The greenhouse watermelon harvest in Ilia, Greece has just begun. Mr. Thanasis Pittas, the owner of the local packing company Ilias Fruits, describes the situation at the outset: "We started harvesting today, following the usual schedule. This weekend, we expect to harvest around 100-200 tons." read more

In Honselersdijk, in the Dutch greenhouse region of Westland, Villa Curcuma is the only farm in the Netherlands that cultivates cut curcuma under glass. Growers Dean and Mike Zuidgeest grow the crop on one hectare of land, next to Villa Gerbera, where they also cultivate gerberas. read more

The Basilicata Strawberry Consortium appears compact and determined for one of the most important events in the international fruit and vegetable sector: Macfrut in Rimini. The Promoting Committee for the recognition of the Basilicata Strawberry IGP will be present to discuss a path based on read more

UK: Growth and profitability on the agenda at Spar retailer event

Spar independent retailers can look forward to a full day of retail analysis, growth initiatives, and an improved tradeshow at James Hall & Co's annual retailer event. Titled 'Spar Forward for 2026', the event promises to focus on driving growth and profitability for retailers. read more

Wholesale prices for yellow onions in Moldova have increased since the end of last week. Prices have risen from 3 lei/kg (US$0.17/kg) during the pre-holiday period to around 4.5 lei/kg (US$0.25/kg), as reported by market operators. This price hike is attributed to the decreased availability of high-quality stocks. read more

There is a subtle tension running through the Italian agri-food sector, a kind of breath-holding anticipation that, for now, has not materialized into concrete critical issues but continues to fuel questions. The strike of truck drivers in Sicily, in fact, always resembles read more

The modernization of the EU-Mexico Free Trade Agreement (TLCUEM) aims to increase tariff-free access for the majority of Mexican agricultural and food exports, helping to diversify trade beyond North America. The updated agreement includes modifications in regulatory cooperation, market access, and geographical indications. read more

The Mazzoni Group will be among the protagonists of Macfrut 2026, scheduled from April 21st to 23rd, a key event for the international fruit and vegetable sector. The fair will be a strategic opportunity to meet industry professionals and commercial partners, and most importantly, to. read more

"The onion market is active, but that's about it," laments Laurens Mostert of Daily Onions from Valkenburg. "There is a continuous challenge to obtain sufficient volume to keep the machines operating. Some packers are quiet, while others are slightly busier; there is no real pressure in the market. Capacity." read more

The story of Little Spider, a company that eliminates the need for pesticides in greenhouses, emerged from Handelskwekerij Bruinen. In November 2025, Little Spider won the Royal FloraHolland Sustainability Award. Co-owner Fleur Bruinen said, "We didn't expect a small spider read more

Parlapiano Sicilia will present the excellences of the Sicilian territory during Macfrut 2026 in Rimini from April 21st to 23rd. The company is a leader in the commercialization of products such as the Arancia di Ribera D.O.P., which is a flagship product, as well as the Organic Sicilian Orange. read more

In the 'Enrosadira' variety quarters managed as part of the Malinowe Factory project, a lot is happening during the summer harvest. The plantation, established in mid-April last year, has weathered the winter relatively well, although - as is the case every year - it has not been without damage to the bundles. read more

Brazil is expanding its presence in the global fruit market, with the sector aiming to align its production capacity with export performance. In an interview on Nova Cidade FM, MBR commercial director Renato Miralla stated that the country, currently the third largest fruit producer in the world, is seeking to read more

Geographical Indication products, such as the Igp Red Orange of Sicily, are an example of ambassadors of Made in Italy around the world thanks to their presence in international markets and the territory they naturally represent. However, in the current geopolitical context, the risk is that... read more

Agencja Small Business Administration (SBA) w USA oferuje kredyty pomocowe dla małych przedsiębiorstw i organizacji non-profit w Kolorado dotkniętych suszą. Po nietypowo suchej zimie, która pozostawiła niskie pokrycie śnieżne, niewielcy producenci rolni mówią, że stoją w obliczu nieprzewidywalnych warunków. read more

Sezon awokado w Izraelu był sukcesem pomimo wybuchu wojny, z dobrą ilością, cenami i jakością będącymi śledzone. Silne zapotrzebowanie pomogło zapewnić szybką sprzedaż owoców - skomentował Mark Everett, Dyrektor Działu Biznesu - Awokado w firmie Worldwide Fruit. "To" read more

Italians are increasingly liking Mango and Avocado. Our country ranks fifth in Europe for avocado imports and seventh for mango consumption. These are the findings from Fruitimprese in view of the "Mango and Avocado Explosion" event at Macfrut. read more

Produkcja awokado i mango w regionie Axarquía w Maladze pozostaje kluczowym elementem lokalnej gospodarki, a sektor ten obecnie skupia się na wzmocnieniu swojej pozycji na rynkach europejskich. Po kilku latach suszy, ostatnie opady deszczu poprawiły dostępność wody, a zbiornik La Viñuela. read more

With temperatures rising across China, a variety of agricultural products are coming into season. In response, Onedayone Group has dispatched its quality management team to production areas, offering on-site support to farmers on pesticide practices and field records in order to enhance traceability. read more

The banana is the most loved and consumed fruit by Italians, present on every table: according to a 2025 analysis of grocery store carts, it is purchased by 86% of families, a figure that has no equivalent in the fruit and vegetable department. read more