"An interesting, dynamic fair, more international compared to previous editions." With these words, Matteo Mazzoni, commercial director of the homonymous Group, comments on the participation in the last edition of Macfrut, the leading trade fair event for the industry. read more

Od połowy kwietnia nowy rodzaj słodkiej papryki jest dostępny w 800 sklepach Albert Heijn w Holandii. Jest to Sweet Crunchino®, nowa odmiana papryki opracowana przez firmę Eminent Seeds. Opakowanie dumnie prezentuje napis „extra sweet flavor”, wraz z nazwą marki - co jest rzadkością.

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Since mid-April, a new type of sweet pepper has been available at 800 Albert Heijn stores in the Netherlands. This is Sweet Crunchino®, a new pepper variety developed by Eminent Seeds. The packaging proudly displays the phrase 'extra sweet flavor,' along with the brand name—an uncommon occurrence. read more

The false codling moth (FCM) is causing significant problems for rose growers in Kenya. This small pest poses a threat to a $300 million industry and thousands of jobs. In order to stay ahead, growers require improved methods for early detection of issues and prompt action. This is why PATS has partnered with 10 rose farms across the country. read more

There is a race for innovation in the potato sector, at the center of important challenges starting from climate change, which causes agronomic problems and exacerbates old and new plant diseases. Due to these factors, the market is witnessing a reduction in global production and a spike. read more

At Jongeleen Bell Pepper Nursery based in North Brabant, Netherlands, Arie Jongeleen was puzzled by root problems in his pepper cultivation for several days. The cause of this remained a mystery to him until he switched to organic substrate, which made the root problems disappear. "The plants must" read more

Do marca 2025 roku, import chińskich truskawek do Rosji osiągnął wartość 3,4 miliona dolarów, zgodnie z danymi celnymi Chińskiej Republiki Ludowej. Pozycjonuje to Rosję jako głównego konsumenta tych owoców, wyprzedzając Wietnam, poprzedniego lidera. Według RIA Novosti, oznacza to podwojenie wartości importu z lutego. read more

Fruit exports from Brazil to Europe experienced a rise in the first quarter of 2025 due to logistical shifts in international trade and increased global demand. The volume transported by Azul Cargo from Viracopos (Brazil) to Lisbon (Portugal) airports increased by 14%, from 1,130 tons in 2024 to... read more

The Ferrero Group is expanding its offering in the snack bar market with the EAT NATURAL brand, bars made from dried and dried fruit, thus consolidating its presence in the better-for-you segment along with FULFIL protein bars. A strategic move to respond to... read more

A delegation of eight fresh produce growers from South Korea, representing the Korea Export-Free Co. Ltd, visited New Covent Garden Market on May 8. The cooperative, based on Jeju Island, sought insights into the workings of the UK's largest wholesale market. The group, primarily interested in radish, also explored various other aspects of the market. read more

Kiwi Dulcis™ continues to amaze, the new 100% Italian variety of actinidia developed by New Plant in collaboration with the Universities of Udine and Bologna, produced and exclusively marketed by the cooperatives Alegra, Apofruit, and Orogel Fresco. A quali-quantitative survey. read more

Obecnie produkcja kiwi w Hiszpanii wykazuje umiarkowany trend wzrostu, zwłaszcza w regionach takich jak Galicja, Asturia i Kraj Basków, które stanowią większość krajowej produkcji. W 2023 roku produkcja kiwi w Hiszpanii wyniosła 26 900 ton, co stanowi niewielki spadek o 2,5%. read more

The three-day Macfrut 2025 event in Rimini ended with increasing numbers, which we have been following since the first day in our #FPReport. We took away various impressions from this lively sector, which is eager to innovate, capture trends, and grow. read more

Chilean dried plum exports reached 48 countries in the first three months of 2025, according to Chileprunes. According to FreshFruitPortal, shipments amounted to 12,897 metric tons (MT), valued at $39.5 million, based on customs data reported by the trade association. read more

In Shahjahanpur, Uttar Pradesh, two police constables, Ankit Kumar and Anuj Kumar, were suspended for allegedly eating melons worth ₹20 (US$0.24) from a street vendor and refusing to pay. The vendor filed a complaint, resulting in a First Information Report (FIR) being lodged against the officers. The incident sparked public outrage. read more

Naukowcy w Szwajcarii odkryli pozostałości dodatków do opon w około jednej trzeciej spożywanych w kraju owoców i warzyw. Te cząsteczki, a konkretniej 6PPD i 6PPD-chinon, są uwalniane do środowiska w wyniku zużycia opon na drogach. Następnie są one rozprzestrzeniane. read more

W poprzednich latach okres poprzedzający święto "Święto Pracy" oznaczał szczytową porę na przyjazdy i sprzedaż durianów w Chinach. Jednakże, w tym roku sytuacja prezentuje się inaczej. Przyjazdy durianów zostały opóźnione, a ogólna podaż jest ograniczona, stopniowo zwiększając się na początku maja. "Opóźnienia" read more

After the cool first half of May, many strawberry growers decide to remove the agrofibre from their plantations. Although it served its protective purpose during frosts, leaving it on for a few more days could lead to a variety of complications. read more

As geopolitical tensions in the Red Sea disrupt trade routes, Kenya's position in Africa's avocado export market is being tested by Tanzania's expansion into emerging markets like India. The Red Sea crisis, driven by escalating Houthi attacks, has altered maritime logistics, prompting shipping. read more

Australia: Woolworths lowers prices on hundreds of essential items and family favorites

Woolworths Group announced: "Starting from Wednesday, May 14th, prices will be reduced on nearly 400 popular products from the Woolworths quality own brand range as well as many customer-favorite branded items." read more

The campaign for Sicilian watermelons has started. The Bigarreau cherry campaign has also started, along with the first batches of Puglian products, and peaches, although in limited volumes. Italian netted melons production is in full swing. It's a good moment for tomatoes. However, they are not enjoying the same fortunes. read more