Cooler temperatures cause small gap in Florida strawberry supply

Hoping for a better second half of Morocco’s citrus season

Back in November and December 2024, Morocco started shipping Clemenules and Nour clementines to the U.S., but the season didn't have a dream start. "It…

Cooler temperatures cause small gap in Florida strawberry supply

The supply of strawberries out of Florida is seeing an almost "mini gap" right now. "Supply is weaker than expected with the cold temperatures over the…

Jorge Sanchez, of Nicoverde:

"Every year we have to try and adjust to changes, not only to weather conditions, but also to costs"

The global pineapple market continues to evolve. Although the demand for fresh fruit has remained stable, the juice and frozen products industry is…

Calavo Growers reports $661.5M in 2024 sales, adjusts focus after Fresh Cut divestiture

Calavo Growers, Inc., a company specializing in the global avocado industry and value-added fresh food, has released its financial results for the…

Oppy's CEO to receive International Humanitarian Ellis Island Medal of Honor

In May, Oppy chairman, CEO, and managing partner John Anderson will receive the prestigious International Humanitarian Ellis Island Medal of Honor, an…

Addressing food insecurity by donating 3 million lbs. of produce annually

Cox Farms announced a partnership with Feeding America to help address food insecurity. This collaboration will bring fresh, healthy produce to food…

Marcel Blignaut, Caracal Fruit Trading:

"India becoming a vital market for South African citrus and top fruit”

Five years ago in South Africa, Caracal Fruit Trading was started as part of Jaguar The Fresh Company. With Marcel Blignaut as Managing Director in…

New hires for Pete Pappas & Sons

Pete Pappas & Sons has kicked off 2025 with a series of strategic hires and promotions designed to enhance operations, strengthen customer relationships, and ensure ongoing…

Social impact program expands sustainability initiative

Thx!, a social impact program connecting consumers with farmworkers, announces the expansion of its sustainability initiative with new and returning…

Baloian Farms appoints new Chief Financial Officer

Baloian Farms is pleased to announce Magatte Gueye as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at its Fresno, California headquarters. Magatte joined Baloian…

Ofi's 2023 report showcases global progress in nut sustainability and community impact

Global ingredients supplier Ofi has published its latest sustainability report for its nuts business, highlighting advancements in agricultural technology and…

Frank Remigio Erazo, of RS Peruvian Business:

"Despite their smaller size, Ventura blueberries proved to be more resistant and suitable for export"

The latest blueberry season in Peru has been marked by adverse weather conditions, including harsher night temperatures, which have taken a toll on the…

“We hope Brazil will become a major exporter of dragon fruit in a sustainable way in the future.”

The cultivation of dragon fruit in Brazil has shown considerable growth in recent years. "Cultivation has been very much focused on the family farming…

Chile's Verfrut plans to export 20% more stone fruits

Chile's 2024-2025 stone fruit season is in full swing. "We expect to export 20% more stone fruit than last season, which amounts to approximately 2.7 million…

Argentina's lemon prices soar due to the decrease in production

The severe frost in July 2024 has severely affected the lemon harvest in Argentina, limiting the availability of this fruit, especially now in the southern…

Brazil's rising pistachio demand sparks domestic cultivation pilot in Ceará by 2027

As pistachios become a staple in Brazilian cuisine, showcased in a variety of dishes from ice creams to the unique pão de queijo, their market demand has seen…

Brazil's fruit exports surpass $1.28B in 2024, driven by mango and melon growth

Brazil has cemented its position as a leading figure in the global fresh fruit market, with exports topping 1 million tons and generating revenues…

Second week of harvest for Moroccan blueberries

The Moroccan blueberry season is off to a rather quiet start, against a backdrop of stiff competition, while other origins are supplying the global…

"Ideal weather enhances the flavor of blueberries this year"

Blueberries grown in Guangdong, China, are gaining an edge in freshness and lower transportation costs due to their proximity to key sales…

"We’ve started shipping the grapes to the Russian market"

The first part of the grape season in India has been a bit low, but the pace is expected to pick up soon, says Amit Kalya, managing director of Indian…

Tom Desmet (Desmet Agro):

"With Poland and France joining Spain in the leek market, prices are looking promising"

The leek market picked up after the festive season. "We remained busy during the Christmas period. That's not a bad thing, but fortunately, prices are…

Anthony Oboussier, EARL Les Chambres

Citrus and avocado trials in Drôme department

At EARL Les Chambres, based in the Drôme department, the tomatoes, strawberries, cucumbers, and other produce grown in a 3,000m² greenhouse have given…

Marie Piccone - Manbulloo

"We see Rosa as one of the key varieties of Project Flavour because it is all about the eating experience"

An Australian mango producer growing production on its new variety range, with the aim of providing more enjoyable mango-eating experiences and flavors…

“Sending apples to Egypt has become easier, but not fully convenient”

“After January, only three Greek exporters will have apples to send abroad”

2024 ended with Greek apple exports, the season of which began on September 1st, reaching 25,578. tons, 50% higher than last season. Of this total,…

Thorsten Scherz/BEHR AG

Behr AG celebrates its 130th birthday in Berlin:

"Production is and always has been at the heart of our company"

BEHR AG has every reason to celebrate at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The family-owned company is looking back on 130 years of company history in 2025.…

"Fruit and vegetable trade grows in 2024, while consumption declines in the Netherlands"

Extreme weather and geopolitical tensions made 2024 a challenging year for the Dutch fruit and vegetable sector. In 2024, it became clearer than ever that the…

Planasa appoints Hans Liekens to drive berry sector growth

Planasa, a company specializing in plant variety research and nursery operations within the berry sector, has announced the appointment of Hans Liekens…

Israel's citrus growers persevere amid conflict, focus on Orri Jaffa exports and quality

Last year (season 2023-2024), Israel found itself in a war situation following a murderous attack by Hamas and Hezbollah against civilian communities…

Woman's "Banana Etiquette" tutorial sparks 12 mln views

A video by content creator Jaskarn Singh Sidhu has gone viral, amassing 12 million views for its comedic take on sophisticated eating habits. The clip…

Kenya and UAE to collaborate on railway expansion, trade, and agricultural investment

Kenya is aiming for a new partnership agreement with the United Arab Emirates to enhance its railway network. The proposal includes extending the Standard…

South Africa inquiry finds retailer mark-ups and barriers for small farmers in fresh produce market

The inquiry into South Africa's fresh produce market, initiated in March 2023, aimed to uncover the reasons behind the low participation of historically…

Phytech and Rivulis join forces to deliver real-time irrigation tech to 18,000 farms worldwide

In a strategic move within the ag-tech sector, Israeli company Phytech has entered into a partnership with Rivulis, a global leader in precision irrigation.…

Bangladesh faces surplus potato production as prices drop and costs rise

In Bangladesh, the area dedicated to potato cultivation has expanded to an unprecedented 521,000 hectares this year. Despite this growth, producers are…

Shanxi boosts fruit exports to 78 countries with streamlined customs and new markets

Shanxi Province in North China has achieved a milestone in fruit exports, reaching 78 countries and regions, including key markets like the United States,…

Kaliningrad residents face winter and spring vegetable shortages

Residents of Kaliningrad will not find locally grown vegetables during the winter and spring, according to the regional Ministry of Agriculture. This is due to…