The Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (DTIC) is addressing concerns regarding South Africa's trade relations with Russia following the recent tariff announcement by U.S. President Donald Trump. Trump has proposed a potential 100% tariff on imports from Russia, pending resolution talks. read more

In the world of fruits and vegetables, there is always room for innovation, and this summer British consumers will be able to experience something out of the ordinary thanks to a new variety of grapes that tastes like the famous mojito cocktail. Starting from tomorrow, retail outlets will offer this unique grape variety. read more

The melon campaign continues, with high availability. With the rise in temperatures, an upward push for watermelons is expected. Quantities are running out for peaches and nectarines with small-sized fruit. The cherry season is coming to an end, with the campaign in Trentino. read more

Najnowsze dane dotyczące cen owoców pokazują spadek średnich cen kilku odmian jabłek. Jabłka Bramley's Seedling zanotowały spadek średniej ceny z £1.37 za kilogram w zeszłym tygodniu do £1.25 w tym tygodniu, co oznacza spadek o £0.12. Inne odmiany jabłek z końca sezonu zanotowały bardziej znaczący spadek, z... read more

With sweet long peppers, spicy Cornetto chili peppers, Friggitello peppers, squash blossoms, and sweet corn, Sipo's summer harvest is marked by both time-honored favorites and fresh additions to the range. "The sweet long pepper is a new item that was just added and is already in high demand," read more

At Beyond Chrysant in Hoek van Holland, the Netherlands, quality is a top priority. That means not only taking care of the crop in the greenhouse but also focusing on the post-harvest process. As one of the first chrysanthemum growers, Beyond Chrysant switched to vacuum cooling years ago. read more

NatureSweet® is raising concerns about the U.S. government's decision to end the long-standing Tomato Suspension Agreement (TSA). This decision could disrupt the fresh tomato supply chain, significantly decrease availability, and jeopardize food safety for American consumers. read more

The Italian fruit and vegetable sector has wide margins for growth, especially in enhancing the value of its products. Too often, in fact, there is a clear gap between consumers' perception and the actual value of the offering. Among the available tools, communication plays a crucial role. read more

The James Hutton Institute has announced the successful development of the UK's first domestically bred blueberry, named "Highland Charm," created at its Invergowrie research facility in Scotland. The result of a decade of work, this cultivar was selected from over 300 unique crosses of the native. read more

In mid-July of this year, the picturesque areas of the Fall Creek® nursery and demonstration fields in Meterik, the Netherlands, became the center of a European discussion on the future of blueberry cultivation. On July 15-16, 2025, the Field + Forum event took place there. read more

One million signatures collected in a few days, a divided Parliament, and a country split between defending agriculture and protecting health and the environment. The petition launched by a French student against the "Duplomb" law - which allows the reintroduction of read more

Peruvian avocado and citrus exports are facing difficult conditions. There is a high volume of exports, thin profit margins, and strict market requirements. "This year is a strong one for Peruvian avocado. Export volumes from Peru have increased by as much as 30% compared to 2024, putting pressure on the main markets...." read more

In the most recent weekly pricing data, Belize saw a significant increase in the average price of bananas, rising from £0.88 the previous week to £0.99. This reflects a weekly price change of £0.11, which represents a 13% increase. Belize is currently the only country out of the three compared that showed this increase. read more

Ausveg, the national organization representing vegetable, potato, and onion growers in Australia, has voiced their support for National Farm Safety Week, starting on Sunday, July 20. This year's theme, named "Second Chances – Who Knows How Many You'll Get?", aims to promote safety awareness among those working in the agricultural sector. read more

With temperatures surpassing 40 degrees Celsius in many parts of Italy, it's inevitable to think about the symbol of summer: watermelon. This fruit is the star of the month of July, thanks to the analyses of Agroter's Ortofrutta Monitor, which captures a... read more

In 2023, Indonesia implemented more stringent quarantine regulations for imported onions, which included mandatory fumigation. This requirement also applied to onions imported from New Zealand. These measures were motivated by Indonesia's goal to safeguard its agricultural industry against potential biosecurity risks. read more

Eksport owoców i warzyw z Maroka do Hiszpanii wzrósł w pierwszym kwartale 2025 roku, z najnowszych danych przedstawionych przez Hortoinfo wynika, że ilość wzrosła o 22% w skali roku. Hiszpania zaimportowała 188 076 ton produktów rolnych z Maroka o wartości 481 milionów euro. Pomidory stanowiły główny udział w wzroście, ich ilość wzrosła o 34% pod względem objętości i wartości. read more

W Masseria Fruttirossi's Lome brand juices will soon be available in Tetra Pak carton format in addition to glass and PET bottles. This is the latest innovation introduced by the Apulian company, which is the leading pomegranate producer in Italy with 400 hectares. Dario De Lisi, the company's sales manager, announced this new development. read more

Według początkowych prognoz zbiorów dla regionu Axarquía w Maladze, można spodziewać się silnego wzrostu produkcji mango. Produkcja awokado, która rośnie w różnych prowincjach Hiszpanii, również powinna poprawić się. W ostatnich latach zbiory mango w Maladze były. read more

"The persistent drought and high temperatures in the early morning hours make it difficult to grow horticultural crops," says Maria Luisa Terrenzio, marketing manager at OP Prima Bio in Rignano Garganico, a town in the Italian province of Foggia, Apulia. "Tomatoes, in particular, require constant..." read more