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After a fulfilling career in produce, Ms. Mango announces retirement

Expanded packaging option for avocados combines breathability and brand presence

Reduced acreage likely for 2026 Idaho potato crop

Florida blueberry growers work to bounce back after a chilly winter

U.S. apple storage down four percent over March 2025

21.6% of Canadians eat fruit and vegetables five or more times a day

Viva Fresh announces education session keynote speaker

Mario Ross, NutriFruit Global:

"Our challenge is expanding into non-traditional markets for Costa Rican pineapple"

Vegetable medley corned beef and cabbage kit launches for St. Patrick’s Day

In 2025, Ganfer Foundation helped more than 23,000 people

Sector | Vegetables

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Celebrating 40 years in specialty vegetables

New PEF system targets large-caliber crop processing up to 150 t/h

U.S. court excludes IQF cooked garlic cloves from Chinese garlic duties

China's garlic export market experiences increased volatility

Leafy greens begin transition to Northern growing region

U.S. carrot and sweet corn output rose in 2025, broccoli value dropped

New baby romaine hearts product launches

Sector | Bananas

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

Middle East conflict heightens logistical difficulties for the worldwide banana industry
Alejandro Carandoni, Agrícola Cañas:

"Banana producers who aren't working with the soil's biological components will likely fall behind"

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

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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Sjaak Stroosnijder advises international onion peeling companies with Strooninonpeels

“You can’t escape what’s in your blood"
Wilfried Rombauts (Optimum Sorting) sees changing potato market

"Sorting now goes far beyond visual inspection"

Big Idaho potato truck visited Colorado Springs
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

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Chile researchers test essential oils to control avocado rot

Organic Kent mango supply from Peru begins mid-March
Fabio Zanesco, CEO of the European Consortium Kikokà

“Boosting production and driving expansion in the upcoming season”

Jamaican project plants breadfruit trees to support food security

Senegalese mangoes under scrutiny over fruit flies

"We are expecting strong demand in both Europe and the Middle East"
Competitive pricing

Mexican mango season ramps up as Peru winds down

Sector | Company news

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Combining vertical farms and polyhouses for soft fruit production

"We want to expand quickly and focus on growing"

Yuma agricultural employee housing opens

Karen White joins Grimmway Produce Group

ZIM 2025 revenue falls to US$6.9 billion as freight rates decline

Clean Works appoints Ellise Fallon

CMA CGM revenue declines to US$54.4 billion in 2025
Grønt fra Nord restructuring plan approved by court, company outlines production ramp

“This is a meaningful de-risking milestone"

Sector | Greenhouse

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“It created some extra work, but we ended up with a much better product because of that collaboration”

Integrated design and careful planning: A collaborative path to successful CEA projects
Breedx strengthens global connections around Fruit Logistica

“The market is ready for specialties and innovation, with snack vegetables a major theme during the show”

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"

Sector | Logistics

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Empty container returns from Gulf ports redirected

First next-generation Snow-class reefer vessel delivered for fruit transport fleet
From the new logistics platform to trust in partners:

The evolution of the fruit and vegetable supply chain
Nicolás Lareo, Terramar Logística:

"Uruguay still has unresolved issues regarding logistics services to the United States"

"Saudi Arabia is emerging as the main logistics corridor for GCC countries in wartime"

Strait of Hormuz tensions raise economic risks for Europe

Middle East port update: Friday, March 6

Sector | Machinery

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Robotic hand developed to handle fragile items such as fruit
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

Sector | General fresh produce

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Spanish researchers are developing edible smart inks from citrus waste

US$531 million disaster aid approved for Georgia farmers
Week 10 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Post-holiday demand declines, while Chilean plum prices remain low

Air raid sirens sound, but Cyprus fresh produce sector operates normally

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

Sector | Management

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NFU re-elects Rob Larew as president and Jeff Kippley as vice president

U.S. House agriculture committee advances 2026 farm bill

Cammack secures disaster declaration for Florida Farmers

US trade court orders tariff refunds

Florida opens US$600 million disaster aid for farmers

USDA launches unified “One Farmer, One File” record system
Transportation and food workers at the strike forefront

Nationwide strike brings Greece to a standstill on Saturday

Sector | Miscellaneous

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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

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Claude Coureau, CTIFL

A national day to support the revival of the French pear sector
Rebecca Blackman - WA Farm Direct

Variety mix allows market match for Aussie grape exporter
Profitability report - March 2026:

Apple producers unprofitable while pistachio growers remain profitable

Chinese apple output exceeds 51 million tons with rising exports

Domestic blueberry season starts with reduced early volumes
Rebecca Scurr - Piñata Farms

Consistency key to growth for Queensland berry grower

"India’s new grape varieties set for massive acreage and export ramp-up"

Sector | Herbs

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“Uzbek herbs take on Turkey and Egypt in EU markets”

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

Sector | Agenda

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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

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Fabio Alves - Farm Taste:

"I assist growers with sales in both the UK and Dutch markets"

Georgia citrus growers diversify beyond satsumas

Laser-etched limes introduced to guide slicing for beer bottles

Good quality but tighter crops for Florida Valencias and tangerines

Delayed impact of rainfall on Moroccan citrus fruits

Portugal Algarve agriculture generates US$880 million in 2023

Egyptian orange exports to the Gulf and Asia continue through alternative routes

Sector | Organic

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Luciana Zamora of Zamora Citrus:

"Organic lemon supply falls short of European demand"

U.S. Northwest organic sector grows, but processing capacity lags

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”

Sector | Health

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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

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"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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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California groundwater limits force almond orchard removals

U.S. pecan receipts up 82% in January while shipments drop 35%
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
Cobus van Rensburg, RP Campher - South African Pecan Nut Producers’ Association

South Africa anticipates resumption of European pecan exports this year

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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Clip packaging technology targets fruit and vegetable applications
AVI Global Plast and Smart Packaging Industries collaborate on new packaging design

"Instead of functioning purely as individual packs, the trays form part of a geometric structure"
Adam Chrimes - Natural Branding Australia

Laser spells end for stickers

“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

Sector | Retail

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Natural Grocers® plans to open its first store in the Walla Walla Valley

UNFI views the lack of growth as temporary
Wakefern Food Corp.: Local Produce Supplier Summit on July 15

Kroger's Customer Appreciation Week: All bagged salads - buy one get one free
Lidl US new grocery store in Brooklyn: Fresh local produce

BJ’s is celebrating a strong fourth quarter and record year

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

Sector | Global Market

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Sector | Climate

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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

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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 | Rwanda

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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

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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.