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

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

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

Planasa brings together key industry players at its Meet&Greet Field Day

The event aimed to bring together the leading players in the berry sector and welcomed over 200 attendees, including technicians and buyers from major retailers and marketers across Europe and growers from key global regions.

March 13 , 2025

Agronometrics in Charts: Why trade tariffs could shake the U.S. avocado market

Mexican avocados have been exempt from tariffs since 1994, but a recently proposed 25% tariff on Mexican agricultural products has caused concern in the sector.

March 13 , 2025

Polish blueberry hub working on market diversification

While interest in a standard level of fruit is increasing, the demand for the premium category is also growing.

March 13 , 2025

U.S. tree nut industry members discuss diversification, India, and marketing efforts

Leaders in the U.S. tree nut industry tell Freshfruitportal.com about their work to penetrate the Indian market, other markets on their radar, and their marketing efforts to solidify their position in new countries.

March 13 , 2025

Quality of Brazilian oranges has dropped this year

The fruit has a lower than desirable brix-to-acidity ratio, which affects the quality of the orange juice.

March 13 , 2025

Report shows Peruvian avocado plantings to slow down in the next five years

Several socioeconomic, climate, and political changes have affected the Peruvian avocado market in the last five years.

March 13 , 2025

Zespri ZAG Innovation Fund kicks off second year

Launched in November 2023, ZAG aims to engage innovators and experts to enhance climate resilience within food systems and develop solutions that prioritize productivity and environmentally friendly practices for kiwifruit cultivation.

March 12 , 2025