FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
South Africa adjusts its citrus season without slowing its growth
South Africa’s 2026 citrus season is heading towards lower export volumes than initially forecast and also below the 2025 closing figure
Grapefruit production expected to reach 114,000 tonnes in the 2026/27 season
This season will mark the consolidation of Spain as a leading supplier to the European market
Lemon harvest increases by 19%
The strategic priorities for this new lemon season focus on two objectives: consolidating the leadership of Limón de España through its guarantee of European origin and freshness and generating profitability for all links in the supply chain
Sinclair addresses consumer behaviour in compostable labelling
Clear disposal instructions, such as “Place in the compost bin”, will help consumers ensure compostable fruit labels enter the correct waste stream
Bollo strengthens its sustainability plan
Bollo Natural Fruit has published its 2025 Sustainability Report, marked by two major milestones that reinforce the company’s progress towards a model increasingly aligned with positive impact across all areas
Tomatoes and peppers lose ground among Almería’s greenhouse crops
The two main fresh produce crops grown under cover in Almería are seeing their acreage decline, by 300 hectares for peppers and 100 hectares for tomatoes
Citrus season forecast points to a 1% increase
The Citrus Sector Committee reported that production for the 2026/27 season is forecast at 5.7 million tonnes, 1.1% higher than last season, although output will remain 4.2% below the average for the past five years
Interpoma 2026: the apple orchard of the future takes shape at The Orchard of the Future
Drones, precision spraying, sensors and UV-C technologies applied to apple cultivation will take centre stage at the FieraMesse H1 Eventspace. Visitors will also have the opportunity to choose the most interesting solution through the Visitors’ Choice Award
The agri-food sector faces a period shaped by costs, climate and supply
Allianz Trade’s Sector Atlas, a shareholder of Solunion, classifies the risk level of the global agri-food industry as “sensitive” amid pressure on margins and growing uncertainty
ORRi marks four years of international recognition
The ORRi variety has received the Superior Taste Award for the fourth consecutive year, presented by the International Taste Institute (ITI) in Brussels
European Organic Day: VOG’s organic team for the new season
The new organic apple harvest has started in a favourable market environment. VOG’s organic range combines a complete and segmented offer, ensuring long shelf life, consistent quality and continuous supply, confirming the Consortium as a key partner for managing the category in European retail
Fyffes launches new sustainability strategy
The tropical produce company sets new commitments across climate, agriculture, packaging, food waste, human rights and community impact, including gender parity in senior leadership positions
