachio sector is preparing to experience a two-speed season. As reported by Valenciafruits, Spain is getting ready to start the harvest next September with strong growth prospects, driven by the entry into production of new plants. This scenario fits into the trend. read more

Growers in South Africa are anticipating a larger harvest of BigBucks Gala apples, marketed under the Flash Gala brand, following a successful season that set a new record and saw them overcome several historical challenges associated with this variety. read more

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Talia Farms, one of the largest table grape operations in Australia, has been put back on the market after McGrathNicol was appointed as administrators. read more

The opening of the South African market to Italian table grapes represents a significant milestone for the entire national sector, to the achievement of which the Italian Table Grape Commission is proud to have contributed, confirming the importance of dialogue between institutions and. read more

The 21st Bangkok International Exotic Plants Show & Sale, "Blossom," took place from June 12 to 14, 2026, at Chaeng Watthana Hall, Central Chaeng Watthana, Bangkok, under the theme "Rare and Exotic." The event served as a global platform connecting entrepreneurs, collectors, industry experts, and enthusiasts. read more

The new Rijk Zwaan Open Field Trial Centre has been officially inaugurated in the Netherlands, an advanced facility designed to strengthen both applied research and the showcasing of field varieties to customers and partners worldwide. read more

The Apple and Pear Contact Group, consisting of representatives from production and marketing, industry associations like Fepex from France, Italy, and Spain, as well as government officials, gathered in Saluzzo (Piedmont) on June 10 and 11. During the meeting, they expressed strong opposition to the Council's Omnibus Regulation proposal. read more

La production de cerises en France est désormais estimée à 30 800 tonnes pour la saison 2026, soit une baisse de 4 % par rapport à 2025. Cette révision à la baisse, en date du 1er juin, est principalement due aux dommages causés par les tempêtes de grêle en mai en Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, ainsi qu'à une réduction de la superficie cultivée (-3%) et... read more

With the Dragon Boat Festival approaching, prices of certain fruits have increased, and some traders have started offering gift-box packaging. Additionally, the variety and quantity of peaches and stone fruits from China keep expanding. Thailand's Monthong (left) and Vietnam's Kanyao (right) are also in high demand. read more

Taiwan's Ministry of Agriculture (MOA) has warned against depending on China as a sustainable export market after procurement deals were made between mainland companies and Taiwanese firms at the Straits Forum in Xiamen. These agreements involve the purchase of Taiwanese products. read more

New Zealanders are being encouraged to choose fruits from the bowl over vitamin C supplements. The 5+ A Day Charitable Trust stated that people reaching for cold remedies this winter should consider checking their fruit bowl first, as nutrition experts recommend kiwifruit, citrus fruits, and tamarillos for their vitamin C content. read more

The FlowerTrials 2026 have ended, and we can reflect on a successful, well-attended, and inspiring event. Breeders from across the Netherlands and Germany opened their doors to present the newest genetics, concepts, and innovations. With over 400 photos, we have once again read more

A weekend of World Cup matches has brought some significant changes to the FreshPublishers World Cup pool. Italy's Luigi Giacomello is currently leading with 735 points. He has successfully predicted the final score four times. In second place is France's Romain Delacroix from Soparco, who has... read more

India's banana exports have been experiencing significant growth, with export values steadily increasing over the past five years, according to Shvam Dhumal of Agroindi EXIM Pvt Ltd. "Bananas have emerged as one of India's rapidly expanding fresh produce export segments, despite the challenges faced by the industry." read more