Early start for California’s white sweet corn season

White, sweet corn has begun harvesting in the Salinas, California area. "The corn is starting a little bit early this year–just before the 4th of July,…

Stronger demand for Ontario apples means low carry-in for 2025-2026 crop

Demand continues to be strong for Ontario apples. "Inventory is unusually low," says Chris Hedges, chair of the Ontario Apple Growers. "Certainly, once…

Bright forecast for domestic organic blueberry season

North Bay Produce has started its domestic organic blueberry season, launching in July, with produce sourced from the lush regions of British Columbia,…

National Retail Report - Specialty Crops:

Fourth of July produce ads up 3%

Fourth of July sales were popping like firecrackers this week as shoppers got an early start on holiday shopping. Produce aisles sparkled with the season's freshest cherries,…

Indian apple growers seek protection from U.S. imports

India's apple sector is facing challenges as the Apple Farmers' Federation of India (AFFI) raises concerns over the entry of Washington apples into Indian…

USDA launches MRL guide to aid specialty crop exports

The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) has launched a new resource to support American farmers in accessing international…

Peruvian blueberry season in Asia opens with first ocean arrival

Camposol announced that the first ocean shipment to Asia of fresh Peruvian blueberries for this season had successfully arrived in Kaohsiung Port on…

California cherry crop drops to 4.8M cartons

Michael Jameson of Morada Produce provided an analysis of California's cherry season. With over 37 seasons of experience, Jameson discussed yield drops,…

North American agribusiness review June 2025:

U.S. produce sees berry rise, citrus, and nut decline

U.S. fruit, nut, and vegetable markets are exhibiting varied pricing and production dynamics as the summer season progresses. Notably, California strawberries…

Strawberries lead in Ventura as avocados surge 170% in value

Strawberries retained their leading position in Ventura County, California, for the 25th consecutive year. The annual crop and livestock report indicated a 3%…

Arkansas blackberry growers tackle hail damage with new tech

During the Blackberry Field Day on June 10 in Arkansas, attendees gathered to discuss industry developments, including new varieties and advancements in…

Malaia's Microgreens cultivates for the culinary elite

Tailoring vertical farming for Michelin-starred restaurants

For chefs at the top of their game, ingredients are more than a garnish; they are an extension of the plate itself. That is exactly where Malaia's…

Nova Scotia strawberry yields surge following fungal relief

The strawberry cultivation landscape in Wolfville, Nova Scotia, reflects a dynamic shift this season. Growers report robust yields, attributed to conducive…

Trials explore alternatives to Russet Burbank potatoes

Russet Burbank remains the preferred potato variety among Canadian agronomists and consumers. McCain Foods, based in Chin, Alberta, is now collaborating with…

Andrés R. García Arias, Mi Paisana:

"We break with the traditional 'ready-to-eat' mango export scheme"

Some Peruvian mango exporters have expanded their shipping windows to avoid market saturation in peak season and achieve better prices. Mi Paisana…

First reports of damage:

Thunderstorms, hail, and violent winds in France

It is time to take stock after the violent storms that hit much of France last week. No fewer than 57 departments were placed under orange weather…

Prognosfruit 2025 on August 6-8th in Angers

"An opportunity to take part in a conference that is emblematic of the apple and pear sector"

Registration is still open for the international Prognosfruit event, to be held in Angers from August 6th to 8th. "Registrations are open until July…

Georgia series – part 8:

“Confidence is growing among fruit growers and exporters”

The Georgian Farmers' Association (GFA) was founded in 2012 with a clear mission: To support farmers and horticulturalists with guidance on cultivation…

Maarten van Damme, Dacomex:

"At the start of the year, we expected onion prices to fall and potato prices to rise"

Last week, the final onions of the old season were shipped out at Dacomex in Sint-Maartensdijk. "We've had a positive season with solid demand and…

Furkan Karaca, Enjoy Trade Holland:

"Albanian watermelons gain popularity in Dutch and German markets"

At Enjoy Trade Holland in Venlo, the Albanian watermelon season has begun. "We've been in contact with these growers in Albania for some time, visited them a few times, and that led to this c…

Vitale Conserve:

Growth of private label products in the canning sector

"At Tuttofood 2025, we presented a preview of the new Vitale-branded 'La Datterina' sauce made with red and yellow date tomatoes: The product combines…

Innovative packaging technology by Siropack (Italy):

The 'Respect' technology patent extends across the Americas

The technology developed by Siropack, the latest in a long series of patents filed by the company based in Cesenatico, in the Italian province of…

Andrés Legaz, Almerca:

"We have succeeded in selling a wider range of melon sizes in Germany"

Murcia's melon and watermelon season is in full swing. The cold spring caused the season to start a little later, but the rainfall ultimately worked…

David Knöbl on the Austrian currant harvest:

"The Marlena variety allows us to start harvesting very early"

This year's currant harvest at the Knöbl farm was already completed on June 24. "Last year, we even finished ten days earlier. But even this year, we…

Pedro Pleguezeulo, Syngenta:

First cucumber variety highly resistant to ToLCNDV

After developing a range of ToLCNDV-resistant zucchinis - ND Protected range nominated at SIVAL 2024 - Syngenta is now applying its ND resistance to…

Bernardo Cuesta, Rijk Zwaan:

"Ganimedes brought back the sweetness and firmness of traditional watermelon"

Rijk Zwaan is holding its Melon & Watermelon Event at its Experimentation and Development Center in La Palma (Murcia). The company is showcasing its…

El Ciruelo expects to produce 70,000 tons of grapes this season

Table grape consumption increases exponentially in Spain

The Spanish table grape harvest is starting in the region of Murcia about two weeks later than usual and against a backdrop of increased consumption.…

"This scenario brings Polish blueberry season back to back to normality"

The blueberry production in Poland may have been affected by the weather in certain areas, but this isn't the case for the growers associated with…

Comptoir Rhodanien group acquires Fruits 2000

The Comptoir Rhodanien group (Drôme) has announced the acquisition of Fruits 2000 (Ardèche), which specializes in the packaging and dispatch of fruit,…

Global blueberry market set to reach US$13.5B by 2032

The global blueberry market is showing promising growth. In 2024, its market size was valued at USD 9.81 billion, standing out as a key sector in the food and…

Dutch radish grower keeps investing in the future

On a Tuesday afternoon in late April, a green truck pulls into a parking area in Oude-Tonge, the Netherlands. Bakker Barendrecht is picking up radishes…

China develops edible coating that doubles fruit shelf life

As published in a journal named Nature Communications and reported by Prachachat, Chinese scientists from Shaanxi Normal University have created an edible,…

Vietnam lychee prices fall amid oversupply

Fruits from certified export orchards in Vietnam observe a decline in market value, with current prices ranging from approximately $1.01 to $1.21 per kilogram.…

Malaysia promotes new durian varieties for export

Malaysia is working to diversify its durian exports, moving beyond the well-known Musang King to include other premium cultivars. Datuk Nor Sam Alwi,…

Thai-Cambodian border closure risks US$1.7B in exports

The Department of Foreign Trade (DFT) has issued a cautionary note on potential impacts stemming from the Thai-Cambodian border closure, potentially affecting…

Azerbaijan’s tomato exports up nearly 15% in 2025

According to the State Customs Committee of Azerbaijan, the country exported 98,695.48 tonnes of tomatoes between January and May 2025, a 14.7% increase…

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Chinese ginger relies on intensive support for growers, strategic stock in the Netherlands for European sales

Despite the distance, some Chinese fresh produce products effortlessly reach European markets. Ginger, garlic, and pomelos are perhaps the best-known…

Green City Farming raises SEK 7.5 million from current investors

“The funding round came together through strong relationships with our existing investor base"

Green City Farming has secured SEK 7.5 million (US$709,000) in new funding from existing investors as it works toward profitability and prepares for…