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The export of Scottish seed potatoes increased in the 2024/25 season, from 92,000 tonnes the previous year to 104,000 last year. The 2025/26 marketing year will end in April, but figures up until the end of February were at 93,000 tonnes, which are in line with 2024/25 tonnages at the same point. read more

Morocco remained the main non-EU supplier of tomatoes to the European Union at the end of 2025, accounting for 70.6 per cent of EU tomato imports from third countries. These figures were reported by Spain's Agriculture Ministry, based on Eurostat data. According to the report, EU imports of Moroccan tomatoes... read more

Arance are fighting against winter illnesses, a combination now well-known to consumers. Less known is their role in aiding athletes, a factor that could help companies in a different positioning. read more

Greenhouse growers have reported delayed or inconsistent flowering in potted dahlias. A recent study from Michigan State University (MSU) has shown that exposing the plants to five to 10 short days can help accelerate flowering while also minimizing tuber production. In Figure 1, it is observed that for the Dahlia 'Venti Tequila Sunrise', the time to flower was slightly shorter. read more

The Garden Centre Association (GCA) Barometer of Trade (BoT) figures for January have been released, showing a 'very good' start to the year despite the wet weather. Out of the 13 categories that garden centres track, 10 saw an increase compared to January 2025, with the food hall/farm shop category recording a growth of +15.31%. read more

The fight against fraud also involves a click. Six months after the launch of the anonymous reporting platform, AGEA presents the first results of a tool that is already proving its effectiveness in strengthening the fight against fraud in agriculture and in protecting funds. read more

The Dominican Republic closed 2025 with a record export figure of over 15.9 billion dollars, which is 14% higher than in 2024. Segismundo Morey emphasized the resilience of its productive sector and the ability of companies to adapt post-pandemic. "This achievement took place in a favorable macroeconomic environment, with..." read more

Chile exported 91 tons of blueberries in the cumulative total to week 6 of the 2025/26 season, a 6% increase compared to the same period last year. The figures are based on a report prepared by Decofrut using data from Expordata, Frutas de Chile, and the consultancy. The campaign was affected by read more

Spain: Alcampo boosts the fight against food waste with 'Happy Box'. The grocery retailer's 'Happy Box' initiative saw a 55% growth in 2025, both in terms of units sold and tonnes of food saved. In the previous fiscal year, Alcampo sold nearly 200,000 Happy Boxes, preventing over 620 tonnes of food waste. read more

Wit Ramadan approaching, dates are making a comeback in market stalls, bazaars, and supermarket shelves across Turkey. According to data from the Turkish Statistical Institute, the demand for dates is on the rise, as seen in both import and export figures. Ramadan is a time of fasting from dawn to dusk. read more

Olive cultivation is becoming more and more appealing to farmers in the Spanish province of Castellón, as official figures indicate. With the promise of higher profitability and lower maintenance costs, an increasing number of farmers are transitioning from citrus fruits, stone fruits, and almonds to olives, as reported by Castellón Al Día. read more

The majority of Egypt's date export quota to Turkey for 2026 has been filled in just six weeks. According to the free trade agreement between Egypt and Turkey, a quota of 5,000 tonnes of dates can be exported each year. As of February 12, the Turkish Ministry of Trade figures show that only 814 tonnes have been exported so far. read more

The winners of the 2026 IPM Essen Novelty Showcase were recently announced, featuring the most promising new plant introductions. A total of 42 entries from 27 exhibitors participated in this year's competition, with eight varieties receiving awards in six categories. One of the notable innovations that received recognition was the Fignomenal Fig (Ficus). read more

Fig producers in Valinhos, São Paulo, have started the 2025/26 harvest, which began in November. The output in the municipality is projected to reach 4,000 tons, which is 5% higher than the previous season, despite unstable weather conditions during the production cycle. Valinhos has 410 rural properties, of which... read more

The European Potato Processors’ Association (EUPPA) has published its Facts and Figures for 2025, outlining the scale and structure of Europe’s potato processing sector. According to the data, EUPPA members account for more than 90 percent of Europe’s processed potato market. read more

While December was a good month for floriculture, the year has started with a decline in turnover for Royal FloraHolland. The monthly figures show that the average turnover of cut flowers and houseplants in January 2026 decreased compared with January 2025. Garden plants were the only group to read more

According to Agriculture and Forestry Minister İbrahim Yumaklı, Turkey exported 4.2 million tons of fresh fruit and vegetables in 2024 and 2.5 million tons in 2025, with returned shipments accounting for 0.1 percent of total exports. The minister shared these figures in response to a query. read more

The European Potato Processors' Association (EUPPA) has published its Facts and Figures for 2025, outlining the scale and structure of Europe's potato processing sector. According to the data, EUPPA members account for more than 90 per cent of Europe's processed potato production in terms of value. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader) in Michoacán announced the establishment of two laboratories dedicated to producing beneficial insects that combat the Diaphorina pest, which affects lemon crops throughout the state. This initiative is part of the Michoacán Plan for Peace and Justice. read more

The hurricane Harry that devastated Sicily in recent days not only irreparably disfigured the landscape, but also marked a turning point for the island's citrus farming industry. read more