Sweet pepper

Pest problems and adverse weather conditions in eastern Andalusia caused the sweet pepper campaign to end earlier in some areas. This led to limited deliveries from Spain in certain cases. The BLE reported a supply gap that could not be filled even with the start of the Dutch and Belgian seasons. read more

The demand for Moroccan peppers is unusually high this season due to production challenges in Europe. However, yields in Morocco are lower compared to last season, leading to an increase in prices. Amine Amanatoullah, a grower based in Agadir, provides insights on the market situation. "Production has read more

Seed specialists Agristar and Semillas Fitó have formed a new strategic alliance to foster innovation in the research and development of specific products for Brazilian agriculture. The venture will focus on key crops such as tomatoes, peppers, melons, and watermelons. read more

The Cornelio project, the premium pepper branded Valfrutta Fresco that has managed to convince consumers and Large Retail, continues to evolve, confirming itself as one of the flagship products of the premium brand of the Alegra Group. With varietal innovation, expansion of production areas, and... read more

The Golden Vineyard of Ciriacono Loris continues to actively participate in the Sicilian horticultural campaign with intense and rewarding harvesting and marketing activities. Loris Ciriacono says: "We cultivate green zucchinis and red and yellow peppers, the fruits of our ongoing dedication and meticulous care." read more

Tak jak było w przypadku wielu towarów w pierwszym kwartale 2025 roku, popyt na paprykę jest niższy. "W ciągu ostatnich kilku miesięcy zatrzymujemy produkt z powodu ogólnego popytu. To prawie tak, jakby rzeczy po prostu jeszcze nie wróciły do nawyków zakupowych sprzed pandemii" - mówi Tony Incaviglia.

In the first quarter of 2025, similar to many other commodities, the demand for bell peppers has been softer. "In the last several months, we've been holding back product because of demand in general. It's almost like things just aren't back to the pre-pandemic buying habits," says Tony Incaviglia. read more

The Coordinator of Agricultural and Livestock Organizations (COAG) of Almeria has warned that the persistent rains in the province in March are already causing damage to some crops, especially vegetable, outdoor, and greenhouse crops, such as broccoli, cucumber, pepper, watermelon, and melon. read more

The vegetable production in Almeria's greenhouses is facing significant challenges this season, attributed to both climate change and the escalating impact of pests such as Thrips parvispinus. This pest has caused damage to approximately 20 to 25% of the pepper production. Yields are low, and production costs are continuing to rise. read more

Vegetable production in the greenhouses of Almeria is proving to be particularly challenging this season, mainly due to the effects of climate change and the growing impact of pests. One such example is the presence of Thrips parvispinus, which has caused damage to around 20 to 25% of the pepper crop. Yields are currently low and... read more

"Christiaan Rijnhout from the crowdsourcing platform Roamler mentioned that every year many companies announce their retail programs on LinkedIn and industry platforms to kick off the Dutch season," Last week, however, the platform's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor revealed an interesting trend." read more

Sicily is one of the main pepper production areas in Italy. However, Sicilian producers today face complex challenges, including labor scarcity and cost, climate change, and increasing aggressiveness of pathogens. read more

Ceny w Almerii rosną prawie we wszystkich produktach warzywnych, choć sytuacja papryki jest szczególnie godna uwagi, z naprawdę wysokimi cenami ze względu na brak produktów pierwszej klasy z powodu problemów z jakością. "To był bardzo trudny rok dla sektora, jeśli chodzi o
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The new season is starting with the harvesting of the first peppers, cucumbers, lettuce, and radishes in LGV's greenhouses and polytunnels. This year, the harvest is a bit delayed due to insufficient sunlight received by the vegetables, especially in recent months. Energy costs read more

The first Coeur de Boeuf tomatoes were grown by Wim Vertommen and his sons Ferre and Brecht (Den Overkant in Sint-Katelijne-Waver) and purchased by Frans Michiels & Sons (from Sint-Katelijne-Waver). The family business has been specializing in the cultivation of this tomato since 2011. read more

The controlled environment agriculture (CEA) sector in the United States is expanding beyond leafy greens and herbs, with increasing interest in crops such as tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and berries – but there are challenges that need to be addressed, says Suzanne Pruitt, event director. read more

Fresh Inset has announced the findings of a study carried out at the Universidad Autónoma Chapingoin in Mexico, which demonstrated that Vidre+ extended the shelf-life of green and red peppers. read more

Paul van Groningen, a commercial agent from Spain, operating alongside his wife Maria Elena, reports that the Spanish greenhouse vegetable season has been successful so far. "Prices have generally been satisfactory for growers. However, the increasing virus pressure is becoming a bigger issue." read more

Harmoniz, a global seed company, showcased its comprehensive strategy for advancing fresh produce at Fruit Logistica 2025. The company demonstrated how strategic investments in research and development, as well as collaborative partnerships, are generating significant value throughout the supply chain. Attendees at the Harmoniz booth had the opportunity to explore these innovations. read more

The cultivation of peppers in the 2024-2025 season has been severely affected by the presence of Thrips parvispinus and Tetranychus urticae (red spider mite). read more

Thanks to the cooperation with the retail chain Edeka, selected sales points from Munich to Schleswig will be informed on digital displays. Anyone who puts fresh tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, zucchinis, and eggplants in their shopping cart in February will learn some of the read more