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Australian mangoes available on U.S. West Coast

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Over 8,000 tonnes of fresh produce, picked, packed and delivered in just eight weeks

Australian table grape exports expected to fall to 120,000 MT

Cocaine seized in refrigerated container at Port Botany

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

"Exotic mushroom sales double or triple in the run-up to Christmas"

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

Álvaro Quito, from Asociación Nueva Esperanza:

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

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

Morocco Berry Conference 2025 saw record attendance

"Three major players for African berry market"

Sector | Vegetables

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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"
Three companies open the 2025/26 campaign

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

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

"Growing share of brown mushrooms is a clear sign of a changing product mix"

Sweet peppers from Egypt arriving soon on the European market
Stéphane Boutarin, Association des Producteurs d'Ail de la Drôme

"If the trend towards low prices continues, the French garlic sector will be under threat"

Europe's vegetable and horticultural output worth €71.5 billion in 2023

Sector | Bananas

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Banana disease trials expand across three continents

“Chilling injury shifts sourcing for Indian banana exports”
Danilo Román, Corbana:

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

Rwanda positioning itself to introduce GM bananas in the coming years

Ecuadorian banana exports slightly rebounded in October

India releases new Kaveri Vaaman banana variety

New biocontrol solution addresses TR4 panic in global banana markets

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Vietnam targets 400 000 ha in winter crop plan

N.C. growers to vote on renewing potato assessment program
Tim van Haandel (Mulder Onions): "Early Ramadan may work in our favor"

Onion exports shift down a gear

Higher production for Egyptian spring onions
Potato trader Dirk Bos:

"€1 per 100 kg for ware potatoes as seed potato exports struggle"

Australia calls for input on potato chemical review
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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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

Teruel strengthens its status as the global leader in truffle production

Peruvian growers resume packing after holding out for better mango pricing

"Farmgate prices are up 10-15% this season, driven by strong domestic demand"

NZ avocado exporters face tight market window this season

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

Del Monte Philippines marks 100 years and highlights farmer support

Lufthansa and Swiss units align cargo operations

Girteka Logistics names Pavel Kveten as new CEO

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

December update shows tightening U.S. freight conditions

Red Sea ceasefire shifts pressure onto breakbulk shipping

Drewry Airfreight Price Index climbed 13% from October

Spot container rates increased 6% in last two weeks of November

Rotterdam Port accelerates fruit and vegetable inspections

Smart ports shift to AI and sensor-driven operations

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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Tasmania tests native plant strips for orchard pest control

Australian growers warn of rising pollination pressure

Tasmania distributes 12,000 new seasonal produce guides
Week 48 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Chilean air-freighted cherries arrive in large quantities

Egypt's ag exports increase to 8.5 millions tons

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

U.S. Thanksgiving highlights farm labor pressures

Sector | Management

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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

Victoria Anderson appointed to lead Australia’s agriculture department

CGF appoints Max Koeune as new co-chair

Labor digital card fails to combat undeclared employment in Greek packing houses

Hort Innovation re-elects Bird and Vydra to Board

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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New Pineberry program starts in Florida
Henk Vlaeminck, Van Dijk Foods:

"As Italian quality dips, demand for Peruvian grapes rises"
David Vélez, Plus Berries:

"Despite the phenological delay, we are starting the strawberry harvest with good market forecasts"

"Despite frost and hailstorms, we estimate our yields to be 10 to 20 per cent higher"

Dried strawberries are a feature of the current Egyptian season
Landing costs remain above market prices in India

​​"Iranian apples are difficult to trade in at the moment"
Fernando Rombola - Rombola Family Farms:

"Production for spring has now returned to normal as the weather has turned more favourable"

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

Cherry Australia announces 2026 industry conference in Adelaide

Italy outlines tropical fruit nursery themes for Macfrut 2026

Sector | Citrus

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Strong supply and demand on California lemons

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
Bautista Berriso, El Paruco:

"Argentine mandarins faced estimated losses of 40-50%"

Darjeeling mandarin has officially received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag
Edilson Hernández, Prime Tropics:

"Our finger limes have a high Brix level and a post-harvest life of up to 40 days"

Drones move move up to 30 tons of pomelos per day

Sector | Organic

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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”

California Butte County walnuts lead farm output

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

Coalition urges $50m for farm mental health

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

UF develops AI tool for crop damage detection

Sector | Innovations

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South Africa sees rapid growth in agricultural drone use

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

South Canterbury fruit processor expands factory

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"

New campaign promotes low-sugar fruit juice in Australia

Barker Fruit expands Geraldine factory and updates wastewater plan

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”

Western Australia expands cold storage to protect produce

Bridging global ripening markets with ethylene solutions

"The expansion increased our static coolstore capacity by five million trays"

Sector | Food safety

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Due Diligence Horticulture (DDH) launches Quantum Clear

Using plasma to kill airborne pathogens

Tasmanian growers question new food safety regulations

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

Ozone as a tool for combating diseases in horticultural crops

Canada revises regulations for produce grading and labelling

Australia updates blueberry pesticide testing and residue rules

U.S. recalls fresh cut cantaloupe over Listeria risk

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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

Australia reports 2025 macadamia crop of 43,800 tons
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"

5% expansion in macadamia plantings predicted in Australia

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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Recyclable mango packaging trial launches in Victorian stores

"MAP-packaged kiwis can stay fresh for up to 150 days"
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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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW GARLIC

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANDARINS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW CUCUMBERS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PINEAPPLES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW POTATOES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BANANAS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANGOES

Sector | Climate

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"Seawater desalination is becoming essential in Morocco"

Belgian farmer sues TotalEnergies over climate impacts
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

How growing conditions across the U.S. impacted fresh produce crops this year

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

New Zealand dollar weakens amid China-U.S. trade tensions

Sahrawi growers welcome the new EU-Morocco agreement

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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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