Tomatoes

Exports of Ukrainian cucumbers and tomatoes have dropped to their lowest levels since before the war, as reported by market analysts. The primary destinations for cucumbers continue to be Estonia, Poland, and Moldova, with shipments concentrated between May and July, when Ukraine is able to meet seasonal demand. read more

Zucchini is among the most consumed vegetables in Italy, right after tomatoes and potatoes. Its versatility in the kitchen and constant availability throughout the year have made it an essential ingredient for many families in the Bel Paese. read more

Out of the total quantity, vegetables accounted for 3.2 million tonnes (-2.75%) and 4.981 billion Euros (+5.44%). The most exported product was lettuce with 456,000 tonnes, closely followed by peppers with 456,000 tonnes. In terms of revenue, peppers generated 1.062 billion Euros during this period, while tomatoes brought in 677.5 million Euros. read more

In July and August, the Spanish province of Almeria experienced low vegetable production. Over the next few weeks, there will be a gradual increase in availability, although tomatoes will take a bit longer to recover. The economic results of the 2024/25 horticultural campaign have been positive, as most. read more

A new vegetable processing plant named Babusia Marusia has commenced operations at the West Ukrainian Industrial Hub near Ternopil. The factory specializes in producing canned vegetables, pickles (including cucumbers, beans, tomatoes, and peppers), and vacuum-packed vegetable semifinished products. In 2025, the plant aims to continue expanding its production and market presence. read more

This summer, several greenhouses in the Netherlands are experimenting with a new method of cultivating tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants using organic substrate slabs made from jute. This initiative marks a significant advancement for Holland BioProducts in the field of traditional greenhouse horticulture. read more

AGF Monitor compares weekly price trends of various fruits and vegetables available online. Supermarktscanner.nl tracks the prices. The price survey is conducted at the end of each week. In week 34, the price of cucumbers at Dirk returned to the previous level, while at other surveyed supermarkets, there were no changes. read more

W środę, hiszpańskie miasto Buñol będzie gościć 80. edycję walki pomidorowej "Tomatina", podczas której użytych zostanie 120 ton pomidorów podczas godzinnej imprezy. Festiwal przyciąga do 22 000 uczestników, z czego nie-miejscowi płacą 15 euro (17,50 USD) za bilet. Budynki będą pokryte. read more

In a controlled environment, the key to successful growth lies in effectively managing various parameters compared to open field conditions. Greenhouses provide growers with an advantage in cultivating a wide range of crops, from juicy tomatoes to delicate orchids. When it comes to indoor cultivation, light plays a crucial role. It is now understood that read more

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It will take a little while, as the current harvest needs to be completed first, but one thing is certain: the autumn tomato season is just around the corner. For the second year in a row, Belgian cooperative BelOrta will also include beef tomatoes in the mix. "The beef tomato will be back this read more

Moroccan tomato producers are updating their catalogue this summer in response to the constantly changing market and phytosanitary conditions that affect variety selection. An example of this is seen in the company Ô Fresh, as described by their export manager, Oumaima Ibnoutabet. read more