This season’s initial projection for the Pacific Northwest (PNW) pear crop came in at 16.5 million boxes, but the final volume is well above that number. “The forecast was underestimated pretty significantly, and the industry is expecting a total packout about two million boxes over,” says Jeff Correa with USA Pears. The fruit sized up […]
Salix Fruits released its annual review, showcasing the company’s strongest-performing categories in 2025, key logistics developments, and strategic priorities for 2026. In 2025, the company’s performance was led by citrus—particularly lemons and easy peelers—as well as apples and pears across its core destinations. Growth was driven by a larger share of program business with retailers […]
Maersk has appointed Thomas Theeuwes as its new Managing Director for India, Bangladesh & Sri Lanka, effective January 1, 2026. Theeuwes brings nearly two decades of global expertise to the role, most recently serving as Managing Director of the West Africa Area since 2024. Since joining Maersk in Belgium in 2007, he has held senior […]
Morocco enjoyed heavy rainfall in late November and early December, a break from the arid conditions of the long drought that has lasted for seven years. Although important for boosting morale, these rains are not yet enough to put an end to the long drought, according to fruit production engineer Rida Aghori. Aghori, who made […]
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Ukraine imported 123,140 tons of potatoes in January–October 2025, an increase of 5.1 times compared with the same period in 2024, according to a report from the State Customs Service cited by Interfax Ukraine. In value terms, imports rose 4.8 times to US$66.086 million, up from US$13.69 million a year earlier. Poland accounted for 36.9 […]
Nghe An province, Vietnam, is turning to seedless lemons as a promising alternative to traditional orange orchards, which are increasingly affected by greening disease. Seedless lemon trees have proven well-adapted to local soil and climate conditions, delivering high-quality fruit with minimal seeds, thin peel, and high juice content. The trees can bear fruit year-round, start […]
Global garlic-producing regions are navigating a season shaped by uneven supply, shifting trade patterns, and pricing pressure. Italy reports stable garlic pricing supported by steady supply, while Spain is dealing with reduced production, higher costs, and increased pressure from low-cost origins that are reshaping market dynamics. France enters the new season with healthy quality across […]