Pears
All the news and market analysis for worldwide pear Industry, including pear growers, pear production, and the import and export of pears.
Fruit breeder CIV expands into South Asia
Italian group joins forces with India’s Qul Fruits to establish protected variety management platform
Tru-Cape celebrates 25 years of apple and pear leadership
Leading South African apple and pear exporter Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing is celebrating its 25th anniversary
FruitMasters facility shortlisted for Breeam Awards
Smart Fruit Hub apparently achieved ‘Outstanding’ score of 91.04 per cent, making it ‘most sustainable’ food production facility in Netherlands
RSA deciduous fruit industry counts cost of storm damage
Losses to pome and stonefruit sector estimated to be as high as R6.3bn
South African floods devastate fruit crops across Cape regions
Flooding and high winds have caused widespread damage across key fruit-growing regions, with crucial access roads to ports washed away
FruitMasters withstands pressure to maintain profit
Dutch cooperative credits new Smart Fruit Hub facility with making it more resilient in unpredictable market
The Greenery launches five-year growth strategy
Following year of adjustment and investment, Dutch group focuses on expanded production and new economies of scale
Europe prepares for new US cold treatment requirements
Italy, Spain, Greece, France and Portugal have prepared inspectors for new US import rules, due to take effect in June
Macfrut 2026: global fruit and vegetable sector meets in Rimini
Trade fair returns to Rimini Expo Centre on 21-23 April 2026, with over 800 international buyers expected to attend
Emilia-Romagna to host Interpera in June
CSO Italy will host leading European pear conference in Emilia-Romagna, a region that accounts for 60 per cent of Italy’s production
USDA reveals AFTPP funding awardees
Washington Apple Commission, California Table Grape Commission and Pear Bureau Northwest among beneficiaries
Naturitalia innovates to drive fresh produce demand
Italian supplier to launch branded stonefruit range, ready-to-use potato line, and more occasion-based packs to drive consumption
Seeka targets 47mn trays amid weather and fuel challenges
Supplier provides update on New Zealand kiwifruit season, as well as plans for expansion in Australia
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
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
Home-bred varieties lead Korea’s export push
New grapes, strawberries and pears are headlining export development efforts
NZAPI appoints Danielle Adsett as new chief executive
Organisation’s board says it was unanimous in the decision following a rigorous recruitment process
Keep ‘em peeled: a round-up of April Fools’ day produce pranks
Dole, Eosta, Florette, Del Monte and a whole bunch of Dutch companies put some serious effort into this year’s silliness
Ali Capper appointed chair of British Berry Growers
Capper will step down from British Apples and Pears to take over leadership of berry trade body, following retirement of Nick Marston
Lidl is first recipient of Best British Apple Launch Award
New BAPL award looks to honour retailers who support British apples at the start of the season
South African apple sector poised for growth despite challenges
Despite Middle East conflict, supply chain disruption and rising costs, South Africa’s apple and pear industry is optimistic about the future
South Africa grapples with Middle East impact
Shipping surcharges soar as exporters struggle to redirect fruit with specifications tailored specifically for Middle Eastern consumers
Middle East conflict threatens apple and pear growers
War will drive up costs even further for growers who already face heavy administrative burden and labour shortage, says industry body
South Africa announces rail and logistics reform plans
The South African government has announced sweeping transport reforms – but will they make a difference?
Iran conflict continues to disrupt South African fruit shipments
Around 90 per cent of country’s fruit exports to Middle East by sea have been blocked by the crisis, forcing suppliers to divert cargo
Momentum builds for Piqa Red
Prevar anticipates strong season for red pear with volumes expected to increase 15 per cent on last year
Middle East conflict threatens South African fruit exports
South African fresh produce exporters are grappling with uncertainty as conflict in the Middle East threatens a crucial market
Spain’s Mercosur fresh produce trade reaches €334m
Spanish fresh produce exports to the South American trading bloc reached €67mn last year, while imports totalled €267mn
Gulf conflict threatens major disruption to fruit trade
As shipping lines suspend operations, leading importer says conflict creates ‘big problem’ for international fresh produce suppliers
Ceres Fruit Growers wins BRCGS Site of Year award
Tru-Cape member Ceres Fruit Growers received the BRCGS Certificated Site of the Year 2026 award in London
AgroBelgrade 2026 connects Europe in Serbia
AgroBelgrade 2026 took place in the Serbian capital in January, bringing together over 500 exhibitors from more than 15 countries, and facilitating connections between regional suppliers and European buyers
Akorn Technology expands to UAE with natural post-harvest solutions
Post-harvest treatment specialist is launching operations in the UAE after winning the country’s FoodTech Challenge
US tree fruit group hails Indonesia trade deal
Northwest Horticultural Council says elimination of tariffs and import licensing on US tree fruits will help double exports to Indonesia
Tru-Cape welcomes zero-tariff access to China
South African exporter calls for continued tariff reforms following South Africa’s comprehensive economic partnership agreement with China