Exotic fruit
All the news and market analysis for worldwide exotic fruit industry, including exotic fruit growers, exotic fruit production, and the import and export of exotic fruit.
Indonesia durian moves closer to China access
Chinese officials travel to Indonesia to audit production and packhouses
Dole orders 400 Star Cool 1.1 units with Sekstant telematics
Dole is upgrading its reefer containers in order to gain more detailed data insights and improve overall operational efficiency
Uruguay gets green light to export fresh persimmons to Brazil
With 211mn inhabitants, Brazil becomes a promising new market for Uruguayan growers
Analysis: Ecuador looks beyond bananas for growth
Wayne Prowse highlights the country’s new success in tropical products like mangoes, dragon fruit, pineapples and avocados
Peru explores pitahaya export potential
Shipments growing fast from a low base, with Camposol leading the charge
Anecoop enjoyed record turnover in 2023/24
The agri-food cooperative presented results for 2023/24 at its AGM in Algemesí, with turnover and sales volumes increasing
Vietnam’s fresh produce exports to China plunge 43 per cent
News tied to China’s increased requirements on durian imports
Colombian physalis exports keep on growing
Shipments exceeded US$40mn for the first time last year
Spanish exports to the US grew slightly in 2024
With US trade at the forefront of the news cycle, Fepex has revealed that fresh produce shipments climbed in volume and value last year, albeit from a low base
Stellar line-up for Fresh Produce India
India’s premier business event is back in Mumbai on 3-4 April with an exciting line-up of top speakers, unique experiences and first-rate networking opportunities
Ecuador makes first fruit exports to Argentina
A 35-tonne consignment of Hass avocados and red dragon fruit sent to Argentina
Fruit Logistica: Tropical transformation – robust logistics networks for avocados, mangoes and more
The Port of Barcelona’s Carles Mayol looked at the development of logistics and transport networks supporting the surge in demand for tropical fruit
Eosta introduces organic Medjool dates from Morocco
Morocco’s proximity makes it an ideal source for organic Medjool dates, according to the Dutch organics specialist, ensuring fast and flexible deliveries to respond to market demand
Vietnam’s durian exports to China plummet 80 per cent this month
Decline follows China’s updated inspection measures after discovering Auramine O residues in Thai shipments late last year
Turkey’s Alanar shifts focus to own stonefruit production
Turkish grower-exporter Alanar has announced its decision to export only its own production of cherries, apricots and figs in order to prioritise quality and control, as well as reducing the financial risk
First ever sea shipment of Indian pomegranates arrives in Australia
Successful commercial trial comes as India’s pomegranate exports see 20 per cent surge
Date industry booms in Jordan
Ayham Fakheralden of Spectra Dates tells Fruitnet that “massive money” is being invested in the sector
Neolithics calls for data collaboration to cut waste
A staggering 46 per cent of fruit never reaches the consumer, according to David Kat of Neolithics, who spoke at Fruit Logistica about the importance of data collection and data sharing to reduce waste along the produce supply chain
Adventurous tastes help tropicals shine
Tropical fruit is enjoying promising UK sales growth as new shoppers buy into the category and suppliers focus on resilience amid climatic and logistical challenges
Thai durian bound for China found contaminated with yellow dye
Thailand’s Agriculture Department has suspended the export licences of 26 durian wholesalers in response
Still more room for growth in China’s durian market
Economic forecaster BMI expects South-East Asia to expand durian production as China’s demand continues to rise
Vietnamese durian exporters turned away at the Chinese border
Durian sellers call on locals for support as they struggle with China’s new screening regulations
Abrafrutas expects fruit exports to soar thanks to EU-Mercosur
Brazil’s sales could top US$1.8bn by 2029, according to the country’s fruit export association
IPD highlights melon varieties at Fruit Logistica
Import Promotion Desk will host over 40 companies on its stand in Berlin, presenting a broad range of products and sources, including a wide assortment of melons from Brazil, Morocco and Egypt
Papaya is fastest-growing fruit, reports Tesco
Supermarket is seeing soaring demand for a range of exotic fruits
Thailand tightens durian export quality control
Chinese authorities enforce stricter inspections after a durian shipment was rejected for lack of BY2 certificate
Seafrigo moves into Vietnam
Tropical fruit and seafood will drive company’s export business from Vietnam
Key challenges in the produce sector drive automation trend
MAF Roda’s Vincent Boulbes, export sales manager, Daniel Bourdin, general manager for China, and Chris Bray, New Zealand business development manager, discuss the drivers of automation and the challenges and opportunities in sorting
Indonesian government pursues fresh durian deal with China
Facility review set for January could see a MoU signed between the two countries
IPD showcases developing countries in Berlin
The Import Promotion Desk will offer a platform to more than 40 companies from nine countries at Fruit Logistica
Korea removes tariffs on imported fruits
Government to continue tariff exemption for bananas, pineapples and other key products in first six months of 2025
Coming soon: Fresh Focus South Africa 2025
Fruitnet’s special annual publication brings the best of South Africa’s fresh produce export business to the attention of buyers worldwide
Turkey’s Alya Fruits committed to top service
In the face of today’s plethora of challenges, Turkish exporter Alya Fruits continues to be focused on quality, innovation and expanding its global reach, says CEO Ceyhun Gündüz
BayWa plans to sell T&G, suggests Reuters report
Agency cites company presentation that apparently predicted sale after 2025
Edeka’s new distribution hub set to double fruit and veg volume
Leading German grocery retailer has invested more than €60mn to build a brand new handling and ripening centre for imported fresh produce
Bella Fruitiva sees breadfruit potential in Europe
European demand for breadfruit has been so strong that Mauritian exporter Bella Fruitiva has decided to start its own production, according to managing director Vickram Meghu