Melons
All the news and market analysis for worldwide melon Industry, including melon growers, melon production, and the import and export of melons.
Orsero Group considers expansion into North America
Italian company eyes potential investments in the US, according to executives speaking at stock exchange event in Milan
Video: How to connect with Gen Z
Chris White speaks to a number of leading fresh produce brand marketers to learn about the marketing strategies they believe will resonate with younger consumers
Spain’s exports down in volume but up in value for the year to September
Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable exports decreased by 2.8 per cent in volume during January-September compared to the same period last year, though value increased by 6.3 per cent to €13.876bn according to Fepex data
Spanish fresh produce consumption stable in first seven months
Spanish household consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables remained largely stable during January-July, with fruit consumption rising 2 per cent while vegetable demand fell slightly, according to new data from the Ministry of Agriculture
Rijk Zwaan grows sales 9 per cent to €684mn in centenary year
Dutch vegetable seed specialist Rijk Zwaan has reported 9 per cent sales growth to €684mn in its 2024/25 financial year, with expansion across virtually all regions and crops despite lower net profit
Dole importer builds new ripening centre near Warsaw
Polish company Nature’s Produce begins construction of new distribution facility for ready-to-eat avocados, mangoes, and other exotic fruits
Agro Belgrade 2026 connects Western Balkans agriculture to the world
Serbian fruit and vegetables exhibition Agro Belgrade is back in January 2026, providing a meeting point for the agricultural value chain across south-east Europe
Ifco expands southern Italy operation with three new hubs
Reusable packaging specialist expands logistics footprint to strengthen regional partnerships and ensure container availability during peak seasons
Itaueira expands international presence
New farm in Ceará already exporting to North America, Europe and the Middle East
Hazera’s Exotica mini watermelon wins Fresh Market Award 2025
Hazera’s seedless mini watermelon variety Exotica has claimed the prestigious Fresh Market Award 2025, with industry professionals recognising its quality, taste and commercial potential at the Polish trade event
Proexport hosts visit by Korean melon producers
Members of the Korean Melon Union visited Murcia to learn more about the region’s melon production
Fyffes sells entire melon business to Martori Farms
Fyffes has agreed to sell its entire melon business, including Sol Group operations in Honduras and Guatemala, to fourth-generation family producer Martori Farms as it refocuses on core banana and pineapple categories
BASF strengthens its offer in tomatoes and melons
New varieties include wide-ranging ToBRFV-resistant tomatoes and melons and watermelons that deliver on both flavour and yield
Spanish fresh produce consumption dips 0.4 per cent
Spanish household consumption of fresh produce declined marginally in the first half of 2025, with vegetables and potatoes driving the decrease despite growth in fruit consumption
Itaueira to showcase expanded melon offering at Fruit Attraction
Portfolio includes the Rei melon and the Rei mini seedless watermelon
Orsero Group reports strong growth in half-year results
Italian fresh produce distributor records significant revenue and profit growth, with particularly strong performance in kiwifruit, grapes, fresh-cut and exotic fruit categories
Video: Tariff tension triggers Canadian concern
Seeds & Stems’ Sav Tsoukalas discusses how US tariff policy and Canada’s own response is reshaping supply chains, changing retail buying patterns, and influencing consumer choices in the country’s fresh produce market
Costa Rican melons gain access to China
Announcement comes on 14th anniversary of Free Trade Agreement between the two nations
Melon Mania takes hold at M&S once again
Retailer introduces two new varieties for the summer season
Brazil’s fruit exports surge 27 per cent in first half of 2025
Brazil has recorded significant growth in its fruit export sector for the first half of 2025, with volume up 27.2 per cent and value increasing by 12.6 per cent compared to the same period last year
Video: Alegra’s summer snack campaign shines light on new strategy
Italy’s largest fresh produce company is focusing its summer marketing efforts on distinctive licensed varieties to differentiate itself in key categories
Tesco sees record fruit sales as UK heatwave continues
The UK’s largest food retailer expects to sell nearly 4mn punnets of strawberries and millions of other fruit items as temperatures soar again
Rijk Zwaan products earn top taste accolades
Dutch breeding company Rijk Zwaan has achieved recognition for three of its products at the International Taste Quality Institute, with each earning the highest possible rating
Itaueira invests €12.5mn in new melon production
Brazilian fruit supplier commits significant investment to restore melon production base in Ceará state, with plans to expand to 3,000ha over next two years
Breeders and buyers convene for first-ever Mantua melon meeting
Major seed companies and industry stakeholders will convene in Mantua on 22-24 July for a landmark event addressing critical challenges facing the European melon sector.
Fresh-cut boom fuels tropical fruit growth
PrepWorld’s Andrew Crawford explains why it is an ideal gateway for consumers looking for a convenient way to enjoy tropical fruits
Apo Conerpo bounces back with 13 per cent revenue growth
Italy’s Apo Conerpo has reported a significant recovery in 2024, with revenue up 13 per cent to €489mn and volumes increasing by 34 per cent following what it described as an ‘annus horribilis’ in 2023
Melon and watermelon event set for Murcia
Hazera and HM Clause are joining forces at the Melon & Watermelon Fresh Chain Showcase
Australian Melon Conference returns to celebrate 30 years of industry collaboration
Melon industry for national conference and commemorates 30 years of the Australian Melon Association
Less than two weeks to go to Fruitnet Tropicals Congress!
Join thought leaders from all parts of the tropicals and exotics supply chain in Antwerp on 24 & 25 June
Dole founder and produce champion David Murdock dies, aged 102
Billionaire businessman and wellness advocate, who transformed Dole into global fruit powerhouse and later championed nutrition research, passed away on 9 June
BayWa secures court approval for restructuring plan
Company’s plan was already underway, with new loans secured until end of 2028, but legal backing now in place
Tesco unveils watermelon pizza kit
Innovation is aimed at helping kids keep hydrated and eat healthier
Semillas Fitó showcases melon innovation
Seed company holds second edition of its Water&Melon Show in El Ejido
Ortolani Cofri merges with Agrintesa
Italian cooperative extends reach across country with incorporation of Imola-based supplier
Almería kicks off 2025 watermelon campaign
The province’s watermelon production is set to increase slightly in 2025