India is transitioning its focus from building irrigation infrastructure to utilizing irrigation intelligence.
India has emerged as one of the largest users of micro-irrigation technologies in the world, with drip irrigation and fertigation now being extensively utilized in various crops including grapes,

Peru is planting passion fruit in banana plots affected by Fusarium.
The National Institute for Agrarian Innovation (INIA) of the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) has set up 10 passion fruit demonstration plots. These plots utilize

The largest fruit import in Japan is under threat due to a shortage of ethylene.
Bananas are the largest fruit imported by Japan and they could soon be affected by the global supply chain disruption due to an ethylene shortage in the country.More. Go to the article

Bangladesh is increasing the use of vapour heat treatment for mango exports.
The Bangladesh Agricultural Development Corporation (BADC) is introducing vapour heat treatment (VHT) technology to support the export of mangoes and other fresh produce. Bangladesh produces

Sormac has opened a hub in Thailand to serve Southeast Asia.
Sormac, a company specializing in vegetable and fruit processing technology, has announced the establishment of a Southeast Asia hub in Bangkok, Thailand, to support customers and partners across

BANANAS GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW
The global banana industry is still experiencing challenges due to increasing logistics and production costs, weather-related disruptions, and ongoing supply chain issues. In various exporting

From bananas to grapes: How ONE follows the seasons around the world
At Fruit Logistica 2026, Ocean Network Express (ONE) showcased its increasing importance in global fresh produce transportation. Jan Holst mentioned, "Our unique magenta color symbolizes our

Navigating supply chain challenges in the banana industry
The banana supply chain is currently facing multiple significant challenges. These include climate change and extreme weather events, increasing operational costs, labor shortages in certain

DimmidiSì redesigns the refrigerated counter: freshness becomes an experience
The refrigerated counter is undergoing profound changes, and La Linea Verde is accelerating on a model that goes beyond the traditional boundaries of fruits and vegetables.More. Go to the article

Drones, UV water, and solar energy: Innovation-driven banana farming by Favorita
"Bananas are not just a commodity," says José Antonio Vargas of Favorita. Speaking at Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin, he outlines a strategy focused not on volume, but on long-term value creation

Bangladeshi mango production is expected to increase by 25% despite facing challenges in exporting.
Bangladesh's mango farmers are preparing for a record 2026 season, with production projected to increase by 25% to 2.7 million tons over 204,000 hectares. However, inflated airfreight costs pose a

Australian banana growers are meeting consumer demands despite increasing costs.
Australian banana growers are still able to provide a reliable and affordable supply of fresh fruit for households across the country, despite facing constant cost pressures at the farm level. The

Romagnoli and Cpr system: horticultural recovery and logistics serving solidarity
Romagnoli F.llie Cpr system, in collaboration with the Lombardy Food Bank, is launching a project to recover and redistribute potatoes and onions that do not meet commercial standards but are

Bangladeshi fruit exports have decreased as airfreight costs have doubled.
Bangladesh's export of vegetables, fruit, and processed agricultural products to the Middle East, Europe, and other destinations is facing disruption as cargo airfreight costs have nearly doubled

Dutch and German supermarkets are falling behind in achieving living wage goals for banana producers.
An Oxfam briefing paper titled "Paid up? Living wage efforts in banana supply chains of Dutch and German supermarkets," published this week, examines the progress made by supermarkets in the

Fairtrade Bananas: 14 thousand tonnes sold in Italy
In 2024, over 14 thousand tons of Fairtrade-certified bananas were sold in Italy, showing a 1.5% increase compared to the previous year, according to the Social Balance Sheet of Fairtrade Italy.

Non-browning bananas have been approved in Japan and Brazil.
Tropic, a biotechnology company specializing in agriculture, has obtained regulatory approval in both Japan and Brazil for its non-browning banana variety. This development allows the company to

"Even after the ceasefire announcement, freight rates have increased, not decreased."
Nawet po ogłoszeniu zawieszenia broni, sytuacja eksportu bananów z Indii do Zatoki Nadal jest zła, a fracht jest głównym powodem - mówi Sagar Rajput z firmy Kulswamini Fruit Export z

"Even after the ceasefire announcement, the freight rates have increased, not decreased."
Po despite the announcement of a ceasefire, the situation remains dire for Indian banana exports to the Gulf, with freight being the main reason, according to Sagar Rajput from Kulswamini Fruit

Premium fruit range has been introduced with a new packaging concept.
Satori SA has introduced a range of fruits including meticulously ripened pitayas, mangoes, avocados, and mini bananas called 'Bananito'. This Gustoline is distributed globally at the height of

"Ten years ago, we transitioned to direct contracts with retailers for our banana production."
Located in Matina, on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, Varcli Pinares is a small-scale family-owned banana company that competes based on quality, sustainability, and brand identity rather than

Russia has rejected shipments of pomelo and pears due to labeling violations.
On March 19-20, 2026, Russian authorities banned the transit of a fruit shipment in the Kurgan region due to labeling violations. Inspectors discovered that a 16.2-ton shipment of Chinese pomelos,

"Dzięki FIPS, opóźnione statki towarowe są natychmiast centralnie wyświetlane" "Thanks to FIPS, delayed cargo ships are immediately centrally displayed"
Bananas are one of the most consumed, yet also the most fragile, fruits and vegetables. The logistical challenges, varying ripening processes, and high demands for quality, traceability, and

Colruyt will donate tons of surplus potatoes to the Food Banks.
Amazon Air has expanded its services to Northeast India, offering delivery speeds up to 5 times faster. The company launched new air cargo routes through Kolkata and Guwahati to serve all seven

The conflict in the Middle East is exacerbating logistical challenges for the global banana industry.
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East have started causing worries about international trade, particularly because of their possible effects on logistics and energy prices. The Association of