The world’s southernmost hazelnut processing plant set for full-capacity by 2027

Designed to diversify Chilean exports, the venture also expands opportunities for value-added products like flour and fruit paste.

September 22 , 2026

Fresh California figs stretch the season into fall

Strong supplies are giving the produce aisle a fig-ment of summer as weather cools, and providing retailers key late-season merchandising opportunities through October.

September 22 , 2026

South Africa puts early end to Valencia orange exports to Europe 

The last inspection day for production from the Western and Northern Cape provinces will be September 27th.

September 22 , 2026

SanLucar wins the “Supplier of the Year Award 2026“ in Singapore

September 21 , 2026

Kissabel welcomes the Northern Hemisphere season 

The red-fleshed apple is taking over the US, the UK, and Europe with campaigns tailor-made to leverage the Halloween and fall moments in each market. 

September 21 , 2026

The avocado ripeness challenge: The industry is harnessing technology to win over consumers in India

Designed to make picking fruit easier, Westfalia Fruit’s Ripe-O-Meter seeks to familiarize building confidence among uninitiated shoppers.

September 21 , 2026

The new era of blueberry genetics: Innovations and market outlook for new variety releases – Part 1

Next-generation breeding programs are reshaping yield, shelf life, and flavor profiles to help growers meet rising retail standards and withstand shifting global climates.

September 21 , 2026

Breakfast and sliced applications drive avocado menu expansion amid shifting trends, HAB says

Rising Gen Z affinity for globally inspired fusion formats like birria ramen and sushi burritos is reshaping how operators feature the fruit.

September 21 , 2026

National Mango Board features the fruit as the star of Hispanic Heritage Month 

A campaign by the National Mango Board highlights the cultural value of the fruit among Latino communities in the United States and its potential to boost sales.

September 21 , 2026

Blueberry compound may help curb fat buildup in muscle cells

Lab findings suggest a naturally occurring substance could help reduce muscle fat accumulation without side effects.

September 18 , 2026