Growers, traders, and industry experts from the fresh produce and ornamental horticulture sectors gathered in the Netherlands for the Tuinbouw Footprint Event 2026, where the focus shifted from broad sector-wide sustainability discussions toward the practical use of footprint calculations. read more

Against the backdrop of the conflict in the Middle East, Pact'Alim is calling for the additional costs borne by companies to be passed on fairly, and welcomes the openness of Minister Serge Papin to the issue of reopening trade talks. An "exceptional" situation that could not be incorporated read more

Croatian strawberries are experiencing an increase in prices due to rising production costs, adverse weather conditions, and labor shortages. Imported fruit is currently dominating the early-season market availability, with volumes coming from Greece, Germany, and Italy, while domestic supply is still limited. read more

As SIAM 2026 opens in Meknes, one message dominates: agriculture must now deliver performance and sustainability at the same time. In Morocco, export-driven players are accelerating this shift. Among them, Delassus Group is emerging as a frontrunner, using B Corp certification as a benchmark to. read more

Ceny ananasów w Tajwanie wzrosły pomimo presji rynkowej związanej z Chinami. Ananasy są głównym eksportowanym owocem Tajwanu. Chiny zawiesiły import w marcu 2021 roku, powołując się na obawy dotyczące szkodników, co według Tajwanu było decyzją pozbawioną podstaw naukowych, sprzeczną z normalną praktyką handlową i polityczną. read more

Three blueberry producers in Ukraine will collaborate through the UA GROWERS export platform in the 2026 season, bringing together more than 350 hectares of fruit-bearing plantations, over 2,000 square metres of storage, and automated sorting lines with a total capacity of up to 20 tons per day. read more

Importers of vegetables are currently dealing with escalating freight expenses across various modes of transport. Container rates are rising from important growing regions, and additional pressure is being added to the produce supply chain due to fuel surcharges and disruptions in the supply chain. Container shipping rates are also going up on major routes. read more

The Colombian herb company La Corsaria is currently capable of cleaning around 100 kg of mint per hour, with the option for additional capacity. When processing fresh mint, the company utilizes a GEWA 3800V ECO HELICAL washing machine equipped with an integrated system for removing insects and fine particles. read more

BASF's vegetable seeds business has announced today a 40 million euro investment in the modernization and expansion of its seed processing facilities at its headquarters in Nunhem, the Netherlands. This strategic project reflects the company's long-term growth ambitions and its commitment to... read more

Agro-Watereffects is developing applications for Bio Energetic Water (BEW) to promote sustainability in the agriculture and horticulture sectors. The company currently has two operational systems, one in a closed ebb-and-flow system and another at a freesia grower, where the water is used. read more

Egypt's Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation Alaa Farouk and Minister of Social Solidarity Maya Morsy inaugurated the 93rd edition of the Spring Flowers Exhibition at the Agricultural Museum in Dokki on Thursday. The opening ceremony was attended by Cairo Governor Ibrahim Saber and... read more

A team of researchers from Stellenbosch University (SU) and the Agricultural Research Council has successfully edited the DNA of a woody crop plant in Africa for the first time by making precise changes to its genetic material. Using CRISPR technology, the researchers "switched off" a single read more

Consorzio della Cipolla Rossa di Tropea Calabria IGP will be the protagonist alongside Calabria Straordinaria at Macfrut 2026 and a special guest at the Think Fresh event in Cesenatico. The Consorzio della Cipolla Rossa di Tropea Calabria IGP announces its participation in Macfrut 2026, the international fair. read more

In the fruit and vegetable sector, innovation is not a whim: it is a necessity, and fourth-range products demonstrate this better than many other categories. When it was born, it changed the way of buying and consuming fruits and vegetables: it did not invent a new product, but added what matters most today. read more