Protected and soilless cultivation systems continue to gain traction, with Italian nurseries widely recognised among the best in the world. These operations require different lighting solutions depending on the growth stage of the plants. It is within this context that C-Led, a company based in Imola (Bologna) and part of the Cefla Group, has positioned […]
Kashmir apple growers are raising alarms over the India-New Zealand Free Trade Agreement, which proposes a reduction in import duties on New Zealand apples. Mohammad Akbar Dar, a seasoned grower, warned that the move could inflict serious losses on the local industry. “The reduction of tax for imported apples means death to the local industry. […]
[embedded content] ARS researchers in East Lansing, MI in collaboration with Michigan State University, developed a new dual-arm harvesting robot to enhance fruit harvest efficiency and cost effectiveness. The new robot demonstrated up to a 34% improvement in harvesting efficiency, compared to the single-arm robot, with great potential for further performance enhancement. Harvesting labor is […]
Both the Turkish citrus and the pomegranate seasons are dealing with their own sets of challenges this year, says Akin Söyleyen, marketing manager for Turkish fruit exporter Aksun: “The citrus and pomegranate season are underway, grappling with a mix of persistent challenges. Notably, the climbing operational and marginal costs are significantly driving up the final […]
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The IQF fruit market continues to demonstrate resilience, supported by constrained supply and persistent demand across multiple categories. Berries remain the primary driver of current market strength. Strawberry volumes vary by origin, with Mexico short on supply, Peru progressing normally, and Chile slightly behind expectations. Egypt’s new crop is developing on schedule, while organic medium […]
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 […]