Rainier and windy conditions extend the flowering period of mid-season and late varieties
Sector | Fruit (stone)
Malta stone fruit output declines due to pest control shortages
Russia becomes largest importer of Dutch plums in January
"Dutch expertise, technology, and contracts flow to Uzbekistan, with more missions on the way"
Uzbek–Dutch trade mission lays groundwork for fruit and berry partnerships
U.S. growers vote on commissions as Alabama reports freeze damage
Russia blocks Chilean stone fruit, rejects Serbian apples over labeling issues
Daniela Aguirre, Fruit Freshi:
"Stone fruit season starts slowly as demand for overseas top fruit also lags"
The peach and apricot sector prepares for the 2026 season
"The key issue is referencing"
Week 13 Fruit Wholesale Market Report:
Avocado prices rise while South African Flash Gala apples arrive on the market
U.S. cherry exports pressured by rising global supply
Georgian peach and nectarine exports rise as quality improves
Australia proposes stone fruit biosecurity levy from October 2026
Michigan fruit crops remain dormant after heavy March snowfall
Positive expectations for upcoming Turkish cherry season
“Thankfully, the weather seems to be much more stable this year”
Strong start to 2026 peach season anticipated
Cherry blossoms protected under covers at Amelinckx Fruit
"New plastic tunnels bring cherry season forward to mid-May and extend it to the end of July"
Stone fruits in North Macedonia develop smoothly this season
Australia funds drought trials for apple and cherry growers
Moldova rejects 10.5 tons of dried fruit over mold contamination
Week 12 Fruit Wholesale Market Report:
Chilean plum prices rebound, while New Zealand apple prices decline
Moldovan fruit exports to Middle East disrupted by shipping delays
Dean Morpeth - Summerfruit Australia
Australian nectarines hit high standard despite weather challenges
South Carolina orchard tracks weather impact on fruit crops
North Carolina freeze risk for fruit crops in Henderson County
New agricultural projects aimed at developing horticulture and seed production launched in Kazakhstan
Jackson Bennett - Prima Fresh Group
Partnership brings stone fruit success
Apricot production has doubled in Lleida over the past decade
Week 11 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Egyptian oranges arrive on the market while blueberry prices rebound
New Zealand stone fruit exports fall as domestic supply increases
Alessandro Ottolini, sales manager of Naranjas Ché:
"A product being organic is no longer the only factor helping stand out in terms of value"
Research highlights Vietnamese market for New Zealand cherries
South African grape and stonefruit exports delayed in Middle East
U.S. peach growers face uncertainty after Modesto cannery closure
Auchan displays the Biodiversity label on its private label Agen prunes
EU opens market for Ukrainian sour cherry planting material
Middle East conflict delays South Africa apple, pear and stone fruit exports
Claudia Soler, Frutas de Chile:
Chile's cherry season ended with reduced volumes and increased logistical challenges
Turkish Malatya apricot crop recovers after 2025 frost damage
Dark sweet cherry compounds may slow aggressive breast cancer
U.S. Northwest organic sector grows, but processing capacity lags
Georgian plum prices rise sharply while imports decline
Hans Leibbrandt, Monfrut:
"It's been an extremely difficult season for Chilean cherries"
Sterling season buoys stone fruit grower's ambitions
Boris Manz - Fruit Growers Alianza:
"We are very pleased with how the season is ending as quality has remained very good"
Murcia's stone fruit sector anticipates higher quality and yields
Canadian research aims to reduce cherry breeding time to 10 years
“Bio4Life positioned for international growth as EU compostable label rules take effect”
Rain delays fruit and almond harvest in southern Australia
TR Turoni technology (Italy)
Assessing fruit quality to enhance revenue
California growers report pressure from imports, costs, and buyer consolidation
Chilean cherries in Vietnam fall to US$3.82/kg
Australia proposes stone fruit biosecurity levy from October 2026
New Zealand summerfruit harvest delayed as cooler weather trims yields
China’s fruit market: Quality demand grows as domestic competition rises
EAEU introduces temporary tariff exemptions for selected fruits
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops 27 Feb:
Retail produce ads dip 3% as grapes lead fruit promotions
Chile
El Maule opts for new routes and starts shipping its cherries from Puerto Coronel
Hortgro assesses stone fruit trade in Johannesburg informal market
Imperfect Australian plums processed into powders and drinks
Hazelnuts are an attractive alternative for Chilean cherry producers
U.S. winter storm causes crop and farm damage in Arkansas
Remaining Greek kiwifruit suitable only for the European market because of its size and firmness
Uzbekistan and Serbia sign agreements on horticulture and seed development
South Africa advances ARC-bred fruit cultivars to market
Genome B.C. funds cherry and carrot breeding projects in Canada
Sulaimani markets see US$500 p/kg for imported green plums
Uzbekistan becomes Russia’s largest supplier of fresh grapes and raisins in 2025
Canadian falcon drones tested for bird control in Australian orchards
NZ software platform expands into cherry packing sector
Charl Stander – Freshness First
Hot news from China offsets cold weather’s dampening effect on European stone fruit sales
South Africa ships first plums to China under new protocol
Chile cherry exports reach 113.8 million boxes as prices fall
Australian study shows solar shading lowers pear yield but cuts damage
Stefan du Plessis, Wynand Hanekom – Icon Fruit
South African stone fruit gallops into the Year of the Horse
Consortium for the Protection of the PGI Leonforte Peach
"From seasonal crop to year-round ambassador of Italian excellence"
South African zero tariffs to China hinge on phytosanitary protocols
Chilean cherry exports to China decline after early shipments
Tasmanian apricot output halves at Lowdina Orchard after light season
South African agricultural exports reach US$15.1bn in 2025
Uzbekistan expands intensive orchards and vineyards under 2024–2025 development programme
First reports after the passage of storm Nils
Week 7 Fruit Wholesale Market Report:
Prices rise ahead of the holiday, with cherries and cherry plums leading gains in the first half of the week
Central Otago cherries move to export for Chinese New Year
U.S. Central Valley rain threatens almond and stone fruit pollination
Positive Moldovan grape season concluded, stone fruit season is next
"We harvested the grapes before the heavy rains started"
Commencement of South African stonefruit exports to China
“We decided we could have the biggest impact in China with nectarines”
New Zealand cherry harvest delayed but export timing improves
Tomer Biran – 360 Argus
Protecting varietal IP using proactive prevention rather than purely reactive enforcement
New peach varieties from INTA hit the market
Biofach is a key event for operators specializing in organic products, such as Toñifruit
"Supplying tasty organic fruit is the best way to increase organic and biodynamic consumption in Europe"
EAEU approves zero import duties on selected fruits for Kazakhstan
FAO supports sustainable apricot production in Tajikistan
Week 6 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Chilean plums hit the market while Australian green grapes prices remain high
Segrafruit opens new offices in Central America
Weather disrupts NZ cherry exports despite US$130 million forecast
Gary Bignell - Eden Orchards
Otago cherries doing it tough as rain wrecks harvest
South Africa’s cherry sector expands despite production and market constraints
Integration strengthens marketing position for German stone fruit
OGA / OGV Nordbaden takes over marketing and production operations from VOG Ingelheim
Australian cherries reach China via Hong Kong–Zhuhai–Macao bridge
Marianne De Maio - Riverbend Orchard:
"January volumes have been huge, around 60% more than previous years"
A closer look at winter fruit demand
Sébastien Rispe, French Fruit Lovers
"It is a record campaign for the Lovita plum!"
China speeds up Chilean cherry imports ahead of peak season
Bulgarian fruit growers face pressure from rising imports
Central Otago fruit harvest delayed by cool summer
National Retail Report - Specialty Crops 30 January :
Retail ads reflect seasonal holidays and produce pricing trends
Flat nectarines are recording the biggest growth
"High prices in 2025 are currently driving up the demand for stone fruit plants"
Week 5 Fruit Wholesale Market Report: