Final days to register for Fresh Produce India
Join industry leaders from all parts of the value chain at India’s premier fresh produce event in Mumbai on 16-17 April
Final days to register for Fresh Produce India
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Gene-edited banana approved in Japan and Brazil
Tropic’s non-browning variety can now be imported, sold, and consumed in both countries, and grown in Brazil
New Zealand kiwifruit industry escapes Cyclone Vaianu largely intact
Growers report fruit has held on well despite intense conditions, with no material impact expected as harvest continues
Vietnamese dragon fruit exports show signs of recovery
Shipments totalled US$108.5mn in first two months of 2026
Lulu flies in produce to meet festive demand
Fruits and vegetables shipped in from India to ensure ample supply for Vishu celebrations
Italian apple suppliers express concern over Gulf conflict’s ‘long-term damage’
Industry association Assomela says higher input costs and price inflation could have serious impact on demand for fruit
South Africa and China amend citrus export protocol
The amended protocol introduces additional phytosanitary pest risk mitigation treatment options based on scientific research
Sumitomo invests in HarvestX’s automated strawberry pollinator
Japanese conglomerate to help develop and deploy automated solutions for indoor strawberry production
Florida citrus forecast rises across multiple categories
The USDA has raised its April forecast for Florida citrus production, with increases noted across oranges, grapefruit and lemons
CMI Orchards’ anniversary update to American Dream offering
Fresh packaging and display material to commemorate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was adopted
Capespan names new CEO as Charl du Bois steps down
Company also announces departure of chief financial officer and appointment of new chief operating officer as new executive team takes charge
Out now: Episode one of The Produce Plus Podcast with Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake
Rising input costs, New Zealand exports kick off and an exclusive interview with Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake on the marketer’s new strategy
Consistency key to building India’s avocado market
Westfalia has been impressed by how quickly the Indian market has shifted to pre-ripened avocados. Now, the company is doubling down on delivering a consistent eating experience to consumers
East-West Seed wins social impact and innovation awards
East-West Seed has received recognition in India and the Philippines for its continued efforts to strengthen seed systems and deliver practical value to farmers through innovation and partnership.
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Franka talks to Chris White about the extension of Aldi South Group’s ethical sourcing model into avocados, with more categories on the horizon
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Chris and Daniel look at global trade policy and its impact on the fruit and vegetable business
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Final days to register for Fresh Produce India
Join industry leaders from all parts of the value chain at India’s premier fresh produce event in Mumbai on 16-17 April
CMI Orchards’ anniversary update to American Dream offering
Fresh packaging and display material to commemorate 250 years since the Declaration of Independence was adopted
East-West Seed wins social impact and innovation awards
East-West Seed has received recognition in India and the Philippines for its continued efforts to strengthen seed systems and deliver practical value to farmers through innovation and partnership.
Out now: Episode one of The Produce Plus Podcast with Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake
Rising input costs, New Zealand exports kick off and an exclusive interview with Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake on the marketer’s new strategy
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Final days to register for Fresh Produce India
Join industry leaders from all parts of the value chain at India’s premier fresh produce event in Mumbai on 16-17 April
New Zealand kiwifruit industry escapes Cyclone Vaianu largely intact
Vietnamese dragon fruit exports show signs of recovery
South Africa and China amend citrus export protocol
Italian apple suppliers express concern over Gulf conflict’s ‘long-term damage’
Florida citrus forecast rises across multiple categories
Sumitomo invests in HarvestX’s automated strawberry pollinator
Out now: Episode one of The Produce Plus Podcast with Zespri CEO Jason Te Brake
Home-bred varieties lead Korea’s export push
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New Zealand kiwifruit industry escapes Cyclone Vaianu largely intact
Growers report fruit has held on well despite intense conditions, with no material impact expected as harvest continues
Gene-edited banana approved in Japan and Brazil
Italian apple suppliers express concern over Gulf conflict’s ‘long-term damage’
Tevel secures funding for flying robot harvesters
Asiafruit Fresh Produce India edition out now
AgroFresh raises prices as conflict drives up costs
Driscoll’s launches The Berry Patch Book Club
USDA-funded IFPA initiative supports regenerative farming
Tropic secures US$105mn to scale gene-edited banana production
Packaging & Technology
Gene-edited banana approved in Japan and Brazil
Tropic’s non-browning variety can now be imported, sold, and consumed in both countries, and grown in Brazil
CMI Orchards’ anniversary update to American Dream offering
Sumitomo invests in HarvestX’s automated strawberry pollinator
Study looks at factors driving Colorado potato beetle outbreaks
Tevel secures funding for flying robot harvesters
AgroFresh raises prices as conflict drives up costs
Australian avocado industry launches in-store ripeness scanner trial
Eternal.ag launches autonomous tomato harvesting robot Harvester
Tropic secures US$105mn to scale gene-edited banana production