"The Prognosfruit has been a fixed event in the calendar of the pome fruit industry for many years. We are very pleased to have the opportunity to host it in its anniversary year," said BVEO Managing Director Dr. Christian Weseloh. The region around Lake Constance is the ideal read more

The total area for strawberry cultivation decreased by more than 15% to 1,400 hectares during the same period. The cultivation area for berry fruits such as blackcurrants decreased following a peak in 2018. These figures come from the CBS. read more

Before Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, Fruitnet had an exclusive interview with Rijk Zwaan’s Natalie Nguyen - client specialist Asia, Friso Klok - area manager/client manager, and Xinyuan Ma - client manager chain, based in China, discussing the company's expanding influence in Asia. read more

In Italy, the supply of grapes is significantly increasing. In the main growing areas of Apulia, the harvests are following one another rapidly, which is increasing the availability of goods without creating market pressure. The demand remains high, both domestically and for export. The German market is particularly noteworthy. read more

The US Apple Association (USApple) has expressed its support for the announcement that the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be buying up to US$35 million worth of fresh apples for distribution through its nutrition assistance programs nationwide. read more

In June 2025, Germany exported goods worth 130.5 billion euros and imported goods worth 115.6 billion euros, both adjusted for calendar and seasonal effects. This resulted in a trade surplus of 14.9 billion euros for June 2025. read more

While an average operation had 7.9 hectares of greenhouse space in 2024, this has increased to 8.6 hectares in 2025. read more

"Not too long ago, the media reported on the ongoing phenomenon of farmers dying out, but now Austria's financial guardians are planning a direct attack on farmers themselves. Not only consumer prices, but also the prices of operating materials and energy are constantly" read more

A cutting-edge diagnostic tool that is set to revolutionize Australia's banana industry is being developed through a new project that is co-funded by Hort Innovation, scientists, and growers. read more

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The price increase is particularly concerning for global chocolate manufacturers like the Italian company Ferrero, as it sources about 25% of Turkey's annual production and relies on hazelnuts as a key ingredient for chocolate products. read more

FernMark is New Zealand's official trademark of origin, awarded by the government to products that meet strict standards of authenticity, quality, and governance. While individual avocado exporters have held licenses in the past, this new read more

According to its own statements, the University of Queensland's program aimed to strengthen the banana industry's ability to diagnose disease outbreaks. read more

Dziewięć miesięcy po uzyskaniu dostępu do Stanów Zjednoczonych, Gwatemala nadal nie przeprowadziła żadnej wysyłki awokado Hass na rynek amerykański, zgodnie z raportem opublikowanym w Prensa Libre. read more

Westfalia Fruit has won four awards at the first South African Food and Beverage Awards 2025 for their avocado oil products. Their Lemon Flavoured Avocado Oil and Lemon variant oil won Gold, while both the Garlic Flavoured and Plain Avocado Oils received Silver Certificates. read more

Spain's fruit and vegetable exports to the EU reached €7.697bn in the January-May period, accounting for 81 percent of the country's total fresh produce exports of €9.46bn. read more

The plants wilted, didn't recover, and many of them died. However, in practice, the phenomenon unfolded differently. While the plants did become limp, many of them also recovered. read more

The author of the article, Dr. John M. Pezzuto, Dean of the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences at Western New England University (USA), believes that grapes can rival fruits like berries. read more

For the first time in New Zealand's horticulture sector, avocado exporters in the country have collaborated to obtain a collective FernMark Licence, signaling a new phase in the industry's global positioning. read more

WA Farm Direct has announced that Australian-grown Soluna apples have been exported to the United States for the first time. read more