The effects of the new global landscape on trade

A panel of experts discusses the impact of geopolitical changes on ports at a webinar organized by The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH). 

March 17 , 2025

Canada announces investment of more than $1M to address farmers' health and safety

The funding will be used to improve farm safety and reduce the risk of injuries in Canadian agriculture through national leadership, training programs, awareness campaigns, and on-farm resources.

March 17 , 2025

Tru-Cape's role in the African consumer shift in apple and pear variety preferences

50% of all Tru-Cape South Africa apples are sold locally, and thanks to strategic company decisions, the apple varieties preferred by the local population in the continent have shifted and expanded. 

March 17 , 2025

Zespri’s first kiwifruit charter of 2025 departs for China

The vessel Kowhai—named by Zespri in 2020—is carrying 1.2 million trays, or around 5,400 tonnes, of Zespri SunGold Kiwifruit and 16 containers of Zespri RubyRed Kiwifruit.

March 14 , 2025

Global fruit puree market to reach $10B by 2035

The application of fruit puree in sectors such as dairy, bakery, infant food, and beverages further drives market demand. An emerging trend towards vegan and plant-based diets has also enhanced the appeal of fruit purees. 

March 14 , 2025

Berry Fresh Sweet Karoline blackberry season is underway!

Sweet Karoline has been in-market for about 4 years and with each year Berry Fresh is learning more about how the variety behaves and increasing their distribution of the product with customers. Solely grown in Mexico currently, the season spans from February to June with a spring peak.

March 14 , 2025

California Berry Cultivars announces commercial release of two new strawberry varieties

These additions join CBC's established varieties, Adelanto, Belvedere, and Alturas, to create a comprehensive portfolio addressing critical production challenges.

March 14 , 2025

Plátanos de Canarias program to help bring awareness to kids of plantain's nutritional benefits

The collaboration's focus is to battle childhood obesity, which the organization says is a front-and-center issue in Spain. 

March 14 , 2025

Africa's largest avocado exporter resumes shipments after six-month suspension

Sea shipments from Kenya were suspended on October 25, 2024, due to immature fruit in varieties including Hass, Fuerte, and Pinkerton. Freshfruitportal.com spoke with Muthomi Ernest, CEO of the Avocado Society of Kenya, about the industry's current state. 

March 14 , 2025

Peruvian trade saw 31% value increase at the beginning of 2025

ADEX President Julio Pérez Alván explained that January marked the ninth consecutive month of growth, partially driven by increased volumes of grapes, mangoes, and cocoa beans.

March 14 , 2025