
Sector | General fresh produce


"At Fresh-Check, we do more than just inspections and quality checks"

One-third of U.S. fresh fruit and vegetable consumption comes from imports

UK relies on Spain for fresh produce, importing €4.82 billion in food

Binned Biosecurity Protection Levy a win for fresh produce growers

Kazakhstan becomes one of Uzbekistan’s top fruit and vegetable importers

EU launches dashboard to track agricultural sustainability, focusing on climate and resource impact

South African fresh produce exporters secure 200 trade leads in Germany

250 to 300 Lidl stores closed due to ongoing strike

Immigration enforcement stirs fear among California farmworkers, impacting agriculture

JD.com and Tmall import fresh fruit via cross-border e-commerce, expanding cold chain capabilities

Hortfin marks seven years of supporting South Africa’s deciduous fruit industry

Tufts and Kaiser Permanente launch Food is Medicine network to expand nutrition-based healthcare

NFU urges UK government to act on food resilience report amid growing supply risks

Tiền Giang exports $500 million in January, targets $6.3 billion for 2025

25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada expected to raise U.S. grocery prices

U.S. importers brace for potential 25% tariff on Mexican produce at Nogales border

Uzbekistan and Malaysia strengthen agricultural ties with technology and trade agreements

Argentina eases food import and export rules, reducing paperwork for approved countries

Low fruit and vegetable intake accelerates biological aging through epigenetic changes

NSW farmers raise concerns over water-sharing plans and future water security

NFU president urges Congress to pass fully funded 2025 farm bill to protect farmers and markets

Michigan FY26 budget allocates $158.3 million for food security, rural development, and agriculture

U.S. fresh produce farmers see higher prices and financial gains but face trade concerns

North Queensland floods cut transport routes, causing food shortages and higher freight costs

Pukekohe's Vegetables Big Day Out highlights IPM, agri-tech, and industry insights

Marketing climate-affected produce: resilience messaging may boost consumer acceptance

India's fruit and vegetable exports surge 47.3% with APEDA support and market expansion
Dennis Koemans launches D-Traders after 11 years at Davis Europe

Ifapa is studying using reptiles for biological pest control in Almeria's greenhouses

Middle East investment key to expanding South Africa's agricultural exports and infrastructure

Bangladesh fruit importers halt shipments over higher duties, warn of Ramadan price surge

Perth Markets completes new cold chain warehouse to support WA fresh produce logistics

Brazil's Fruit Attraction 2025 doubles in size, featuring 400 brands and 40 international buyers

Industry leaders warn BTOM inspections and fees threaten UK fresh produce supply

"Now also a connection from Venlo to major regions of the French market"

Sigh of relief on U.S. tariffs….for now

Bangladesh fruit importers halt unloading at ports over tax hikes
South African fresh produce exporters seek global market expansion in 2025

Retailers are focused on offering high-quality produce at good value

Arjan van 't Hoff (Iberiana Frucht) marks 30 years in the business

Texas agriculture risks labor shortages as 42% of crop workers lack authorization

"M200 rootstock receives top innovation award at SIVAL 2025"

“Naming the grower has become very common among the top restaurants"

New U.S. tariffs on key trade partners may drive up fruit and vegetable prices

NSW Farmers challenge 6.3% rise in fruit and vegetable prices amid falling inflation

U.S. tariffs on Canada and Mexico disrupt trade, but Dutch exports see no advantage

Lebanon's rainfall drops by over 50%, worsening drought and agricultural losses

"We suffered some damage to our plastic tunnel structures, but thankfully no glasshouse damage"

South African fresh produce exporters seek global market expansion in Germany

Pear prices in South Korea surge 71.9% as weather impacts fruit and vegetable supply

Albania's fruit and vegetable exports grow 26% in 2024, driven by investment and policy support

Air freight supports growing demand for fresh produce exports from Africa to Europe

B.C. launches $5 million program to help fruit growers combat extreme weather

Farm leaders warn mass deportations could disrupt agricultural workforce and drive up food prices

New companies and stand concept for VLAM at Fruit Logistica
How an artificial intelligence system can make money in the field and the warehouse

"From day one, we didn’t want to be just another traditional supplier"

"With a Smart Glass, an order picker has both hands free"

Bangladesh fruit importers to halt trade over 30% supplementary duty hike

Karaman Obst & Gemüse Großhandel renamed Karaman Food Trading GmbH

Australian farmers question rising fruit and vegetable prices despite lower inflation

$15 million raised to expand AI-driven automation in agriculture

KLM/MartinAir suspension disrupts Zimbabwe’s horticulture exports to Europe

40% of U.S. adults consume less than a quarter of recommended fruit intake

Storm Éowyn threatens fruit and vegetable supply, IFA calls for government aid
New and pre-owned produce grading equipment for farms around the world

Healthy food costs more than twice as much as unhealthy options, worsening food insecurity

Irish farmers face severe storm damage, seek €5,000-€20,000 in recovery aid

Fairy tales help children eat more fruit and vegetables

EU extends producer responsibility for the management of commercial and industrial packaging and packaging waste

Queensland fruit fly outbreak in glynde leads to quarantine and homegrown produce restrictions

"We are witnessing a shift in demand from traditional farm management tools to AI-powered digitization"

"Data loggers: once a necessary evil, now an increasing source of insight"

Two new sorters: one for spherical fruits and one for dates

Termotécnica showcases recyclable EPS packaging for extending fresh produce shelf life

Rijk Zwaan to present produce developments and industry insights in Berlin

"Rising demand for compostable fresh-keeping packaging in the fresh produce market"

40% Reduction in rainfall slashes crop yields in Punjab, Pakistan, threatening agriculture

Northern Territory breaks record for latest monsoon arrival, delaying rainfall for crops

USDA nominee Brooke Rollins signals support for farmer aid amid tariff concerns

Philippines invests over 51,4 million US$ in 99 hybrid cold storage facilities for crops

Irish farmers urged to prioritize safety as Storm Éowyn brings strong winds and red alert

"Increasing demand for plastic pallets in the export of fruit and vegetables"

"A spacious indoor Cash & Carry has always been my dream"

Activated carbon packaging can delay the ripening of fruit and vegetables

Hawke's Bay apple growers face ongoing challenges two years after Cyclone Gabrielle

Mr. Greens acquires Parishables to expand into Atlanta market

EU open to UK joining Pan-Euro-Mediterranean Convention, Sefcovic says

New Zealand to merge Plant & Food Research with three other CRIs for bioeconomy

Uzbekistan earned $1.5 Billion from fruit and vegetable exports
Emilia Romagna wholesale markets strengthen their presence in the Middle East

Dr Myeki calls for action on unimplemented recommendations in South Africa's fresh produce market

Estonian Parliament rejects bill to reduce food VAT

Charles Hall, founder of Association Services Group, passes away at 74

Bangladesh and Pakistan discuss fruit trade, focusing on dates for Ramadan

Azerbaijan’s fruit and vegetable exports decrease in 2024, while imports grow

Uzbekistan's fruit and vegetable exports to Kyrgyzstan decrease by 19% in 2024

Snow, rain and cold weather in Texas and Florida mean supply gaps ahead

Fris-Co sees significant sales growth in first six months after joining Dole Group

"UK horticultural businesses to showcase agricultural solutions and fresh produce"

South Africa attracts USD 5.4 billion in FDI, with focus on manufacturing, mining, and agriculture

Vietnam faces overproduction and market imbalance in agriculture due to unregulated planting

"There is a real need for traceability in the fruit and vegetable sector"

From Earth to the stars: The ReThink food challenge launched

Photo report SIVAL 2025

Sicilian fruit and vegetables represent an added value for the international supply chain

Mekong Delta adapts to saltwater intrusion with new agricultural strategies

Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica are the US fruit and vegetable market's main suppliers

Spring greens prices surge 25%, while apples rise by 5% and kale increases 3%

Citrus Freight transforms India's perishable exports with AI-driven reefer shipping platform

Greek fruit and vegetables expand presence in Bulgarian markets

"Naïo Companion embodies our vision of connected agriculture accessible to all"

Senators push bill to limit tariffs, prevent fresh vegetable price hikes

MSC updates India-Africa service, adds Cape Town call to boost fruit exports

Russia’s exports of fruits and vegetables to the EU drop threefold in 2024

What the produce industry would like to see under the new Trump administration

Final pile driven for new Harvest House building

No new sightings of oriental fruit fly in south Auckland after initial detection

USDA allocates $129.2 million to combat exotic fruit fly outbreaks and protect $14.8 billion industry

U.S. fresh produce imports supply 59% of fruit and 35% of vegetable availability

Vietnam's fruit & veg exports surge past $7.12 billion, driven by durian and market expansion

Study suggests VAT adjustments on food could improve health and cut emissions in UK and EU

US: Times Square lit up by colors of European fruits and vegetables

Israel's inflation drops to 3.2% in December as fresh produce and travel costs decline

High freight costs and competition threaten Kenya's horticultural exports

Fruit and vegetable prices rise in Egypt as supply shortages persist ahead of Ramadan
