Extended winter weather causes lack of wild mushroom supply globally

This time of year, Black Trumpets, Yellowfoot Chanterelle and Hedgehog mushrooms are usually widely available in Northern California and Oregon. "They…

How to prepare for the future with tariffs

With U.S. President Donald Trump's potential 25 percent tariffs on neighboring countries Canada and Mexico being on pause for 30 days (aside from the…

Softer export season for California citrus

The supply of navel oranges, mandarins, and grapefruit from California looks similar to last year at this time. "The only thing is there are a lot…

Iván Marambio, of Frutas de Chile

Over 90 years exporting fruit: how Chile is facing the challenges of the future

"Chile is one of the world's largest exporters of fresh fruit, with an outstanding position in the Southern Hemisphere. Its portfolio includes table…

Natural Delights hires new Business Development Manager

The Natural Delights® team is thriving following a record-breaking 2024 holiday sales season and is set to leverage the significant growth expected in…

High costs and logistical barriers to export

"Argentine citrus production and exports are expected to decrease slightly in 2025"

Argentina's citrus season begins in March and runs until November, with varieties such as Satsuma, Clementina, Merav, Orri, Murcott, and Tango…

Center for Produce Safety receives renewed financial support

The Center for Produce Safety (CPS) acknowledges industry leaders renewing their financial commitments to advance fresh produce food safety. Their…

Peruvian blueberries got off to a bad start due to lower prices in January

Peruvian blueberry exports during January 2025 decreased compared to the same period of last year. Exports totaled 23,454 tons, reaching a value of…

Marcos Araujo, Frutura Uruguay:

"Uruguay bets on seedless mandarins to strengthen its exports"

The demand for seedless mandarins has grown significantly in recent years, especially in the United States. "In Uruguay, producers have implemented…

Maersk Saltoro arrived more than a month late in China with Chilean cherries

Shipping company Maersk has reported that the container ship Maersk Saltoro, which sailed on December 27 from San Antonio (Chile) with more than 1,300…

Francisco Vieira and Gabriel Vieria, of Brazil Melon

Brazilian melon and watermelon gain ground in Europe despite logistical challenges

Brazilian exporters have managed to maintain their presence in Europe, supplying markets such as the United Kingdom, Germany, and Scandinavia. "Brazil…

“So far five containers of Chilean cherries from the delayed Maersk Saltoro need to be destroyed.”

Early indications from China customs inspections are that several of the containers full of cherries have to be destroyed that are on board the…

Brazil's citrus harvest adjusted to 228.52M boxes as U.S. orange production declines

The citrus belt in Brazil, encompassing São Paulo and Triângulo Mineiro, is projected to harvest 228.52 million 40.8-kg boxes for the 2024/25 season. This…

Peru's Corío port attracts global investors, poised to boost South American trade

The port of Corío, situated in southern Peru, is emerging as a potential hub for South American trade, drawing attention from international investors. With the…

Vietnam's fruit and vegetable imports rise 24%, driven by China and U.S. shipments

Vietnam imported US$1.5 billion worth of fruits and vegetables from China and the U.S. last year, accounting for nearly two-thirds of its total purchases.…

Egyptian sweet potatoes double in price as season draws to a close

The Egyptian sweet potato season is still in progress for exporters with cold storage logistics. "It's getting harder and harder to source good quality…

Fulgencio Spa:

"Good prices are making up for lower yields in vegetables due to the impact of pests"

The production cycles of greenhouse vegetables are becoming shorter and yields are decreasing as a consequence of the increasingly limited availability…

WilkoFruit becomes exclusive distributor of new blood orange variety in the Dutch market

"Onix oranges are nearly black in color"

At WilkoFruit, the first Spanish Onix blood oranges are available this week. "We are the exclusive distributor of this new variety in the Netherlands,…

Xavier Laduron (Fairebel) sees a crisis in business succession

"This year's top fruit prices should set the baseline"

The prices of the current top fruit season should serve as the benchmark for future years. This is the view of Xavier Laduron, a grower himself and…

Nova Siri Genetics: "We will produce 3 million plants in this country"

From India to Italy to discuss strawberry-growing techniques

The partnership signed last August between Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) and the two Indian companies Mahaberry Private Limited and 8 Berries Farm & Nursery…

The use of vermicompost: Two cases from Apulia, Italy

Improving plant vigor in stone fruit and increasing yields in cucurbits

Regenerative agriculture is gaining popularity for its ability to improve productivity and soil health in a natural and sustainable way. Among the most…

Spanish pear season is ending earlier, with prices rising due to low stocks

Prices in the pome fruit market have maintained the trend of the last few weeks, with some products showing overall stability after having recorded…

"Orders from the Philippines drive onion price rebound after the Chinese New Year"

"Before the Chinese New Year, the sales and pricing of Chinese onions were generally favorable. However, during the holiday, urgent purchase orders…

Photo report BIOFACH 2025 in Germany:

"This is where you hold targeted discussions with organic buyers"

From February 11-14, the global organic industry met at the Nuremberg Exhibition Center. A total of around 2,300 exhibiting companies from 94 countries…

"Packaging trends emphasize sustainability, logistics optimization, and consumer preferences"

Having various types of packaging on offer ensures that a wide variety of different wants and needs can be satisfied. Next to increasing the visual…

Jeff Scott - ATGA

"If the weather holds it will be a big year for Australian grapes"

Australian grape growers are seeing an excellent large crop this season, and of good quality grapes, according to Jeff Scott, CEO of the Australian…

Daniel Badger - Vitafresh Produce

“We will have butternut squash arriving in the UK, Europe, Middle East and Asia this season"

Vitafresh is looking forward to this season's first arrivals of South African butternut squash. "We will have butternut squash arriving in the UK,…

Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - Week 7

Late-season apple prices drop 34% while pears and red cabbage see slight price increases

The average price of Braeburn apples this week is £1.23 per kilogram, showing a slight increase from last week's average of £1.19 per kilogram. This represents…

Weekly banana price report - Week 7

Colombia, Costa Rica, and overall banana prices see slight increases of up to 2%

In the latest banana pricing data, the average price of Colombian bananas has increased slightly from £0.94 per kilogram last week to £0.96 per…

South Africa's agriculture sector face risk as AGOA renewal remains uncertain

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), established in 2000 by the USA, is a central element of the USA's economic interaction with sub-Saharan Africa.…

Vietnam's coconut exports surpass $1 billion, driven by China deal and market expansion

Vietnam's coconut exports surpassed US$1 billion last year, driven by a new protocol with China and efforts to diversify markets. According to Vietnam Customs,…

Thai durians maintain 57% share in China as food safety measures tighten

The Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives in Thailand maintains that Thai durians continue to dominate the Chinese market, following enhancements in food…

This shift in tomato cultivation is driven not by a desire for novelty but by economic efficiency

Premium tomatoes from vertical farms to appear in Ukraine

The Lviv-based company Green Wave plans to launch a vertical farm project to grow rare commercial tomato varieties, including "Black Prince," cherry tomatoes,…

Storm Éowyn destroys up to 80% of early crops in Ireland, growers face €4.5M losses

Vegetable growers in Ireland have raised concerns following Storm Éowyn, which reportedly decimated up to 80% of early harvest crops in some cases. The Irish…