Nuts

The International Nut and Dried Fruit Council has released updated 2025/26 hazelnut production estimates, indicating a decrease in expected volumes in Turkey and Italy, and an increase in output in Chile and the United States. Turkey, the largest hazelnut producer globally, is forecasted to harvest 500,000 metric tons. read more

The campaign for the famous Perigord walnut was launched on November 7th. It provided an opportunity to assess the situation both locally and nationally. Fabien Joffre, president of the Professional Union for Perigord walnuts, walnut kernels, and walnut oil, and vice-president of read more

Since its establishment in 1949, the UNECE Working Party on Agricultural Quality Standards (WP.7) has developed over 120 commercial quality standards for fresh fruit and vegetables, dried fruit and nuts, and seed potatoes. These standards serve as a universal trading language that enables producers to communicate effectively. read more

In the past decade, hazelnut cultivation in Serbia has seen rapid growth, largely due to the strong presence of Ferrero and its partnership with local producers, as well as subsidies from the Serbian Ministry of Agriculture. Since 2021, hazelnut production has continued to thrive. read more

CPJ Erasmus & Seun operates a mixed fruit and vegetable business in the Letsitele Valley, with 350 hectares dedicated to vegetables and 700 hectares to citrus. Bell peppers are the main crop, supported by sweetcorn, butternut, and small volumes of green beans. The citrus varieties grown include pomelo, oranges, and soft citrus fruits. read more

Nuno Russo, executive director of the Portugal Nuts association, stated that the weather has negatively impacted Portuguese almonds this year, leading to lower production. He mentioned that almond orchards will see reduced productivity compared to 2024, not meeting the expected potential for the new year. read more

The situation in the Lazio cork sector is deteriorating, with losses exceeding 70% of the harvest, reaching 100% for organic farms. Coldiretti Lazio has requested an urgent meeting with the regional Agriculture assessor, Giancarlo Righini. read more

Enza Zaden has signed a licensing agreement with Pairwise for the Fulcrum® Platform, a collection of advanced plant breeding tools. "At Enza Zaden, our goal is to provide people worldwide with nutritious vegetables through the creation of top-quality varieties and seeds," said Jaap Mazereeuw, CEO of Enza. read more

Ukraine has expanded its national horticulture support program to include funding for the establishment of almond orchards in seven regions. This decision was made in response to petitions from the Ukrainian Nut Association and scientific recommendations from the Institute of Horticulture of the National Academy of Sciences. read more

Citrus groves in Argolida, one of the most important citrus-growing regions in Greece, were severely affected by a short but extremely intense hailstorm on Monday, November 10. Mr. Giorgos Stavropoulos, a merchant whose packing house is located in Koutsopodi, the epicenter of the hailstorm, emphasizes: "Ten read more

Rain has brought the walnut harvest in California to a halt. The majority of nuts were harvested on time before last week's heavy rainfall. "We are very pleased with the quality this year," says Bill Carriere of Carriere Family Farms. The first 30 percent of the crop was harvested before the rain. read more

Nut production is expected to recover in the 2025/2026 season, which started in September, after two years of decline due to frost and drought. This forecast was discussed with the industry during a meeting led by Ana Rodríguez, the Secretary General for Agricultural Resources and Food. read more

Big Guns Coffee, a veteran and family-owned brand, is pioneering a new concept in the coffee industry: the development of indoor hydroponic coffee farms. Unlike conventional coffee farming that depends on soil quality, altitude, and climate conditions, hydroponic coffee farming enables growers to cultivate coffee plants indoors using a nutrient-rich solution. read more

Moldova exported close to 2,500 tonnes of walnut kernels to the European Union from January to October 2025, which was almost the same as the previous year, as reported by Logos Press. This places Moldova as the fifth largest supplier of walnut kernels to the EU, following Ukraine (13,870 tonnes) and Chile (17,140 tonnes). read more

Północna Korea zwolniła kilku leśników po tym, jak dochodzenie rządowe ujawniło, że wykorzystywali szkółki drzew do uprawy warzyw takich jak kapusta, rzodkiewki i papryka chili dla własnego użytku. Inspektorzy odkryli również, że leśnicy zbierali orzechy piniowe z niedojrzałych drzew i sprzedawali je prywatnie.

The North Korea has dismissed several forest rangers after a government probe revealed they were using tree nurseries to grow vegetables like cabbage, radishes, and chili peppers for personal use. Inspectors also found rangers harvesting pine nuts from immature trees and selling them privately. read more

Chestnuts remain an essential symbol of the autumn fruit and vegetable season. The latest analyses from the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor depict a vibrant market: consumption has slightly decreased in volume, but the value has significantly increased, showing a +35% growth in the last five years. The role stands out read more

The continued warm weather is affecting the demand for many fruit and vegetable products. The pomegranate campaign is in full swing, with volumes still not very high for persimmons but increasing for clementines. The quantities of Italian Navel oranges and chestnuts are also on the rise, with abundant supplies for the... read more

With the start of the harvest, citrus nutrition management remains a key factor in ensuring high quality standards and maintaining plant balance for the new production cycle. K-Adriatica offers a range of targeted solutions to support maturation. read more

Produkcja migdałów w Portugalii spodziewa się spadku w tym roku ze względu na niekorzystne warunki pogodowe podczas okresu kwitnienia i zapylenia, zgodnie z informacjami Portugal Nuts association. W rozmowie z agencją informacyjną Lusa, dyrektor wykonawczy Nuno Russo powiedział, że "bardzo deszczowa i zimna pogoda, zwłaszcza w marcu, read more

In the Tuscia region, chestnut production is increasing in the 2025 season, but prices are decreasing with lower quotes compared to last year and smaller sizes due to the weather. In this context, Viterbo is still confirmed as the center of regional chestnut cultivation, with the Chestnut of [name]. read more