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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW CUCUMBERS

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Produce industry reacts to government operations resuming post shutdown

Mango supply to start increasing

California starts harvest on Meyer lemons

Limoneira sells lemon and orange ranches for US$15m

Cecilia de la Espriella, ProPanama:

"Panama exports with a 10% tariff to the U.S., which makes it a strategic hub for re-export"

Blueberry category developments aim to increase consumption

United States plans lower tariffs on banana imports

U.S. explores pear orchard removals after oversupply

Canadian Agricultural Hall of Fame inducts Oppy chairman

Sector | Vegetables

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Bimi launches its second commercial year in Italy in style

The superfood you can eat whole: A zero-waste vegetable that meets the demands of sustainability and flavour
Labros Pervolarakis on the current Greek cucumber export flow:

“We have to wait in line to sell our cucumbers, but this is normal for this time of the season”
Cora Seeds Open Day in Battipaglia: take a look at the photos!

"Innovating the baby leaf sector by following customer demand"

"Garlic market remains stable during Christmas export season"

Jamaica reports US$192 million crop losses after Hurricane Melissa

Zucchiolo vegetable launched in U.S. market this year
Hepro GmbH presents the latest generation of vertical asparagus peeling machines

New asparagus peeling process sets standards – change has begun

Sector | Bananas

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Ecuador scientists test gene editing for banana Fusarium control
Olman Vargas, Varcli Pinares (Costa Rica):

"The North American market provides more stability and fewer restrictions than Europe"

Russia begins domestic banana cultivation project

Moko disease reduces Ecuador's plantain production by up to 35%, leading to higher prices

Costa Rica and Mexico strengthen phytosanitary measures in preparation for 2026 International Banana Congress
Savana NasseriAkbar, Iranian banana importer

"We had to cut our banana imports by 6% this year"

Banana crisis escalates after TR4 has been confirmed in Ecuador

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Panagiotis Georgoulis, Georgoulis Fruit:

In just one season, we saw a 110% increase in sweet potato sales!”
Robert Doig - Caledonia Potatoes:

"People have to make individual decisions that affect the whole industry"

“Bangladeshi onion importers await government nod before supplies from India can resume”

India sets agenda for potato sector ahead of 2025 summit

Global fresh potato demand shifts toward processed formats

Michigan opens in-state lab for potato disease testing

McCain to acquire Penobscot McCrum processing plant

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Philippines reports rise in Davao durian exporters
Seasonal perishable products weekly update:

U.S. produce markets adjust as avocado prices dip and berry prices rise

New Zealand expands kiwifruit trials in United States

"Tanzania maintains continuity as East Africa's avocado supply tightens"
Gonzalo Gajardo, Subsole:

"Large avocado production and record-high kiwi prices"

Peru expands avocado exports through Callao port

South America takes lead in winter mango supply

Sector | Company news

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Ahmed Sayed - BGP

BGP opens Egyptian office to strengthen global supply
Margit Markvart, CEO of Karlskroona OÜ

"The Estonian fruit and vegetable market is small, but very sensitive to quality and price"

AD Ports Group appoints Jochen Thewes to lead Logistics Cluster
Box4Grow's Greg Payne:

“We design modular grow rooms that can be up and running in under 12 weeks”

Partnership transforms non-donatable food to renewable energy, soil amendment

AD Ports Group posts highest net profit since 2022 listing

NY–NJ freight forwarders and brokers group names Lars Jensen 2026 Person of the Year

Sector | Greenhouse

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Berry Conference Agadir:

Hydroponic cultivation takes off in Morocco
wireless lighting control

APS Produce installs 3 ha of LED

Reduced yields and soft pricing impact greenhouse cucumber category

New locally grown greenhouse products enter Canadian retail market
baby spinach farm is Finland's best greenhouse vegetable producer for 2025

"Fresh spinach was unfamiliar to Finnish consumers, but we succeeded well"
Kyle Barnett, podcast CropTalk, on the gold rush in the CEA industry:

"We've seen $8 billion go up in smoke"

Product innovation in greenhouse tomato and cucumber categories

Sector | Logistics

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World Container Index - 13 Nov:

World Container Index decreased 5% to $1,859 per 40ft container
Natalie King - Vitafresh Produce:

"Vitafresh can step in, assess the condition, and find the right outlet fast"
“Demand for reliable Belgian tomatoes remains strong in winter”

First all-electric truck in Belgium’s horticulture sector arrives at Tomeco

Florida provider of distribution services expands into custom bagging

Egypt’s Suez Canal welcomes largest vessel in two years

Security concerns increase transit time between Agadir and Bamako

Greenhouse grower closes distribution center and opens one in different state

Sector | Machinery

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Vegetable processing and packaging machines offered by Industrial Auctions
Rory Cole – Flowpack:

“The Elifab 2-Lane TrueAI has become the heart of our packhouse”
Calderoni (Italy)

“Keeping orchards healthy through mechanical, not chemical, means"

Vegetable processing machinery goes under the hammer
Amenduni goes to Colombia for the fifth time

"We export Italian technology to the leading continents for avocado oil extraction"

Fruit packaging lines offered by Industrial Auctions
Johann Steinert, Orbem:

“MRI technology for further reducing waste and improving efficiency in avocado”

Sector | General fresh produce

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Kenya targets expanded fresh produce access to U.S. market
Sello Makhubela, Joburg Market:

"Using innovation and technology to prepare Africa’s largest fresh produce market for the future"

Massachusetts orchards raise funds for Jamaican workers after hurricane

Brazil redirects fruit and vegetable exports after U.S. tariffs

U.S. produce groups urge end to school meal import waivers

Investment made in South Korea fruit variety IP sector

Tariffs raise food prices and cut Michigan farm exports

Sector | Management

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24-hour strike took place in the Central Vegetable Market of Thessaloniki

Scandal over illegal agricultural subsidies worth millions shakes Greece

Agriculture in Greece falters despite economic upswing and increased investment

U.S. resumes H-2A processing during federal shutdown

U.S. lawmaker urges Trump team to press Mexico on water treaty

U.S. states sue Agriculture Department over SNAP suspension

China and U.S. move closer to easing trade tariffs

Sector | Miscellaneous

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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

Colombian peso leads currency gains in September
Duwan Jackson – DFM Technologies

Never before has precision irrigation been this critical after below-average Cape rainfall

Sector | Fruit

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Photo report: The Morocco Berry Conference 2025

U.S. apple sector opens applications for 2026 NextGen fellowship

Authorities approve the exceptional use of garlic extract as a nematicide on strawberry trees in Huelva

Valparaiso begins cherry export season with the Cherry Express service

Chile launches new air route to ship cherries to China
Christiaan Koellreuter from Nordgemüse Krogmann GmbH & Co KG.:

"Difficult domestic cranberry season, expected oversupply of Peruvian blueberries did not materialize"

U.S. consumers pay more for flavour-driven tomatoes

Sector | Herbs

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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

Demand for fresh herbs, and new varieties is picking up

United States study details cilantro and parsley costs
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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Focus on KVDS, genetics, and sustainable orchard management

Matera to host 12th International Symposium on Kiwifruit

Poland prepares for major 2026 fruit and vegetable technology fair

University of California selects six ag tech firms for California citrus field demos
Photo report WUWM 2025

"Despite challenges, wholesale markets still hold vast opportunities"

Registration opens for 2026 B2B produce meetings in Italy

FIRA USA highlights rise of automation in specialty crop farming
'Futura srl' presents its new date sorting technology at Gulfood Manufacturing

"20% more Italian companies present in Dubai"

Sector | Citrus

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German BLE week 45

'Uneven prices for small citrus fruits'

Delayed harvest for Portuguese citrus season

Moroccan lemon exports to the UK reach record level

Fragrant Japanese citrus: The first yuzu ripens in Sicily

Over 300 experts and producers participate in the 2025 Citrus Forum

Rains raise quality concerns on Mexican limes

Georgia hail damages citrus ahead of freeze

Sector | Organic

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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

Championing the multi-generation family farm
Suriname special - part 11:

“Indigenous and tribal pineapple growers in Suriname turn tradition into a commercial export venture”

Chiquita promoting a pilot project to produce organic bananas in Sicily

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

New IFPA campaign spotlights produce as nature’s original prescription

Flavonoids linked to healthier aging

Norfolk Healthy Produce partners with All Aussie Farmers to bring The Purple Tomato

Sector | IT

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“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

AI center groundbreaking in Florida

U.S. food sector strengthens cybersecurity collaboration

UF develops AI tool for crop damage detection

Moroccan farm management software attracts international growers

Sector | Innovations

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Fresh Del Monte launches robot that interacts with shoppers

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
Expanding affordable vertical farming systems across Southern Africa

Kalliergo unveils Next Gen GeoTowers and Hydra system

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Rebrand of Roastables line

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"

IFPA calls for definition of ultra-processed foods that protects fresh produce

New Cooking with Spinach product introduced

Citrocide Fresh-Cut technology unveiled at Kronen Customer Day

Little Gems salad kits launch

Sector | Cooling

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“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”

Bridging global ripening markets with ethylene solutions

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

The rise of electric trailers

Busy months between innovative projects and global markets

Sector | Food safety

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

Ozone as a tool for combating diseases in horticultural crops

Pacific recalls Italian parsley over Salmonella risk

Canada revises regulations for produce grading and labelling

U.S. warns on spinach-linked listeria in meal kits

Canada recalls green pistachios in Ontario over Salmonella risk

U.S. recalls fresh cut cantaloupe over Listeria risk

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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Positive outlook for California walnuts after a few challenging years
Convicinum

Sicilian almonds meet gourmet demand

Chile's dried plum production is projected to grow by 20% from 2025 to 2030
Nut production is expected to rebound in the 2025/2026 season

Spain forecasts record-breaking almond in-shell production

Almonds worth US$2.6 billion lead Central California produce

A look back at California walnut industry harvest tour

Australian almond crop totals 155,697 tons in 2025

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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"Plastic packaging still performs well due to the transparency of the packaging"

Reusable packaging strategy shows five-year progress
expoSE 2025: HK-Pack exhibits for the first time together with its new sister company, Gernet Print GmbH

"Bag refinement as the ideal addition to our existing range"

Study finds reusable produce packaging has lower impact
An investment of over $110 million

Saica Group launches construction of second corrugated cardboard plant in the U.S.

IFCO expands logistics network for growers in Southern Italy

"Plastic packaging simply holds aesthetic value to the product on the shelf"

Sector | Retail

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Ahold Delhaize USA rolls out digital platform across banners

Loblaw Companies reports strong Q3 revenue growth

Young shoppers turn to AI to save on Thanksgiving groceries

Grocery delivery growth buoys Instacart's earnings

Whole Foods debuts in-store MFC with conventional grocery items
Kroger's Freshgiving meal: Sweet corn, baby carrots, Sweet Jewel Yams and Idaho potatoes

Food City has acquired three Winn-Dixie stores in Alabama
Good & Gather Russet Potatoes in Target's under-$20 Thanksgiving meal

Amazon: Whole Foods Market debuts new ‘store within a store’ experience

Sector | Global Market

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Sector | Climate

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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

Storm of the century nears 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

Recent weather could have triggered rain market on Mexican limes

Sector | Trade War

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Border Trade Alliance prepares for first formal review of USMCA

China and U.S. reach trade consensus after Xi-Trump meeting

U.S. Senate votes to overturn Trump tariffs on Brazil

Tariffs could force Mexican shift to precision agriculture

The U.S. might impose new tariffs on Colombia

Maersk reroutes TP7 vessels after China enforces port fees

South Africa and U.S. move toward new tariff deal

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