Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables
South Korea launches new prickly pear cactus varieties
In conversation with Gabriele Ferri, director of Naturitalia
Rising consumption and a vibrant green kiwi market
Angelo Benedetti of Unitec during a recent conference:
Robotic kiwi harvesting to become reality by 2027
"We will do our utmost to ensure there are no flies in our shipments"
Iloilo dominates fruit production in Western Visayas
Malaga port expands Latin America fruit trade links
Mango importer celebrates World Water Day
Operational complexity increases during later stages of the season
More overlap between Peru’s old and new ginger crops expected
South African avocado growers face rising supply and price pressure
Penang durian harvest set to start early after dry weather
Belagavi mango crop hit by hailstorms, prices may rise 20–40%
Antonio Falcone, Siembra Alta (Peru)
Increased pomegranate production in Peru puts stability of European market to the test
Taiwan’s Chiayi promotes pineapple exports to Japan
Kenya focuses on value addition in macadamia, avocado, and blueberries
Australian floods hit macadamia, avocado, and citrus production
National retail report - Specialty crops 20 March:
Produce ads decline as spring items dominate promotions
The SM2 pomegranate deseeder by PND (Italy)
Advanced technology for extracting arils and optimizing production space
Week 12 Fruit Wholesale Market Report:
Chilean plum prices rebound, while New Zealand apple prices decline
Hanna Millard - Passionfruit Australia:
"We currently have a breeding program, the trial farms over south east QLD prove quite promising"
Morocco exported 58,000 tonnes of avocados this season
Iran, Greece, Italy shipments slow
"Kiwi demand jumps 30-40% against thin stock in India"
Kenyan avocado exporters test shipments due to Red Sea delays
César Cárdenas Tapia, from Proginger (Peru):
"We are expecting a ginger campaign with high volume and lower prices"
Hass Avocado Board announces new executive committee
Marvin Hidalgo and Franklin Paniagua, Tico Farms:
"We are our biggest competitors in the pineapple industry"
Nepalese mango production threatened by lack of rainfall
Syria expands tropical fruit production alongside citrus
Indian mango crop in Telangana hit by weather and pest pressure
Unseasonal Indian rain damages grapes, onions, and mango crops
Indian hail and rain damage fruit and vegetable crops in Maharashtra
India’s pomegranate exports stall amid Iran-West Asia conflict
“U.S., Australian buyers still want our pomegranates, but shipping is a logistical minefield now”
Morocco overtakes Kenya as Africa’s top avocado exporter in 2025
Australia trials in-store avocado scanner to reduce bruising
Increased production, smaller sizes for Greek Hass avocados
Joachim Prinsloo – Sunreaped
Heavenly summer for South African ginger
USDA allows earlier shipment of Beta avocados in South Florida
RubyRed kiwifruit volumes reach 18,000 tons across 16 markets
Permeable ground covers offer weed control and soil benefits beyond the greenhouse
Seasonal perishable products weekly update - March 18:
U.S. produce market sees higher asparagus prices, weak strawberry market
Azerbaijan increases avocado imports amid shift in suppliers
Karim Landolsi, Réseau Le Saint:
"Pineapples are one of the most popular fruits with consumers"
Kenya gains zero-tariff access to China for agricultural exports
Indian rainfall improves mango crop outlook in Kangra
Indian kiwi production grows in Manipur, storage gaps persist
"Our date harvest grows around 20 to 25 per cent per year"
Kiwi plants grafted onto Bounty 71 now available
"You obtain more vigorous and resilient plants from cuttings"
Patrick Santana, of Santana Ginger:
"This is the best time for China in Europe, as there is currently no ginger from Brazil"
Namibia tests avocado exports from Zambia via Walvis Bay
Rwandan avocado exports hit by Middle East flight disruptions
Kenyan avocado exporters fear a repeat of the 2024 season
Jorge Chang, of JCH Agroexportaciones: "Brazil and China also have greater productions"
"There is about 20% more ginger production in Peru than last year"
Oumar Sow, SEPAS, and Senegalese Mango Interprofessional Association
"We are expecting a good crop of mangos for the 2026 season"
Nepal's Madhesh mango production forecast to rise around 60%
Thai durian exports to China shift to rail via Laos under new partnership
Ben & Martelise Mouton – Enig Boerdery
Fungi first on fruit farm
Thai coconut prices fall to US$0.06 as supply rises and exports lag
Maharashtra Alphonso mango output expected to fall 80–85%
Avocado and mango intake may improve vascular function in prediabetes
Avocado processing line from Apeel Sciences available at Industrial Auctions online auction
Keep fruit fresh for longer and process vegetables more efficiently
Robert and Mark Greeve, Anaco Greeve
Dutch banana trader eyes Venezuela, India and Africa as new sourcing frontiers
Week 11 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Egyptian oranges arrive on the market while blueberry prices rebound
New Zealand kiwifruit crop forecast at 221 million trays
Russia imports citrus and exotic fruit as pest findings trigger treatments
EU avocado demand driven by targeted social media campaign
Mexican avocado production forecast at 2.8 million tons in 2026
First kiwifruit charter departs Tauranga for Japan and South Korea
Aztec Fruits sees growing interest in Ataulfo mangoes in Europe
“We deliberately waited for prices to ease before shipping mangoes to Europe”
Busy period for Beninese pineapples
Indian Hapus mango prices expected to rise after crop decline
Queensland mango farm sold as rising costs pressure growers
Coconut demand strengthens as winter wraps up
Iran food export ban disrupts produce supply to Russia
Ukrainian growers begin testing of exotic fruit and vegetable crops
Alessandro Ottolini, sales manager of Naranjas Ché:
"A product being organic is no longer the only factor helping stand out in terms of value"
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops 13 March:
Green cabbage leads U.S. grocery ads this week at 7%
U.S. researchers develop avocado lines that survive 17°F freeze
Mango harvest in Côte d'Ivoire to start late March
California Dates partners with tennis player Michael Chang
Brazil sends fresh produce to Cape Verde by direct cargo flight
“Container delays, rising freight complicate Thai longan imports into India”
New Zealand port expands container exports for Gisborne kiwifruit
Northland, New Zealand, focuses on infrastructure and kiwifruit sector
Helge Sparsoe - Fyffes
"At the start we were very clear that it would not be an overnight success story"
Marfruit partners with Anecoop
Alfredo Volio, Upala Agrícola:
"Producing a box of pineapples costs much more than three or four years ago"
China's garlic exports rebounded, with strong market demand and slightly lower prices
Second half of March could see better Mexican Ataulfo volume
Papaya prices in Brazil’s Espírito Santo peak at US$0.81/kg
Pineapple producer shifts focus to Asian markets after U.S. exit
India’s Alphonso mango exports face uncertainty as Gulf demand slows
Higher volumes for Indian mango season
"Logistic costs are hitting us on two fronts simultaneously"
Seasonal perishable products weekly update:
Cucumber and bell pepper prices rise, strawberries and tomatoes fall
Susana Gaytán, Frissie:
"We help growers cut losses by extending fruit shelf life up to two years with IQF technology"
Watermelon and banana prices drop in Bengaluru as supply rises
Organic Kent mango supply from Peru begins mid-March
Chile researchers test essential oils to control avocado rot
Senegalese mangoes under scrutiny over fruit flies
"We are expecting strong demand in both Europe and the Middle East"
Malda mango crop rises while litchi production declines
Fabio Zanesco, CEO of the European Consortium Kikokà
“Boosting production and driving expansion in the upcoming season”
Moldova destroys 18.9 tonnes of imported pomegranates after pesticide detection
Mario Ross, NutriFruit Global:
"Our challenge is expanding into non-traditional markets for Costa Rican pineapple"
Jamaican project plants breadfruit trees to support food security
Kiwifruit grower receives Horticulture New Zealand President’s Trophy
Fruit and onion exports stranded at India’s JNPT
Expanded packaging option for avocados combines breathability and brand presence
New Zealand exports most apples, half of avocados
Egypt launches agricultural fund as exports reach US$11.5 billion
After a fulfilling career in produce, Ms. Mango announces retirement
Fabio Alves - Farm Taste:
"I assist growers with sales in both the UK and Dutch markets"
Henk van der Meij, Hars&Hagebauer:
"Interesting West African mango season expected"
West Asia conflict threatens Indian Totapuri mango exports
India opens Jaigad port for Alphonso mango and cashew exports
Competitive pricing
Mexican mango season ramps up as Peru winds down
Peruvian blueberry grower replaces 500 hectares with new varieties
La Huerta Xpana adds mango and avocado cultivation to outdoor vegetable operations
"Weather hits Motril spinach crop, but market remains well supplied"
Consistent volume on dragon fruit expected, with an eye on quality
Vietnamese durian exports surge 275% in January
India's Jaigad port opens export route for mango and cashew
São Francisco de Itabapoana among Brazil’s top pineapple producers
NZ avocado exports reach 3.445 million trays in 2025–26 season
South African avocado exports expected to reach 22 million cartons
Philippines assesses mango and dragon fruit exports to the Netherlands
Asayan Mexico scores with rain-irrigated Hass avocados:
"In addition to organic produce, conventional fruit is also gaining attention in Europe"
Asian communities in the Middle East drive mango imports
Mango exporter considers all options to get fruit to Dubai
Lucy Philip - Brooklet Farms:
"There is still significant fruit entering the market, which has kept prices below the cost of production"
