In the fresh produce business—especially when dealing with vegetables—choosing the right type of plastic packaging is critical. The right packaging not only preserves freshness, hygiene, and safety, but also influences your brand’s reputation. Low-permeability plastics can actually accelerate spoilage by trapping excess moisture or gases. One major concern is Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), a plastic that …

Exporting fresh fruit is a rapidly growing opportunity, driven by increasing global demand for tropical produce from Asia, including Indonesia. But this process isn’t as simple as boxing up your goods and shipping them out. Successful fruit export requires strict compliance with international food safety standards, quality control during transport, and an understanding of import …

According to IndexBox’s 2024 report, the Asia-Pacific region exported over 17 million tons of fruits and berries, valued at $24 billion—an impressive 18% year-over-year growth. But here’s the catch: no matter how high the demand, poorly packaged fruit can be damaged or rejected at ports, leading to major financial losses. Fruit packaging isn’t just about …

Global demand for fresh vegetables continues to rise. According to the FAO Food Price Index (FFPI), the global food price index hit 127.7 points in May 2025—up 6% from the previous year. This trend signals expanding opportunities in international markets for horticultural products, including exports from Indonesia. But as promising as this sounds, exporting vegetables …

Exporting fresh vegetables opens up exciting opportunities in global markets. But one major challenge that exporters—especially new ones—often face is how to ensure their produce stays fresh, safe, and compliant with international packaging standards by the time it reaches its destination. Many first-time exporters suffer losses because their vegetables wilt, get damaged in transit, or …

If you’re running a frozen food business, expanding through a franchise model could be a game-changer. Franchising gives you the flexibility to sell your products both online (via platforms like DoorDash or Uber Eats) and offline, while scaling with lower risk. In this article, we’ll break down the opportunities in the frozen food sector and …