California-grown organic Keitt mangos create excitement in a category ruled by imports

The U.S. mango category is dominated by imports, but there is one variety that offers a rare domestic opportunity, which is the organic Keitt mango.…

Breaking ground on new agricultural sustainability operation

CMI Orchards and Royal Family Farming marked a milestone on June 30, 2025, with the groundbreaking of The Soil Center, a pioneering agricultural…

Onion prices still challenged under strong supply

A strong supply of onions has been keeping onion prices depressed. "Though we're hitting a blip, which is good and that has helped pricing," says…

Steady movement for B.C. organic blueberries

The British Columbia organic blueberry crop is starting following very favorable growing conditions this season. "We haven't had a heat wave to speak of, and…

California walnut sector nears recovery with higher yields

After enduring challenging seasons, California's walnut sector might be approaching a recovery phase. Michael Jameson from Morada Nut Company, with almost 40…

Katzman Produce expands into organics with 200+ SKUs

Katzman Produce, part of Katzman's family of companies, has announced its expansion into organics. The 100+ year old wholesaler, based on the Hunts…

Sister companies co-exhibit in Monterey and show avocado, citrus, and mango

McDaniel & Chirico Worldwide and McDaniel Fruit Company Showcase Together at the Organic Produce Summit Booth #207 McDaniel & Chirico Worldwide, in…

Bloom Fresh secures legal victory in China to protect grape variety rights

In July 2025, Bloom Fresh International Limited successfully upheld its intellectual property rights in China following an infringement case involving its IFG…

USDA forecasts slight drop in 2025 potato acreage

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released its Acreage Report, projecting a modest decline in U.S. potato acreage for 2025. The report…

Labor and trade woes hit U.S. cherry growers

Amid ongoing immigration enforcement under the Trump administration, farmworkers across the U.S. are increasingly reluctant to show up for work, creating…

California grape grower exhibits at OPS

Pretty Lady™ Grape Season is back, and the company is looking at what's ahead this season. The company is spotlighting Applause™, its new green grape variety…

Virginia growers extend sweet corn season

Sweet corn in Virginia experiences dynamic scheduling thanks to advanced production techniques. Customized adjustments by growers lead to an extended season.…

Week 27 Fruit Wholesale Market Report:

South African apple arrivals increase, while main South African mandarin varieties arrive earlier

The volume of South African apple arrivals has increased recently, causing the price to drop from over ￥300 per box to around ￥270–￥290…

Yasar Türkoglu from Bio4Pack GmbH:

"Our Paddy Straw trays are enjoying steady growth"

"Our Paddy Straw trays are enjoying steady growth, especially for fruit and vegetables," reports Yasar Türkoglu, Sales Manager DACH at Bio4Pack GmbH,…

José Ramón Naranjo melon sales specialist at BASF Vegetable Seeds:

"New Piel de Sapo varieties Izalco and 162 exceed expectations in terms of resistance, production and taste"

To achieve the desired consumer satisfaction with their varieties, seed houses are focusing their research on boosting productivity, quality,…

Carmelo Micale, President of PO Consorzio APAM from Torrenova (ME)

Organic high quality drives citrus fruit results

Consorzio Apam, a leading player in the Sicilian citrus fruit sector for generations, concluded the 2024/25 citrus season with overall positive results, confirming its leadership a…

Jean-Bernard Cherblanc, SICOLY-SICODIS Group

The cherry market remains balanced at the height of the season

The cherry season is going rather well for the Sicoly cooperative. "It is hot, but still manageable in terms of production. We are well equipped to…

Manager in Dordogne convicted of origin fraud on red fruit, chestnuts, and kiwis

The Bergerac Criminal Court has handed down its verdict: a one-year suspended prison sentence and a €50,000 [58,900 USD] fine. On Monday, June 30th,…

Sil Moonen, Berryfarm:

"After two steady weeks, blueberry supply has surged, and prices are under pressure"

At Sil Moonen from Roggel, the blueberry season is off to a good start. "We had beautiful weather during the flowering period, which ensured perfect…

Pasquino De Vuyst, Square Melon:

"We're still selling asparagus to restaurants keeping their menus unchanged until the holidays"

With summer and sunshine, it's busy trading for wholesalers. The same goes for Pasquino De Vuyst of hotel and catering wholesaler Square Melon, who…

Tri-Pack supplies packaging and advice to fresh produce packers

"Tube net packaging for onions, fine-mesh solution for peppers, and paper bags for grapes and tomatoes"

After more than 20 years at the forefront of the fresh produce and packaging industry, Bart Triemstra took the plunge two and a half years ago to start…

The fourth edition of Field Days will take place on 5 August 2025 in Apulia

One thousand hectares of Eden pear trees by 2030

The Eden Field Days will return on 5 August 2025. This annual event is free to attend and takes place at the Cairo & Doutcher agricultural company's…

Bio Fruchtgemüse Produzenten e.V. on the minimum wage increase:

"Of course, further price increases are an imposition in these times"

Bio Fruchtgemüse Produzenten e.V. (Bio.Fru.Pro, en.: Association of Organic Fruit and Vegetable Producers) expressly distances itself from demands to…

Georgia series – part 13:

Modular vertical farms for restaurants and private clients in Tbilisi and beyond

In a building that once housed a newspaper printing press in Tbilisi, now transformed into a dynamic space with a hotel, in-house restaurant,…

India’s avocado imports soar 150% in January–May despite price pressures

India's avocado import market saw robust growth in the first half of 2025, despite pricing pressures and quality hurdles. Ajay TG, General Manager at…

“Demand for organic mangoes is so strong we're barely keeping up"

The Senegalese mango industry appears to be recovering after three years of poor performance impacted by climatic factors. "Demand for organic mangoes…

“We're exploring Europe for banana exports”

While India cultivates bananas year-round, two predominant seasons run from November to March and May to July. This year, early May rains caused severe…

30 years of Prominent: From six pioneers to a cooperative of 15 family growers

Monday, 30 June marked the 30th anniversary of the Growers' Association Prominent. Last Friday, the anniversary was celebrated with current and former members.…

Northern Hemisphere apple and pear stocks - June 2025:

Apple stocks down 9.9%, pear stocks drop 31.3%

As of June 1, 2025, apple stocks across the monitored European countries totaled 677,364 tons, reflecting a decrease of 9.9% compared to the 751,578 tons…

Sustainable solid board leek packaging for Frankort & Koning

Sturdy and sustainable packaging for leeks. That was what Frankort & Koning, an international fruit and vegetable trading company, asked Smart…

Foodback centre recovers 850 tons of produce

Catalonia's largest food bank, Banc dels Aliments, has partnered with Europe's biggest wholesale fresh food market, Mercabarna, in a project focused on…

German potato market report for weeks 26-27:

'Early potato market appears oversupplied'

German early potatoes are reported to be predominantly high-yielding and of good quality. However, as there are still considerable quantities of…

Export-oriented blueberry project in Laos launched

Proterra Investment Partners Asia has partnered with Mekong Blue Singapore Pte. Ltd. and a team of Chinese berry industry experts to establish a new blueberry…

Japanese delegates take in the best of Australian horticulture

In June, three delegates from Japan's Ministry of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) visited Australia to understand counter-seasonal…

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports to U.S. climb 66%

Vietnam has seen a significant boost in fruit and vegetable exports to the United States in the first four months of 2025, with shipments reaching $154…

CGA calls for trade and logistics support

The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) underscores the necessity for action on market access, biosecurity, and logistics as the agriculture…

Indian mangoes return to China via Superplum

In a diplomatic development, Indian mangoes have made a resurgence in China this summer, underlining a rich history of Sino-Indian diplomatic exchanges.…

Potato growers face rising costs and shrinking returns

The disconnect between farmgate prices and retail margins in the global potato industry raises questions about the future of farming. Potato farmers worldwide…

Lychee thrives in Mexico as global demand grows

Amidst Mexico's rainy season, streets bustle between showers with the presence of sweet fruit from China, lychee. Unexpected by many visitors, this fruit finds…

Mexico launches avocado sustainability plan

In April 2025, the Mexican Avocado Institute launched the "Route to Sustainability" (Ruta hacia la Sostenibilidad), a strategic initiative aimed at…

Vietnam seeks solutions to revive fruit and vegetable exports

Early 2025 saw a steep decline in Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports, driven chiefly by shipments rejected by China and the EU for food safety and…

New Zealand avocado exports rebound with strong crop

Following challenging seasons, the avocado sector anticipates an improved period ahead. Picking commenced last month, and according to NZ Avocado CEO, Brad…

From mission-driven beginnings to being a leader in South African pepper production:

“We’ve got one of the best pepper growers on the continent”

Emseni Farming, located near the rural town of Kranskop in KwaZulu-Natal's Valley of a Thousand Hills, is growing world-class peppers while focusing on…

Expert urges investment in Nigeria's mushroom sector

An agriculture expert, Prof. Sami Ayodele, has advocated for federal government investment in Nigeria's mushroom production, citing its potential to generate…

U.S. preparing to reinstate tomato tariff on Mexican imports

The United States is preparing to reimpose a 20.91% tariff on fresh tomatoes imported from Mexico as a longstanding trade agreement concludes. With 93% of U.S.…

Jamaican banana growers prepare for hurricane season

Banana growers express their readiness challenges as the hurricane season approaches. Farmers like Noel Clarke and Hermine Campbell recount past experiences,…

"Founder of East West Seed improved livelihoods of small vegetable farmers in the tropics"

Obituary Simon Nanne Groot (1934 - 2025)

East-West Seed announces the passing of its founder Simon Nanne Groot on July 6. Simon Groot was 90 years old. Simon dedicated his life to improving the…