Photo report Fruit Logistica 2025

It's all over again. The annual influx of the global fresh produce trade to Berlin for Fruit Logistica has come to an end once more. Everyone has…

Significant growth potential for organic banana consumption in Asia

January through March are usually the slower months in terms of banana production in Mexico as a result of slightly lower temperatures compared to the…

Avocado pull for Super Bowl was strong on retail, softer on foodservice

While the movement of avocados ahead of the Super Bowl–a high avocado-consuming event–was normal at the retail level, foodservice demand was slightly…

Valentine Pummelo coming into its own

Fruition Sales in Orange Cove, CA is offering its Valentine Pummelo this season. This hybrid, which features a yellow rind with a red interior and is a…

Greenhouse grower recognized for branding with four PAC Global Awards

Mastronardi Produce was honored with four prestigious PAC Global Awards, recognizing excellence in brand marketing, package design, and innovation…

Super Bowl produce sales boost avocado prices by 17% while limes surge 26%

Retail flyers were brimming with specials on football party favorites, including the champions of all Super Bowl produce, avocados, along with their…

U.S. importers brace for potential 25% tariff on Mexican produce at Nogales border

During the winter produce season, approximately 2,000 trucks enter the United States daily via the Mariposa port of entry in Nogales, Arizona. Many of these…

Florida citrus industry seeks research and marketing support amid 90% production decline

Florida citrus growers have articulated the necessity for research and advertising to sustain the citrus sector, which has seen a production decline exceeding…

$19.8 million in meth and heroin found in cucumber and jalapeño shipment at Pharr border

U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations (OFO) officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility, intercepted $19,800,000…

Berry brand recognized as second retail food and beverage brand in U.S.

Driscoll's is recognized as the #2 retail food and beverage brand in Circana's ranking of top food and beverage brands. Since earning a spot in the top…

Seedless lemons campaign showcases how "lemons with seeds are annoying"

Wonderful Seedless Lemons has launched its first-ever national, multi-million-dollar marketing campaign, "Lemons With Seeds Are Annoying," highlighting…

Cherries on board the Maersk Saltoro resume their journey after ship repairs are completed

The Maersk-chartered container ship Saltoro has finally completed repairs after 23 days adrift due to the failure of its main engine. The vessel, which…

Argentina

Río Negro starts exporting pears and apples

Rio Negro's pear and apple export season has started with a 20% increase in sales abroad. The first shipment, bound for Brazil, left this week from the port of…

Sinaloa's 2025 potato harvest grows 21% in planted area, with 500,000+ tons expected

Sinaloa, Mexico, is preparing for a potato harvest in 2025 with a planted area exceeding 17,000 hectares, marking an increase compared to previous years. The…

Food Production Solutions Association appoints Chris Lyons as president and CEO

The Food Production Solutions Association (FPSA) announced the appointment of Chris Lyons as its new President & Chief Executive Officer. This…

The psychology of the sour grape effect

When individuals fail to achieve desired goals, they may devalue these objectives, a phenomenon known as the "sour grape effect." This term originates from…

Nova Scotia's wild blueberry industry faces uncertainty over potential U.S. tariffs

Nova Scotia's wild blueberry sector is observing ongoing uncertainty regarding potential U.S. tariffs. A proposed 25 percent tariff was anticipated but has…

25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada expected to raise U.S. grocery prices

From fresh avocados to dairy products, Americans rely heavily on their bordering countries for everyday grocery items. The White House confirmed that President…

National Farmers Union

NFU president urges Congress to pass fully funded 2025 farm bill to protect farmers and markets

National Farmers Union (NFU) President Rob Larew testified before the U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, calling for the passage of…

Bipartisan bill aims to increase funding for U.S. farm export programs to expand global trade

Representative Dan Newhouse (R-WA) has introduced the Agriculture Export Promotion Act of 2025, a bipartisan bill aimed at increasing funding for the Market…

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers

Red Robin's Valentine's Day onion ring proposal contest

Red Robin Gourmet Burgers is hosting a Valentine's Day contest where couples can propose using an onion ring at their restaurants for a chance to win a…

U.S. fresh potato exports to Malaysia grow 17.3% amid foodservice and retail promotions

Fresh potato exports to Malaysia saw significant growth during the marketing period from July 2023 to June 2024, driven by targeted promotions in the food…

BeeHero expands data-driven pollination platform to improve apple orchard yields

BeeHero has announced the expansion of its Pollination Insight Platform (PIP) to the apple industry, offering growers data-driven insights to optimize…

Study finds climate risks threaten apple production in Washington, Michigan, and New York

A study from Washington State University examines climate risks for apple production in the United States. Researchers focused on "Changing climate risks for…

University of Georgia trial assesses Tango rootstock performance after severe freeze and hurricane impacts

Members of the University of Georgia (UGA) Extension team reported on a Tango rootstock trial in the Cold Hardy Citrus Connection. The trial, involving Tangos…

Oregon State University develops integrated strategies to combat spotted wing drosophila

Spotted wing drosophila (SWD) presents ongoing challenges for Oregon's fruit industry, primarily impacting small and stone fruits such as cherries,…

Argentina eases food import and export rules, reducing paperwork for approved countries

Argentina has reformed its food import and export regulations. The new rules allow food imported from countries with "high sanitary standards", including the…

Week 6 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Chilean plums are gradually entering the market, while Australian grapes are arriving in large quantities

Following the Chinese New Year holiday, market demand has declined, leading to a general drop in fruit prices. At the same time, a variety of fruits…

Mount Etna's good nature

Online sales of oranges from Sicily are growing at an increasing rate

"Ours is a family-owned company, born almost 70 years ago from ancient agricultural roots in the citrus sector. Over time, we have evolved as growers…

‘Smaller’ exotic product availability becoming increasingly challenging

“There’s been a power shift that’s not changing any time soon”

In recent years in Europe, there has been increasing discussion around fruit and vegetable imports. Many supermarkets say they no longer want to sell…

G-Berries news in sight

Naike Blueberry Club will be the world's blueberry variety management system

"Already in early 2025, marked by significant raspberry market demand for both spring and summer deliveries, our team began planning and organizing the…

José Antonio González, from pepeRaf:

"Hybrid ribbed tomatoes were already available in late October, but our clients have been asking for the real Raf since January"

The Raf tomato season has already started. "The original variety needs cold temperatures during the flower's fruiting to guarantee high-quality…

Verbruggen Palletizing unveils new machine for fruit packing stations

Verbruggen Palletizing Solutions is introducing a new machine for the fruit-growing sector at Fruit Logistica 2025. "We saw opportunities in this…

Budou Farms

Australian grape producer set to give international consumers a taste of new varieties this season

A Victorian table grape producer has announced an exciting expansion of its variety offerings that will be exported to Japan and Thailand this season.…

Pink Lady® UK -

UK retailers drive record year of branded apple sales

Pink Lady® UK has celebrated its strongest season to date, following outstanding support from its growers, licensees and retail partners. The…

World Container Index - 06 Feb

World Container Index decreased 3% to $3,273 per 40ft container this week

The Drewry WCI composite index decreased 3% to $3,273 per 40ft container, 68% below the previous pandemic peak of $10,377 in September 2021, but was…

Citrus fruit statistics - February 7

EU citrus imports show strong orange growth, stable small citrus, and slower grapefruit trade

The latest data on EU citrus imports reveals significant variations across different citrus categories, with notable increases in some areas and…

Update to citrus annual report for Brazil:

Brazil's orange production forecast to rise 5.4% in 2024/25 after historic low

This provides an update to the report Citrus Annual_Brasilia_Brazil_BR2024-0043. The report has been edited from its original version to revise…

New Zealand apple and pear industry hits $1 billion mark for the first time

New Zealand's apple and pear industry has surpassed $1 billion in orchard gate returns (OGR) for the first time, according to new economic impact data…

Bloss receives Superior Taste Award top rating

Sweet blackberry variety 'Bestum' introduced

FruitMasters officially introduced the new sweet blackberry, Bestum, at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. This variety is the latest addition to FruitMasters'…

Dublin’s famous cherry tomato bridge

In early January 2025, a bridge in Drumcondra, Dublin, gained viral fame as 'Cherry Tomato Bridge' after locals began placing cherry tomatoes…

IA

Shoplifters threaten supermarket worker with pineapple

A trio attempted brazen shoplifting at Woolworths Mt Wellington in Auckland, stealing a 10-pack of Mountain Dew, laundry liquid, and a pineapple. One…

"Rare twin banana discovered in Cumbria after slipping through packing process"

In Cumbria, a rare occurrence was noted when Kate Wright, from Kendal, discovered a twin banana in her fruit bowl. The anomaly was found among a batch…

Apple canker study finds mycorrhizal fungi reduce tree mortality by 50% in orchards

A two-year investigation into apple canker management has identified actionable strategies to lower tree mortality and trunk cankers in newly planted orchards…

Maersk reports 65% EBIT growth in 2024, driven by strong freight rates and volume demand

A.P. Moller - Maersk reports strong financial results for 2024 with growth across all segments and significantly improved profitability with EBIT increasing…

Smart packaging extends fresh produce shelf life and reduces waste

Amid global concerns about food spoilage and waste, a review highlights the need for preservation methods that maintain quality and nutritional value while…