FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
Serbian berry industry embraces next-generation genetics
GPG and Zeleni Hit underline the role of modern varieties, protected production systems and local technical expertise in the future development of Serbia’s raspberry, blackberry and blueberry sectors
CORBANA launches updated Good Agricultural Practices Manual for Banana
The updated publication incorporates technical and scientific advances to support more efficient crop management and strengthen productivity and sustainability in Costa Rica’s banana sector
EU agricultural markets remain resilient despite uncertainty
The European Commission expects EU agricultural markets to remain solid in 2026, although it warns of pressure on producers’ margins and risks linked to climate, energy costs and trade tensions
EU-Mexico Agreement opens a new stage for fruit and vegetable trade
Spanish exports of fruit and vegetables to Mexico reached 3,154 tonnes in 2025, while imports from the Mexican market stood at 14,041 tonnes
National Mango Board drives the success of mangoes in the US
Mango grower and exporter Jorge Pérez, one of the industry members who worked actively on the creation of the National Mango Board, highlighted the “extraordinary” growth experienced by the mango industry in the United States over the past two decades, coinciding with the organisation’s 20th anniversary
Orsero and Trucco join forces to grow in the North American market
Orsero and Trucco have formalised a joint venture, with Orsero entering Trucco’s share capital, combining expertise and a shared long-term development vision for the North American fresh produce marketa
Álvaro Aspée to lead Frutas de Chile’s Table Grape Committee
The agronomist and former agricultural attaché in Beijing will lead a new stage focused on restoring the international competitiveness of Chilean table grapes
Val Venosta organic apples: high-altitude quality, even in summer
During the summer months, maintaining high quality standards in the apple category is one of the most complex challenges for large-scale retailers and specialised grocery stores, a factor that becomes even more relevant in the organic market
Brazil’s fruit exporters seek more financing amid rising demand
Banco do Nordeste says demand for export financing has increased following the start of the Mercosur-European Union agreement, which removed tariffs on Brazilian fruit exports to the European market
Fertilisers and supply security: circular economy could cut Italy’s import dependence
The European ReLEAF project aims to transform organic waste and by-products from the agri-food and fisheries supply chains into bio-based fertilisers, reducing reliance on raw materials imported from outside Europe
Plátano de Canarias consolidates its place in Spanish households
Plátano de Canarias has built one of Spain’s strongest agri-food brands by turning origin, flavour and producer identity into a clear point of differentiation in the banana category
Heatwave drives demand for fresh food and increases risk of waste
With the arrival of summer, fruit, vegetables, salads and cold dishes gain prominence in households, but they also require better planning to prevent them from spoiling before being consumed
