Camposol becomes a shareholder in Mexico’s Jaliscavo – Mexico a new source of avocados
Peruvian company Camposol will become a shareholder in Jaliscavo, a Mexican avocado producer and packer from Jalisco. Mexico is to complement the harvest windows from Camposol’s own crops in

Peru lowers blueberry export forecast to 366,000 metric tons
In October, Proarándanos lowered its forecast for exports of fresh blueberries from Peru in the 2026/27 season to about 366,000 metric tons. The revision comes despite the fact that by week 39,

Belgium: Conference pears after hail reached supermarkets as “VamPeren”
BelOrta introduced Conference pears with superficial hail marks to Belgian supermarkets as the Halloween product “VamPeren”. The fruit is available from 28 September to 7 November, while

Peru, blueberries: exports grow by 74 percent, while Europe takes over a larger share of supplies
By week 32 of the 2026/27 season, Peru had exported 53,465 tons of blueberries, 74 percent more than a year earlier, with a clear shift in supplies away from China and toward the USA and Europe.

USA: 33 percent of the value of global blueberry purchases in 2024
The USA remains the largest import market for blueberries: according to ProColombia, global imports of these fruits in 2024 reached 7.3 billion USD, and the United States accounted for 33 percent

EU apple crop drops to 9-year low, supply tightens in 2026/27
The 2026/27 European apple crop is forecast at 9.5 million tonnes, down 15.6% year-on-year and the lowest in nine years, due to weather extremes across the continent. According to the World Apple

Blueberry recall in US and rising Mexican supply may affect European markets
Publix has expanded its recall of frozen blueberries in the US due to an E.coli outbreak, while Mexico’s role as a major regional supplier continues to grow. Publix, a leading US retailer, has

USDA halts Michoacán avocado exports, global supply faces short-term uncertainty
The USDA has temporarily suspended all avocado export operations in Michoacán, Mexico as of August 5, 2026, raising concerns about short-term supply disruptions in key markets. The US Department

Peruvian blueberry exports expand in Europe as 2026 peak season begins
Peru continues to strengthen its presence as a leading blueberry exporter, shipping to an expanded range of markets in the 2026 season, including Poland and other Eastern European

Turkish and South African orange exports surge as Egyptian prices remain low
Türkiye exported 110.4 million EUR worth of oranges in the first half of 2026, while South Africa entered the peak of its Valencia season amid geopolitical disruptions in the Middle East.

Sharp decline in Greek grape exports, Brazilian grapes face higher US tariffs
Greek grape exports to foreign markets have dropped by 36% year-on-year as of week 29, while Brazilian grapes are now subject to a total 35% tariff in the US, redirecting focus toward

Peruvian and Chilean table grape export prices diverge as supply patterns shift
Peru increased white seedless grape exports by 11% in 2025/26, with spot market prices ranging from €2.8 to €4.4 per kg, while Chile’s shipments decreased by 15% but at higher average prices

Italy increases apple exports in 2025/26; stable prices for main varieties
Italy exported over 1 million tonnes of apples in 2025, up 17% from 2024, with stable export prices for Fuji, Golden, and Granny Smith varieties. In the 2025/26 season, Italy exported more than 1

South African Apple Promotions and Strong European Competition Influence Market
South African apples saw a 36.9% sales increase during major promotions in China, while European suppliers such as Italy, Greece, and Turkey are reporting normal or above-average apple harvests,

Strong Competition from Italy, Greece and Turkey Shapes European Apple Market in July 2026
Apple harvests in Italy, Greece and Turkey are at normal or above-normal levels for the 2026/27 season, increasing competition for exporters in Europe and affecting trade conditions for Polish

Greek peach exports up 21%, Spanish and Italian competition pressures prices in Central Europe
Greek peach exports increased by 21.2% year-on-year by July 10, 2026, with notable growth in shipments to Poland and Italy. Spanish and Italian oversupply continues to pressure prices, especially

Peruvian blueberry export volumes drop 7% as European market faces tighter supply
Peru, the world’s largest blueberry exporter, projects a 7% decrease in export volumes for the 2026/27 season due to high temperatures, impacting supply and prices in Europe. Peruvian blueberry

Smaller organic apple harvest in Europe, South African apples promoted in China, US crop reporting changes
European organic apple harvest is expected to be smaller in 2026 due to hail, with potential price increases. South African apple exports see strong retail promotion in China, and US crop

Italian tomato prices up 15% in H1 2026 amid falling volumes
Italy's average tomato prices rose 15% from January to late June 2026, while sales volumes fell by 6% year-on-year. In Italy, official retail and wholesale data show that the average mixed price

Smaller European Organic Apple Harvest and Stable Southern Hemisphere Supply Affect Trade
European organic apple production is forecast to be smaller this season due to hail damage, while Southern Hemisphere exporters maintain steady shipments and organic demand continues to rise. The

Netherlands expands insect netting in tomato greenhouses; Spain develops traditional varieties
Dutch tomato growers are increasingly installing insect netting filter systems, while Spain is focusing on drought- and heat-tolerant traditional tomato varieties. Dutch tomato producers,

European organic apple harvest smaller; South African exports shift focus
European forecasts indicate a smaller organic apple harvest for 2026, with expectations of slightly higher prices. South Africa is increasing apple exports to China, potentially impacting European

Peru expands blueberry exports as Serbia and Portugal exit season
Serbia and Portugal have nearly finished their blueberry export seasons, while Peru has begun its first large-scale commercial blueberry harvest, increasing competition for EU import

European Organic Apple Harvest Down, South African Exports Up, Prices Under Pressure
European organic apple harvest forecasts for 2026 indicate a smaller crop, while South African apple exports are rising and entering key Asian markets. Market prices for dessert apples in Europe

Spain develops traditional tomato varieties as climate challenges persist
Spanish research is focusing on recovering and commercializing traditional tomato varieties adapted to drought and high temperatures, while the Netherlands reports increased adoption of insect