The applications for the Innovation Hub Awards at Fruit Attraction 2026 are now open.
The nominations for the 2026 Innovation Hub Awards of Fruit Attraction are officially open. These awards are dedicated to exhibiting companies that stand out for their innovative projects,

"Nasze płaskie brzoskwinie stanowią obiecującą alternatywę dla hiszpańskich płaskich brzoskwiń na rynkach Wielkiej Brytanii i Europy." "We offer a promising alternative to Spanish flat peaches in the UK and European markets with our flat peaches."
Mehmet Çakmak, the owner of Turkish fresh produce exporter Elpa Fruits, has announced that the Turkish stone fruit season has begun and the loading of flat peaches is already underway. He

Frozen, nutritional benefits from "short supply chain"
Sustainable thanks to the anti-waste effect, convenient due to increasingly practical formats, available all year round with an anti-inflation effect, and increasingly appreciated (for soups and

Nowozelandzki sprzedawca prezentuje rzadkie jabłko chimera.
A produce store in Christchurch, New Zealand, is drawing attention from visitors after uncovering a chimera apple with red and yellow coloration split almost equally down the middle. The apple was

Vog Products introduces the new Marlene® and Val Venosta purées.
The promotion of South Tyrolean apple production and the innovation of processed fruit products are at the core of VOG Products' activities.More. Go to the article

1-MCP technology helps maintain the quality of apples and pears.
In the fresh fruit supply chain, preserving quality after harvest is a major challenge. For fruits like apples and pears, maintaining their crisp texture, flavor, and freshness during

Meksyk umacnia swoją pozycję jako konkurencyjny, innowacyjny i solidny dostawca świeżych borówek.
Juan José Flores García, General Manager of the Mexican blueberry industry, approaches 2026 with strategic maturity. The sector is moving away from solely focusing on production volumes and

Chile is focusing on innovation and efficiency to strengthen its nut sector.
A report by Chilean consultancy Afrusec emphasizes that nuts have become increasingly important in global consumption for reasons beyond just their nutritional value. Factors such as their focus

The apple becomes an experience: in Val Venosta, fruit growing, tourism, and territory are integrated.
Horticulture can be much more than an agricultural supply chain. It can become a narrative, an experience, a tourist attraction, and an identity factor for a territory. In the wine industry, this

Kenya is increasing its investment in cold chain infrastructure as post-harvest food losses rise to $578 million.
In Kenya, there is a growing investment in cold chain infrastructure as the country grapples with significant post-harvest losses in its horticulture supply chains. A 2025 study conducted by the

Chiny zwiększają wykorzystanie sztucznej inteligencji i robotyki w uprawie warzyw w szklarniach.
Intelligent technologies are being increasingly applied in protected agriculture in Shouguang, China, one of the country's main vegetable production regions. The 27th China (Shouguang)

The Colombian avocado industry aims to reduce food waste and improve cold chain infrastructure.
Colombia's Hass avocado sector continues to expand its exports, with shipments reaching 201,479 tons in 2025, a 45.6 percent increase from 2024. Approximately 60 percent of these exports are sent

The augmented apple: how data is becoming the new currency of fresh produce
An apple used to speak through its taste, color, and freshness. Soon, it may also have to speak through data. Where was it grown? Which inputs were used? How was it stored? What was its carbon

A new packaging solution based on cubes from India focuses on reducing wasted space in fresh produce transportation.
Indian fresh produce exporters are facing increasing pressure to increase the volume of their products while reducing costs. They are navigating crowded cold chains and looking for ways to use

Aldo makes his debut in Gdo: AI at the test of the fruit and vegetable department.
In the fresh produce department, innovation increasingly relies on the ability to observe, understand, and measure consumer behavior. It's not just about what they purchase, but how they approach

Goodbye plastic: fruit and vegetable labels become edible.
An edible and compostable label, capable of reducing the environmental impact of food packaging, improving the management of organic waste, and providing new guarantees of safety and traceability

VIP is investing in automation to ensure the quality of apples.
Driverless forklifts, automated stacking, AI camera-based sorting, and machines capable of processing over 300 individual apples per minute.More. Go to the article

VIP Val Venosta, technology ensuring perfect apples 365 days a year
Ensuring consistent quality for twelve months a year is one of the main challenges for the apple industry. VIP Val Venosta addresses this need by combining agricultural expertise with targeted

Verona focuses on apple and kiwi: two new PGI to boost fruit growing industry
The road of PDO as a lever for the relaunch of the Verona fruit and vegetable supply chains. After the Verona Igp Radicchio, more recently, the Verona Igp Peach reemerged in the spotlight thanks

Kashmir growers are requesting refrigerated rail transport for shipping their fruit.
Fruit growers in Kashmir have requested Northern Railway to expedite the implementation of temperature-controlled cargo solutions and enhance rail logistics infrastructure to enhance the

Rebranding as a strategic lever: the evolution of Mister Nut and the role of New Factor in modern distribution.
In the consumer goods market, a strong identity is a strategic tool to guide choices on the shelves and generate value for the entire supply chain. With this approach, New Factor has presented the

Red Onion of Tropea Igp: between legend and digital innovation
With a notoriety that approaches 97%, the Red Onion of Tropea Calabria IGP continues to be an exceptional case history for the Italian fruit and vegetable sector. On the Think Fresh 2026 stage,

VIP at Macfrut 2026: apples in balance, growth of small fruits, and focus on innovation and sustainability
The 2026 edition of Macfrut, scheduled to take place in Rimini from April 21st to 23rd, represented a crucial opportunity for VIP Val Venosta to outline the strategic evolution of its production

Egypt exports 237,000 tons of food, with citrus accounting for 60,000 tons.
The National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) of Egypt reported that between April 18 and 24, 2026, 1,512 exporting companies shipped a total of 4,149 food consignments weighing 237,000 tons. These

Orsero becomes a key operator in the lychee supply chain in Madagascar.
Orsero S.p.A. ("Orsero"), a leader in the Mediterranean Europe for the import and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, through its subsidiary Simba S.p.A., has been appointed by the