Sweet pepper

The Spanish fruit and vegetable season has started again. Paul van Groningen from Hudepa, who works as a commercial agent in Spain with his wife Maria Elena, recently toured growers and packing stations in the Almería region and shared his observations. "In several read more

"We are approaching the conclusion of our campaign for eggplants, peppers, and cucumbers. Simultaneously, we are harvesting and promoting zucchinis in various colors and types, such as light green, dark green, and both flowered and non-flowered varieties. These zucchinis will be the main highlight of our autumn season..." read more

Dutch and Spanish peppers were the main suppliers, with a significant presence of Turkish pointed peppers. Polish and Belgian shipments also contributed to the assortment in this category. In Munich, customers could still find locally grown peppers in all three colors, while in Frankfurt, products from... read more

At this year's Fruit Attraction in Madrid, Breedx aimed to attract the interest of international stakeholders with its latest seedless sweet pepper and specialty taste tomato varieties. The company's participation in the InnovaTech area showcased its cutting-edge breeding techniques, while also providing a glimpse into... read more

The Sicilian pepper is getting ready to make a comeback with the start of the Lamuyo 2026 campaign. In this scenario, Rijk Zwaan Italia, a branch of the Dutch company specializing in vegetable breeding, renews its commitment to providing innovative and sustainable genetic solutions. read more

Innovation, research, and a new concept of Made in Italy: with the two new varieties of pepper MOZZAFIATO F1 and SORPRENDOR F1, HM.Clause is opening a new chapter for the Italian sector, focusing on products that combine unique shape and specific weight for the domestic market. read more

When I first arrived in Suriname, I wanted to make a cold dish. However, I couldn't find a single good tomato. I managed to find a wilted piece of lettuce, which was all that was left. It was then like the chicken-and-egg question: Is it not grown because people don't eat it, or do... read more

W sezonie 2024/2025, papryka umocniła swoją pozycję jako produkt ogrodniczy generujący największe dochody z eksportu, zgodnie z raportem opracowanym przez Hortoinfo na podstawie danych z hiszpańskiej służby statystycznej Estacom (Icex-Tax Agency). W okresie od 1 sierpnia 2024 roku do 31 lipca 2025 roku, read more

For over 37 years, Sanifruit has been committed to developing natural solutions that help prolong the shelf life of different crops. "We have solid data demonstrating the amount of food waste we can prevent per crop. We offer customized proposals for each customer, based on scientific research." read more

Enza Zaden presented two of its most innovative brands at last week's Fruit Attraction: Tribelli Seedless, the seedless mini sweet cone peppers; and easyQs, the super crunchy mini cucumber. read more

In recent years in Sicily, the need for bell pepper plants with a continuous and prolonged fruit set has become more established. These plants are capable of extending the harvest for as many months as possible to increase sales opportunities and profits. This requirement is always evident. read more

A shipment of peppers from Albania was rejected by Slovenian authorities after testing showed that the pesticide residues exceeded the legal limits. The case was classified as an "alert" under the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF). The peppers were halted on September 5 after laboratory testing. read more

Almeria is famous for its main five crops: eggplant, zucchini, pepper, cucumber, and tomato, but the province doesn't only grow these. There are companies dedicated to diversifying crops, striving to distinguish themselves in a competitive vegetable sector by cultivating lesser-known products such as okra. read more

From September 30 to October 2, Enza Zaden will be participating in Fruit Attraction (booth 10B09A), showcasing two of its brands: Tribelli Seedless, a seedless mini sweet cone pepper, and easyQs, a mini cucumber. Tribelli Seedless was developed as a variation of the existing Tribelli line, offering... read more

The season for salads and vegetables in Ukraine has been described as atypical, both in greenhouse production and in open field cultivation. Cold and prolonged spring conditions delayed seedling planting by nearly a month, resulting in later-than-usual harvests, according to agronews.ua. Roman read more

A laboratory of innovation, a brand recognized by consumers - but Valfrutta Fresco is, above all, a company with a clear objective in mind, that is, to grow while maximizing the products of our members. We are growing both in value and volume, in line with our budget, and aim to close at €30. read more

The Coordinator of Farmers and Breeders Organizations of Almería (COAG) confirms the worst possible scenario at the beginning of the agricultural campaign: pests are already compromising dozens of hectares of peppers, in some cases completely destroyed. The Thrips. read more

The Dutch pepper season is coming to an end. Our growers provided top quality peppers under ideal conditions, with production reaching exceptional levels. However, this also presented challenges: more kilograms does not necessarily translate to more profit. The market struggled to keep up with the supply, and for most participants, it was difficult to make a profit. read more

To ensure that growers are up to date with the most recent information on new thrips pests impacting greenhouse crops, GrowON is organizing a 3-part webinar series on thrips beyond western flower thrips. The second session will focus on Thrips parvispinus (also known as pepper thrips) and will take place on Wednesday, September 24th. read more

The main products of Almeria are tomatoes, zucchinis, eggplants, peppers, and cucumbers. However, in order to distinguish themselves, it is necessary to specialize. Some companies have successfully moved away from the typical schedules and varieties. Nevertheless, all face similar challenges: water scarcity and extreme heat. read more