Euro Gijbels
Sector | General fresh produce
Christiaan van Ravenswaaij. S.C. van Ravenswaaij.
“Without Spain, we’d lose out considerably”
Oscar van Turenhout, OV Fruit
“You can fill available market space with pre-made, clear deals regarding volumes and prices”
Daniel Badger - VitaFresh Exports
"South Africa will be our main source country and the main destinations will be the UK, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Russia and USA”
Pieter de Jong, Chainn
"The art of matching growers and buyers"
Christmas rush at wholesalers
"Fewer orders, higher expectations: Wholesalers must keep everything in stock during the holidays"
Christiaan Rijnhout: "Alongside players in the fresh produce chain, more large retailers are using our data this year"
Roamler shares shelf insights from fruit and vegetable monitor at German discounters
Vietnam's fruit exports hit $7.2 billion in 2024, driven by new markets and year-round cultivation
Minister urges consumers to compare prices as food costs vary widely during Christmas season
Food prices in Russia have surged to their highest levels in the past two years, with resources reportedly being diverted to military spending
Food prices in Russia reach record levels in two years
Top ten food retailing brands in Europe
Air New Zealand Cargo exports 5 million kgs of fresh produce, focusing on cherries
Logistics cooperation with Linders fruit & vegetables
LuBa Fresh expands into adjacent premises at Fresh Park Venlo
Uzbekistan targets $3.5 billion in fruit and vegetable exports with subsidies and new plantations
Uzbekistan’s fruit and vegetable exports grow by 30 percent
"We help our customers to get rid of the ethylene headache"
Víctor Catán, President of Fedefruta:
"We are focusing on the regularization of foreign labor in fruit production"
Over 90% of Macao's produce sourced from mainland China, efficient supply chain in place
Jan Hannon, (Grappe de Raisins):
"Truffle popularity drives prices up by 30%"
Azerbaijan’s fruit and vegetable exports decrease
Interview with Director Cinzia Furiati
Important work lies ahead at the Rimini Food Centre in Italy
Nick Lee - Daemyung Farms Corporation
Popular fruits for Chinese New Year in short supply, driving up prices
Close to 11 million in grants allocated this year for greenhouse and orchard development
Specialty Crop Alliance urges congress for more economic aid and support for farm bill
Uganda in talks with Boeing to acquire cargo freighters for agricultural exports
NABMA discusses redevelopment and wholesale sector challenges at new Covent Garden market
President Museveni launches free zones export facility to boost Uganda's AfCFTA trade
Ad Pollux, Eurofresh:
"Closure of Düsseldorf wholesale market set to boost business in Venlo"
Barra Sweetnam - Allfresh Wholesale
"Still good demand for Brussels sprouts, but less due to retailers very low prices"
Christophe David (Vendavid):
"Since COVID-19, direct sales channels on farms have become increasingly appealing to growers"
Economic downturn in Herat worsens losses for fruit and vegetable vendors
Maputo faces produce shortages amid unrest disrupting imports from South Africa
Scotland mandates whole-farm plans for BPS eligibility, aligning with organic farming practices
UK food supply sustainability depends on seasonal eating and responsible sourcing
The mission to Senegal reserves unexpected surprises at the wholesale market
Italian apples and grapes available Dakar, but re-exported from Spain
Ellen Sebrechts - Sebrechts Groenten en Fruit
"We need to help market vendors stand out during the holidays"
Fresh Supplier Bonaire:
Few fruits and vegetables on shopping lists in Bonaire
Eline van Muilwijk, Quista Solutions:
“Local is about trade, not highlighting ‘feel-good’ growers”
Photo reports from the fresh produce departments of supermarkets in Aruba, Bonaire, and Curaçao
Sri Lanka addresses post-harvest losses in fresh produce through improved packaging solutions
B2B Meetings in Bergamo:
Italian retailers and wholesalers connect with International fruit and vegetable suppliers
Mozambique’s fruit and vegetable exports surge by 70.8% in 2023
BLE week 49:
'Red Delicious were particularly popular during St. Nicholas week'
Recovery in South Africa's fruit exports
Weekly trends in seasonal perishable commodities in Northern America
Fruit Logistica 2025:
Networking and growth in the fresh produce industry
Fairtrade certification boosts Vietnamese exports under UK-Vietnam trade agreement
Farmers in northern India clash with police over crop price guarantees
David Krause, CEO of Frutura
"Berries are set to be an outsized growth story we’re highly committed to”
Lockyer Valley Foods announced a $50M funding round to commence construction of facility
Greenhouse farming in Antalya boosts Turkey's fruit and vegetable exports
CAP urges suspension of produce exports amid monsoon-driven price hikes in Malaysia
GoFundMe launches for member of produce industry
Fepex
The agreement with Mercosur will virtually allow free access to the EU market for fruits and vegetables
Fruit production in Tajikistan increased by 22.3%
South Africa's agricultural confidence hits two-year high despite recent sector contraction
Significant price increase in fruit and vegetable market since war outbreak
Exploring opportunities to expand fresh fruit and vegetable exports from Uzbekistan to Sweden
Rising U.S. farm labor costs drive crop production shift to Mexico
La Grande Bellezza Italiana
"We have invested in dynamic controlled-atmosphere units to preserve pears in the best way possible"
Week 48 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Cherry prices fall as Rainier variety arrivals increase
Quarantine measures imposed after Queensland fruit fly detected in Willagee and Palmyra
Greenbushes cold storage facility boosts Eastern Cape agriculture and exports
Sylvain Hoarau, Ame Haslé Group
"These visits give our buyers a better understanding of the work of our producers"
IIT Indore develops LED-based storage technology to extend shelf life of produce
BLE week 48:
'Extensive but not too abundant cauliflower supply'
Spain seeks stronger agricultural trade ties with Algeria to boost mutual growth
Loans available for agricultural producers to extend shelf life with controlled atmosphere storage
Five states are launching programs to promote healthier eating for SNAP participants
New report shows thriving opportunities and potential for Australian fruit and veg in Southeast Asia
Ramon Oudhaarlem - DeliNova (Curaçao)
"The Netherlands remains our preferred source for fresh produce imports despite the distance"
Johor invests $14.5M to boost agriculture output and food security by 2027
Canada invests $696,000 to improve food security and infrastructure in Nahanni Butte
Armenia's fruit and vegetable exports surge to 7,575 tons in 2023
Photo Report: Spanish Day at De Mooij Amsterdam
$52M Industry-Led Program to advance sustainability and automation in protected cropping
Nuremberg Wholesale Market:
"I expect this year's persimmon season to end prematurely"
Week 47 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Sales of imported apples slow down, while the arrival of Vietnamese dragon fruit increases
FreshPlaza special on Latin America
Study links higher fruit and vegetable intake to reduced depression in adults over 45
V2Y Corp expands into Southeast Asia with Chinese cabbage distribution deal
Canada explores innovative food production to enhance national food security
Uzbekistan aims for $3.5bn in fruit and vegetable exports with agricultural reforms
Arunachal Pradesh and ITBP partner to boost local fruit and vegetable supply
Arizona faces economic uncertainty as Trump's proposed tariffs target key imports
Defra delays checks on Irish goods to Great Britain until after 2024
England urged to prioritize fruit and vegetable farming for health and sustainability
Happy Thanksgiving from the FreshPlaza team
From joke to wholesale
Celebrating 25 years of Fayad Fruits and Vegetables in Curaçao
India sees rise in fruit and vegetable export value despite lower volumes
Convenient, full Thanksgiving meals are gaining popularity
Koraput farmers face losses as proposed cold storage facilities remain stalled
Canadian shippers feeling effects of weakening dollar
Proposed 25% tariff on Mexican imports threatens U.S. produce
Fall armyworm confirmed in Northland, growers urged to monitor crops
Shining a light on the Ontario produce industry’s brightest and best
India sees growth in fruit and vegetable exports with enhanced logistics
Market visit to Lomme: Inspiration for specialists and market vendors
Ruble devaluation triggers fruit export cancellations to Russia amid soaring inflation
Apple price trends:
Egremont Russet rises 19% while Braeburn sees a 4% decline
NFF highlights persistent horticulture labor gaps despite record backpacker numbers
Global food production outpaces population growth, reducing hunger
Week 46 Fruit Wholesale Market Report
Cherry sales are strong, and many blueberries in small cup packages are available.
Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports hit $6.6 billion
Regional fruit and vegetable markets see dynamic shifts in trade and prices
Regional fruit and vegetable markets see dynamic shifts in trade and prices
Coles under scrutiny for unfair supplier practices in ACCC inquiry
Vietnam's fruit and vegetable exports hit $6.6 billion, up 27% in 2024
Greece faces 70,000-worker shortage, threatening fruit harvests
Indiana horticultural conference to focus on education and networking for growers
Atilla Vandenbogaerde, Atilla Dagvers:
"Despite staffing shortages, restaurateurs strive to differentiate themselves with processed products"
Uzbekistan increases fruit and veg exports by 15.7% in 2024
Labor costs make up 38% of U.S. fresh produce expenses amid rising wages
Grupo Agroponiente achieves 18% growth, driven by strong demand
Proposed Trump tariffs could spike fresh produce prices in the U.S.
London farmers donate 6.6 tons of food amid inheritance tax protest
New Zealand's 5+ a day marks 30 years of promoting healthy eating
Port of Oakland handles $8.5 billion in agricultural exports by October 2024
Thorogood’s expands to supply fresh produce directly to retailers
France opposes Mercosur trade deal amid nationwide farmer protests
Will tariffs on fresh produce become a reality?
"Our producers must have the same or equivalent alternatives"
Phytosanitary products impasse: Annie Genevard announces the relaunch of the Solutions Committee's work
Duisburg wholesale market:
"Shortage of potatoes for roasting at Christmas markets"
Severe storms bring flooding and damage to Western Australia's south west
Wholesale fruit and vegetable prices - week 46
Fresh produce market sees stable pricing with Bramley's seedling apple prices up 1%
"In 10 or 15 years, shipments to China will probably account for half of Peru's agro exports"
Gauteng halts $2.16 million fresh produce project over financial mismanagement
U.S. military commissaries in South Korea expand local produce offerings
