A sustained downward trend in wholesale prices for cucumbers in Uzbekistan since late March is typical for this time of year. However, during the current season—from the end of March through early May—prices have fallen to their lowest levels for this period in several years, EastFruit read more

By working together, the South African government and the country's citrus industry can jointly identify and leverage new market opportunities, overcome trade barriers, and ensure that their fresh produce consistently meets international standards. read more

5th International Africa Avocado Congress is scheduled to take place on 27-30 May at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. read more

Największa holenderska spółdzielnia owocowa Fruitmasters otworzyła nowoczesne centrum logistyczne i pakowania jako część swojej strategii prowadzenia przyszłościowej, zoptymalizowanej łańcucha dostaw owoców.

The largest Dutch fruit cooperative Fruitmasters has opened a state-of-the-art logistics and packaging center as part of its strategy to operate a future-proof, streamlined fruit supply chain. read more

Over 1,000 fruit producers from the Canary Islands have come together to enhance the export of tropical fruits from the islands. The recently formed organization, the Association of Tropical and Subtropical Fruit Producer Organizations of the Canary Islands (Tropicán), includes growers from seven different organizations. read more

Retiree families represent only 15% of households in Germany, but in the year 2024 they bought 23.3% of pears. Households with children make up 22.3% of the population, but they bought 29.1% of all pears. Families with children probably prioritize the desire for a healthy and read more

According to the Austrian Chamber of Agriculture, the remaining stocks are mostly contractually reserved and are expected to be marketed through domestic retail outlets in the coming weeks. "Free goods are now hardly available anymore, both domestically read more

The increase in production has not only satisfied domestic demand but also enabled the country to export significant quantities: In the first three months of 2025 alone, more than 26,000 tons were shipped abroad. Dr. Alaa Khalil, Director of the Research Institute read more

Included are new companies from Brazil producing yams, lychees, and grapes. Other companies come from Egypt, Ecuador, Ghana, Kenya, Colombia, and Morocco. They present a wide range of products during online meetings, including mangoes, avocados, and ginger. read more

The Australasian Packaging Innovation & Design (PIDA) Awards were presented by the Australasian Institute of Packaging (AIP) on 6 May, honoring companies and individuals who are making a notable impact on packaging in Australia and New Zealand. read more

Dzięki współpracy z Joy Wing Mau i Aeon Retail, indyjskie mango Superplum są teraz dostępne w Chinach po raz pierwszy. read more

Sai World is just a week to ten days away from the start of the citrus harvest. The company grows citrus in the Riverland area of South Australia. "The fruit is colouring up nicely and we will be about a week early with the first picking," said Sam Vasala from Sai World. "We will start with the… read more

Kanada odgrywa istotną rolę w globalnej logistyce żywności, zapewniając niezbędne wsparcie dla przemieszczania się białka, owoców morza, produktów mlecznych i innych podstawowych produktów za granicami. Ten rozległy system opiera się na dobrze skomunikowanej infrastrukturze, z zimowymi magazynami i centrami dystrybucji zapewniającymi. read more

Authorities at the Port of Rijeka in Croatia intercepted 85 kilograms of cocaine hidden in banana containers. The shipment, which originated from Ecuador and transited through Malta, was announced by police authorities, according to KosovaPress. Andrej Franulović, head of the Rijeka regional authorities, stated that the interception was a significant success in combating drug trafficking. read more

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and Leader Specialised Freight are reminding road users to give heavy vehicles space as they transport precious and fragile goods in time for Mother's Day. Fresh cut flower sales are set to bloom this Mother's Day, with every bunch sold contributing read more

The Commerce Ministry of Thailand is tackling the problem of falling fruit prices by accelerating the distribution of 950,000 tons of produce both locally and globally. Commerce Minister Pichai Naripthaphan emphasized the ministry's cooperation with various organizations to. read more

A new 30-hectare apricot orchard will be planted this year in the Dnistrovskyi district of Bukovina, Ukraine. The project is being implemented by LLC "Dnistrovi Sady," one of the largest and most modern fruit-growing enterprises in the region. The company has been operating in Bukovina for 15 years. read more

Moldovan fruit growers in several central and eastern regions are predicting a relatively high early plum harvest, despite late April frosts. According to industry representatives cited by Logos Press, early varieties such as "Čačak's Early," "Čačak's Best," and "Piteștianka" have mostly read more

Present all year on the shelves with 100% Italian product, carrots represent a certainty for the fruit and vegetable department. However, they do not always receive the attention they deserve from sector operators, despite the clear numbers: 11 thousand hectares cultivated throughout the Peninsula and... read more

In Vietnam's Mekong Delta, durians that have been rejected during export inspections are being sold for around $1.14 per kilogram, marking a 10-year low in prices. These fruits are being sold on roadsides in Can Tho City and Hau Giang Province with signs advertising the discounted prices. Currently, traders are taking advantage of the situation by selling these rejected durians to local consumers. read more