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Week 51 Fruit Wholesale Market Report

Cherry price drop boosts sales while Chilean nectarines hit the market

Bringing ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes to southeast Europe

Breedx shows their tomato breeding strategy in Israeli greenhouse Open Day

“The 'wow' responses when eating our crunchy varieties were enough”

Japan’s Aomori apple growers turn to peaches amid rising temperatures

Israel and Azerbaijan investigate forged certificates in tomato imports

USDA report

Pistachio demand steadily rising in China

Uzbekistan imports 1.1M tons of mandarins in 2025

Türkiye intensifys control efforts against the brown marmorated stink bug

Pakistan’s kinno exports continue to fall short due to regional tensions

Gap between old and new potatoes has narrowed, creating low prices

Sector | Vegetables

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Ethiopia urged to develop Horticulture Resource Atlas to unlock sector growth

"Strong demand for iceberg lettuce has started to emerge from European countries"

Health benefits and storage capabilities result in steady growth of parsnip consumption
Ben Meadows - Harvest Moon:

“We’re excited to launch our new export punnet"

Philippines expects stable highland vegetable supply through year end
Maraldi Sementi Open Day (Italy)

Italian innovation for the baby leaf sector

Vietnam chilli prices spark watchtowers in Thanh Hoa

Sector | Bananas

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Fusarium TR4 phytosanitary alert in Ecuador triggers emergency protocols in the banana sector

Ecuador remains Uzbekistan’s primary supplier of bananas

Magdalena producers ask for actual costs of Colombian bananas to be acknowledged

Imported fruit prices rise in Herat after Pakistan border closures

Banana farmland acquisition supports renewal in North Queensland

Costa Rica assesses progress in developing disease-resistant bananas

Rayalaseema banana prices recover after northern shipments

Sector | Potatoes and Onions

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US and Canadian potato estimates slightly down on last year
Lower Rhine:

"Despite delayed planting, our sweet potatoes have grown well"

Kyrgyzstan’s potato imports surge in 2025, China remains key supplier

Bangladesh seed potato project cost rises to US$93 million

Fresh sweet potato consumption in Spain has increased from 4 to 6 kg per person annually

Indian potato growers face price pressure from surplus stocks

Winter onions in Ukraine show profitability and export potential

Sector | Exotic/Tropical fruit & vegetables

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Peru Special (last installment): Joya Fruits

Disintermediation in the Sierra: The commitment to buy directly from producers

Update on supply challenges that affect the pineapple industry

Export to China played key role in reducing reliance on limited number of markets for Rwandan exporters

Kenya send first consignment of apple mangoes to UK

Uzbekistan’s pomegranates sold in Japanese Costco stores

Vietnam’s fruit and vegetable exports increase, driven by Chinese demand

Import persimmon season from Spain kicks off

Sector | Company news

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After UNICEF StartUp Lab, Ghana's Verte Tower sharpens its model

“Technology should support farmers, not create barriers to adoption”
Operations and supply to continue, further details undisclosed

"An existing stakeholder has agreed to provide funding to AeroFarms"
Viscon Group, Division Q and Koppert Cress

New partnership for post-harvest automation

Monoprix returns to Lebanon

Noatum Ports signs MoU with Al Dahra Agriculture to advance Egypt’s logistics capabilities
Mike Smith - Lamb Weston

“Our performance this quarter reflects the positive momentum we are building across the business"

Mission Produce posts US$1.39 billion full-year revenue

Sector | Greenhouse

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Enza Zaden lettuce trial in Leamington:

"Glimpse of performance in real-world conditions for Canadian and U.S. growers"

U.S. tomato growers rise to opportunity
Anna Wize, Under Cover conference:

"Dynamic changes in the production of vegetables under cover – both in Poland and throughout Europe"

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”

Sector | Logistics

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World Container Index - 18 Dec:

World Container Index increased 12% to $2,182 per 40ft container

Long-term synthetic SAF offtake agreed to support aviation sustainability
Digital Container Shipping Association

DCSA pilot advances digital standards in container shipping

End of the Red Sea crisis?
Intra-Asia Container Index - 15 Dec:

Intra-Asia container index rises 6% to US$709 per 40ft container

Kazakhstan implements measures to stabilize vegetable supply

Global air cargo demand rises 4.1 percent in October 2025

Sector | Machinery

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James Buchanan- CR Automation

"The D-Nest machine is specifically designed to load fibre trays onto conveyors for packing produce"
Crate washing automation supports hygiene standards

Crate washer design focuses on reliability in harsh field conditions
Advanced sorting systems raise food safety and quality benchmarks worldwide

Modular sorting technology integrates seamlessly into existing potato lines
Six online auctions from 18 December to 15 January

Troostwijk Auctions auctions industrial assets of bankrupt potato processor CêlaVíta

New optical sorter targets leafy greens processing
A new generation of pineapple processing machines

Peeling back the future of pineapple processing
New SmartBOX DC: Energy autonomy and integrated control

A cabinet designed for those with no electricity available in the field

Sector | General fresh produce

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Sharp decline in Turkish fresh fruit and vegetable exports

Vietnamese fruit and vegetable exports to China reach US$4.98 billion

India–Oman CEPA opens zero-duty access for fruit and vegetables

Uzbekistan discusses agricultural product exports with major U.S. retailer Costco

Record South African fruit exports approach the 5-million-ton mark

Brazil’s Piauí expands fruit and vegetable output with irrigation

Consumer produce trends look to be unifying globally

Sector | Management

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New Zealand's topfruit and kiwifruit sectors welcome India free trade agreement

UK Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme closed indefinitely
Government insists on not responding to farmers’ red lines

Now underway: Greece at a standstill. All roads blocked until 7pm

Greater Shepparton to host trade stand in Hong Kong in 2026

Indefinite and prolonged blockades of all Greek customs points underway

European Commission wants to accelerate the approval of biocontrol

Cambodia border tensions pressure food prices

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

Kazakhstan faces growing shortage of agricultural specialists
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”

Sector | Fruit

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Indian blueberry market picking up momentum
El Pinar buys Greece strawberry grower

"Our goal is to build well-organized projects from the origin"
Flavor-led pear variety builds positive consumer response

Dutch growers explore potential of Abate Fetel pears

Robust return to exports for East Coast apples
Market is less tolerant of variability

Very limited volumes of Moroccan blueberries entering the U.S.

WA Farm Direct launch Australian-Grown Ondine flat stone fruit in China

Greenhouse black mulberries from Mersin on high demand in Dubai, Qatar, and Iraq

Sector | Herbs

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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
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

Sector | Agenda

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Tuttofood 2026 to expand fruit and vegetable area
“Spotlights India as sourcing hub and premium import market”

Fresh India Show 2026 dates announced

Photo report: Food Africa 2025
Fruit Business Conference:

Moldovan producers' solutions for modern orchards and access to foreign markets

The Mauritanian pavilion makes its first appearance at Food Africa

More focus on fresh produce at the 10th edition of Food Africa

Fruit Attraction São Paulo 2026 registration opens

Sector | Citrus

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Demand for locally grown oranges has surged in Rabat

GI-tagged Indi Lime from India exported to Oman for the first time

Brazilian orange juice export to US increase while, EU exports decline

Citrus and produce imports in Russia 2025

Chile citrus output to reach 712,000 metric tons in 2025/26

Egypt oranges account for over 20% of export earnings

Türkiye mandarin exports reach US$614.99 million record

Sector | Organic

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Apofruit Donnalucata opted for Bulltec

A new technology ensures the guaranteed minimum weight of tomatoes

Dharwad mango growers target new export markets
Melvin Middelham, GreenFruit:

"Organic ginger and turmeric available year-round"

French grower experiments with organic aloe vera juice

Saudi Arabia reports higher date and greenhouse vegetable production
November 30th to December 2nd

Natexpo 2025 puts the spotlight on fruit and vegetables

Organic frozen vegetable range expands at Natural Grocers

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

Sector | IT

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Indonesia advances digital agriculture with new farm-app deal
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

Sector | Innovations

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Extending shelf-life of blueberries and avocados by storing and shipping under low pressure

Kazakhstan to subsidize water-saving farming technologies through 2028

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”

Sector | Processed fruit and vegetables

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Agristo doubles production capacity

Rising global fries demand drives investment across the potato value chain
La Cupa Società Cooperativa Agricola

Beyond price: Provenance and supply chain in the gourmet fruit and vegetable world
Giuseppe Pellegriti (Terre di Sicilia) on the attendance of Artigiano in Fiera 2025

"The strategic role of trade fairs makes us grow in the segment of artisanal processed products"

Kyrgyzstan to develop agricultural processing facilities, including fresh produce

Insiders explain why Indian gherkins are replacing domestic supply in Polish supermarkets

New seasoning system launches with updated safety and capacity

Kazakhstan begins construction of a 70,000-ton fruit and vegetable processing plant in Almaty

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”

Rising fruit and vegetable exports and production drive the need to expand cold storage in Uzbekistan

Bridging global ripening markets with ethylene solutions

Haryana builds cold storage at Hisar Airport

Sector | Food safety

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Why provider of conveyor solutions offers food safety training

Imported produce flow to Omsk more than doubles; multiple pest cases confirmed

Kazakhstan launches pilot paid phytosanitary inspection system in five regions

Salmonella concerns prompt Canada warning on Iranian pistachios
Due Diligence Horticulture (DDH) launches Quantum Clear

Using plasma to kill airborne pathogens

Rwanda lifts 2017 ban on South African produce imports

EFSA urges continuous water disinfection in fresh produce processing

Sector | Nuts and dried fruits

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Yotam Shlomo, Shlomo Farm:

"Medjool dates as iced treats are popular during the festive season"

New ‘Parpareil’ almond approved for public release

Stronger pricing on pistachios, though kernel prices stay the same

Australian almond exports driven by Chinese demand
Martin Reynolds – Cape Dried Fruit

Growing demand for South African dried fruit

Caucasus fruit exporters seize opportunity as Turkey’s frost decimates apricot harvest

Uzbekistan enters Danish dried-fruit market and expands fruit exports to Kuwait

Sector | Packaging and Labelling

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"We have successfully created an innovative paper punnet for strawberries"
Mark Rohrlach - Detpak:

“The punnet focuses on sustainability, protecting both the produce and the planet"

Packers shift to flat blanks to cut lid costs and storage needs

"Modified atmosphere packaging puts fresh produce into rest mode to make it last longer"

"MAP-packaged kiwis can stay fresh for up to 150 days"

“It’s our goal to be responsible and ahead of the curve when it comes to sustainability”
Aztec Fruits launches new retail packaging project in Mexico

"Low prices driven by high supply in a saturated European avocado market"

Sector | Retail

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REWE Group has partnered with organic farming association Bioland

Careem Quik: Bananas most ordered item for both men and women for 3rd year in a row
Lidl is slashing prices on this season’s Christmas veg must-haves to just 5p

Aldi Spain will end 2025 with 496 supermarkets
Aldi UK: ‘Sprout Nog’ turns the humble vegetable into a seasonal standout

Co-op: Strawberries and carrot batons nation’s favourite healthy snacks
The Wholesale Group has unveiled its latest member

Tesco Northern Ireland has increased the availability of vegetables ahead of Christmas
Greens Supermarket: First-of-its-kind in Malta - The “Medjool” Dates Counter

Ocado: For 2 weeks cherries became the number one bestselling product
Eroski: Strong growth in sales and profits

Lotte Mart: "Special Imported Fruit Discount Event"
DESPAR Italia: 12 new and modernised stores

Colruyt Group has reached an agreement with social partners in France

Sector | Global Market

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GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW POMEGRANATES

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PAPAYA

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PEARS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW GARLIC

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW MANDARINS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW CUCUMBERS

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW PINEAPPLES

Sector | Climate

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Emilia storm leads to falling prices for Moroccan fresh produce

Storm Emilia suspends Moroccan fresh produce exports

Produce shipments making it through this week’s Polar Vortex

Global climate volatility disrupts perishable supply chains

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

"Seawater desalination is becoming essential in Morocco"

Belgian farmer sues TotalEnergies over climate impacts

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 | 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

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

Sector | Peru

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Special Peru - Nature's Pride

Working together on responsible water management in Peru to support future food systems
Peru Special: Agrícola Pampa Baja

25 years of producing and exporting avocados, table grapes, pomegranates, and mandarins in southern Peru
Peru Special: Premium Choice Global

"A key pillar of our model is its international presence in destination markets"
Special Peru: Westfalia Fruit Peru expects to grow 15% in avocado by 2026

"We are constructing a new freezing facility in Chiclayo"
Special Peru: Packing del Carmen provides packing services to exporting companies

"As we do not have our own production, we can guarantee clients the priority for their fruit"
Peru Special: Provid and Proarándanos

Peru strengthens its world leadership in blueberries and consolidates its expansion in table grapes
Peru Special

"The day Peru sets out to export everything it produces, it can change the international chessboard"