On July 13, a new fruit and vegetable processing facility was inaugurated in the city of Khujand, Tajikistan. The enterprise, operated by DoroArtFood LLC, is designed to handle up to 600 tons of raw produce per month, with an annual processing capacity of 7,200 tons. The facility consists of two. read more

For decades, India's agricultural exports mainly consisted of staples like rice and wheat. However, changing consumer preferences and increasing climate challenges are leading to a shift towards a more diverse range of crops. There is now a greater focus on exporting vibrant fruits, fresh vegetables, and value-added food products. read more

The world's most famous breakfast cereals have become Italian. Ferrero International is bringing them under the Italian flag with a record acquisition of 3.1 billion euros, necessary to acquire W.K. Kellogg Company, listed on Wall Street. Ferrero will thus add to Nutella, Kinder. read more

Another great recognition for Antonio Ruggiero S.p.A., which wins the Brands Award New Entry 2025 with the Ruggiero Potatoes line for culinary use, ranking first in the category of Fruits and Vegetables. This line of professional potatoes each with its own specificity read more

The Tigros network (Agorà) is strengthening with new openings. The latest, in chronological order, in Villanterio, in the province of Pavia, located at via del commercio 2, with a format that replicates the already tested formula of the brand. The produce department. read more

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The melon supply chain will be the main topic of discussion at the First Melone Mantovano PGI Symposium, scheduled for July 23 at the Palazzo Ducale in Mantua, Italy. Organized by the Consortium for the Promotion and Protection of Melone Mantovano PGI, the event will gather key stakeholders. read more

A group of angry greenhouse owners in the southern Armavir province demonstrated on Friday to demand urgent action from the Armenian government regarding Russia's severe restrictions on the import of cut flowers from Armenia. They stated that the restrictions, imposed late last month, have severely impacted their businesses. read more

Assosementi and the Ukrainian Institute for Plant Variety Examination (UIPVE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, signed on Friday in Rome during the Conference on Ukraine's Recovery 2025, which establishes the start of closer collaboration between the two countries. read more

The Polish potato sector has undergone changes, with many farmers setting up new plantations due to relatively high prices seen in previous seasons. The increase in potato cultivation was motivated by difficulties in cultivating grains and corn, which were considered less profitable. read more

It is still possible to register as exhibitors at FRUIT LOGISTICA, the world's leading trade fair for the global fresh produce trade that will take place in Berlin from February 4 to 6, 2026. With new formats, exclusive networking opportunities, and a truly global reach, this edition... read more

As of mid-July 2025, Ukraine has imported over 7,260 tons of watermelons, primarily due to an unusually cold spring and a reduction in domestic production caused by the war and loss of fertile farmland. This year, local watermelons are expected to arrive on the market later than usual. read more

The new season of Peruvian blueberries has arrived on the market. Currently, the available brands and quantities are relatively limited, with the main variety being Sekoya Pop, available in sizes 14mm+ and 18mm+. Due to the current consumption environment and the quantity and pricing of. read more

Albatarrech is a municipality in the Spanish province of Lleida with favorable conditions for the cultivation of pears, a fruit that is facing competition from stone fruit but is still highly valued in European and international markets. Unlike the challenging conditions of last year's pear season, read more

"For many industries, residual heat below 100°C is considered waste," says Bart van Meurs of Division Q. "However, for horticulture, it is a valuable resource. This makes greenhouse horticulture able to contribute to initiatives such as the hydrogen transition." Division Q, a Dutch company, is currently in discussions with various stakeholders. read more

Według Stowarzyszenia Producentów i Eksporterów Truskawek z Huelvy, Freshuelva, region wyprodukował 210 345 ton truskawek w sezonie 2024/2025, co stanowi spadek o 5% w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem. Spadek ten był spowodowany warunkami pogodowymi i wyzwaniami produkcyjnymi. Był to nierówny sezon, ale... read more

The frozen raspberry market is experiencing dynamic changes. According to analysts at EastFruit, raw material prices for processing rose sharply in early July in both Ukraine and Serbia - two key countries exporting frozen raspberries in Europe. read more

Ze względu na rosnący niedobór siły roboczej, rosyjskie regiony ponownie zezwalają na zatrudnianie pracowników z zagranicy w sektorach, w których lokalna ludność niechętnie podejmuje nisko płatne, fizycznie wymagające prace. Migranci ponownie znajdują zatrudnienie w rolnictwie, usługach spożywczych, logistyce, usługach komunalnych i handlu detalicznym. Sektor rolniczy jest... read more

W Soczi Subtropikalne Centrum Naukowe Rosyjskiej Akademii Nauk (SSC RAS) uruchomiło projekt mający na celu utworzenie pierwszego w kraju centrum hodowli i produkcji nasion roślin subtropikalnych. Inicjatywa ma na celu wzmocnienie krajowej bezpieczeństwa żywnościowego i wsparcie rozwoju. read more

Holland: Były menedżer Albert Heijn tymczasowo zostaje dyrektorem marketingu w Jumbo

Marketingowa dyrektorka Jorieke de Vries ogłosiła, że od 1 sierpnia odchodzi z Jumbo, mniej niż dwa lata po przejściu z Lidla. W odpowiedzi Jumbo teraz mianowało René Repko na stanowisko dyrektora marketingu. read more