Brazil has strengthened its position as a supplier of ginger to the United States

Brazil has a year-round ginger season, but volumes are lower during the first part of the season, between January and May. During that time, product is…

Blackberry production similar to last year

Lower raspberry volumes out of Mexico expected

With the berry supply from Mexico well underway, Gerardo López of Produce Lovers takes a look at what to expect on raspberries and blackberries this…

Dulzita

New papaya variety from Guatemala shipping

After shipping papaya for more than 10 years, WYCO Produce is adding to its lineup with a new premium variety of papaya, Dulzita. The fruit, which…

Event was a success, despite late opening on last day due to Typhoon

Photo Report: Asia Fruit Logistica 2024

The first two days of the Asia Fruit Logistica 2024, that took place in Hong Kong last week (4-6 September, 2024), were described as an overall success…

Novem's acquisition of BC Tree Fruits facility to prevent apple harvest loss in British Columbia

Novem has agreed to terms to purchase BC Tree Fruits' largest controlled atmosphere and cold chain storage facility in Kelowna, B.C. Prior to closing…

Fresh Del Monte Produce appoints Danny Dumas

Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., one of the world's leading vertically integrated producers, marketers, and distributors of high-quality fresh and…

Eagle Produce recalls cantaloupe due to Salmonella risk

Eagle Produce LLC Scottsdale, AZ is initiating a recall of 224 cases of whole cantaloupe because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.…

Registration open for the Organic Grower Summit 2024

Organic growers and organic industry producers are invited to register now for the 2024 Organic Grower Summit (OGS), presented by Western Growers and…

Avocado, cucumber, and tomato movement from Mexico expected to increase

This report provides trend analysis of the volume and prices of Seasonal Perishable commodities. Volume represents current week, and prices represent…

Autumn produce hits US grocery stores despite heat

Even the 100-degree heat persisting in some parts of the country couldn't keep autumn away in grocery stores this week. Pomegranates, pumpkins, apple…

Vermont anticipating a fruitful apple harvest season

In Vermont, the apple production industry, which annually yields approximately 1 million bushels or 40 million pounds of apples, is poised for a promising…

Ethical Charter implementation program expands

Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers, and consumer…

Brazil's Fundecitrus issues alert for citrus floral rot risk during flowering period

Brazil's Fundecitrus recently issued an alert about the risk of citrus floral rot during the current citrus flowering period. Citrus flowering periods must be…

Brazil gains access to Japan's market for Hass avocado exports

The Japanese government has granted authorization for the export of Hass avocados from Brazil, marking a new chapter for Brazilian agribusiness and offering a…

Diego Costa, from Riverbend:

"The market for industrial lemons is still very competitive, especially due to the production in Argentina"

This has undoubtedly been a very abnormal season for the citrus fruit industry, "mainly due to the performance of oranges globally and the large supply…

Aziende Campobasso

Almonds: rising quotations affected by oversea trends

Almond harvesting operations started a few weeks ago in Italy. Quotations for in-shell almonds are up by 15-20% compared to 2023, thus rising from…

An interesting season expected for the Navelina

Great interest in the first Spanish oranges, of which there will be more production and smaller sizes

In the 2024/2025 season, the orange production is expected to recover in the Spanish region of Andalusia, the country's main producing area, after two…

Blaubeergarten GmbH

Hannes Badenhop from Blaubeergarten GmbH:

"We had to market slightly more blueberries as industrial goods"

In terms of volume and marketing, the northern German blueberry sector can look back on a mixed campaign. "Yields were slightly lower overall than in…

"Total Polish apple harvest will be lower"

The harvest of Polish apples has commenced and the season is showing promise, says Marcin Świątek, key account manager for Bialski Owoc Sp. z o.o.: "A…

Fukushima peaches make London debut

Peaches from Fukushima Prefecture have been introduced to the British market, with their first appearance at Harrods in London. This initiative is part of…

Australian Native Fingerlime Alliance

The development of the Australian fingerlime industry on the back of the establishment of new peak body

The local fingerlime industry has been growing rapidly in recent years and has been boosted by the formation of the Australian Native Fingerlime…

Vincent Keesenberg – Imifino Exports

Exports offer way out to growers not seeing increased returns locally

Family-owned exporter of baby vegetables and exotic fruit, Imifino Exports, has just celebrated its first year, but owner Vincent Keesenberg has many…

Ghazi Rouissi, CEO of The House of Dates

"Tunisian dates have been the victims of unfair competition”.

The Tunisian date season begins soon. Fresh dates are currently reaching the local market, while exports will start in October. Ghazi Rouissi, CEO of…

Bellevue sweet potato popularity growing, unauthorized importation remains problem

Bellevue sweet potato is the most popular fresh market variety, grown in many of the key production areas in Europe. A number of pluses attest to its…

Tasmanian cherry producers showcase at Hong Kong fruit trade event

Some of Tasmania's top cherry producers have travelled to Hong Kong to showcase their stock at one of the world's largest fruit trade events. Fruit Growers…

Australia's first genetically modified banana taste test

Biotechnologists from Queensland University of Technology are set to taste a genetically modified (GM) banana, named QCAV-4, marking a significant milestone in…

Woolworths criticized for plastic usage in Melbourne

In Melbourne, a local shared an image from Preston Woolworths, highlighting the extensive use of plastic packaging on fruit, expressing concern over the…

Import Promotion Desk -

Alternative avocados, mangoes and grapes trading partners on show in Madrid

The Import Promotion Desk (IPD) from Germany will be presenting a wide range of fresh fruit and vegetables at Fruit Attraction, in Madrid next month.…

Limited-edition nashi double teriyaki burger

Japanese burger chain Dom Dom has introduced a unique Nashi Double Teriyaki Burger, featuring two teriyaki-glazed patties and fresh slices of nashi, an…

Kenya's avocado exports hit 16,000 metric tons by August 2024

In the first eight months of 2024, Kenya recorded a rise in avocado exports, reaching 16,000 metric tons, an increase from the 14,000 metric tons reported in…

Vietnamese durian gains traction in global markets

According to the General Department of Vietnam Customs, Vietnam's durian exports are experiencing increased demand in several international markets, including…

Westfalia secures Japanese export market for avocados

In an effort to diversify international market access for its produce, Westfalia Fruit, a fresh produce supplier, has entered the Japanese market, marking a…

Indian apple growers call for higher import tariffs on Iranian apples

Apple growers in India have approached Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal and Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan with a plea to…

Researchers discover new ginger species in India

Two researchers from the Indian Institute of Science Education and Research (IISER) in Bhopal have identified six new species within the Globba genus, part of…

Raw white garlic may improve cardiac health and lower the risk of illness

In a comprehensive review from Frontiers in Nutrition, an analysis of data from Scopus and PubMed highlighted the influence of raw white garlic on health…