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  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Tupai King durian gains popularity in premium market

    A new variety, "Tupai King," is emerging in the competitive premium durian market. Originating from Penang, Malaysia, Tupai King, also known as Squirrel King, is gaining attention for its unique sweet flavor. The variety, though visually …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Guatemala was the world's leading melon exporter in 2024

    In 2024, Guatemala positioned itself as the world's leading melon exporter by volume, surpassing Spain, which had held the lead until 2023. According to a report by Hortoinfo, based on data from the UN Statistics Division COMTRADE using TARIC code …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "For many customers, the carrier is the first point of contact with Spanish producers"

    Refrigerated transport is key to the success and sustainability of commercial relations. The expansion of Murcia's fruit and vegetable crops has promoted the refrigerated transport sector's growth. Goods can travel two or three days to the …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Automated crate erector boosts production efficiency

    For Peka Kroef B.V. in Venray, the future of streamlined production has arrived. Thanks to the HS 1500 crate erecting machine from Reintjes Systems, the company has significantly enhanced its efficiency, speed, and reliability on the production line. The …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Mexican peppers pressure domestic bell pepper pricing

    The supply of green bell peppers out of Coachella, California is peaking right now. "However, it's not in a way that we have too much volume. We should just be stable with our volumes for the next two to three weeks and then we'll start seeing …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Banana suit, Jordan Maddocks reclaims marathon record

    2:33:19 Utah runner Jordan Maddocks reclaimed his Guinness World Record for the fastest marathon run in a fruit costume at the 2025 Boston Marathon. Dressed as a banana, Maddocks completed the race in 2:33:19, surpassing the previous record of 2:35:38 set …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Panama tries to prevent Chiquita's exit from Bocas del Toro

    The president of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, wants to prevent Chiquita from closing its operations in Bocas del Toro at all costs, as the company's departure would affect more than 7,300 workers in the banana sector. "The current situation at Bocas …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "Mangoes are increasingly more well-known in the northern hemisphere, and this opens up new opportunities"

    "Fortunately, our weather conditions allow us to produce and harvest grapes throughout the 52 weeks of the year, supplying both the national market and destinations such as Europe and the United States," stated Nelson Filho, Ibacem's …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Rotterdam congestion hits Peruvian produce exports

    The Port of Rotterdam, a key entry point for perishable goods in Europe, faces congestion challenges, affecting transit times and impacting Southern Hemisphere exporters, including Peru. The delays at Rotterdam have direct implications for Peruvian exports …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    50 kg cocaine seized in St. Petersburg bananas

    In St. Petersburg, Russia's Federal Customs Service, in collaboration with the Russian Interior Ministry, intercepted a consignment of cocaine weighing 50 kilograms. The seized narcotics hold a street value exceeding 500 million rubles ($6.2 million), …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "We have no plans to switch to organic Medjool growing"

    Many Medjool growers of different origins are reporting a growing demand for organic Medjool dates, some of them even announcing a transition to partial or total organic production. For his part, Ramadan Elsayyad, of the Egyptian company Palm Hills, has a …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Frost damages 50% of Moldova’s raspberry crop

    April 2025 brought challenges for Moldovan raspberry growers. As per EastFruit experts, two spring frost waves impacted berry plantations, notably in northern Moldova. "We have been in this business since 2014, and, at least in our experience, this …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    "We are shipping 200 containers of onions per week to Russia"

    Al Solimania is an Egyptian company exporting fresh produce. After a difficult orange season that ended prematurely, the company is recovering thanks to strong Russian demand for onions while also preparing for the upcoming start of the table grape season. …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Global partnership formed for onion set seed production

    Hazera and TOP The Onion Group have announced an exclusive global collaboration for the supply and distribution of set onion seeds. Under the agreement, Hazera will supply onion seed varieties exclusively to TOP, which will be responsible for producing and …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Thanet Earth begins construction of seventh glasshouse

    Thanet Earth, the UK's largest glasshouse complex located in Birchington, Kent, has begun construction on its seventh glasshouse, marking a major step forward in expanding its horticultural operations. The new facility will add 6.5 hectares of lit …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Russia remains top importer of Jeju tangerines

    Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Russia continues to be the primary importer of tangerines from South Korea's Jeju Island. According to the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Russia accounted for 53% of the island's citrus exports last …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    The vast majority of routine border checks on animal and plant shipments to and from the EU will be dropped

    After months of negotiations The UK and EU have agreed a new post-Brexit reset trade deal Sir Keir Starmer declared "Britain is back on the world stage", while European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said it was a "historic moment …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    South Africa urged to diversify trade facing global challenges

    At the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference in Johannesburg, the focus was on South Africa's economic stability amidst global crises. Khaya Sithole, a chartered accountant, emphasized the need for Africa to reassess its production and trade …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral
  • Published on May 20, 2025

    Peru's ginger exports to recover this year

    In 2024, Peru's ginger exports reached 118.3 million dollars, which is 8% less than in 2023. However, this year, the sector anticipates a recovery, stated Edgar Vásquez, director of the Global Economy and Business Research Center of the CIEN-Adex …

    Source: Fresh Plaza - Neutral

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