Zespri approves commercial production of RubyRed kiwifruit in Italy

The commercialization of RubyRed Kiwifruit in Italy is covered by Zespri’s existing approval to plant up to 1,000 ha of new variety offshore as approved by growers via producer vote in 2019.

March 20 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: “TRIP” to EbluLUTION in Peru

Fresh produce and blueberry industry expert Diego Castagnasso details his journey visiting a blueberry production site in Pisco, Peru.

March 20 , 2025

Tanzania researchers intensify their focus on developing BBTV resistant banana

The effort is part of the organization's “Combating banana bunchy top virus in East Africa" project, created to develop a harmonized regional strategy for combating BBTV.

March 20 , 2025

Goldenberry Farms launches 2025 sugar mango miniature mango season

The brand has grown in popularity with more than 20 large retailers in the US, Canada, and Europe.

March 20 , 2025

Bako Sweet drives easter sales with themed merchandising displays

March 20 , 2025

Latin American banana exporters not happy with low prices in German supermarket

The banana industry appealed against the low sales prices of a German supermarket and the effects of this practice.

March 20 , 2025

Booming Georgian blueberry industry seeks to grow market share in Europe and Gulf countries

Tornike Phanjavidze, the president and founder of the Georgia Blueberry Growers Association, spoke with Freshfruitportal.com about plantation growth, new technologies, and market prospects in Europe and Asia.

March 20 , 2025

U.S. Court reinstates Staccato cherry plant patent

As a result, Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada is now positioned to advance its claim that the propagation, distribution, and sale of “Glory” trees or cherries infringes on the Staccato patent.

March 20 , 2025

Tahiti lime and its potential for Brazilian growers

Research shows that the Tahiti lime adapts well to Brazil's semi-arid local climatic conditions, producing high-quality fruit with simpler management techniques compared to other citrus species.

March 20 , 2025

Port of Oakland container volume up 8.5%

“Strong import growth indicates the resilience of Northern California’s economy and reflects the confidence cargo owners have in our port,” stated Bryan Brandes, the Port's Maritime Director.

March 19 , 2025