South African fruit body pursues legal action as Cape Town port’s ‘structural failure’ leads to massive losses

The move comes as the industry faces devastating financial losses: over $18.5 million in direct costs, and an estimated $53 million worth of inventory currently at risk.

February 05 , 2026

GEM avocados take center stage in Westfalia Fruit’s global growth strategy

As the exclusive rights holder to GEM in most markets, the company plans to introduce and set the variety apart from competitors around the globe.

February 05 , 2026

Interpoma 2026: Application technology takes center stage at the 14th edition

Interpoma announced the main themes and outline program for its 2026 edition during Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The fair is the only international trade event dedicated exclusively to the apple industry.

February 04 , 2026

A. Duda & Sons and G’s Group acquire Tozer Seeds through joint venture

February 04 , 2026

Camposol launches ORIGEN, its new blueberry genetic improvement program

On the first day of Fruit Logistica in Berlin, the Peruvian powerhouse introduced its first two proprietary varieties—Sol One and Maia Blue.  

February 04 , 2026

StePac’s new modified atmosphere packaging tackles dragon fruit shipping challenges

The journey of dragon fruit from major suppliers in Asia and Latin America to the US can take several weeks, often resulting in quality issues.

February 04 , 2026

Meet Unitec’s innovative sorting solutions and grading technologies for dates 

February 03 , 2026

Panama provisionally appoints Maersk to operate key Panama Canal ports

The decision comes after the Panamanian Supreme Court ruled that the contracts given to Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison Holdings Ltd. to operate the Panama ports are unconstitutional.

February 03 , 2026

California-based Akorn Technology becomes the first US company to win the UAE FoodTech Challenge

CEO Anthony Zografos said the award will help the company establish operations in the Middle East and pilot its edible, plant-based coatings in new markets.

February 03 , 2026

Limoneira appoints Greg Hamm as Chief Financial Officer, succeeding Mark Palamountain

January 30 , 2026