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First batch of Vietnamese passion fruit exported to Australia

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BerryQuest International 2025:

BQI25 welcomes Rachael Robertson as keynote speaker

Donated Kiwifruit provides nutritional boost for New Zealanders in need

Carl van de Wiel, Agro Centre Holland:

"There is a constant search for a balance between the red and yellow onions"

DG agri dashboard: apples

Drop in EU apple exports compared to 2023/2024

Vietnam imports 24% more fruit and vegetables from China

Photo report of busy Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta

Will California grapes ship until Thanksgiving?

Moldova series - part 11

“Our dream is to build a cooperative model similar to BelOrta”

STC Food Solutions installs new line for Uienschilbedrijf Ongena

"These investments allow us to compete in new markets"

Sector | Vegetables

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Spain led world lettuce exports in 2023

Horticulture a key driver for future agricultural development

Gamers now raiding veggie patches instead of loot boxes in '#ModTheVeg' campaign"

South Korea faces soaring napa cabbage prices ahead of kimchi-making season

New mushroom farm in North America to build on automated technology

Welsh initiative aims to boost local vegetable use in schools to 10% by 2028

Nigeria tackles ginger blight with N1.6bn intervention

Sector | Bananas

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Colombia exported nearly 900,000 tons of bananas last year

The first fresh bananas from Laos arrived in Beijing via China-Laos Railway

To capitalize on the extra value of Cretan bananas, immediate deliveries are needed

Côte d'Ivoire's banana industry commits to living wages in landmark agreement

Australian bananas introduce 'banana gym pass' for free access to 350 gyms on National Banana Day

"The supply of bananas has increased, prompting a downward change in the market"
Weekly banana price report

UK banana prices remain stable compared to previous week

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Kandahar exports over 9,500 tons of onions to India and Pakistan

India launches Kanda Express to deliver 1,600 metric tons of onions

Onion market sees variability in demand and supply across the U.S.

30% increase in volumes and low demand in Europe cause Spanish onion prices to plummet

Ukrainian onion prices surge amid high demand and limited supply

Zakarpattia's potato crisis: weather and pests threaten harvest
25 years of Integrow

"We predict less volume from New Zealand, yields will be of smaller sized onions"

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Cecilia Taboada, from Blasco Fruit:

"The tomato kaki is a unique product that differentiates us from most competitors"

Thailand's fruit season ends on a high

First Vietnamese passion fruit shipped to Australia

Antalya to become a brand in tropical fruit production

Avocado sales surge in Myanmar with Shan State leading production

Pérola's acerola farmers seek geographical indication for enhanced recognition
Thanasis Eythymiou, Pyrgetos Kiwi:

"There are fewer kiwis of caliber bigger than 30 this season"

Sector | Company news

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Upgrades enhance Air Canada Cargo's hub in London

Fresh Forward Strawberry Club launched

Harim group eyes new bid for HMM amid privatization efforts

Country Crest and Tesco Ireland secure €100 million contract extension for fresh produce supply

Janssen PMP and Coolsan announce international agreement

Seeka lifts forecast for full year earnings guidance

Lamb Weston achieves full ownership of Argentine subsidiary, enhancing presence in Latin America

Sector | Greenhouse

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BASF I Nunhems develops hydroponic lettuce through data-driven cultivation

Heavier heads of butter lettuce and more new leaf types

Unbeleafable salad coming to Co-op
Photo report: A visit to Emirates Bustanica

"We stick to manual processes to maintain flexibility"

Greenhouse grown bell peppers from Colombia take volatility out of the market

Launch of new greenhouse grown veggies and a sustainable packaging option
Return to Madrid fair for Retilplast

Foreign companies have shown interest in semi-flexible roof structures
Enza Discovery Field Days in Twisk, Enkhuizen and Voorst

Future-proof methods for lettuce cultivation

Sector | Logistics

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CBP seizes 646 pounds of meth in green onion shipment

Drewry’s World Container Index decreased 4% to $3,216 per 40ft container this week.

Panama Canal transits drop 29.3% due to severe drought in fiscal year 2024

Global reefer container crunch intensifies amid surging Latin American exports

South Africa aims to boost agricultural exports at BRICS summit in Russia

VFF urges more funding for Victoria's 'crumbling' regional roads
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Impediment to Durban port privatization a “tragedy” for fruit industry, says citrus CEO

Sector | Machinery

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VR launches Spirit 9200i harvester

QualityGrader, expanding global reach and technological capabilities

OTA partners complete onion processing plant in the U.S.
PND - Fruit Processing Machinery

It's fresh-cut butternut squash time
Haith Group -

New mobile box filler on display at Interpom
Sorma Group -

New food grading solutions launched in Madrid

Weighing and packing line solutions for companies in the fruit and vegetable sector

Sector | General fresh produce

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Rwanda Agricultural Biotechnology Program aims to enhance crop productivity
Week 41 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

More imported pineapples, durian prices increase

UK food security threatened by Brexit, climate, and cost crisis
Farming for the Future

Woolworths introduces farmers to “the wonderful world of biological and organic inputs”

Azerbaijan's fruit and vegetable imports rise as exports fall

Heavy rainfall damages crops across 45,000 hectares in Nashik

NLC boosts Pakistan's agricultural exports to Central Asia and beyond

Sector | Management

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Australia's horticulture sector faces labor challenges amid policy overhaul
Joan Manuel Barrera, PromPerú consultant in Spain:

"We help Peruvian companies that want to export to Spain find the right buyers"

New Zealand balances supply chain efficiency and sustainability amid global disruptions

UK government rejects separate immigration visa system for Scotland

The expansion of Greek fruit exports requires the modernization of exporters' insurance policy

Urgent request for seasonal worker scheme clarity in the UK

IFPA ANZ searches for new managing director as association enters growth era

Sector | Miscellaneous

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Minister John Steenhuisen to fresh produce industry:

“We can achieve great things together”

Sauna treatment in fight against cyclamen mite

In the gene-editing race, the EU lags behind other Western powers

Brighter Bites participates in Halliburton golf tournament

Study shows pesticides go beyond fruit skins
"The agreement between Antolin and PersiSkin is a dynamizing factor for the kaki sector"

persiSKIN AUTO, a new leather made from kaki waste for interior coverings in the automotive sector
Perry van der Meer active as inspector for 40 years

"The inspector of the past is the quality advisor of today"

Sector | Fruit

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Portuguese pear production at 50% of maximum potential

"For the export of pears, Spain, France and Germany are our big bets this season”

Afghanistan exports 442 tonnes melons and watermelons despite challenges

EU peach and nectarine production hits 3.6 million tons

1.2 million EUR funding boost for sustainable raspberry production in the UK

Australia launches apple & pear industry's professional development initiative

Less apple volumes from Iran this season
Soluna™ Apples

"Export is going really well with the volume in each market growing with increased marketing"

Sector | Herbs

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Kruiden Claus sees upward trend in unknown herbs

"People need to familiarize with the wide array of herbs available"
Anthony De Ieso - Thorndon Park Produce

"This year has been very favourable; coriander is a quick turnaround from seed to harvest"

Drought lowers the quality of Moroccan wild-grown rosemary

South Korea and U.S. reach agreement on Korean ginseng and Texas grapefruit exports

Meal boxes: a stepping stone to increased herb consumption

"Hydroponics is our main business"
Micro's Unilight:

"Our next target market will be sandwich stores and exporters"

Sector | Agenda

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Food Freshly:

Successful event with new projects and international growth
It registered 117,370 visitors from 145 countries

Fruit Attraction 2024 achieves record figures with a 13% increase in trade visitors

Photo Report: Fruit Attraction 2024
Rijk Zwaan Ibérica

Orange Sunglow watermelon wins Fruit Attraction Innovation Award
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International business meetings with retailers in Italy, third edition

FEDEMCO receives thumbs up for sustainability at Fruit Attraction

Rainy day at second day of Fruit Attraction

Sector | Citrus

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Orange juice prices strengthened due to Hurricane Milton
Eduardo Eraso, from Asaja Córdoba:

"We expect high orange juice prices to give a push to fresh fruit prices"
"We are exploring products that cater to varying market needs"

"Weather impact significantly reducing this season's yields of Linhai mandarin oranges in Taizhou"

How the Red Sea crisis quickly changed the fate of the citrus season in Egypt

Ban on South African citrus and vegetables by Namibia and Botswana sparks debate

Brazil's orange juice production faces challenges despite early harvest pace
Mahmoud Abozaid - BGP International

"This year, we’re better informed and more experienced in serving these markets"

Sector | Organic

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Paul Marais – SOGA Organic

Europe’s orange protocol causes “enormous destruction of value”

Lion Farms presents an extensive range of organic mushrooms in Florida

Organic seedless grapes: production growth in Italy and in the world
Melissa Sampayo, manager of Bioma Colombia

Bioma Colombia: innovation in regenerative agriculture with organic lulo
Paul Davidson, Commercial Director of Sol Ogánica, Nicaragua

Push for ROC-certified organic products

Canada's certified organic fruit and vegetable production declined in 2023
Bioplus Srl

A good moment for organic table grapes

Sector | Health

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City Harvest -

"Today, there are twice as many food banks in Great Britain than there are McDonald's outlets."

UK toddlers' diets dominated by ultra-processed foods, study finds
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US: Could a compound in chilis lower blood sugar levels?
Sanlucar and football club VFB Stuttgart -

New fresh produce campaign support various social projects in Germany and South Africa

Five seasonal fruits aiding in blood pressure control

Link between fruit and vegetable intake and reduced frailty risk in adults

Consuming four servings of cruciferous vegetables daily could aid in reducing blood pressure

Sector | IT

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Elad Mardix, CEO of Clarifruit:

"We're creating one, standardized language to evaluate quality across entire fresh produce value chain.”
Orus Logistics

"With just one click, both exporters and their customers can know where their goods are at all times"

Odlarlaget takes on imported vegetables in Sweden with the help of AI

Apple-picking robot in action
GoMicro - AI Quality Assessment

"Allowing farmers and harvesters to convert what they have got into digitally tradeable goods will be a game changer"

Citrosol presents its CATsystem at Fruit Attraction

Quality inspection app now available on smartphones

Sector | Innovations

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Taiwan's satellite tech fights banana fungus in Guatemala and Belize

Australian vegetable growers to explore global AgTech innovations in California tour

Nairobi trade fair highlights climate-smart OFSP innovations

AI revolutionizing agriculture: enhancing efficiency and sustainability

Dell and Moyo launch AI-powered drone to combat crop diseases in South Africa

New Zealand's nitrogen efficiency booster gains traction in China

New robot avocado line adds automation to avocado processing

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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A new canning factory opens in Kyrgyzstan with an investment

Indian fruit exporter adds easy coconut to its offering
Daniel Rohrseitz from Rohrseitz GmbH in Frankfurt:

"Increasing demand for hand-cut fruit"
Pushing Australian produce off the shelves

Exploring the rise of 'phantom brands' in Australia's frozen pea market

Simplot's Quoiba factory plans 30% production boost

"We anticipate strong demand for pomegranate arils"

European fruit processors says lack of spring impacts 2024 summer crops

Sector | Cooling

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"Self-charging electric refrigeration trailer system cuts emissions by 90%"

Kashmiri apple producers resort to cold storage in response to weak demand

Expansion of temperature-controlled logistics in Chile

Emergent Cold LatAm boosts colombia's cold storage capabilities with expansion
FOOD freshly -

Nature-based shelf-life solutions to be showcased in Madrid

Odisha extends subsidy on power tariff for cold stores

Cold storage fees for apples lowered in Kashmir amid production dip and rising competition

Sector | Food safety

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95% of air samples free from detectable pesticides

Central American countries warned about locust outbreaks threatening crops
APHIS' role in enhancing SPS regulations and food security

Strengthening agricultural practices and trade in Africa

APHIS seeks public input on citrus import risk from Botswana

Recall alert: Jacks and the Green Sprouts alfalfa products linked to listeria risk

Outbreak of Salmonella umbilo linked to Italian rocket affects multiple countries

Harmful chemicals found in Albanian peppers

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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France Pistache union and Pistache en Provence

Launch of French collective brand "Pistaches de France"

Macadamia growers want more control on exports

Colliers announces sale of two macadamia orchards in Australia's Bundaberg region
Annabel Robert, Coopenoix

"We want to diversify in order to support our walnut growers"

Food company unveils coconut trail mixes and artichoke hearts at global show

Australian macadamia industry continues its streak in the latest National Residue Survey
Nathalie Gaillard, CING

A 4th variety in the specifications for the Grenoble walnut PDO?

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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Marco Brenna (G. Mondini) on TRAVE Fresh

"An innovative tray sealer made for the fruit and vegetable industry"

Mountain Blue launches plastic-free blueberry packaging trial

Vertical packaging machine with modular design unveiled

Launching kids' packaging for apples with sustainable message

Opportunities in the European market for sustainable packaging

Companies launch industry-first sustainable packaging for frozen potatoes made from bio-renewable feedstock
Fruit Attraction 2024

Revolutionizing fresh food logistics with launch of ultra-light, smart-tracking Nestor pallet

Sector | Retail

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Dreamstime
Lulu Retail kicked off one of UAE's largest IPOs this year

Consum has acquired nine supermarkets
Dreamstime
Aldi has opened a new store, featuring its new concept

Shwapno has decided to purchase vegetables directly from farmers
Dreamstime
METRO celebrates 60th anniversary

Lidl Denmark: VAT reduction increases sales of fruit and vegetables significantly
Dreamstime
Just Eat Takeaway missed expectations for Q3 gross transaction value

Morrisons expands Uber Eats partnership, adding more than 400 supermarkets to platform
Dreamstime
Gujarat’s first cooperative supermarket opened in Ahmedabad

Spencer’s Retail exclusively offering Pluckk’s premium produce
Dreamstime
SPAR Croatia opened its new logistics centre

Sainsbury’s Lab store in Cobham offers more fruit and vegetables
Dreamstime
The biggest shareholder in Sainsbury's cuts holding

Asda: Munchkin Pumpkin now on offer for 49p

Sector | Global Market

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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW STRAWBERRIES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW LIMES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW SWEET POTATOES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ORANGES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PINEAPPLES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ONIONS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW BANANAS

Sector | Climate

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Water shortage in Piura threatens 50,000 hectares

Alico reports minimal tree damage from Hurricane Milton, ensures rapid recovery

Hurricane Milton causes up to $2.5 billion in damages to Florida agriculture

Hurricanes impact US and Mexico agriculture, disrupting food supply chain

Climate change threatens orange production in Maharashtra's Vidarbha region

Impact of the northeast monsoon on vegetable prices in Malaysia

Florida’s main citrus region saw some of the strongest winds during Hurricane Milton

Sector | Cartoons

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Mushroom pickers discover WWII ammunition
AI

Research confirms mayonnaise helps ease vegetable consumption for the elderly
AI

Farmworker pursues musical dreams through Agri's Got Talent
AI

Texas park faces prickly pear cacti vandalism

Affordable lime hack for removing mattress stains

Vegetable-themed buns at swish rolls bakery in Singapore
Real Juice Company

Citrus sculptures for Spring Fest 2024