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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW GRAPES

Growing conditions push back start of Ojai Pixie season

Prices climb on sweet potatoes as supply tightens

Helping iceless broccoli maintain quality

California apple industry mourns passing of long-time member

New premium blackberry label introduced

Zespri wraps up season with record-breaking sales in the U.S.

New sales executive for Bengard Ranch

New organic bite-size potato program introduced

In Canada’s northernmost community, a container farm operates under Arctic winter conditions

At -36°C in 24-hour darkness, fresh greens grow in Alert

Sector | Vegetables

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Family business’s third generation sees stable demand and residual flow challenges

Controlling the chain to survive price volatility

"Our green bean yields and uniformity keep getting better every season"

What impact will storms, cold, and unworkable fields have on the asparagus campaign?

Cucumbers in Russia surge 111% in three months

Good supply of cabbage leading up to Saint Patrick’s Day
Seasonal perishable products weekly update:

Strawberries down sharply as avocados and green peppers move higher

U.S. romaine up 19% as head lettuce falls 8%

Sector | Bananas

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Australia launches research to develop TR4-resistant banana varieties

Australian researchers map Fusarium wilt resistance in wild banana
Marianela Ubilla, Agzulasa:

Increased demand from Russia and China boosts Ecuadorian banana exports

Paris court rejects enforcement of US$805 million Nicaragua pesticide ruling

Costa Rica recovers banana volumes, however, supermarkets continue to keep prices very low

Canadian retailer transitions organic banana program

Jamaica launches US$100 million banana and plantain recovery program

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Vidalia Onion Committee names 2025 Grower of the Year and Producer of the Year

U.S. potato stocks at 202 million cwt, down 1% year on year
Miguel Ángel Salas González, Agromel SAC:

Peru's onion season ends with good yields but low prices, affected by high U.S. production

Sourcing trip to the Netherlands identifies new premium potato varieties for U.S. market

Indian onion exporters prepare for pink variety shift
Christophe Vermeulen (Belgapom): 'Lower contract prices are unavoidable, but must be seen in perspective'

“Claims that the sector is on the verge of collapse and growers have earned nothing are simply untrue”
Mario Chirinos, Agroexportadora Virgen del Carmen

Peruvian onion volumes stable, despite a year of low market prices

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Navigating the New Normal: How Europe’s exotic fruit market adapts in a post-pandemic world

Mango consumption in the Netherlands rises 40 per cent

Rain decreases Peruvian mango supply, prompting exporters to modify their plans

"We offer organic avocados with a negligible blue water footprint"

With no access to the European market, Malian mango exporters bet on Morocco and the UK

Jamaica launches year-round avocado cultivation to boost exports

Adverse weather lowers mango production in Côte d'Ivoire

Sector | Company news

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Peter Frey from PPO Services AG:

“We believe in standards that are established seriously and for the long term”
“Shared ambition for future-proof, sustainable cultivation and a strong supply chain”

Harvest House submits ACM request to continue The Flavour Farm Sales operations
Dominiek Noppe: “A strong foundation for a bright future”

Three generations celebrated at Vergro party night

North American potato brand celebrates 30th anniversary

Podcast spotlights 2026 lineup of global leaders, women in agriculture and more

HHLA posts 9.9% revenue growth and higher EBIT in 2025

Eric Patrick named president of Washington State Fruit Commission

Sector | Greenhouse

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New organic greenhouse product line unveiled

Mexico hits peak supply on bell peppers
Indoor Ag-Con: Capital recalibrates as CEA enters next phase

“One of the brutal shocks in the last five years was realizing this is farming, not a tech business model"

Greenhouse complexes begin new cucumber harvest cycle in Ukraine

Reduced thrip pressure is beneficial side effect of retractable roof greenhouse
12-14 March, Yashobhoomi, New Delhi

Preparing European suppliers for long term entry into India

Expressions of interest open for Apex Greenhouses demonstration glasshouse facility

Sector | Logistics

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World Container Index - 19 Feb:

World Container Index decreased 1% to $1,919 per 40ft container

U.S. Maritime Action Plan proposes p/kg port fee on foreign-built ships

CK Hutchison warns Maersk over Panama port takeover

WiseTech and Hapag-Lloyd trial real-time IoT container data integration

Rwanda launches direct air cargo exports for fresh produce

MSC expands its transatlantic route, enhancing connectivity with the Americas

New 31,000 square meter logistics depot opens near Port of Manzanillo

Sector | Machinery

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Marcel Beelen, FineField:

"Within 5-15 years, fresh berry harvesting will be entirely mechanized"
Troy Cleaver - Tomra:

"The 5S Blueberry is the realization of everything we learned in ten years"

Developer of ethylene generators starts 2026 with global expansion strategy and smart ripening innovation

Sorting technology applied to date quality management
Educational session Fruit Logistica Berlin

Ethylene is essential in uniform fruit ripening, but control is necessary in preventing losses

Ripening, quality control, and postharvest systems for fresh produce

Peach grower adopts Spectrim upgrade with AI-powered sorting intelligence

Sector | General fresh produce

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U.S. and Europe study links dietary patterns to lower bowel cancer risk

Canadian study shows GMO views shaping CRISPR crop perceptions

Tennessee bill seeks sales tax removal on fresh produce
The testimony of operators and trade associations

Unrelenting bad weather in Calabria: Flooded fields, torn greenhouses, and crops at risk
Rafael Prieto of Mayacert (Guatemala):

"If producers had to be 100% compliant with all regulations, the process would be costlier and more complex"

California accounts for over 70% of U.S. lettuce and 80% of global almonds

USDA launches US$1 billion assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers program

Sector | Management

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Ohio expands statewide quarantine to contain spotted lanternfly

Almond Board names 18 professionals to 2026 leadership class

French distributors boycott trade negotiations monitoring committee after Annie Genevard's remarks

British Columbian court orders payout to former B.C. Tree Fruits members

U.S. ag leaders support USMCA ahead of July review

Belize partners with Taiwan to expand agro-processing capacity

U.S. senators reintroduce SWAT Act to combat spotted wing drosophila

Sector | Miscellaneous

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Second-life batteries for irrigation in Yucatán

South African rand hits 3.5-year high

For sale: Poortcamp 10, De Lier

For lease: New distribution centre at Nieuw-Reijerwaard, Ridderkerk

Fresh produce honored on Syria's new currency

$336,560 awarded by USDA through Arkansas Department of Agriculture

South Africa citrus sector mourns Deon Joubert

Sector | Fruit

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The Global Grape Report launched
Alberto Cruz, Provex:

"It's going to be a very challenging grape season, possibly more than last year"

Peruvian blueberries shift from volume growth to demand management

Zimbabwe expands blueberry exports with off-season supply focus
Penny Reidy - South Australian Produce Market

Despite the heat, SA apple growers happy with first picking

“Chilling mismatches are slowing India's commercial blueberry breakthroughs"
German BLE week 7:

'First Minneola oranges from Israel expected in week 8'

Sector | Herbs

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Basil demand picks up ahead of Valentine’s Day
Mixed herb packets and baby leaves

Flexible solutions for changing demand

Fresh herb demand strong and steady for holiday season
Kruiden Claus celebrates 125th anniversary

"Strong demand for ginger and turmeric plants as cultivation becomes more viable"

Microgreens and in vitro cultivation pioneer reach for the skies with their vertical farm
Anthony De Ieso - Thorndon Park Produce:

"In easier to grow conditions, such as spring and summer, there are higher volumes to compete with"

Demand for Kenyan chives expected to increase as European production ends

Sector | Agenda

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Blue Whale Conference - Bruno Bertheloz

"Defending agricultural productivity is a priority for sovereignty"

IFPA opens registration for The Mexico Conference 2026

"Tropical fruits from Ecuador set to enter the European and Italian markets"

Organic Produce Summit 2026 registration now open
Fresh Produce Association of the Americas

Spring Policy Summit to “bring Washington to you”

"Moldovan stone fruit attracts Swiss buyers for post-season supply"

Asia Fruit Logistica appoints Unitec as official technology partner

Sector | Citrus

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Henk Vlaeminck, Van Dijk Foods:

“Citrus is arriving from all sides, but quality and demand are under pressure”
Miguel Sanz, from Naranjas Miguelito, on the situation of citrus fruit in Andalusia after the storms:

"Many buyers are waiting for citrus fields to dry out so that the harvest can be resumed"

"Mandarins turned out to be the standout performers this season"

“Citrus map is changing rapidly”

Israeli researchers use CRISPR to reduce grapefruit bitterness

U.S. maintains 10% tariff on Argentine lemons

Florida suspends farm inspections after freeze and drought losses

Sector | Organic

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Organic shifts from niche retail to structured programs

“Organic success depends on agreements, not ideals”
Hugo Jacobs, Jacobs Fruit:

"Challenging organic apple season, but sales now picking up"
Biofach is a key event for operators specializing in organic products, such as Toñifruit

"Supplying tasty organic fruit is the best way to increase organic and biodynamic consumption in Europe"
“Exports offer an outlet for pears, but not for apples with quality differences”

“The season’s biggest challenge undoubtedly lies with organic apples”

Piura rotates its organic banana with watermelon crops
Auction at Industrial Auctions

Cleaning, weighing, and packaging line for organic products

“Newer Indian okra varieties target UK and North America”

Sector | Health

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Moderate fruit and vegetable juice intake and its health effects

The consumption of superfoods continues to grow in France

New dietary guidelines reinforce essential role of fresh produce

Produce industry shows support of new Dietary Guidelines for Americans

Certain compounds found in garlic can increase the lifespan of mice

Italian study tests citrus and grape supplement for glucose control

Cranberry Institute updates health research guide

Sector | IT

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"We develop AI-based solutions for growers and nurseries"
BerryWorld live with QC app from FreshControl

“It took a next-level effort to incorporate all requirements into the inspection report”

Robotic apple harvesting

Indonesia advances digital agriculture with new farm-app deal
Johan Mostert – DiPAR Systems

Inside the architecture driving real-time fruit supply chain decisions

U.S. to turn to AI and robots to support farm production
Bradford Warner - AgroFresh

"This is valuable business intelligence for the fresh produce industry"

Sector | Innovations

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Pop Its snack cucumbers tap into demand for true bite-sized convenience

Fruit quality meters help manage harvest timing, lot segregation, and shelf-life performance

When efficiency in blueberry harvesting becomes a necessity

Custom LED gains ground as Italian nurseries push for efficiency

Extending shelf-life of blueberries and avocados by storing and shipping under low pressure

Enza Zaden to introduce new tomato variety

Fresh Del Monte launches robot that interacts with shoppers

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Shifting trade dynamics may support Polish apple concentrate exports

Wider distribution eyed for new sugarcane juice beverage

Del Monte cannery closure disrupts California fruit processing sector
"Further growth expected in convenience category"

Heemskerk refreshes Fresh & Easy brand

Australian food technology firm expands in Netherlands

U.S. Modesto fruit cannery closure impacts growers and workers

Fruit-based snack partnership targets U.S. market

Sector | Cooling

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Year-round fruit supply in Australia depends on cold storage

“Bringing cold storage costs back to the levels of ten years ago is our principal aim”
Isolcell's vision for the future of fresh produce

"Controlled atmosphere, tailored ripening, and new global balances"

One Frio launches European cold storage platform after seven acquisitions

“The new cooling facility brings increased flexibility”
Matthias Cuvelie, Airclima:

“CO2 cooling is a strategic investment in sustainability, product quality, and operational reliability”
Frigotec:

“The fruit is the boss, the Softripe system listens”

Sector | Food safety

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“If Canada’s Destination Inspection Service closes, we destabilize the market and create long-term reputational damage”

Canadian Food Inspection Agency plans on discontinuing their produce inspection services
AVA-ASAJA

EU intercepts this year's first Egyptian oranges with banned residues and pesticides
La Unió

EU rejections of third-country fruit and vegetable imports with unauthorized active substances rose by 6.5% in 2025

U.S. compares food safety response for domestic and imported cantaloupes

Mushmoshi Enoki Mushroom recalled in British Columbia over Listeria

Egyptian fresh produce under scrutiny over MRLs

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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U.S. pistachio kernel shipments up 12.7% in 2025/26

Global pistachio production forecast down 8% in 2025/26

U.S. pistachio shipments up 23% year to date in on-year cycle

Australia launches macadamia retail data project in U.S., Germany, and China

U.S. almond shipments fall 9.8% as export pace slows
Jens Borchert, PALM Nuts & More:

“Walnuts are relatively inexpensive to purchase in food retail stores”

Almond Alliance appoints new members to board of directors

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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Belinda Wilson - International Fresh Produce Association A-NZ:

“Switching to recyclable or compostable packaging can provide a competitive advantage"
2026 PAC Global Awards

Canadian greenhouse grower recognized for revitalized brand and packaging
Thomas Strieder from OutNature on alternative packaging materials:

"Alternative fibers are not a future scenario but can already be used today"
Cartonpack Group: "A more cautious edition in Berlin, yet with quality contacts"

Hybrid packaging, snack formats, and 'PPWR ready' solutions in the spotlight

New display-ready lidded mango carton introduced

Emissions and materials progress reported by packaging group
Argos Packaging introduces norifresh and new BOPP film

Two innovative films for fresh produce packaging

Sector | Retail

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The Giant Co. to acquire 2 grocery stores in Pennsylvania’s Bedford County

Walmart: Q4 results with strong growth in revenue
DoorDash: Fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results

Trader Joe’s will open eight locations in the coming months
Tiendas de Ahorro 3A has set a new milestone in Peruvian retail

The Fresh Grocer of Brooklyn marks the supermarket banner’s first location in New York City
Green tomatoes, soursop and cactus leaves in Tapatia Supermarkets' Greenacres store

Assaí: 5.2% sales growth in 2025
Fresh Thyme Market is extending its Price Lock initiative into the new year

Growing together with Walmart Canada: Martin’s Family Fruit Farm
Instacart: Partnership with Toast

UNFI: Five trends shaping spring & summer 2026
Whole Foods Market will open a new Holbrook store

HelloFresh Group: Preliminary results for the fiscal year 2025

Sector | Global Market

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Sector | Climate

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There's a chance for more flooding in Portugal by the end of the month

"At first glance, the damage is extremely heartbreaking"

Florida freeze pushes up corn and green bean prices

Mexican border water scarcity challenges nearshoring

Florida winter freeze impacts citrus and vegetable crops

Truck rates strengthen in Texas following weekend cold

Logistics plans were in place ahead of snow storm that covered parts of the U.S.

Preparations underway for Southeast temperatures and snow

Sector | Cartoons

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Madhya Pradesh banana farmer protests low prices with half-naked vow

North Korean forest rangers fired for turning tree nurseries into vegetable gardens

TikTok-fueled fruit ice cream craze empties freezers across New Zealand

Cows wearing e-collars help boost potato yields in P.E.I. pilot project

Domino’s seeks Vatican forgiveness for pineapple pizza

Aomori’s ‘designer apples’ turn orchards into art

Fruity overdose: The bold new trend transforming perfumery

Sector | Trade War

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Tensions have resulted in increased imports from Europe

Canada’s produce exports witness a boost due to limited supply and high prices in the U.S.

Importers to U.S. react to lifting of Brazilian tariff

Importers react to U.S. tariff reduction on Latin American countries

Removal of tariffs on tropical fruits is a relief but not for Brazil

Trump cuts tariffs on tomatoes, bananas and other agricultural products

Border Trade Alliance prepares for first formal review of USMCA

U.S. Senate votes to overturn Trump tariffs on Brazil

Sector | Rwanda

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Rwanda special (last part): Evergreen Holding

"With greenhouse conditions, we can produce strawberries all year round, even for export"
Rwanda special: Kinvest

Canadian capital, Rwandan fields: Building profitable farms with social impact
Rwanda special

Intercropping, outgrowers, and weekly flights: The operations model behind SOO Agro’s growth
Rwanda special: Kumwe Green Farms

"We have a lot to offer to European buyers"
Rwanda special: Virunga Biotech Limited

"We see a strong demand for chilies, ginger, and gherkins"
Rwanda special: Kotwidika

Promising trial for Valencia oranges
Rwanda special: Souk Farms

Rwanda advances steadily on the global fresh produce scene