South Africa and the Netherlands are focusing on reducing food losses in the fruit export chain.
Food loss in South Africa's fruit sector is affecting both domestic supply chains and exports to Europe, with cold-chain disruptions, transport delays, and port congestion reducing fruit quality

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

Job of the Week: Sales and procurement roles at Nationwide Produce
Nationwide Produce PLC is a leading UK-based fresh produce supplier. The company sources a wide range of fruits and vegetables from around the world and supplies them to retailers, wholesalers,

WCO Alert: Retailers' specifications are putting the citrus sector in crisis.
The World Citrus Organization (WCO) has expressed strong concerns about a growing trend among retail outlets: imposing arbitrary standards in their food safety specifications, as reported by

WAO: Avocados top the charts in nutrient-to-water efficiency
At a time when consumers are increasingly seeking foods that are both healthy and environmentally responsible, the World Avocado Organisation (WAO) is celebrating World Avocado Day on July 31 by

Rubyglow pineapple was honored with the 2025 Best Food Innovation Award.
The 2025 World Food Innovation Awards, organized by FoodBev Media, have awarded the Best Food Innovation Award to the Rubyglow pineapple, an exclusive variety grown in the Buenos Aires de

QS: June 7th/World Food Safety Day - How safe is the food we Germans eat?
A total of 89% of respondents perceive the food in this country as (very) safe. This figure has increased by three percentage points compared to the last QS study in 2023. Only just under one in

Del Monte's Rubyglow Pineapple has been named the Best Food Innovation.
Fresh Del Monte Produce has announced that its Rubyglow pineapple was awarded Best Food Innovation at the World Food Innovation Awards 2025.More. Go to the article

Collaborating with AI software enhances the optimization of quality control processes for grapes.
Sun World has announced a strategic partnership with Clarifresh, an AI-powered quality management software for fresh food. This collaboration will allow Sun World to provide new tools to its

Morocco Enters Japan’s Market with First Citrus Shipment
Morocco Foodex announced on Thursday that the Kingdom of Morocco has successfully unloaded its first container of citrus fruit in Japan. This marks Morocco's entry into one of the world's most

Marokańskie owoce cytrusowe trafiają na japoński rynek.
Morocco Foodex announced on Thursday that the first container of Moroccan citrus fruit has been officially unloaded in Japan, marking the Kingdom of Morocco's entry into one of the world's most

Pear brand has been nominated for the World Food Innovation Awards.
Xenia has been nominated in two categories at the upcoming World Food Innovation Awards: "Best Natural Product" and "Best Marketing Campaign." The brand's focus on fresh produce and consumer

Here is a global market overview of onions: Onions are a widely consumed vegetable around the world and play a significant role in many cuisines. The global onion market is driven by factors such as increasing demand for convenience foods, growing aware
The global onion market is currently facing major challenges, including oversupply, fluctuating demand, and price instability impacting various regions. In Europe, high stock levels are putting

Refrigerated transportation and new networks are enhancing the global supply of fresh produce.
Fresh fruits and vegetables are essential for a healthy diet as they provide important vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Public health initiatives around the world encourage consuming

Citrosol introduces CATsystem®, the first automatic control system for post-harvest treatments.
The Valencian company Citrosol has introduced the world's first automatic control system for fungicide treatments, known as CATsystem®, at the 6th conference on technology for the agri-food

Orogel brings innovation to the table.
Among the protagonists of C'è+Gusto, the event dedicated to the food world and the excellences of Made in Italy that took place on October 12 and 13 in Bologna, Orogel, the specialist in fresh

The cultivation of potatoes in China: strengthening food security and economic resilience
Chiinese potato industry has become a crucial part of the country's agricultural sector, playing a key role in ensuring food security, promoting economic development, and tackling environmental

Prevar is on a mission to lead the future of fruit innovation from New Zealand to the world.
Prevar was established in 2004 as a joint venture company, and this year they are celebrating their 20th anniversary in business. Located in Hawke's Bay, New Zealand, Prevar is owned by industry

"There is no more waiting for avocados to ripen and no more food waste."
14 years ago, AvoFresh made its debut on shelves in Australia, thanks to the father and son team of David and Trent DePaoli. With over 50 years of combined experience in farming and food

The first seedless blackberry in the world
Innovation in food genetics continues to amaze the world, and recently took a step forward with the development of the world's first blackberry with soft and small seeds, created by the American

Pairwise has successfully developed the first seedless blackberry using CRISPR technology.
Pairwise, a company specialized in genetics-based innovation in food and agriculture, has successfully developed the world's first seedless blackberry. This breakthrough was achieved using the

"Raising awareness about preserving germplasm is essential for addressing the challenges of climate change, malnutrition, and food insecurity."
Coorected: Every year, the world experiences approximately USD 220 billion in annual global economic losses due to damages to plants and crops from invasive pest species. The International Day of

NORMA's environmental footprint significantly improved once again thanks to sustainable IFCO returnable crates
The food discounter and the world's leading provider of reusable crates, known as RPCs, entered into a long-term partnership in 2023. The aim was to reduce single-use packaging in the supply chain

Leafy greens can last longer thanks to some simple stickers
Leafy greens are a common ingredient in many healthy meals. But, they often spoil during shipment or on the store shelf. This is part of a bigger problem of food waste. A recent study from a

McCain Foods pushes regenerative farming practices
The world’s largest manufacturer of frozen potato products, McCain Foods, has today published details of the progress it is making towards sustainable farming committments around the globe. In