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We'll be back on January 5th

Happy Holidays from the FreshPlaza team!

Busy market in the first weeks of the Egyptian Navel season

Morocco citrus annual

Morocco’s tangerine/mandarin production for MY 2025/26 expected to increase 4 percent

Alba Soler, Iberian Premium Fruits:

"The best defense against complex seasons is truly differential quality"

PHP and CDBM took over Boh Plantations’ production assets in October 2025

Limited supply and persistent demand keep IQF market positive

Morocco steadily strengthening its position in the global avocado market

Pieter de Ruiter, 4Fruit Company:

“Spanish season: lemon and persimmon shortage, while Tango and Nadorcott remain positive outliers”

A truly inauspicious 2025

What happened to the Italian table grape campaign?

"The citrus and pomegranate season are grappling with a mix of persistent challenges"

Sector | Vegetables

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After long road, Jongfresh introduces new radish variety

"With graffiti radish, we are re-engaging the younger target group"
Pricing has been lower compared to years past

Uncertainty in the tomato market continues

“Promising start for Bangladeshi cabbage exports in peak Rabi season”

"Egyptian greens are finding a favorable market"

Bringing ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes to southeast Europe

Program seeks to reduce Ghana's reliance on ag inputs

Ethiopia urged to develop Horticulture Resource Atlas to unlock sector growth

Sector | Bananas

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Taiwan banana genome studies reveal breeding solutions to combat Fusarium Wilt

Trudi’s bananas drive category growth in Europe

'Superior Banana Varieties' improve food security in Tanzania

Fusarium TR4 phytosanitary alert in Ecuador triggers emergency protocols in the banana sector

Magdalena producers ask for actual costs of Colombian bananas to be acknowledged

Banana farmland acquisition supports renewal in North Queensland

Costa Rica assesses progress in developing disease-resistant bananas

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Wouter van der Beek, Bruin Export:

"Tension between farm and bale price, good quality onions becoming scarce"

Egypt exports record volumes of garlic to U.S. market in 2025

US and Canadian potato estimates slightly down on last year

Nigeria distributes emergency inputs to 2,000 onion farmers
Lower Rhine:

"Despite delayed planting, our sweet potatoes have grown well"
German potato market report, weeks 50-51:

'Presence of early potatoes continued to expand with the arrival of the first Sieglinde'

The trajectory of the purple sweet potato

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Peru’s mango exports to the U.S. expected to be down about 25 percent

Spain remains the EU's largest garlic producer

Ecuadorian dragon fruit growers regrouping following low prices

Türkiye’s Bursa black figs and peaches, a lucrative labour of love
Kai-Uwe Molzahn – Pomegranate Producers' Association of South Africa

Strengthening the global position of South African pomegranates

Stronger pricing on Mexican papaya

"The current prices of Moroccan avocados are excessive"

Sector | Company news

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Sale of Israeli shipping company ZIM enters final stages

Middle East market embraces Chinese mushrooms through Onedayone–Finc partnership

New office Prime Fruit Partners

Aartsen operational in its fifth branch in Mumbai
What five years of growing taught ZGreens’ founder Juan Naudin

“People buy shelves thinking they can start growing tomorrow. That’s not how it works”
Rob van Opzeeland: 'This will not be the last new building'

Second cold storage Kivits Logistics Group in Ridderkerk completed
Viscon Group, Division Q and Koppert Cress

New partnership for post-harvest automation

Sector | Greenhouse

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Green Gardens Dobrovnik: from rumours to facts

New baby leaf production in Slovenia, the centre of Europe
Breedx shows their tomato breeding strategy in Israeli greenhouse Open Day

“The 'wow' responses when eating our crunchy varieties were enough”
Enza Zaden lettuce trial in Leamington:

"Glimpse of performance in real-world conditions for Canadian and U.S. growers"

U.S. tomato growers rise to opportunity
Anna Wize, Under Cover conference:

"Dynamic changes in the production of vegetables under cover – both in Poland and throughout Europe"

U.S. (ND): MHA Nation celebrates opening of new greenhouse

Solar thermal energy sector reaches milestone with largest thermal power plant for greenhouse production

Sector | Logistics

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MSC's IROKO service has new direct call at Cape Town, connecting Asia, South and West Africa

Container shipping lines weigh varied risks as Suez Canal transit decisions split

Christmas under blockades: Greek farmers brace for a combative 2026

Port of Dover Cargo strengthens role in UK fresh produce supply chain
World Container Index - 18 Dec:

World Container Index increased 12% to $2,182 per 40ft container

Colombia and Ghana discuss direct maritime trade route
Digital Container Shipping Association

DCSA pilot advances digital standards in container shipping

Sector | Machinery

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Yayoi Suzuki - Shibuya Seiki

“Our AI system supports multiple AI models simultaneously and uses multi-spectral imaging"
Automation boosts productivity amid labour shortages

Waste reduction delivers immediate cost savings for food processors
Dutch company uses smart machines and sustainable solutions to transform French fry byproducts

“Our shredders and grinders turn potato waste into valuable products”
Growpipes and HSB Living Lab collaborate on hydroponic systems for residential buildings

"Technology succeeds when it fits into people’s lives"

Turkish organic producer adds 6-lane apple pre-sorting line
'First-hour customer' Theunissen Fruit orders mobile wind machines from Frost Fans again

"I already know that these machines are going to pay off"

"The packaging line is ideal for large scale tomato packaging"

Sector | General fresh produce

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MAL conclude vegetable farming systems project to upscale production
PromPerú

Peruvian fruit exports grow by 13%

Significant improvement in the EU agri-food trade balance in October

Sharp decline in Turkish fresh fruit and vegetable exports

Record South African fruit exports approach the 5-million-ton mark

Consumer produce trends look to be unifying globally

Botswana introduces seasonal restriction on 16 vegetable imports

Sector | Management

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USDA announces agribusiness trade missions for 2026

Agriculture Enterprise Development Bank of Liberia to be established

Peru and Thailand reach 'substantive agreement on core issues' on FTA

New Zealand's topfruit and kiwifruit sectors welcome India free trade agreement

UK Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme closed indefinitely
Government insists on not responding to farmers’ red lines

Now underway: Greece at a standstill. All roads blocked until 7pm

Morocco mobilises state farmland for agricultural projects

Sector | Miscellaneous

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South Africa citrus sector mourns Deon Joubert
Inside the student-run agtech lab producing hundreds of pounds of greens

“I believe the space is an incubator for the CEA industry”

Tasmanian fruit industry mourns the passing of Carl Hansen
Greeneration highlights vertical farming’s fine-dining potential at AgraME 2025

"We are focused on addressing the import-reliance challenge of the region, one restaurant at a time”
Airlux Technologies’ Reinier Donkersloot:

"Smart farming isn’t plug and play"
The 6th Vertical Farming World Congress wraps up

“There is light at the end of the tunnel, and I hope it’s not a train but rays of sunshine”
Zambezi Eco Sprouts is using low-tech aeroponics to change mindsets

Building a circular farming movement in Southern Africa

Sector | Fruit

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Selling berries direct to consumer for over three decades

Former sales manager launches own Polish apple export company
Randy Dijksman, Combilo:

"It is critical to ensure timely culling of Conference now"
Haydelin Hoffmann, Greenex:

"Being the first to arrive is no longer enough; arriving at the right time with the right variety is crucial"

Winter strawberry yields strong

Korea to integrate AI in apple cultivation

Fruit industry renews Public Sector Partnership to boost Cape Town Container Terminal capacity

Sector | Herbs

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Kruiden Claus celebrates 125th anniversary

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

Kenyan court upholds cess fees on export herbs

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
Stephen McCormack - McCormack Family Farms

Irish basil, from 5 tonnes to 26 tonnes per year
Thomas Baars, SemperVere:

"We're replacing imported herbs with sustainable, local, year-round available crops"

Sector | Agenda

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March 18-20, 2026

International Mango Organization announces 2026 conference in Puerto Rico

Tuttofood 2026 to expand fruit and vegetable area
“Spotlights India as sourcing hub and premium import market”

Fresh India Show 2026 dates announced

Photo report: Food Africa 2025
Fruit Business Conference:

Moldovan producers' solutions for modern orchards and access to foreign markets

The Mauritanian pavilion makes its first appearance at Food Africa

More focus on fresh produce at the 10th edition of Food Africa

Sector | Citrus

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Jeroen Schenkels, de Groot fresh group:

Climate pressure reshapes citrus and vegetable sourcing strategies
Japan citrus annual

Japan’s citrus sector faces continuing structural decline
China citrus annual

Consumer demand will drive Chinese citrus production in (MY) 2025/25
Clemens Götzinger from Lindner Fruchtimport GmbH on this year's citrus season:

"Normal conditions without extreme weather are becoming increasingly rare"

Growing potential for Iranian citrus exports

The Alizza Fruit enters its fourth season at an extraordinary moment

Northeast India's exporters eye potential of Khasi oranges

Sector | Organic

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Apofruit Donnalucata opted for Bulltec

A new technology ensures the guaranteed minimum weight of tomatoes

Dharwad mango growers target new export markets
Next year’s first organic GoodnessMe apples at VerKen Bio Deli-Vers

"Organic pear sales are off to a slow start, but momentum is expected soon"
Melvin Middelham, GreenFruit:

"Organic ginger and turmeric available year-round"

French grower experiments with organic aloe vera juice
November 30th to December 2nd

Natexpo 2025 puts the spotlight on fruit and vegetables

Organic frozen vegetable range expands at Natural Grocers

Sector | Health

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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

Israel study finds compound in vegetables fights plaque

How to market the wellness factor of mangoes

Flavonoids linked to healthier aging

Norfolk Healthy Produce partners with All Aussie Farmers to bring The Purple Tomato

Sector | IT

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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
Bradford Warner - AgroFresh

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

“Blockchain traceability enhances the management of fresh produce supply chains”

“We’re introducing a single-use real-time monitoring solution for perishable goods transport”

South Africa launches AgriSA locust tracking platform

Sector | Innovations

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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

Tanzania unveils digital platform to aid horticulture market
Stiaan Hugo - AGI Frost Fans

Entire frost protection package, honed in South Africa, available in EU
South African growers report significant increases in quality, size and shelf life

Introlab biostimulants approved for EU distribution
BotaniX’s Yishai Nissan on how vertical farming unlocks the full potential of medicinal plants

“Growing great plants is only half the battle, keeping their natural power intact is what matters”

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Agristo doubles production capacity

Rising global fries demand drives investment across the potato value chain
La Cupa Società Cooperativa Agricola

Beyond price: Provenance and supply chain in the gourmet fruit and vegetable world
Giuseppe Pellegriti (Terre di Sicilia) on the attendance of Artigiano in Fiera 2025

"The strategic role of trade fairs makes us grow in the segment of artisanal processed products"

Uganda plans expansion of Soroti fruit factory

New seasoning system launches with updated safety and capacity

New Zealand growers pressured by shift to cheaper imports

Australia faces surge in frozen vegetable imports

Sector | Cooling

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“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”

Bridging global ripening markets with ethylene solutions

Sector | Food safety

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Effect of the quality of washing water on shelf-life and product safety of rinsed produce

Why provider of conveyor solutions offers food safety training
Due Diligence Horticulture (DDH) launches Quantum Clear

Using plasma to kill airborne pathogens

Rwanda lifts 2017 ban on South African produce imports

EFSA urges continuous water disinfection in fresh produce processing
Ecofarm Storti (Italy)

Ozone as a tool for combating diseases in horticultural crops

Togo study finds high pesticide residues in produce

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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2025 State of the Almond Industry

A year of resilience for Californian almonds
Ranobo achieves 15% growth despite volatile nut market

Belgian nut specialist strengthens operations and structure
USDA report

Pistachio demand steadily rising in China
Yotam Shlomo, Shlomo Farm:

"Medjool dates as iced treats are popular during the festive season"

New ‘Parpareil’ almond approved for public release

Stronger pricing on pistachios, though kernel prices stay the same
Martin Reynolds – Cape Dried Fruit

Growing demand for South African dried fruit

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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Massimiliano Persico, Cartonpack Group’s Marketing Department

"A year of consolidation, product range innovation, and growth in international markets"

"We have successfully created an innovative paper punnet for strawberries"
Mark Rohrlach - Detpak:

“The punnet focuses on sustainability, protecting both the produce and the planet"

Packers shift to flat blanks to cut lid costs and storage needs

"Modified atmosphere packaging puts fresh produce into rest mode to make it last longer"

Kenya adjusts packaging systems for horticultural exports

MEPs approve amendment to fruit and vegetable labelling regulation for Western Sahara

Sector | Retail

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Iceland Foods and The Food Warehouse celebrating end of first ever Christmas Party Roadshow

Crisp has recorded an operating profit for the first time since its launch
Instamart’s 2025 order data: Bananas dominated repeat orders

SPAR's festive food parcel: Carrots, potatoes, and sprouts
REWE Group has partnered with organic farming association Bioland

Careem Quik: Bananas most ordered item for both men and women for 3rd year in a row
Lidl is slashing prices on this season’s Christmas veg must-haves to just 5p

Aldi Spain will end 2025 with 496 supermarkets
Aldi UK: ‘Sprout Nog’ turns the humble vegetable into a seasonal standout

Co-op: Strawberries and carrot batons nation’s favourite healthy snacks
The Wholesale Group has unveiled its latest member

Tesco Northern Ireland has increased the availability of vegetables ahead of Christmas
Greens Supermarket: First-of-its-kind in Malta - The “Medjool” Dates Counter

Ocado: For 2 weeks cherries became the number one bestselling product

Sector | Global Market

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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW POMEGRANATES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PAPAYA

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PEARS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW GARLIC

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANDARINS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW CUCUMBERS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PINEAPPLES

Sector | Climate

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Emilia storm leads to falling prices for Moroccan fresh produce

Storm Emilia suspends Moroccan fresh produce exports

Produce shipments making it through this week’s Polar Vortex

Global climate volatility disrupts perishable supply chains

China: Yunnan hit by early frost, blueberry and fresh-cut flower industries affected

"Seawater desalination is becoming essential in Morocco"

Belgian farmer sues TotalEnergies over climate impacts

Sector | Trade War

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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

Tariffs could force Mexican shift to precision agriculture

South Africa and U.S. move toward new tariff deal

South African exporters face 30% tariffs after Agoa expiry

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 | Peru

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Special Peru - Nature's Pride

Working together on responsible water management in Peru to support future food systems
Peru Special: Agrícola Pampa Baja

25 years of producing and exporting avocados, table grapes, pomegranates, and mandarins in southern Peru
Peru Special: Premium Choice Global

"A key pillar of our model is its international presence in destination markets"
Special Peru: Westfalia Fruit Peru expects to grow 15% in avocado by 2026

"We are constructing a new freezing facility in Chiclayo"
Special Peru: Packing del Carmen provides packing services to exporting companies

"As we do not have our own production, we can guarantee clients the priority for their fruit"
Peru Special: Provid and Proarándanos

Peru strengthens its world leadership in blueberries and consolidates its expansion in table grapes
Peru Special

"The day Peru sets out to export everything it produces, it can change the international chessboard"