FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
European agri-food sector faces a crisis potentially worse than 2021–2022
Supply disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz could drive sharp cost increases and accelerate the shift towards biological alternatives
IFEMA and Fiera Milano Brasil renew Fruit Attraction São Paulo until 2033
Following the success of its first editions, both organisers will continue co-hosting the leading trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector in Brazil for another seven years
Fresh produce prices expected to rise as Middle East tensions disrupt supply chains
Ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are beginning to impact fresh produce markets, with industry sources warning of rising prices and growing supply challenges across Europe
Yuksel Seeds Joins the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA)
Yuksel Seeds is proud to announce that it has officially become a member of the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) as of March 2026
Macfrut to showcase a dual testing field focused on horticulture and fruit growing innovation
Artificial intelligence in the field, next-generation agricultural machinery and technological solutions for more sustainable farming with reduced labour requirements will be among the key highlights of the dynamic areas at Macfrut, the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector, taking place at the Rimini Expo Centre from Tuesday, April 21 to Thursday, April 23, 2026
Mastronardi launches SUNSET® Tomato Branch
Changing consumer behaviour, evolving retail dynamics and the need for greater production efficiency are increasingly shaping varietal development in the greenhouse sector. At Mastronardi Produce, recent innovations in tomatoes and specialty crops highlight how these factors are converging to redefine both breeding priorities and product design
Record rains threaten Australia’s table grape harvest
Australia’s multi-billion-dollar table grape industry is facing a growing crisis after record rainfall hit the Sunraysia region, the country’s main production hub
Maersk introduces global emergency surcharge amid rising fuel costs
Danish shipping giant A.P. Moller-Maersk has announced the implementation of a temporary Emergency Bunker Surcharge (EBS) on a global scale, effective from March 25, in response to rising fuel costs linked to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East
Spain imports four times more avocados from Peru than from Morocco
Imports of avocados from Peru continue to grow strongly in the Spanish market, consolidating the Andean country as the leading supplier of this tropical fruit. In 2025, Spain imported nearly four times more Peruvian avocados than Moroccan ones, in a context of steadily rising demand across Europe
Kiwi, nutrition and movement: Jingold strengthens its commitment to wellness
Jingold promotes a culture of wellbeing that combines healthy eating and an active lifestyle, highlighting the properties of kiwi on social media with the support of nutritionists and health professionals. One million users reached and thousands of interactions
The EU-Mercosur agreement will enter provisional application on May 1
On that date, the commercial provisions of the agreement will begin to be applied, as confirmed by the European Commission
AgroFresh highlights a system approach at Fruitnet Berry Congress
AgroFresh, a global leader in post-harvest solutions, successfully participated as a Platinum Sponsor, exhibitor, and speaker at the Fruitnet Berry Congress 2026, held on 19–20 March in London
