Cucumbers

Nick Nafpliotis, the company director of fresh produce exporter Greek & Fresh, mentioned that the winter season has been quiet for Greek produce overall. However, he highlighted some positives for two specific seasons. "We're currently in the midst of our cucumber and mandarin season, both of which have been positive," said Nafpliotis. read more

Greenhouse cucumbers in Ukraine are getting more expensive, according to analysts from the EastFruit project. Market participants attribute the price hike in this sector to a sharp increase in demand for greenhouse cucumbers coupled with a relatively low supply of the product. read more

By November 2024, Spain had exported 29,663 tons of fresh fruits and vegetables valued at 84.3 million euros to the United States. This accounted for 0.2% of Spain's total exports, which amounted to 10.9 million tons and 15,852 million euros. The main exports from Spain to the US are garlic, cucumber, and... read more

The price of salad cucumbers has increased significantly by 50.1%. Bell peppers (+12.5%) and table pears (+12.3%) have also seen substantial price increases. On the other hand, some products have significantly decreased in price. Mini vine tomatoes (-28%), oranges (-23.7%), and bananas (-20.8%) have all experienced price drops. read more

In the province of Almería, the upcoming spring season is expected to see a significant increase in the cultivated areas of melons (+20/25%), tomatoes (+40%), and cucumbers (+30%) compared to last year, while the hectares dedicated to watermelons will remain almost stable. read more

Kultive started off 2025 with a significant development: CASAY (Cooperative Agricultural of Greenhouse Growers in Aube and Yonne), one of its three production organizations, has acquired Marchal greenhouses, a major player in cucumber production in the Grand-Est region. "The takeover was finalized at the end read more

Global warming is having a growing impact on agriculture in Ukraine, endangering traditional crops such as potatoes, cabbage, and cucumbers. Vera Balabukh, a climate scientist at the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Institute, has stated that increasing temperatures and shifting precipitation patterns are read more

The average price of cucumbers increased again in week 4 at VBT. At slightly over 70 euro cents per piece, this price has not surpassed the five-year average yet, following a costly beginning to the year. The average price of tomatoes was near the five-year average, with prices at 1.50 euros per kilo. read more

This rok represents a special milestone dla Beekers Berries: the company is celebrating its 30th anniversary. What started in 1991 as a modest cucumber farm run by Wil Beekers and his wife Anita has, over three decades, grown into a leading player in the soft fruit industry. Beekers Berries is read more

Na początku tego roku osiągnięto niezwykły kamień milowy w Finlandii na jednej z naszych lokalizacji badawczych. Ta lokalizacja ustanowiła rekord produkcji ogórków w sztucznym świetle, osiągając imponujące 244 kg/m² w ciągu jednego roku w 2024 roku. To osiągnięcie podkreśla read more

Melon, cucumber, strawberry: The Seminis and De Ruiter (Bayer) teams were at SIVAL 2025 to present their new varieties and must-haves. Acapella, the new melon variety that combines quality and yield. The 2024 season confirmed the good performance of the new Acapella melon variety. read more

Na początku tego roku, w jednym z naszych miejsc do badań osiągnięto niezwykły kamień milowy w Finlandii. To miejsce pobiło rekord produkcji ogórków pod sztucznym światłem, osiągając imponujące 244 kg/m² w ciągu jednego roku w 2024 roku. To osiągnięcie podkreśla read more

Obecnie na Ukrainie obserwuje się trend zmniejszenia cen hurtowych ogórków szklarniowych, pomimo ograniczonej podaży od lokalnych producentów, zgodnie z analizami projektu EastFruit. Producenci sami twierdzą, że są zmuszeni do ustępstw cenowych ze względu na stosunkowo niski handel. read more

There has been a decrease in the UK's ability to produce glasshouse vegetables like cucumbers in recent years. However, how much potential do you see for increasing the UK's self-sufficiency in berries throughout the year? read more

The Ragusa-based company Op Platinum is among the pioneers in the Italian agricultural landscape in the cultivation of nickel-free certified vegetables. A project that, as explained by Salvatore Astuto, the company's sales manager, represents a successful bet, the result of commitment and vision. read more

Moldova's main fruit and vegetable exports to the UK include apples, plums, grapes, cherries, and various vegetables such as tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers. read more

W addition to its well-known tomatoes, peppers, and cucumbers, the southern Spanish province of Almeria also supplies Europe with produce grown outdoors. At this time of the year, lettuce has a special value, especially after the culinary extravagances around the holidays. Despite the water read more

Since early December, tomato prices have been increasing from a low point (reaching up to EUR2.20/kg), but last week the VBT median prices dropped again (to EUR1.77/kg for loose tomatoes and EUR1.67/kg for vine tomatoes). Prices are currently slightly above the five-year average. As for cucumbers, the situation is different. read more

Villa Sandía, a campsite located in the Serranía de Ronda, Spain, offers its customers the unique experience of sleeping inside a watermelon or a cucumber. The campsite has eight watermelon cabins for two people each, and a dozen cucumber cabins for three people. These cabins are designed specifically for sleeping and do not have any additional amenities. read more

The winter season has arrived for FMB, the Flemish exporter specializing in Belgian greenhouse vegetables. This time of year typically signifies a slower period for the company. "Nevertheless, we can't complain about business this year. For instance, at the start of January, the supply of cucumbers is..." read more