The blueberry production in Poland may have been affected by the weather in certain areas, but this isn't the case for the growers associated with BerryTrade, says Sandra Stefaniak-Syguła, co-owner of the Polish berry trader: "In European terms, Poland is quite a big country with many blueberry growers." read more

Ceny wielu roślin leczniczych i aromatycznych gwałtownie wzrosły w Maroku, podczas gdy kilka innych jest praktycznie niemożliwych do znalezienia na rynku, co zakłóca dostawy do branż takich jak farmacja, kosmetyki i przetwórstwo spożywcze. Karim Belkhir Goutr, dyrektor generalny 4 Seasons Mediterranean. read more

The global blueberry market is experiencing significant growth. In 2024, its market size was valued at USD 9.81 billion, making it a prominent sector in the food and agricultural industry. Demand is expected to keep increasing, reaching a remarkable USD 13.53 billion by 2032. read more

Po opracowaniu serii odmian cukinii odpornej na ToLCNDV - Nominowany do zabezpieczenia przed ND w 2024 r. - Syngenta teraz stosuje swoją odporność na ND do ogórków z najnowszym dodatkiem: Siriana (holenderski typ długi), zaprojektowany do pełnoletniej produkcji. "Siriana to absolutnie pierwsza odmiana ogórka, która" read more

On a Tuesday afternoon in late April, a green truck pulls into a parking area in Oude-Tonge, the Netherlands. Bakker Barendrecht is picking up radishes from grower Ad Coolbergen. So far, nothing unusual. Ad has been cultivating radishes for years for Bakker Barendrecht, the trading company. read more

With SMOX®, the smart box, Uwe Koch from the start-up SMOX – Smart Logistics in Ahrensburg is presenting an innovation for the reusable packaging market. The stackable, sturdy, and patented transport and storage box is currently attracting a great deal of interest at international trade shows. read more

Green City Farming has secured SEK 7.5 million (US$709,000) in new funding from existing investors as it works toward profitability and prepares for expansion. The company, based in Gothenburg, Sweden, says the capital will support production scaling and product development while keeping read more

As of June 30, 2025, it is prohibited to import any Dutch seeds or planting material from covered cultivation (e.g., greenhouses) into Russia. This decision was announced by the Kaliningrad regional directorate of Rosselkhoznadzor, Russia's plant health authority. This new measure reinforces a previous restriction. read more

The melon and watermelon season in Murcia is currently in full swing. The cold spring delayed the start of the season slightly, but the rainfall ended up being beneficial. It appears that the weather, prices, demand, and quality are and will remain favorable. A crucial factor in sales is the preference for. read more

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A new chapter has been opened in India's horticultural exports as the town of Pathankot successfully introduced its rose-scented lychees on the international market. The significant shipment from Sujanpur, Pathankot, to Doha, Qatar, marked the fruit's inaugural global debut. The consignment comprised of one. read more

In the first quarter of the year, the retail sector of fruit and vegetable products in Spain has had a positive start: 84% of companies have seen an increase in the value of their sales. However, despite this initial momentum, less than half of the companies read more

The passing of John William Scott, also known as Bill, signifies the conclusion of an era in strawberry cultivation in New Zealand. Scott was a trailblazer in the berry-growing industry, establishing a lasting legacy at Scott's Strawberry Farm situated on the outskirts of Havelock North. For more than four decades, Scott read more

The British company Blue Skies has developed a supply chain model that delivers fresh-cut, ripe fruit to Dutch supermarkets within 48 hours of harvest. This approach tackles common challenges in fruit importation, such as quality loss from harvesting unripe produce and inefficiencies in the supply chain. read more

The current harvest at the Knöbl farm was completed on June 24 this year. Owner David Knöbl reported that they finished ten days earlier last year, but still have a few days' head start compared to an average year this year. David Knöbl has been growing red currants on around 1.5 hectares of land. read more

Solinda, the seedless mini watermelon, sweet and crunchy, distributed by Peviani, is back in the spotlight with the new 2025 marketing campaign. The goal is to strengthen brand recognition and highlight a supply chain focused on sustainability, agricultural innovation, and product quality. read more

EU farm organizations are warning of a possible "complete deadlock" at the EU level unless the European Commission increases the availability of crop protection substances and methods. Copa Cogeca, which represents EU farm organizations and agricultural cooperatives, highlights the need for more options in this area for certain fruit and vegetable crops. read more

Dziwne obrazy z Holandii, gdzie wideo pokazuje, jak 9-hektarowa szklarnia zawala się w ciągu sekund. Jakby z jakimś cudem, 65 pracowników opuściło szklarnię godzinę przed wypadkiem. Szklarnia w kwestii jest własnością Agro Care, jednego z największych producentów w Europie. Prace renowacyjne read more

Between September 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025, Turkey exported an estimated 260,800 tons of hazelnuts, representing a 9% year-on-year increase, as reported by the Black Sea Exporters' Association. Despite a slowdown in export growth in the quarter ending on May 31, market dynamics remained strong. read more

The Comptoir Rhodanien group (Drôme) has announced the acquisition of Fruits 2000 (Ardèche), a company specializing in the packaging and shipping of fruits like cherries, apricots, chestnuts, walnuts, and kiwis to specialized wholesalers and major European retailers. read more