FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
Fyffes puts a spooky spin on pineapples this Halloween
Fyffes, the global pineapple and banana producer, is adding a spooky, tropical twist to Halloween by inviting consumers to carve lanterns out of pineapples instead of pumpkins
A strong year: Royal HZPC Group breaks new ground
The annual financial statements show that two major milestones have been reached for the first time: global revenue exceeded €500 million, and total worldwide tonnage passed the 1 million mark
Ecuador’s banana export growth slows despite fourth consecutive monthly increase
Ecuador’s banana exports continue to lose momentum, even after recording their fourth consecutive month of growth, according to Reefertrends, citing data from the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador (AEBE)
EU agriculture ministers debate the ‘green architecture’ of the next CAP
EU agriculture ministers met in Luxembourg to exchange views on the so-called “green architecture” proposed by the European Commission for the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) after 2027
Peruvian blueberries eye expansion into new Asian destinations
Talks to secure phytosanitary access to Vietnam, New Zealand, and Japan are reportedly moving forward, as Peru continues to strengthen its global leadership in blueberry exports
Spanish avocado production expected to grow by up to 30% this season
The Spanish Avocado and Mango Interprofessional Organization (OIAM) has announced the start of the Spanish avocado season with highly positive expectations
South Africa to export 6% more stone fruit
Hortgro forecasts an 18% rise in nectarine shipments as access to the Chinese market opens new diversification opportunities for South African growers
Chilean kiwi season ends on a high note with quality set as the key focus for 2026
Despite record global supply from New Zealand, Chilean kiwi exports grew by 2% in 2025, surpassing projections and reaffirming the country’s strong position in international markets. The focus for the next campaign will be on flower management and higher harvest standards to maintain quality and consistency
Europe joins forces to develop green pesticides against crop-threatening pests
Spain, Italy, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Norway, Belgium, and Switzerland have joined an ambitious project to develop green pesticides that can replace toxic synthetic chemicals used against pests and pathogens threatening key food security crops. The initiative will use biological residues such as used coffee grounds, forest biomass, and aquatic materials as raw sources
Fruitnet Tomato Congress arrives in Málaga
Fruitnet’s leading international event for the global fresh tomato industry comes to Málaga on 11–12 November, bringing together key players and decision-makers from across Europe to discuss, connect, and explore the future of the tomato category
AECOC calls for a comprehensive national plan to boost Spain’s productivity
The President of AECOC, Ignacio González, has called for a serious and structured national plan to address Spain’s productivity challenges, structured around four key pillars: increasing the active population, improving workforce skills, raising productivity levels, and tackling absenteeism
POLYFLY awarded at Euroseeds 2025
POLYFLY introduces a new category of “managed” pollinators – hoverflies – to enhance seed production yield and quality
