GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW CHERRIES

The 2025 global cherry season is characterised by varying production levels, quality outcomes, and market conditions across key producing and exporting countries. Below is an…

New Jersey blueberry growers hope for cooler temperatures

New Jersey saw a normal start time for its blueberry season this year. "We were very early last year when we started on June 2," says Chelsea Consalo…

Heat wave and Hurricane Erick tighten tomato supply

The supply of tomatoes is lower in the U.S. at the moment. "Mexico has a good, strong market right now, so a lot more product is staying there," says…

Richard Salazar, Acorbanec:

"Guatemala's and the Philippines' lower-priced bananas put pressure on our margins"

"Ecuador exported 169.96 million boxes of bananas between January and May 2025, which is 5.53% more than in the same period of last year. The Chinese,…

U.S. vegetable and pulse availability hits 35-year low

The per capita availability of vegetables and pulses in the United States fell to 170.5 kilograms per person in 2024, the lowest total in over 35 years,…

Cookout costs stabilize for 4th of July 2025

As Americans prepare for Independence Day celebrations, grocery bills for classic cookout staples are showing signs of stability. According to the American…

Early downy mildew hits Michigan cucumbers

Michigan is experiencing its earliest outbreak of downy mildew in several years. Recent overcast, humid, and wet weather has given the downy mildew…

Vietnam seeks relief as U.S. tariffs hit exports and sales

Businesses in Hanoi's Old Quarter, a hub of designer goods, brand clothing, and electronics, face challenges from declining sales following the introduction of…

Jaco Burger – Market Demand Fruits:

South African citrus will benefit from Europe’s reduced stone fruit crop

Despite a general shortage of containers offered by shipping lines, the shipping process is running smoothly. Notably, the average age of their…

"Our auction strategy gets higher bell pepper prices"

Coöperatie Hoogstraten lies just over the Dutch border in Belgium. When it comes to bell peppers, though, that short distance makes a world of…

“After a difficult stone fruit season, we hope that the watermelon season will help us get back on a positive track”

Strong demand meets increased Turkish watermelon supply

The Turkish stone fruit season has been challenging all around, but there is hope for a positive watermelon season, says Akin Soyleyen, marketing…

KWS Vegetables:

Know-how gained from sugar beets benefits red beet breeding

Red beets are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals, which makes people like athletes big fans. It is certainly not the biggest product on vegetable…

Sandy Booth - New Forest Fruit

"Strawberries are not just for Wimbledon, they are available till Christmas”

New Forest Fruit is one of the earliest growers to have British strawberries on the market, due the their location in Hampshire, southern England. "We…

Hans Elenbaas, Elenbaas Zeegroenten:

"Sea bananas have now firmly established themselves as the third key sea vegetable after samphire and sea lavender"

The sea vegetable season is in full swing at Elenbaas Zeegroenten. "It's a completely different year from last year. Back then, we had a disastrous…

Migel Srl (Sicily):

The demand for processed fruit is currently driven by the ice cream sector

"Market demand has increased compared to last quarter. Breakfast products are struggling to take off, but the processed fruit segment for the ice cream…

Odorizzi

"Packaging is protected under intellectual industrial property law"

An innovative all-paper packaging with different shapes and openings to improve consumer perception and increase product shelf-life. The Verona-based…

Overview of the situation with the Italian Guidi company (Albisole) which cultivates more than 340 hectares in Romagna

The apricot harvest is now in full swing, with a focus on the red variety

The apricot harvest is in full swing at the 340-hectare Albisole farm of the Guidi Agricultural Company in Roncofreddo, in the Italian province of…

Sebastián Torres, Benihort:

"We expect to harvest 7 million kilos of watermelon this season, 15% more than last year"

This week, the watermelon harvest began in the north of Castellón, where the surface area has increased once again. "Our watermelon harvest officially…

Gartenbauzentrale Papenburg eG on the marketing of fruit vegetables:

"We are all hoping for the market to stabilize in the second half of the season"

The marketing of domestic fruit and vegetables has been difficult so far. "In particular, the tomatoes commonly found on the market, i.e., cherry, mini…

Frank Goertz on the marketing situation for cultivated mushrooms:

"Usual summer slump for button mushrooms somewhat more pronounced this year"

The button mushroom market is currently experiencing the usual summer slump. "Demand for button mushrooms is usually relatively low between Easter and…

"The lemon prices stabilize after sharp increase, but market still shows upward potential"

"Since the beginning of the 2024 fruit season, the price of yellow lemons in China has been on a steady rise, with the most significant increase…

Week 26 Fruit Wholesale Market Report:

South African blood oranges hit the market, and the mangosteen arrivals surge

South African blood oranges have recently entered the market. According to traders, the original 15-kilogram cartons are priced at approximately…

“Imported grapes did well in India despite local competition”

India's imported grape market has shown resilience despite navigating a competitive landscape with local supply. Yogesh Rathod, Director at Nova…

“Non-alphonso mangoes found a ready export market”

India's mango exports faced production and logistics hurdles. Early hopes for a strong harvest were dashed by adverse weather, particularly in the…

"Moroccan exporters are spared from recent logistical disruptions in the Middle East"

The security situation in the Middle East over the past two weeks has caused serious logistical disruptions, as widely reported. Beyond the countries…

Navigating horticulture in Mauritius

“We spent nights on Google Earth”

Mauritius, the small island nation nestled in the Indian Ocean, may be best known as a tropical paradise, but beyond its picturesque beaches lies a…

Red grape variety sees rising demand globally

As Brazil enters the second half of its grape season, the ARRA Cherry Crush variety is seeing increased production and wider market interest. Grower…

Fruits and vegetables lead in low-impact food production

Fruits and vegetables play a central role in the push toward sustainable food systems. Not only are they essential for health and nutrition, but their…

Photo report:

Climate change and declining consumption raise concerns at Interpera 2025

From Tuesday 24 to Thursday 26 June, Interpera 2025 took place in Hasselt. Stakeholders from the entire European pear sector gathered in Belgium for…

Overview of the 2025 strawberry season in Southern Germany

"Weather led to high demand and mostly stable prices"

The strawberry season started at the usual time but was prolonged by relatively low temperatures at the beginning. Strawberry farms had an average of…

World Container Index - 26 Jun:

Drewry's index drops 9% to $2,983 per 40ft container

For the second consecutive week, Drewry's World Container Index fell 9% this week, following five weeks of gains. This decline is a direct result of…

Scottish berry brand debuts at Highland Show

Angus Soft Fruits introduced its new berry brand, Good Natured Berries, at the 2025 Royal Highland Show. The launch featured berries packaged in…

Dolls that husk and wow

In Manipur's scenic Senapati hills, 38-year-old florist Nelly Chacheya is turning vegetable trash into tiny treasures. She crafts elegant dolls from discarded corn husks and…

Georgia series – part 7:

Favorable export window for developing blueberry sector

Blueberries continue to enjoy strong momentum in European and other high-income markets. While seasonal gluts can sometimes lead to oversupply, Georgia…

Hazera, Vilmorin, Mikado, Harris Moran, Clause

Abu Dhabi investor takes 35% stake in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds

ADQ and Limagrain have entered into exclusive discussions for ADQ to acquire a 35 percent stake in Limagrain Vegetable Seeds (LVS), the vegetable seed division…

South African shipping bill could disrupt fruit exports

Agbiz highlights the contentious issue of the Merchant Shipping Bill (2023) in South Africa, specifically its cabotage restrictions. These proposed limitations…

India develops sea protocol to boost mango exports

India, a prominent mango exporter, is initiating a protocol for transporting mangoes by sea to international markets, a strategy aimed at preserving quality…

Pakistani mangoes dominate UAE summer market

Mangoes, known for their distinct taste, are a staple in the UAE during the summer. Among the many varieties available, those originating from Pakistan remain…

China tightens durian imports, Vietnam sees 62% drop

China's importation of fresh durians has faced setbacks this year due to enhanced sanitation checks at the border. The General Administration of Customs…

Malaysia boosts exports with premium durian varieties

Malaysia's durian industry is witnessing a shift as lesser-known varieties gain momentum alongside the renowned Musang King. The Malaysian government is…

Ceasefire eases Gulf tension amid freight rate shifts

Energy markets and global trade stakeholders monitored developments following U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. Scenarios for retaliation by Iran included…

Lettuce and okra up despite 4.7% drop in Belize vegetable prices

In May, Belize experienced a 4.7% decrease in overall vegetable prices, as reported by the Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB). However, specific items like…

Belize exports up 11.1% in May

According to data from the Statistical Institute of Belize (SIB), domestic exports in May 2025 increased to $45.7 million, showing a growth of 11.1% or $4.6 million compared to May…

Leafy greens linked to lower vascular risk

Research from Edith Cowan University (ECU), the University of Western Australia, and the Danish Cancer Institute suggests that a diet rich in leafy greens…

Indian onion exports struggle as rivals undercut prices

Indian onion exporters face challenges in the global market due to competitive pricing from Pakistan and China, as per industry insights. With international…