Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news!

Subscribe I am already a subscriber

You are using software which is blocking our advertisements (adblocker).

As we provide the news for free, we are relying on revenues from our banners. So please disable your adblocker and reload the page to continue using this site.
Thanks!

Click here for a guide on disabling your adblocker.

Sign up for our daily Newsletter and stay up to date with all the latest news!

Subscribe I am already a subscriber
App icon
FreshPublishers
Open in the app
OPEN

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANDARINS

Mexico’s main grape season anticipated to start 7-10 days early

Florida strawberry season sees more volume and stronger pricing

California navels moving into late-season varieties

Oppy remembers Gerry Gaston

Vietnam becomes key market for Washington Cosmic Crisp apples

US trade court orders tariff refunds

U.S. House agriculture committee advances 2026 farm bill

New baby romaine hearts product launches

Cammack secures disaster declaration for Florida Farmers

Sector | Vegetables

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Ciro Paolillo, Sales Manager of Italian specialist Paolillo

"The real challenge for fennel today is ensuring continuity of supply"
Chena Hot Springs Resort & Fresh Greenhouse harnesses geothermal water

Producing vegetables in Alaska at 40 degrees below zero
Seasonal perishable products weekly update:

Cucumber and tomato prices rise as supplies tighten
Lonigro Group

Fresh pea punnets drive consumption as a snack
Antoine Besnard, Besnard Père & Fils:

Asparagus: when artificial intelligence redefines grading standards

Oxnard fennel plantings coming on earlier than anticipated
Nacho Doménech, CEO of Agromark:

"We foresee a sharp drop in broccoli and cauliflower supply from week 12 to 14"

Sector | Bananas

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

UV-C water disinfection system keeps TR4 and Moko out of banana plantations in the Philippines and beyond

The suspension of routes to the Middle East affects up to 500 containers of Ecuadorian bananas
Cristian Salmon, Dusal:

Ecuadorian bananas rerouted due to Middle East logistics restrictions

Middle East war halts India's banana exports, prices plunge 33%

Jamaica allocates US$0.64 million for banana recovery, warns against imports

Taiwan advances TR4-resistant banana strains

Australia launches research to develop TR4-resistant banana varieties

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Richard Haynes - Elders:

"Tasmania and Western Australia will help fill gaps, but South Australia's recovery is essential"
From the Desk of Chairman Steve Elfering

Outgoing chairman reflects on industry challenges ahead of annual meeting

Maine lawmakers urge USDA relief for blueberry, potato, and apple growers

U.S. potato retail sales reach US$19.9 billion in 2025

Michigan potato industry meets lawmakers at state capitol

U.S. onion exports to Panama halted after tariff quota reached

Canadian potato growers review dry season and U.S. trade outlook

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Exports kick off mid-March amid tight volumes, firm pricing.

"Lighter yields for premium alphonso mangoes in India's Konkan belt”

Taiwanese pineapples move closer to U.S. market access

“Tanzanian avocados flow steadily to India despite Red Sea hiccups”

Amid tensions in the Red Sea, Kenyan exporters pin their hopes on India and China

Indonesia sweetens the deal with durians to boost marriages
TR Turoni technology (Italy)

Assessing fruit quality to enhance revenue

Supply and demand of Mexican papaya increasing

Sector | Company news

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Danny de Mooij, De Mooij Amsterdam:

"Targeted focus on growth, digital optimization, and a strong chain position”

Lipman Family Farms adds to Board of Directors
Leafood targets Baltic retail expansion with cucumber microgreens and redesigned packaging

“We tested multiple varieties to identify those that deliver a clear cucumber taste early in their growth”

Hanseatic Global Terminals announces new leadership for its operations in Europe and Latin America
Growcer launches campaign to fund 100 local food projects and reduce Canada’s dependence on imported greens

“Every dollar raised is matched 3:1, turning $15M into $60M in community food infrastructure”

New Forests continues expansion into ag, with Bundaberg macadamia aquisition

EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin visits Grimmway Produce Group

Sector | Greenhouse

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Ontario greenhouse campaign awarded

Australian growers examine European innovation on AUSVEG 2026 Study Tour

New California-grown cucumber program launches

Little tomato with big flavor featured at Devour Culinary Classic

"India’s hydroponics supply gap demands serious commercial scale"

New organic greenhouse product line unveiled
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"

Sector | Logistics

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Conflict in Iran and logistics with Riccardo Martini, CEO of DCS Tramaco:

"Exports are disrupted, with a $4,500 war tax per container at Red Sea ports"

Strait of Hormuz tensions raise economic risks for Europe
MSC

Solutions for inland cargoes to Iraq via Türkiye

Egyptian exporter calls for empty trucks to be allowed to enter the Egyptian territory

Middle East port update: Friday, March 6
Freightos weekly update

Iran war pushing air rates up and disrupting sea freight
The comment of some operators

Middle East crisis: Longer sea routes and risks for Italian fruit and vegetable exports

Sector | Machinery

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Calderoni launches a solution on which to apply different components

Weeding - more and more space for "precision" mechanics
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

Sector | General fresh produce

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Photo report SEPC Southern Exposure
Dave's Fresh Marketplace, Rhode Island

Fresh produce presentation, diversity, convenience, and quality in American style”

South Africa reports record exports despite challenges

EU–Mercosur fruit and vegetable trade balance tilts strongly toward South America in 2025

Climate change reshapes global fruit and vegetable markets

Brazil increases its watermelon and avocado export supply

Kuwait bans food exports and fixes domestic prices for one month

Sector | Management

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Florida opens US$600 million disaster aid for farmers

USDA launches unified “One Farmer, One File” record system
John Kusters, NFO:

“To be sustainable, we must all make agreements”
Transportation and food workers at the strike forefront

Nationwide strike brings Greece to a standstill on Saturday

Overwhelming turnout at ag wage reform press conference

Panama takes over canal ports, appoints Maersk and MSC

Ohio expands statewide quarantine to contain spotted lanternfly

Sector | Miscellaneous

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

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

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Blocked sea routes and unpredictable additional costs

War in the Middle East: spring export campaign of Italian apples at risk
Johnathon Davey - Melons Australia

Melon losses expected after heavy rains
China dominates with over half the share, importers now eye Southern Hemisphere origins

“Bangladesh's imported apple market has a lot of room for growth”
Enrique Rossi - Budou Farms:

“Pretty much the rain of one year in two days”

"Future of trade with Iran depends entirely on the duration and resolution of the current conflict"

Sterling season buoys stone fruit grower's ambitions

Soft Fruit Market Report 2026 released

Sector | Herbs

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Koppert Cress understands chefs' constant demand for new flavors and surprising products

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"

Sector | Agenda

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Blueberry industry leaders to gather at International Blueberries Lima 2026

IFPA’s Women’s Fresh Perspectives Conference sells out for fourth year

Registration opens for Southeast Asia fresh produce meet up in Bangkok

Berry breeding programs to be presented at joint industry event in March

CPMA 2026 early bird pricing ends this week
Blue Whale Conference - Bruno Bertheloz

"Defending agricultural productivity is a priority for sovereignty"

IFPA opens registration for The Mexico Conference 2026

Sector | Citrus

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Alberto Ramirez, Managing Director of GFUnion:

"Citrus is giving us further opportunities for market and product diversification"

Victorian farm manager wins 2026 citrus emerging leader award

“Demand for limes, in relation to the volumes arriving, remained stable and high”
BGP International

"Shipping costs have also risen sharply, surcharges and discharging goods at closest ports are a wildcard"
Indian imports of Egyptian citrus decreasing daily

"Many big players are holding back their imported stocks for better prices"

“We receive many unexpected inquiries for organic oranges, but prioritize long-term partnerships over spot deals”

"Ongoing tensions in the Middle East have an indirect impact on our season"

Sector | Organic

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Ireland sees growth in organic vegetable sales

U.S. organic produce sales reach $22.7 billion in 2025
Long-term strategy outweighs short-term economics

Dutch sauerkraut producer converts entire cabbage cultivation to organic
Gerard Kenens, VerKen Bio Deli-Vers:

"Earlier start for Natyra due to higher volumes, but you do not leave a good apple unsold"
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"

Sector | Health

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Flavonoid-rich foods associated with happiness in U.S. women

Scientists develop vitamin A-enriched tomato

Apple fiber helps fend off colon cancer and more

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

Sector | IT

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
"ULogs4A is more resistant to humidity and suited for long transits"

Newly launched data logger operates autonomously for up to 300 days without power

"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

Sector | Innovations

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
UAE FoodTech Challenge win

Akorn Technology readies for expansion in Africa and South Asia

Monitoring more than one million citrus trees with the help of AI

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

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Brazilian orange juice inventories rise 75.4% by end of 2025

Brazilian processor installs 30-ton-per-hour frozen potato line
Simon Matthews - AgriCoat NatureSeal

Cost-effective sulphite-free anti-browning dip for peeled, sliced, and diced potatoes

Jordanian NGO grows and exports fresh produce

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

Sector | Cooling

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Cool Control expands to four cold stores with 12,000 pallet spaces in 30 years

"By offering a total package, we have grown with the foreign growers' organisations"

New 3,000-tonne freezing complex to be built in Ak-Suu, Kyrgyzstan

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”

Sector | Food safety

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Update:

Canada recalls macadamia nut products over Salmonella risk

Canada recalls Dan-D nuts in over Salmonella risk

The European Commission updates the MRLs for various pesticides starting this year

“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

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
Flemish start-up Life is Bananas sees strong potential in the Netherlands for fruit snacks

“Freeze-drying creates healthy fruit snacks while preserving flavour and nutritional value”

Middle East shipping disruptions delay almond shipments to the UAE

Shipping rates from U.S. to Middle East spike

Partnership aims to develop U.S. chestnut market

Iranian disruptions and U.S. crop cycle tighten pistachio supply
Cobus van Rensburg, RP Campher - South African Pecan Nut Producers’ Association

South Africa anticipates resumption of European pecan exports this year

California walnut exports to the Middle East have come to a standstill

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

“Bio4Life positioned for international growth as EU compostable label rules take effect”
Jonathan Harf, Cintandina:

"We've developed and are selling compostable labels for fruits"

"Grape export market is undergoing shift toward more sustainable post-harvest solutions"

Edible coating and labelling reduce plastic and extend shelf life
In 2025, Italy's REV Packaging Solutions exported 70 per cent of its total

From Oceania to Europe, mono-material packaging is winning approval

California packaging rules challenge U.S. fresh produce compliance

Top honors handed out at PAC Global Awards

Sector | Retail

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Target plans to open more than 30 new stores in 2026, including its 2,000th location
Amazon invested more than $340bln in the U.S. in 2025

Grocery Outlet is closing 36 underperforming stores
Amazon has launched its Amazon Now service in Brazil

Target expects sales to grow every quarter
Publix Super Markets wrapped up fiscal 2025 with $62.7bln in total sales

ALDI's 1st Maine store
DoorDash exits 4 markets

Flagship Coborn’s Market & Table store to open in Minnesota
H-E-B continues to expand its discount format

Grupo Comercial Chedraui: Fourth quarter 2025 results
Tops Friendly Markets has completed its 50th store remodel

Food Lion Feeds is launching its annual three-week Orange Bag campaign

Sector | Global Market

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PEARS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW GRAPES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ONIONS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW AVOCADOES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW APPLES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BLUEBERRIES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ORANGES

Sector | Climate

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Catastrophic losses in greenhouses and crops in Souss-Massa, Morocco, plastic shortage

Irrigation infrastructure and crops in main agricultural valleys affected by heavy rains in Peru

Weekend blizzard stymies logistics in Northeast

Emergence from drought in Morocco restores growers' confidence
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

Sector | Cartoons

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

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 | Rwanda

↑ Close section ↓ Open section
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

Sector | Trade War

↑ Close section ↓ Open section

Peruvian blueberry exporters have 180 days to claim US$ tariff refunds
Agexport, Guatemala

"Exports to the U.S. continue at 0% tariff after Supreme Court ruling"

Produce industry reacts to Supreme Court tariff ruling

South African agriculture welcomes possible 15% U.S. tariff cut

U.S. farmers divided after Supreme Court overturns Trump tariffs

U.S. Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs, new 15% levy announced
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.