The first Edamame beans from De Aardappelhoeve appeared on Colruyt's shelves at the start of September. It was a milestone for Belgium as these locally grown soybeans were showcased in Belgian stores for the first time. This was an experiment by De Aardappelhoeve, but their ambition is substantial. Ultimately, they aim to be able to. read more

Set aside the cotechino and lentils: in Spain, during the holidays, luck is sought with grapes. read more

"I have been working in horticulture in a highly specialized context since I was a child. It is a world that fascinates me and, despite its challenges, has been a constant presence in my life until today. Currently, we are seeing a significant increase in business due to the trust of consumers," reports. read more

Persistent rainfall in recent days has disrupted the vegetable supply chain from farmers and wholesalers in Kuantan, resulting in a 55 percent price increase as markets experience reduced volumes. A survey at farmers' markets revealed higher prices for okra, long beans, eggplant, tomatoes, and bird’s eye chili. read more

The Processors and Growers Research Organisation (PGRO) has released its 2026 Descriptive List for pulses, which includes 11 new pea and bean varieties. read more

ProDominicana focuses on the development of the Dominican agricultural sector and the initiatives put in place to assist exporters in the face of current market difficulties. "Our primary agricultural export products include avocado, mango, banana, and pineapple. Nevertheless, we are observing a significant growth in the emerging sector. read more

The most recent UK wholesale banana price report indicates that bananas from Dollar-origin sources have increased in price for the week, while those from ACP (Africa, Caribbean, and Pacific) countries have remained the same. Belize was the only ACP country with a quoted price this week, with an average of £0.99 per kg, unchanged from the previous week. Cameroon and the read more

The average wholesale prices for bananas from Latin America and the Caribbean were mixed in European Union markets during weeks 45 and 46 of 2025, based on the most recent wholesale data. Prices are reported per 100 kg. In week 45 (ending 09-11-25), prices ranged from €85 per 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

The Association of Producers (AOP) Cénaldi is reviewing the 2025 season for peas, beans, and flageolets. Despite the very hot weather in June and storms with torrential rain at the end of August, the season for processing vegetables has yielded positive results overall. Yields have remained decent. read more

Latin America and the Caribbean are the largest exporting region for bananas, accounting for around 80 percent of global exports¹. Among these countries, Ecuador stands out as the largest producer, generating roughly 285 million 40-lb. boxes of bananas for export. This figure significantly exceeds the read more

When the first containers of Indoor Vertical.Farm's pilot system arrived in Bridgetown earlier this year, it marked the beginning of a new phase for controlled environment agriculture in the Caribbean. The project, done in partnership with the Government of Barbados, introduces a fully off-grid system. read more

At Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport in Suriname, travelers can stock up on fresh fruit and vegetables at Uw Fruittuintje just before departure. "It's often the last thing people buy before flying back to the Netherlands," explains owner Wikash Algoe. "A bag of yardlong beans for grandma." read more

With Hurricane Melissa making its way through the Caribbean Sea and threatening to impact countries such as Cuba and Jamaica, preparations are underway for its effect. On Friday in the Dominican Republic, farmers were diligently implementing possible preventative measures to protect crops. read more

"Green oranges? That's normal here," they say at Boerderij Goliath, where they understand exactly how Suriname's tropical climate affects citrus cultivation. The farm and plantation, established in 2010, have grown into a major player in Suriname's fruit sector today. 350 hectares of oranges and read more

Corn, soybeans, and livestock may dominate much of Nebraska's scenery, but in December, Nebraska LEAD Fellows will delve into a different aspect of the state's agriculture. A new collaboration between the Nebraska LEAD Program and the Richard P. Kimmel & Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation is enabling this exploration. read more

Corn, soybeans, and livestock may dominate much of Nebraska's landscape, but in December, Nebraska LEAD Fellows will have the opportunity to explore a different aspect of the state's agriculture. A new collaboration between the Nebraska LEAD Program and the Richard P. Kimmel & Laurine Kimmel Charitable Foundation is facilitating this initiative. read more

Bananas, long beans, Asian vegetables, passion fruit, a large-scale avocado project in the pipeline, and tomatoes in a demo and test greenhouse. Suriname has it all. Admittedly, commercial cultivation of fruit and vegetables is still in its infancy, but things are changing. A report of a tour read more

In week 39 of 2025, wholesale prices for bananas from Latin America and the Caribbean exhibited varied changes in several European countries compared to the previous week. Prices are reported in €/100kg. In Bulgaria, prices saw a slight increase from €141 in week 38 to €143 in week 39. read more

Grower Kashinath Khade explained that he owns 9 acres of land and has been farming for 25 years, primarily growing traditional crops like soybean, wheat, and maize. "Due to unpredictable weather and pest infestations, earning a stable profit was always difficult. I was looking for an read more