The fungal pathogen Botrytis cinerea produces spores abundantly on aging and damaged tissues in damp, humid, and low light conditions. This can result in rapid outbreaks of the pathogen and cause a decrease in sales of large mixed containers due to the death of individual plants. Smaller, shaded areas are particularly susceptible. read more

The supply of watermelons from the southeast appears to be abundant for the upcoming Memorial Day weekend, despite the slow start in supply from south Florida. "They're a bit behind because they had a cooler winter than last year, so they're probably about a week to a read more

The recent snowfall in Prespa, Finland, combined with low morning temperatures, is likely to cause significant damage to the apple orchards in the area. Goran Stefanovski, the head of the Resen working unit at the Agency for the Promotion of Agricultural Development, has reported that over 3000 hectares of apple orchards are at risk. read more

Greek authorities in Thessaloniki seized a quantity of cocaine concealed in a banana container from Ecuador, according to MEGA TV. During inspections at the SEMBO container terminal, fifty packages containing 57.919 kilograms of cocaine were found hidden in the container's refrigeration units. read more

The new simplification package presented yesterday by the European Commission on the Common Agricultural Policy has received praise from the main Italian agricultural sector organizations. Coldiretti, Cia-Agricoltori Italiani, and Copagri welcome Brussels' initiative with favor. read more

As part of its international promotional activities, Fresh Antalya has recently completed a strategic visit to Russia with the aim of strengthening commercial ties and promoting participation in the upcoming Fresh Antalya Exhibition. The exhibition is scheduled to take place between 18–20 September 2025 at Anfaş Expo. read more

Colina Fruits supplies blueberries year-round and collaborates with major producing countries. "Huelva, Spain, is our main source, but this year has been challenging," says Will Hill, Director at Colina Fruits. "There have been none of the usual peaks in read more

Driscoll's has submitted a protective appeal contesting the recent summary judgment decision made by the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District in favor of California Berry Cultivars (CBC). This appeal underscores Driscoll's dedication to protecting its intellectual property, including its patented technology. read more

In 2024, Italian agri-food districts' exports reached a new record, with over 28 billion euros in sales on foreign markets and a growth of 7.1% compared to 2023 (1.9 billion more). This is what emerges from the Monitor of Italian agri-food districts as of December 31st. read more

This year's spring has brought many challenges to strawberry growers. In the production regions, we observe significant differences in the condition of plants on plantations. Some plots have suffered significantly due to frosts, while others have fared better due to better plant preparation or more. read more

In the fresh produce industry, uncertainty is a constant. From severe weather and shifting regulations to labor shortages and geopolitical tensions, disruptions are inevitable. For growers, distributors, and retailers, the real challenge isn't just reacting to these changes, it's adjusting. read more

Simple, natural, and at the same time authentically "new" in its conception. This is the identity of Melinda Freecrock, the line of 100% fruit and nut bars from Melinda that was awarded at the latest edition of TuttoFood, the Milanese trade fair event. read more

Māori involvement in New Zealand's horticultural industry has grown by more than a third in the last eight years, even as the total horticultural land area decreased by 9% over the past two decades. According to a report from Horticulture New Zealand, Māori-owned horticultural land has increased from... read more

Omer-Decugis & Cie, an international group specializing in fresh and exotic fruits and vegetables, has announced its revenue results for the first half of the 2024/25 fiscal year, covering the period from October 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025. The group reported revenue of €140.4 million. read more

Kuehne+Nagel has announced the launch of its carrier engagement sustainability programme, a new initiative designed to enhance sustainability practices within the air logistics sector. As part of this programme, the company has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MoU) with fourteen global airlines… read more

Nachfrage nach Premium-Melonen und Wassermelonen in den letzten Jahren gestiegen, sagt Amanda Pires, Marketingkoordinatorin des brasilianischen Melonenproduzenten und -exporteurs Itaueira: "Der brasilianische Melonenmarkt durchläuft eine beträchtliche Transformation, die durch Veränderungen im Konsum und der Logistik angetrieben wird. read more

Since 2019, Glomerella has rapidly spread in the main apple-growing areas of Northern Italy, starting from Emilia-Romagna up to Trentino-Alto Adige, Piedmont, and Veneto. Concern among producers is growing due to a series of factors related to the dangerousness of the pathogen: read more

In recent years, highbush blueberry cultivation in Poland has been one of the most dynamically developing sectors of the berry business. In terms of cultivation area (13,000 hectares), we are the largest plantation in Europe. However, the 2025 season proved to be exceptionally difficult and unpredictable. read more

A co-operative consisting of eight fresh produce growers from South Korea, who are interested in exporting their products to the UK, recently visited New Covent Garden Market to learn about the operations of Britain's largest wholesale market. read more

With the concept Danske Madskatte (Danish Food Treasures) and a comprehensive marketing strategy, the company was able to achieve an organic growth of over five percent in 2024. read more