Tomatoes

A prolonged outbreak of Salmonella Strathcona has affected more than 400 people in 17 countries since early 2023, according to the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC). Between January 2023 and September 2025, 437 confirmed infections were reported. Italy and Germany each have recorded a significant number of cases. read more

Robbert Biemans, the business development manager for high-tech tomatoes at Hazera Seeds in the Netherlands, believes that real tomato innovation begins by involving every participant in the supply chain - and that now, more than ever, includes retailers. read more

Before the Fruitnet Tomato Congress, which will be held on 11-12 November in Malaga, Spain, Fresh Focus Tomato interviewed Hicham Abba, the head of marketing and area manager for the Americas, Western Europe, Africa, and the Middle East at Yuksel. He mentioned that the tomato industry is dynamic but challenging. read more

The campaign for harvesting and processing of industrial tomatoes in the Northern Italy basin for the year 2025 has been completed, with the last delivery to the plant on October 11th. The quality and record quantity of tomatoes delivered were excellent. The negotiations between... read more

French type cucumbers are sold for 0.60 to 0.50 Euro per kilogram, short black cucumbers for 0.90 to 0.70 Euro per kilogram, and snake cucumbers on average for 1 Euro per kilogram. The plants in the greenhouses are in full development and quickly entering production. read more

In a highly competitive industry like the fruit and vegetable sector, some companies are choosing to diversify their products to stand out from the competition. This trend is driving the introduction of innovative vegetables, like Adora tomatoes, which are currently only cultivated by three companies. read more

Belgian exporter Demargro recently made a significant achievement. The company, established in 1975 and rebranded as Demargro in 1994, has become a recognized entity in the industry. Over the years, Demargro has primarily concentrated on trading five key products: pears, leeks, tomatoes, strawberries, and cauliflower, targeting various markets. read more

Mutti, a Parma-based company and a leader in the European market for tomato derivatives, concludes a particularly successful tomato campaign. read more

The Mexican countryside is currently witnessing a new wave of protests. Producers of corn, tomatoes, avocados, and lemons are initiating a nationwide strike in different regions due to the significant decline in grain prices. They assert that this situation is endangering the rural economy and could bring it to a halt. read more

In Emiliano Zapata Nexatengo, Atlixco, Puebla, a severe hailstorm hit local farms, causing damage to around seven hectares of flowers, including velvet, cempasúchil, and cipiterna, as well as vegetable crops like tomatoes and onions, right before the Día de Muertos harvest. Producers read more

Pure Flavor® announces the launch of Cherry Picked™, an exclusive blend of three signature tomato varieties: Azuca, Tiki Tomatoes™, and OMG Tomatoes™. Cherry Picked was created to address a specific need in the market for a consistent medley pack every time. read more

We wrześniu ceny luzem rąk pomidorów w Hiszpanii były znacząco niższe niż zazwyczaj. Średnia cena wynosiła 0,70 euro za kilogram, co oznacza spadek o 32% w porównaniu z zeszłym wrześniem i o 24% poniżej pięcioletniej średniej. Według europejskiego panelu pomidorowego Komisji Europejskiej, ceny pomidorów również spadły. read more