GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BLUEBERRIES

The global blueberry market is experiencing a dynamic 2025 season marked by regional challenges and shifting supply patterns. In Spain, Huelva's role…

Asparagus season finishes in California

California has finished up a particularly strong asparagus season. "While California isn't a very large volume program, it takes care of a lot of very…

Depressed market for onions in the U.S.

There are too many onions. That's the sentiment around the current state of the onion market. "We just have onions everywhere right now. There's also…

Oliver fruit plant to reopen under new owners

The fruit packing facility in Oliver, previously owned by BC Tree Fruits, is anticipated to resume operations soon. Wildstone Group, collaborating with Algoma…

Chiquita Panama lays off workers after strike

A Panamanian arm of Chiquita Brands announced a mass layoff following a prolonged strike halting production. Chiquita Panama stated its decision to terminate…

Cucumber recall widens over salmonella outbreak

A new cucumber recall has been issued following a salmonella outbreak that has affected at least 26 people across 15 U.S. states. The cucumbers, grown by…

Fruit Attraction 2025 reaches 90% occupancy

Fruit Attraction, organized by IFEMA Madrid and Fepex, will be held from September 30 to October 2 at the IFEMA Madrid venue. The fair's director,…

Finding purpose through produce and clean water

As Continental Fresh continues its commitment to transforming lives through fresh produce and clean water, Alejandro Guerrero's journey from summer…

Costa Rica’s Nogal Reserve in the spotlight on International Day of Biodiversity

In celebration of International Day of Biodiversity on May 22nd, Chiquita is shining a global spotlight on the Nogal Reserve, a lush 257-acre haven in…

961 hectares of land

One of the largest and most innovative table grape enterprises in Australia up for sale

​Talia Farms is a goldmine opportunity for investors and fresh produce operators. It is one of the largest and most innovative table grape enterprises…

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Why people are not clicking on your 'learn more' button

The importance of marketing in the horticultural industry is only growing – but it's not an easy subject. "Every day, people scroll past 'Learn More'…

Florida citrus growers fight to sustain shrinking industry

In Florida, citrus growers, including those in Indian River County, continue their endeavors despite challenges. "We believe this is worth fighting for,"…

U.S. apple growers squeezed by rising costs

Cost dynamics within the apple-producing industry in the United States have exhibited upward momentum, affecting both growers and retailers. Between 2018 and…

MIT creates microneedles to extend produce shelf life

Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have devised a novel technique aimed at extending the shelf life of produce. The approach…

Strawberry season progresses in the Canadian Prairies

Anthony Mintenko of Manitoba Agriculture highlighted ongoing activities in the region's strawberry fields as of mid-May. Warmer weather facilitated the removal…

California table grape season begins in Coachella Valley

The California table grape season kicked off in Coachella Valley, according to Ian Lemay, President and CEO of the California Table Grape Commission. Grape…

Al Maya promotes U.S.-grown potatoes in UAE stores

In the UAE, a new promotional initiative is underway at select Al Maya Supermarkets. This campaign spotlights U.S.-grown potatoes, showcasing a variety of…

Mexico produces over one-third of the world’s avocados

Mexico accounts for over a third of global avocado production, making it the top producer worldwide. Michoacán, a state in Mexico, contributes nearly 80% of…

Gijsbert van Leeuwen of Olympic Fruit shares citrus market update:

"Argentina has returned to Europe and Russia with lemon exports"

"It is becoming increasingly difficult to predict the citrus market," says Gijsbert van Leeuwen of Olympic Fruit. "Supplies are becoming more and more…

Cobana on this year's overseas apple marketing season

"New Zealand continues to lose market share to Chile and South Africa"

This year's overseas apple marketing season is now gradually picking up speed. "We started in calendar week 18 with Royal Gala, followed by Granny…

Italy's strawberry exports hit their lowest volume in five years, but revenues increased

"This campaign is unusual; sometimes we get excellent results and sometimes we get barely acceptable ones," says Carmela Suriano, a strawberry grower…

Val Harker, Lourens van der Merwe - Farm Costing Solutions

Labour cost system allows control from anywhere in the world

Since its establishment in 2012 by Val Harker and Fritz Wesson, Farm Costing Solutions (FCS), a South African agritech company, has developed a…

Dutch-Belgian duo launches OptiRipe to optimise fruit ripening processes

"A banana expert can spot a delayed shipment just by looking at the fruit in store"

After a long career at companies such as Ter Wal, Chiquita, and Bakker, John van Veen brings nearly thirty years of experience as a process manager at…

Cartonpack Group

Two solutions set to redefine the concept of "fresh snacks" on supermarket shelves

With the 2025 edition of Macfrut now over, there is no denying the palpable interest shown in the Cartonpack Group's solutions. This is thanks to two…

First shipments to Germany anticipated in calendar weeks 25-26

"Later but overall better mango season expected"

This year's mango harvest in West Africa is now gradually gaining momentum. The first fruits are already being harvested in the southern growing…

"The pineapple market sees sharp fluctuations this season"

The Chinese pineapple season is drawing to a close, and this year's market performance has been marked by significant volatility. "In the early part of…

Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices UK:

Asparagus down 23%, strawberries up 4% in weekly price shift

In the most recent market data, Bramley's Seedling apples recorded an average price of £1.39 per kilogram, down from the previous week's average of £1.44. This…

Indian market opens to Brazilian citrus

The Brazilian Government and the Government of India have concluded negotiations to allow Brazil to export five citrus products to that country: Tahiti lime…

Rob Euser, Fresh Del Monte:

“In 2024, Europe imported 4% more bananas”

In 2024, bananas maintained its reputation as a consumer favorite. Yet, rising prices and the advance of diseases and climate change mean strategies…

Rijk Zwaan scales up with new snack pepper brand: "You must tell a story"

When kids ask their parents to replace their school lunch apples with special bell peppers, you are doing something right as a breeding company. Rijk…

Vietnam produce exports down 35% in May

The Vietnam Fruit and Vegetable Association reports that from May 2025 to currently, exports of fruits and vegetables are valued at US$496 million, indicating…

Cuban potato yields drop amid delays and price gaps

In Cuba, the 2024–2025 potato harvest in Villa Clara encountered significant challenges, despite otherwise favorable growing conditions. Only 2,240 tons were…