Beans

The strong critical situation continues for tomato production in Sicily due to bad weather, with prices at very high levels. Prices for fennel are also sharply rising, surpassing €3.00/kg for high-quality Puglian products. Prices are also high for green beans. read more

Diesel and fuel prices in Zimbabwe have increased by 34 to 39%, which has been described as a "shocking" rise by William Zirebwa of Takura. Takura is a grower-exporter of peas, fine beans, passion fruit, and chillies, with plans to expand to include more vegetables and fruit. There are even considerations of importing fruit into Zimbabwe in the future. read more

Taylor Farms has introduced Taylor Farms ZERO™, a platform created to cater to the increasing consumer desire for products free from seed oils. Taylor Farms ZERO products are devoid of seed oils such as soybean or canola. These products are crafted with dressings, dips, and ingredients that utilize alternative oils. read more

Located in Matina, on the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica, Varcli Pinares is a small-scale family-owned banana company that competes based on quality, sustainability, and brand identity rather than volume. Despite having limited land and funding initially, Varcli developed an integrated model in which read more

Marocco has become the main supplier of green beans to Ireland, according to EastFruit, due to a significant increase in export quantities. In 2025, Ireland imported 817 tons of Moroccan green beans, which is 2.5 times more than in 2024 and almost seven times the amount imported in 2023. read more

Morocco has secured the top position in Ireland's green bean market, highlighting its status as the world's leading exporter, according to EastFruit. In 2025, Ireland imported 817 tons of Moroccan green beans, which is 2.5 times more than in 2024 and nearly seven times the volume imported in 2023. read more

"Nisza i sezonowe produkty są bardzo cenione, ale rynek jest bardziej oczekujący wobec towarów konsumenckich, takich jak radicchio" - informuje dyrektor generalny Sipo, Massimiliano Ceccarini, wraz z Laurą Ferrari i Andreą Gobbi (biuro zakupów), przedstawiając obecną strategię firmy zlokalizowanej w... read more

With the arrival of March, the Sicilian climbing bean season reaches its peak. These beans are grown in greenhouses in one of Italy's most suitable regions for protected vegetable cultivation. At the Berdia Ortofrutticola greenhouses in Vittoria, Sicily, the daily harvest continues, supplying read more

Prices are generally rising for fruits and vegetables. There are high volumes of strawberries, especially Lucanian varieties like Sabrosa and Inspire; Campania production is also increasing. There is also high availability of fava beans, as their commercialization has started. The strong demand for apples is driving prices up. read more

During this period, as soon as the arable lands become workable - since the abundant precipitation has made the soils heavy - in the regions of Northern Italy, bottom fertilizations for corn, soybeans, and sorghum crops will begin. Operations that, at the moment, both for read more

The Apulian winter, characterized by anomalous temperature fluctuations, is disrupting the natural rhythms of agriculture. The first broad beans have already appeared in local markets and peas are now ready to be harvested. This phenomenon, caused by climate instability, is accelerating the... read more

This month marked the beginning of operations at Puerto Antioquia, a new port located on the southeastern side of Bahía Colombia in the Gulf of Urabá, Caribbean Sea in Antioquia. With an initial capacity of 7 million tons per year and a location that is on average 33% closer compared to other ports. read more

The so-called "specialty beans category" is frequently highlighted in various market reports. With its potential as a meat substitute and protein source, the sky appears to be the limit for this segment. Supermarkets recognize opportunities in the legume category, but many retailers are still facing challenges. read more

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Producers often seek ways to reduce costs by decreasing inputs without affecting output, while also aiming to enhance the quality of their output. For Mulgowie Farming Company, this was made achievable through regenerative agriculture. Rebecca Lowth from Mulgowie stated, "We've been kind of" read more

Arnold Ngare, marketing coordinator for Kenyan vegetable exporter Havilah Pro Ltd, says it has been a successful season for green beans in Kenya. He mentions that yields and quality have been improving each year. "Our green bean harvest is better this season compared to previous years, with increased volumes and quality," Ngare explains. read more

Konferencja Brytyjskiego Stowarzyszenia Grochu i Fasoli odbędzie się w tym roku w środę, 11 listopada na stadionie Jakemans Community Stadium w Boston United FC - ogłosili organizatorzy. read more

The British Pea & Bean Conference is scheduled to be held on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at Jakeman Stadium, the home of Boston United Football Club. Following the 2024 conference, this event will cover various topics related to the vining pea and bean sector. Taking place biennially, the conference gathers. read more

Peas, beans, chickpeas, and lentils are present on the tables of more than half of Italians who eat them at least a few times a week, with household spending reaching 1.3 billion euros per year. This is what emerges from a Coldiretti analysis of Istat data. read more