Productive dynamics, consumption trends in Italy and Mediterranean countries, and varietal innovation will be the key themes of the first Symposium of Melone Mantovano IGP, scheduled from July 22 to 24 in the Mantua region. The event, organized by the Consortium for Enhancement and Protection, will focus on these topics. read more

With 22 participating markets, over 4,000 established companies and approximately 30,000 employees, Italmercati confirms itself today as a strategic player in the Italian fruit and vegetable system, aiming to revitalize a sector that is often neglected. President Fabio Massimo Pallottini provides an update on the situation. read more

Naturosa teraz jest dostępna na rynku centrów ogrodniczych. Jest to nowa seria róż, która łączy zrównoważoność i łatwą konserwację z naturalną wartością ozdobną. Seria łączy zalety istniejących odmian róż, tworząc produkt przyszłościowy dla kanału centrów ogrodniczych. read more

The 2025 hazelnut harvest is encountering a peculiar situation: Although global harvest volumes remain stable, there is a growing shortage of high-quality produce. The German company 1001Frucht, known for specializing in trading premium nuts and dried fruits, is witnessing a notable shift in the market. "We are... read more

Local officials in Panjshir, Afghanistan, have announced the export of 100 tons of fresh cherries to Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and Moscow, Russia, as part of an initiative to strengthen trade relationships and open up market opportunities for local growers. Saifuddin Mankhan, spokesperson for Panjshir, confirmed this development. read more

Justin Chadwick has officially stepped down from his position at the Citrus Growers Association (CGA) after serving as the leader of the South African citrus association for twenty-five years. read more

Spanish Picota cherries have overcome the rainy spring and are expected to have good volumes of high-quality harvest as the season begins. read more

In recent years, there have been signs of rapprochement between both corporations and the families behind them. They had also recently aimed to consolidate the purchase of various product categories, but had since somewhat distanced themselves from that and primarily. read more

Rząd Wielkiej Brytanii ogłosił, że planowane kontrole graniczne po Brexicie dla średnioryzykownych owoców i warzyw z UE, które miały zostać wprowadzone 1 lipca tego roku, zostaną opóźnione do 31 stycznia 2027 roku. read more

British Apples & Pears (BAPL) has approved seed-funding investment for an inward trade mission from Vietnam. read more

The REO auction in Roeselare, West Flanders, is a one-stop shop for retail, restaurant, and hotel buyers, offering a wide variety of fresh fruits and vegetables - 82 different kinds, to be exact. Top products include tomatoes, cucumbers, salads, berries, and mushrooms. read more

This season, the productive cultivation area is 609,514 hectares. This represents a growth of over 10% compared to last year, with more than 56,000 additional hectares in production, both irrigated and non-irrigated, in various specific areas. read more

Rząd Wielkiej Brytanii ogłosił, że planowane kontrole graniczne po Brexicie dotyczące średniego ryzyka owoców i warzyw z UE, które miały zostać wprowadzone 1 lipca tego roku, zostaną opóźnione do 31 stycznia 2027 roku. read more

On the wholesale markets near Thessaloniki and Athens, the price is seven euros per kilogram, while in supermarkets it reportedly increases to 15 to 16 euros per kilo. In Serbian markets, the first cherries were sold at prices ranging from 18 euros. read more

The strikers in the province bordering Costa Rica have protested and blocked roads, leading to shortages of fuel and some food items. Schools are also closed. read more

The "BioMarktMeter" collects current and reliable data on supply and demand in various marketing channels and among consumers as part of the national action plan for the growth of organic production and consumption 2022-2030. This action plan aims read more

BayWa Global Produce, the fruit and vegetable division of the Munich-based conglomerate BayWa Group, reported an increase in sales during the first three months of the year, as per the company's latest figures. read more

The Global Produce segment comprises all activities of the corporation in the field of fruit and vegetable cultivation. In this segment, trade has been positive, with sales improving by 10.7% compared to the previous year to 298 million euros. read more

The Greek strawberry campaign for this season started about two weeks later than usual, in the month of November, mainly due to planting delays, as stated by Alexandros Polydoropoulos, an agronomist at the Greek strawberry specialist Labidino. read more

As QS reports, referring to the BVK, CURZATE 60 WG (active ingredient: Cymoxanil) may be used to combat downy mildew on zucchini beyond the existing authorization from May 27 to September 23, 2025. read more