FRUIT AND VEGETABLE NEWS
Widespread deficit in hydraulic infrastructure investments
As a new hydrological project for 2028-2033 approaches, 29.2% of hydraulic infrastructures remain unbuilt despite being approved in various river basin plans
Geopolitics, economy, and fruits & vegetables
I’m writing these lines with less than 48 hours until Donald Trump takes office in the White House once again. His arrival undeniably signals a concerning shift in the international geopolitical landscape
US imported fewer Spanish products in 2024
Spanish´s fresh produce exports to the US fell in both volume and value terms during the January-October period
Citrosol will present CATsystem® and GREENFOG-AS at Fruit Logistica
Citrosol will bring its two main innovations to the Berlin fair, with CATsystem® as a finalist for the FLIA Technology 2025 Award
Asfertglobal grows by 20%
The company reports a 20% increase in business volume in the last fiscal year, driven by international expansion and strong growth in its established markets
Artificial Intelligence transforms the retail sector
Major retailers are increasingly leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize their operations and reduce costs amid rising labor expenses
Rijk Zwaan: “Collaboration is the Key to Success”
The company will showcase its innovations and strengthen collaborations at Fruit Logistica 2025
Anecoop introduces Red Bouquet
Red Bouquet is the new brand for its range of blood oranges, a product that, thanks to the accumulation of certain bioactive antioxidant components, offers distinct aesthetic, taste, and nutritional properties
Cosmic Crisp® reaches 21,000 Tons
The harvest of this variety totals 21,000 tons, and thanks to its exceptional storage capability, the apple will be available during spring and summer
Bonnysa Banana increases its score in the 2025 flavor of the year
The brand once again positions itself as the consumers’ favorite banana, with a recognizable name and superior quality
Promising avocado campaign exceeding 70,000 Tons
After several challenging seasons, the Spanish Association of Tropical Fruits (AET) predicts a 15-20% increase in production compared to 2023/24
Timac Agro takes a step forward in biocontrol
Timac Agro has expanded the use of its biological fungicide, TUSAL, to include oranges and potatoes, two crops of great economic and agricultural importance in Spain
