FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
Algarve Citrus PGI targets growth in European markets
The international campaign “Get the Taste. Feel the Sun” brought journalists and influencers from France, Germany and Belgium to the Algarve to discover one of southern Europe’s leading citrus-producing regions
Peru exports nearly 383,000 tonnes of blueberries this season
The Peruvian blueberry campaign closed in line with forecasts, while varietal renewal, fruit quality and post-harvest performance continue to shape the sector’s evolution
A new threat spreads along the Mediterranean coast
Mediterranean citrus production is facing a new phytosanitary concern. The oleander mealybug, known in Spain as cotonet de la adelfa, is expanding its presence across the Levantine citrus-growing area and has already been detected more frequently in mandarin, lemon and orange orchards in areas such as Murcia, Valencia and Castellón
Jingold strengthens southern hemisphere presence
Jingold, the Italian company specialised in premium kiwifruit, has moved into the heart of its southern hemisphere commercial season, supported by production in Chile, Argentina and South Africa. This structure allows the brand to guarantee continuity of supply for its premium varieties to the main European markets during the summer months
IFCO launches TRLLN, a pioneering Tracking-as-a-Service solution for global asset visibility
TRLLN applies IFCO’s supply chain expertise to help companies address one of logistics’ most persistent challenges: limited visibility across large, fast-moving asset networks
Spanish lemon season closes with record prices and higher exports
Spain’s 2025/26 lemon season has closed with production of around 1.05 million tonnes, in line with pre-season forecasts. Although the campaign was shorter than the previous one due to a smaller crop, particularly in the Verna segment, the sector has ended the season with a very positive commercial balance
Europe maintains its pear production levels
Limitations in crop protection tools and labour availability remain among the sector’s main challenges
Messe Berlin Americas and CNA join forces to boost Mexican fresh produce
Messe Berlin Americas and the National Agricultural Council (CNA) have announced a multi-year strategic alliance to strengthen Mexico’s position in global agri-food value chains and open up new international business opportunities for the country’s fresh fruit and vegetable sector
Costa Rica launches pineapple and cassava promotion campaign in France
As part of its expansion in European markets, PROCOMER has launched a series of in-store activations in France to promote the quality, responsible origin and premium positioning of two of Costa Rica’s flagship agricultural products: pineapple and cassava.
Andreas Birmoser appointed President of Pro Carton
Birmoser succeeds Michele Bianchi, CEO of RDM Group, who has served as President for the past four years. During this time, Pro Carton navigated a period of significant change, including the integration of another cartonboard association and evolving into a 360° industry body. This came as policymakers and businesses prepared for the EU’s Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR)
Eosta targets fresh juice growth with Organic Raingrown Oranges from Peru
The company sees strong potential in the supermarket fresh juice segment thanks to the oranges’ high juice content, stable Brix levels and growing consumer concern over pesticide residues
Planasa consolidates its international prestige in varietal breeding
Several blueberry and strawberry varieties and advanced selections have received the Superior Taste Award, granted by the International Taste Institute in Brussels
