Chilean fruit sector on high alert as heatwave sparks wildfires
Chilean fruit exporter association Asoex has expressed growing concern over hundreds of wildfires triggered by the heatwave engulfing large parts of the country. Asoex president Iván Marambio

Frozen apricot market in Europe: why sales increased in January 2023
EastFruit continues a series of reviews of the frozen fruit, berry, and vegetable market. The first analytical report was devoted to the harsh situation in the European frozen raspberry market and

UNICA displays a catalogue full of trends at Fruit Logistica
For three days in Berlin, UNICA will showcase its full commercial potential, its new packaging and product innovations and its firm commitment to sustainability. In the current economic climate,

"We are seeing a high demand for robots right now"
At B2A, a northern Italian company, the number of requests for robotic equipment is constantly increasing. The company recently celebrated its 10th anniversary and will exhibit at Fruit Logistica.

Mexican lemon crop going longer this year
Lemon supplies are still coming out of Mexico. “That’s where we’re pulling from. Mexico has gone a really long time this year--it’s longer than usual,” says Paul G. Gonzalez of River

"Germany - My Garden. launches recipe app
The culinary creations from "Germany - My Garden. are now available directly on your mobile phone. From classic recipes to exotic delights and from baking recipes to 3-course meals, the app offers

C. Valenciana beats its record for abandoned land
A study by the Valencian Farmers' Association (AVA-ASAJA), based on the Ministry of Agriculture's Esyrce survey, shows that in 2022 the agricultural area of the Valencian Community ceased to be

Russia imported 5,000 tons of Turkmeni tomatoes
Since the beginning of 2023, Rosselkhoznadzor for the Moscow region has inspected over 270 vehicles and carried out quarantine phytosanitary control of about 5 thousand tons of fresh tomatoes that

Cash-strapped consumers turn to Lidl
Savvy shoppers who are seeking to make savings on their groceries are turning their backs on premium priced supermarkets in favour of Lidl GB, the discounter claims. Across the past 12 months,

Fruit and vegetable price trends as at 6 February
The cold weather has also led to a jump in cauliflower and artichoke prices. Tarocco oranges are on the rise, with demand focusing on smaller gauges for juicing: first consignments of Washington

#Repartofresh. The departmental logic of Gros Maestri del fresco
Scenic displays to enhance seasonality and capture consumers' attention. The stores in the Gros Maestri del Fresco network are distinctive for the solutions adopted in the fruit and vegetable

"The right light improves development and reduces costs"
Vivai Bacchetto from Chioggia (Venice) produces 600 million plants a year thanks to customized artificial lighting obtained in collaboration with C-Led. Left to right: Marco Battalliard, Roberto

Strong earthquake leads to logistical complications in Turkey
A massive earthquake has hit both Turkey and Syria. Next to the tragic loss of human life, the earthquake will also have consequences for growers and traders that planned on traveling to Fruit