Strong demand for California avocados due to lower supply from Mexico

Tomato pricing continues to strengthen this week

The demand for tomatoes right now is outweighing the supply of them. "The tomato supply has been very short," says Roger Riehm of Blue Creek Produce.…

Strong demand for California avocados due to lower supply from Mexico

California's avocado harvest is in full swing, and the state is expecting a bumper crop this year. Harvest kicked off in the San Diego region in the…

From billion-dollar backing to bankruptcy: Plenty restructures for a leaner, focused future

Plenty Unlimited Inc., the US vertical farming startup backed by nearly a billion dollars in venture funding, recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy…

Calls for aggressive pricing amid plentiful strawberry crop ahead

There is no shortage of strawberries at the moment between several growing regions, including Florida, central Mexico, and California. "They've been…

"We want to use our experience to get later fruit, big sizes, as well as great-tasting cherries"

Australian company Sai World has started a new venture in British Columbia, Canada. Nature's Connection, a partnership with a Canadian grower of 20…

Global reach expands with five new Autumncrisp marketers

Sun World has added five produce companies from Italy to its roster of authorized marketers, marking further expansion of the Autumncrisp® grape…

From pharmacy to farmacy: giving food and healthcare systems a fresh start

While modern medicine has made incredible leaps and bounds with respect to pharmaceuticals and clinical treatments, recent years have also seen a rise…

New partnership formed in melons

Legend Produce has formed a partnership with Kiss Melons, a specialty melon brand. Effective immediately, Kiss Melons will join the Legend Produce family, uniting two…

Fruit Attraction São Paulo kicks off with larger edition and more international presence

The official inauguration of the Brazilian edition of Fruit Attraction was held on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, in the city of São Paulo. The event,…

GreenTech Americas is on:

"It is important for us to be part of initiatives focused on growing the industry"

GreenTech Americas is on! The Meixcan greenhouse exhibition features 230 exhibitors, the majority of which are technical suppliers. However, there are…

The National Retail Report - Alaska Retail

Produce ads up 1% with key price changes

Total ad numbers this week were 301,638, a 1% increase from last week's total of 297,181. The total for the same week last year was 13% lower at…

Georgia ports set container record as Savannah plans capacity boost

In February, the Georgia Ports Authority (GPA) handled 479,850 twenty-foot equivalent container units (TEUs), marking a 6% increase over the same month…

March 25-27, 2025

Expanding and strengthening partnerships at Fruit Attraction São Paulo

Termotécnica will be present at Fruit Attraction São Paulo 2025, March 25 to 27 at São Paulo Expo, São Paulo State, Brazil. The company will showcase…

Michigan farmers face rising costs, tariffs, and funding gaps

Jim May, a fourth-generation farm owner in Sparta, Michigan, equates his profession to a daily gamble. As planting season nears, May faces typical challenges…

California supports Florida orange juice supply amid challenges

Florida's citrus sector faces ongoing hurdles, including disease and weather disruptions. To address these challenges, industry stakeholders are increasingly…

Canadian cherry growers expect better crop after tough season

Orchardists in Canada are observing improved conditions for cherry crops this spring compared to last year. At Kalwood Farms, Roger Bailey notes better bud…

GreenOnyx to U.S. market with convenient fresh vegetable

“Our product is easier than yogurt, and healthier than kale"

"We've built a strong foundation, validated our technology, and proven the demand. Scaling into the U.S. market isn't just an opportunity; it's a…

Bloom Fresh appoints new general manager for Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia

Global fruit-breeding company BLOOM FRESH is delighted to announce the appointment of Campbell Banfield as its new General Manager Australia, New…

TVA Organics uses Ellips True AI technology to sort onions

TVA Organics has had an eventful year. There was adversity – the fire in two storage sheds and the office last summer is still fresh in this Dutch…

HDG Survey Group, Bas Lok:

“Correct data collection is crucial to predictive AI applications’ value”

The HDG Survey Group expects artificial intelligence (AI) to play a considerable role in quality control. Many users, though, are not ready to take…

The Carota Novella di Ispica PGI consortium calls for more checks on importers

Press tour to get to know Sicilian branded carrots

Promotion and protection are the main tasks of PGI Consortia, which, through European recognition, promote products with a unique story and…

Rene Bouman, Fruit Market International:

"Lime market has been very challenging in recent months"

"The lime market has been very challenging over the past two months," says Rene Bouman of Fruit Market International (FMI). "Excessive volumes from…

Whereas in Brussels Macfrut was presented to the European buyers

Experts from around the world meet to study the potato supply chain

The focus of the next edition of Macfrut (Rimini, 6-8 May 2025) will be on the potato, from production to marketing, with an international symposium…

In Sicily

Late Tarocco from Sicily arrives a month earlier

"The trend described last month of lower consumption of citrus fruit compared to previous years is confirmed, probably due to the reduced purchasing…

Brazil’s Pecem Port plans new berth dedicated to fruit container handling

The offshore port of Pecem, located in the northwest of Brazil, has experienced remarkable growth in recent years. Its proximity to Europe and the…

Volmary GmbH on the domestic cultivation of peanuts:

"We have now also achieved good results in organic cultivation"

In the context of climate change, the cultivation of various nuts, including peanuts, is also receiving increasing attention. To further promote…

Walid Tarsim from Tarsim Handelsgesellschaft mbH in Lübeck:

"Extreme rainfall has severely affected Tunisian date yields"

Exceptional rainfall during the growing season has severely affected last year's date yields in the important growing country of Tunisia. "There was…

Different growers use different strategies to combat frost - Anthony Oboussier

"I chose not to protect my peach trees in full bloom from frost"

With the start of spring, French orchards are covered in white and pink colors, and the trees are adorned with thousands of flowers. A feast for the…

David Besnard, ABCD de l'Exotique

"Being a lime importer is not the most enviable position at the moment"

At the moment, the majority of limes on the French market come from Brazil, France's biggest importer. "We also find limes from Panama and Mexico,…

Marita Rossouw – Sonlia Marketing

High demand for South African pomegranates

The Western Cape's pomegranate harvest has commenced, and early indications promise good volumes and high quality."The first of the early varieties…

Chris Rose - Asplins Producer Organisation

"The scheme has been extremely effective in helping grow the soft fruit sector over the years"

Defra has announced that it will not extend the Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme, and the government has not stated if there will be any scheme to…

Ethiopian avocado exports "almost non-existent"

Despite relatively high production, Ethiopian avocado exports are struggling to take off, with only a handful of exporters serving mainly neighboring…

Ivorian 2025 mango season starting soon

Ivorian mango growers and exporters are gearing up for the imminent launch of the 2025 season. Preparations are going well, with prospects of strong…

Athanasios Pisalidis, Jingold Greece:

"There is a lot of doom-mongering, but it’s too early for reliable assessments of kiwi damage"

Calmness, patience, optimism, and avoiding hasty assessments are advised by the Technical Director of Jingold Greece, Mr. Athanasios Pisalidis,…

High Turkish demand for Fuerte avocados from Kenya

The Kenyan avocado season is shaped by the dynamics in the Red Sea. The crisis, oscillating between calm and intensity, is changing the demand map for…

Oversupply of Tanzanian avocados leads to price crash in India

“Box of avocados is selling for as low as $4 to $5, oversupply situation will only worsen”

The Indian avocado market, which has witnessed steady growth in the past four years, is currently facing a major challenge due to a surge in imports,…

Understanding costs and prices in global value chains

Fresh produce value chain explained

Fruits and vegetables continue to offer exceptional value to consumers, both economically and nutritionally. Despite global food inflation, price…

Macadamia forecast dips after cyclone damage

the Australian Macadamia Society (AMS) confirmed on 26 March that the macadamia crop forecast has been adjusted following the impact of ex-Tropical Cyclone…

Southern Hemisphere apple exports increased by 9.1% in 2024

According to iQonsulting's 2025 International Apple Market Yearbook, in 2024, global fresh apple exports increased by 0.2%, reaching 7.5 million tons. This…

Vietnam coconut prices double as exports rise and supply drops

In Ho Chi Minh City and the southern provinces, coconut consumption has increased during the hot season. Despite higher retail prices, warehouse owners are…

Dragon Fruit gains popularity for antioxidant and fiber benefits

A tropical fruit, priced around $3.75, is gaining traction for its potential health benefits. Known for its vibrant pink or yellow skin with green scales, the…

Almaty to host 15th International Greenhouses & Flowers Exhibition

The 15th International Greenhouses & Flowers Exhibition will take place from April 1 to 3, 2025, at the Atakent Exhibition Center in Almaty. This major event…