British plum production, which has been declining for over 35 years, is showing signs of recovery in 2025. This year's harvest is expected to be the largest in three years, with volumes projected to double compared to last year. The 2025 harvest is now available in Tesco stores across the UK. read more

Według Charlotte Pierron-Darbonne, córki byłego właściciela firmy Planasa oraz dyrektora generalnego Persea Group, zainteresowanie uprawą mango rośnie w Hiszpanii i innych krajach śródziemnomorskich. Brak infrastruktury wodnej w Maladze skłania wielu rolników do zmiany uprawy z awokado na mango... read more

The citrus fruit processing sector is redefining its stock management strategies in anticipation of reduced production in the upcoming season. Salvatore Imbesi, the sector's manager, emphasized the importance of this type of planning, stating that: "Faced with juice orders in line with the read more

On August 1, 2025, PB-tec, a company specializing in horticultural technology and a part of Atrium Agri, acquired all assets from the bankrupt estate of CE-Line. CE-Line was declared bankrupt on July 22, 2025, by the Court of Midden-Nederland, with Mr. B.J. van Dijen appointed as the trustee. The acquisition... read more

The Sicilian processed fruit sector experienced a notable growth in 2025. Migel was able to offset the decline in sales recorded during the first three months of the year. This advancement was aided by an efficient distribution strategy and the expansion of the sales network. read more

Poland is one of the largest producers of fruit and vegetables in the EU. Spain and Italy are the two main producers in both categories. In terms of vegetables, Poland ranks second after France and ahead of the Netherlands. In the fruit category, Poland is third after Italy and Spain. However, Polish... read more

Elsayed Elgohary, owner of Marvel Farm, describes the atmosphere as Egyptian growers prepare for the upcoming strawberry season, which begins in November, amid climate and budgetary pressures. Nevertheless, Egypt's strawberry industry still manages to attract growers and expand its acreage. read more

South Africa's agri-food trade with the European Union (EU) is showing signs of decline, despite the country remaining the EU's largest trading partner in Africa. Researchers from Stellenbosch University and Mendel University in Brno, Czech Republic, report that rising trade barriers are a contributing factor. read more

Akorn Technology, a provider of all-natural coatings and other post-harvest solutions for the global fresh produce industry, is expanding its operations in Brazil. This expansion will allow more Brazilian producers to benefit from the increasing demand for chemical-free solutions that extend the shelf life of produce, particularly for export purposes. read more

In the 2025 season, Peru exported 2,249 containers containing 39,102 tons of pomegranates, which represents a 37% increase in volume compared to the previous year. According to data from the consulting firm Fresh Cargo, the total FOB value reached $99.3 million, solidifying the country as a significant supplier in the international market. read more

SPAR Austria celebrated the redesign of the EUROSPAR Supermarket in Fohnsdorf, together with customers. Christoph Holzer, Managing Director of SPAR Styria and South Burgenland, said: "In Fohnsdorf, we rethought grocery shopping". read more

A research team from Bangladesh Agricultural University (BAU) has successfully extended the postharvest life of Gerbera flowers using environmentally friendly silver nanoparticles synthesized from tea leaf extract. These silver nanoparticles have been proven to effectively inhibit microbial growth in the flowers. read more

The 2025 top fruit harvest has started gradually, with the first Delcorf apples being picked at Hermans Fruit in Herten at the end of July. Grower Jos Hermans is optimistic about the summer apple harvest, as well as the upcoming Elstar and Wellant harvests. read more

Z powodu uszkodzeń spowodowanych przez mróz, zbiory gruszek na Pacyfiku w 2024 roku spadły do 10,6 miliona skrzynek, co było najmniejszym zbiorem od połowy lat 80. Na szczęście perspektywy na tegoroczne zbiory gruszek są o wiele bardziej obiecujące. "Po roku lepszej pogody w dystryktach uprawowych, zbiory na północno-zachodzie w 2025 roku. read more

Despite the current challenges, primarily the water shortage, Gallicchio Frutta, the company that owns the Divino - Il kaki italiano brand, continues with its development plan. Francesca Gallicchio, the company's managing director, announced a significant expansion of the production base thanks to. read more

Azerbaijan exported 402,397 tonnes of fruits and vegetables between January and June 2025, a 25% increase compared to the same period last year, according to the State Customs Committee. The export value increased by 24.3% year-on-year, reaching USD 415.75 million, with fresh produce accounting for 3.23% of the total. read more

Between May 1 and August 3, 2025, Georgia exported 19,200 tonnes of peaches and nectarines, generating USD 23.4 million in export revenue, according to the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture. Export volumes were up 15% year-on-year (+2,500 tonnes), while export value increased. read more

The new British apple and pear season will start in September 2025, and UK growers are saying that a dry growing season has not negatively affected fruit development. They believe that the 2025 crop could provide the best quality and flavor in many years. Young apples and pears are currently in the process of growing. read more

Beijing Shunjinghai Trading Co (Xinhua Fruits) is an international company that specializes in trading fruits and vegetables. The company has subsidiaries in China, Hong Kong, Australia, Vietnam, and Thailand. Xinhua Fruit Wholesale was founded in 1994, and since 2011, the company has expanded its operations to include international trade. read more

Sezon zbiorów marokańskich malin rozpocznie się za dwa tygodnie. Sektor cieszy się okresem stabilności, a w najgorszym przypadku, pozytywnej stagnacji. Powierzchnia upraw pozostaje niezmieniona od kilku sezonów, a problemy związane z klimatem i siłą roboczą stają się coraz bardziej palące. Z drugiej strony, read more