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“Chilling injury shifts sourcing for Indian banana exports”

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"Asia pays very well for avocados in the early months of the year"

Landing costs remain above market prices in India

​​"Iranian apples are difficult to trade in at the moment"

Fresh deciduous fruit annual:

China’s apple and pear production set to decline as grape output rises

Himachal Pradesh faces dry spell and rising frost risk

Del Monte Philippines marks 100 years and highlights farmer support

Kosovo reports 1,000 hectares of raspberries

Kashmir developer launches horticulture support app

India’s dry spell slows citrus growth in Kangra

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

Sector | Vegetables

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Taiwan promotes processing of winter vegetable surpluses
From Heinenoord to Hong Kong, Polderland Groenten’s sprouts travel worldwide

"The Netherlands wants small sprouts in airtight packs; Germany prefers big and plastic-free"

"Exotic mushroom sales double or triple in the run-up to Christmas"
Three companies open the 2025/26 campaign

First shipments of Almeria peppers arrive in the U.S.

India’s Cyclone Ditwah disrupts vegetable production and prices

Mexican vegetables are in transition and supply is a story of two tales

Vegetable losses reach 6,836 tons after Nepali rains

Sector | Bananas

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Álvaro Quito, from Asociación Nueva Esperanza:

"In times of high prices for conventional bananas, some people are temporarily giving up on organic"

Nepal confirms TR4 outbreak in Chitwan bananas

Banana disease trials expand across three continents

Chiquita plantain chips enter the U.S. market
Danilo Román, Corbana:

Costa Rican banana production is expected to decrease by 10-15% compared to last year

Indian winds bring banana losses in Mayiladuthurai

India’s Surachita Agro sends first banana export to Dubai

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Bangladeshi onion prices rise as storage losses cut supply

Kyrgyzstan lowers import VAT base on onions and allium vegetables

Omsk potato exports to Kazakhstan rise 36 percent in 2025

Vietnam targets 400 000 ha in winter crop plan

Cuttack farmers delay planting despite potato seed subsidies

Tajikistan’s potato output exceeds 1.2M tons for 10 months of 2025
Competitive pricing and strong production are backing the potato export market.

"Bangladesh potato exports hit a three-year peak"

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Over 8,000 tonnes of fresh produce, picked, packed and delivered in just eight weeks
Bernardo Malo, from Fundación Mango del Ecuador

Mango volumes in Ecuador will be "about 15 percent lower".

Jingold starts marketing the first 200 tons of Spanish-origin yellow-flesh Jintao kiwis

Peru surpasses Chile in blueberry, grape, and avocado exports
Lychees and cherries coming soon

Australian mangoes available on U.S. West Coast

Teruel strengthens its status as the global leader in truffle production

Peruvian growers resume packing after holding out for better mango pricing

Sector | Company news

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Hapag-Lloyd interest grows in possible ZIM acquisition

New systems to be showcased for global fruit processing sector
Founders of Indoor Vertical.Farm soft launch Food Security Capital

“Food security is not a luxury; it's a fundamental right”

Austrian SPAR retail chain pays over €243,000 in bonuses to fruit and vegetable producers

Lufthansa and Swiss units align cargo operations

Fall Creek appoints Robert Reiter, Ph.D., to Board of Directors

Strong citrus and apple performance stand out in 2025 reflection

Sector | Greenhouse

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

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

Combining field expertise with seed-based strawberry cultivation

“This will be the first hydroponic greenhouse of this caliber to be built in Florida”
Magic Garden prepares for a 15% production increase in hydroponic salad pots:

“When you are good at something, you don’t change it, you improve it”
Ryno Postma – Oribi Aquaponics Namibia

Namibian aquaponics group geared for regional expansion
UK: Rising transmission costs put pressure on the greenhouse sector

“It’s essential that greenhouses are offered access to the same energy cost relief schemes"

Sector | Logistics

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Charles Gantz – Anlin Shipping

A fixed point amid grape shipment turmoil

Pakistan and Afghanistan halt fruit trade as border remains closed

December update shows tightening U.S. freight conditions

$50M Uzbek-Russian agro-logistics hub launched in Kuva district

Red Sea ceasefire shifts pressure onto breakbulk shipping

Fresh CPK could reshape Poland’s horticultural logistics

Drewry Airfreight Price Index climbed 13% from October

Sector | Machinery

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Complete solutions for fully compostable net packaging
BFM Italy

Multi-function machine: Interchangeable inter-row attachments

"The growth of machinery imports in Egypt is below initial forecasts"

Vegetable processing and packaging machines offered by Industrial Auctions
Rory Cole – Flowpack:

“The Elifab 2-Lane with Ellips True-AI has become the heart of our packhouse”
Calderoni (Italy)

“Keeping orchards healthy through mechanical, not chemical, means"

Vegetable processing machinery goes under the hammer

Sector | General fresh produce

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Brazilian vegetable exports rise 66.7 percent

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports rise 18 % in 2025

Vietnam produce exports reach $7.8 billion in November

Turkish fresh produce exporter Saraylım Tarım seeks bankruptcy protection amid financial struggles

Egypt's ag exports increase to 8.5 millions tons

Rwandan exporter goes from strength to strength

Strong global demand—especially for coconut products, pineapples, and mangoes

Sector | Management

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APHIS fruit fly quarantine updates for Texas and California

Cocaine seized in refrigerated container at Port Botany

Mexican Army and National Guard continuously monitor the lemon route in Tierra Caliente

South Africa prosecutes cargo shipping price-fixing case
More blockages and militant acts to follow in the coming days

Tractor lines stretching kilometers block highways as Greek farmers escalate protests

Labor digital card fails to combat undeclared employment in Greek packing houses
Growers’ sharp economic downturn directly affects market prospects

Agrotica’s realization challenged by massive exit of agricultural machinery companies

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

Kazakhstan faces growing shortage of agricultural specialists
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"
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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Henk Vlaeminck, Van Dijk Foods:

"As Italian quality dips, demand for Peruvian grapes rises"

"New blueberry variety has sparked so much interest that all plants for this season have already been reserved"
Vincent Guérin, ANPP

Supermarkets support the French origin in the pear campaign

Belarus adjusts price rules for cucumbers and tomatoes

Russia’s Krasnodar region reports 17 percent drop in fruit imports in 2025

Kazakh-Russian scientists launch high-intensity orchard project to boost fruit production

Dried strawberries are a feature of the current Egyptian season

Sector | Herbs

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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"
Georgia series – part 13:

Modular vertical farms for restaurants and private clients in Tbilisi and beyond
Europe Retail Packing:

Rising herb consumption demands local availability

Sector | Agenda

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

Frutech 2025 concludes its second edition with higher attendance and greater international reach
The fair took place on 28 and 29 November in Tbilisi

Agro Food Expo in Georgia sees positive results

Fresh Antalya 2026 to take place 24-26 September

Fruit Attraction São Paulo 2026 registration opens

Italy outlines tropical fruit nursery themes for Macfrut 2026

Poland assesses tunnel berry yields and labour gaps at Berry Forum

Sector | Citrus

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Strong supply and demand on California lemons

South African citrus exports up 22% in 2025

China expands Majia pomelo production and exports

The UPV has launched the first pilot plant for citrus agrivoltaics in the Valencia Region

California Halos mandarin season off to a good start despite rain events

Morocco’s mandarin exports to Russia rise 74%

Turkey boosts lemon exports to Russia

Sector | Organic

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Saudi Arabia reports higher date and greenhouse vegetable production
November 30th to December 2nd

Natexpo 2025 puts the spotlight on fruit and vegetables

Organic frozen vegetable range expands at Natural Grocers
Reichenau eG presents German organic sweet potatoes for the first time at the Nordic Organic Food Fair

"More than just a trend product"

Dutch cranberry farming replaces peatland dairy

The arrival of Demeter-certified mangos from Brazil: Tommy Atkins and Keitt
Suriname special - part 11:

“Indigenous and tribal pineapple growers in Suriname turn tradition into a commercial export venture”

Sector | Health

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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

Kaempferol shows promise for ALS and dementia treatment

Sector | IT

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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”

AgroFresh adds AI and imaging tools to FreshCloud platform

Tract raises €18.6M to expand agrifood supply chain platform

Hanoi promotes digital technology in agricultural production

Sector | Innovations

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Kazakhstan to subsidize water-saving farming technologies through 2028

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”

Plant-based innovation returns to Fruit Attraction 2025

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Nepal expands French fry exports to new markets

New Zealand growers pressured by shift to cheaper imports

Kyrgyzstan looks to Hungary for expertise in agro-processing expansion

Australia faces surge in frozen vegetable imports
Henrik Rolf from Köckerling GmbH & Co. KG:

"Bureaucracy is a major cost driver in the fresh-cut sector"

Kyrgyzstan increases exports of frozen fruits in August

Citrocide Fresh-Cut technology unveiled at Kronen Customer Day

Sector | Cooling

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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”

Rising fruit and vegetable exports and production drive the need to expand cold storage in Uzbekistan

Bridging global ripening markets with ethylene solutions

Haryana builds cold storage at Hisar Airport

Sector | Food safety

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Salmonella concerns prompt Canada warning on Iranian pistachios
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

Shaanxi starts remote fruit export inspections

Canada recalls green pistachios in Ontario over Salmonella risk

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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Tajikistan’s dried fruit processors pitch for new buyers at Food Ingredients Europe 2025

“There won’t be abundant Greek chestnuts for Christmas, but this year there will be some”

Azerbaijan resumes imports of dates from India and exports peppers, hazelnuts in 2025
Wholesale market Karlsruhe:

"Prices have risen dramatically, especially for dried apricots"
Pere Ferré, SAB-Almendrave:

"Spain produced a record 366,465 tons of almonds in 2024/25 season"

Australia targets China and India in new almond market strategy

Global almond production to reach 1.8 million tons in 2025/26

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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"MAP-packaged kiwis can stay fresh for up to 150 days"

“It’s our goal to be responsible and ahead of the curve when it comes to sustainability”
Aztec Fruits launches new retail packaging project in Mexico

"Low prices driven by high supply in a saturated European avocado market"
Jan and Alec van den Heuvel

"We've developed our own machine that can perforate mono materials with extreme precision"
Plastic in packaging still has its advantages, according to Indian manufacturer

⁠"Eliminating plastic isn’t sustainable if it causes more fruit spoilage."
Bonfitaly

A new generation of sustainable fruit and vegetable trays made from agro-industrial waste

Flexible packaging options introduced featuring up to 30 percent PCR content

Sector | Retail

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Co-op unveils its newest ‘on the go’ format store

Lidl’s most popular products from 10 UK cities: Cucumber, Coleslaw, Peas and Avocado
Colruyt will close its last five French stores

Waitrose: Food & Drink Report 2025-26
Morrisons roadshow at a fresh produce packing facility for carrots and potatoes

The European Commission has approved Carrefour Italia’s acquisition
Asda has criticised the government

Delhaize is strengthening its footprint in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Lidl's festive vegetables being reduced in price to 8p

Deliveroo: Strawberries and Fairtrade Bananas most popular with Sainsbury’s customers ordering
Co-op is preparing one of its biggest ever number of price reductions next year

Aldi Ireland: Pre-tax loss as it put customers and staff before profit
Enzo Wholesale joins Unitas

Aldi will once again slash prices on its festive veg staples to just 8p

Sector | Global Market

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Sector | Climate

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"Seawater desalination is becoming essential in Morocco"

Belgian farmer sues TotalEnergies over climate impacts
Cyclone Mantha:

US$19 million crop losses in Bangladesh
Significant vegetable shortages and price increases expected

Retractable roof greenhouse withstands Jamaica’s worst storm ever

AI supports global produce supply chains

Hurricane Melissa expected to trigger fresh produce shortages and higher prices in Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa forces Dominican Republic growers to watch for floods and strong winds

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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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

China and U.S. reach trade consensus after Xi-Trump meeting

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

Tariffs could force Mexican shift to precision agriculture

Sector | Peru

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Peru special

The Ica region has no unemployment thanks to blueberries and other crops
Peru Special

Competitive advantage of Arequipa's pomegranates in the European market
Peru Special - Arturo Medina, ProHass:

"No export fruit has as much social impact in Peru as Hass avocado"

Slight gap expected in transition to Peru for grapes
Pieter de Ruiter, 4 Fruit Company:

"Peruvian grapes stand out in an otherwise subdued market"
Peru Special - Part 8

"Autumncrisp: the variety driving an ambitious growth plan in Ica"

Camposol reports 35% volume growth in Q3 update