The survey conducted by OnePoll among 250 independent small retailers revealed that 91% have implemented AI technology - the most common applications being AI assistants (39%), marketing (39%), and text generation (38%). On a typical day, they save read more

Korea is facing the consequences of wildfires that occurred in March and April, severely impacting the country's fruit production. read more

In the past 20 years, the cultivation areas for white asparagus have quadrupled and for green asparagus have tripled, according to the Agricultural Information Service (LID). Approximately 180 vegetable producers cultivate asparagus, with the majority of them. read more

In 2024, vegetable cultivation in open fields in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern was carried out on an area of ​​almost 2,400 hectares (+1.4% compared to 2023). The cultivation area for vegetables under high walk-in protective covers remained almost unchanged from the previous year at around 14 hectares. The harvest quantity of the crops that... read more

Joybee Fruits has announced its launch as a new distribution partner for Zespri in Vietnam, marking an “exciting milestone for the fresh fruit industry in Vietnam”. read more

Jako eksporter słodkich ziemniaków w Stanach Zjednoczonych, Północna Karolina napotyka na wyzwania ekonomiczne związane z ostatnimi eskalacjami ceł. "Słodkie ziemniaki są ważnym uprawą dla Północnej Karoliny; tak naprawdę, nasi rolnicy produkują ponad 60% całego rynku w USA" - stwierdził Steve Troxler, komisarz z Północnej Karoliny. read more

The organic stone fruit season in California is expected to begin around May 1st. So far, the state has experienced favorable growing conditions for the fruit. "There was some rainfall in the early spring that created ideal conditions for the fruit. Growers are feeling like they may be a week ahead." read more

CAST 2025 is behind us. At Danziger in Gilroy, CA, visitors were given a backstage pass to a greenhouse full of color and creativity. From new genetics to retail inspiration, eye-catching combos to elegant novelties, the mood was energetic for this season and beyond. "CAST is a great" read more

Ukrainian producers have increased the prices of yellow onions due to decreasing farm stocks and rising wholesale demand, according to analysts at EastFruit. Current market data from EastFruit indicates that Ukrainian farmers are selling yellow onions for 14–20 UAH/kg ($0.34–$0.49/kg). read more

"The days when Lidl showed great respect for French producers are long gone," claims the Sauvons les Fruits et Légumes de France collective, which accuses the German discount chain of "waging a price war." This is a situation that the collective links directly to the departure of Michel Biero. read more

Rynkiem o dużym znaczeniu dla holenderskich producentów szklarni jest rynek amerykański. Ze względu na to, że około połowa z osiemdziesięciu producentów szklarni będących członkami holenderskiej organizacji branżowej AVG działa na terenie Stanów Zjednoczonych, jak podaje przewodnicząca Annie van de Riet. Dlatego też jest zrozumiałe, że konsekwencje tej sytuacji mają wpływ. read more

On Wednesday, April 16, 2025, the final of the seventh edition of the Fruit and Salad School Games took place at the Palazzetto Russo in Foggia. This project aims to promote the consumption of fruits and vegetables among young people by spreading awareness in Italian schools. read more

Apofruit, a cooperative based in Romagna of fruit and vegetable producers with over 2,700 members in Italy's most suitable areas, recently completed the settlement of the autumn 2024 campaign for apples contributed by members from the Trentino region, representing a portion. read more

Trwający konflikt handlowy między Stanami Zjednoczonymi a Chinami wpływa na gospodarkę Kostaryki, która jest uzależniona od eksportu. Ostatnio Stany Zjednoczone nałożyły 145% cło na import z Chin, Hongkongu i Makau, powołując się na systemowe nierównowagi handlowe. W odpowiedzi Chiny nałożyły 34% cło na import ze Stanów Zjednoczonych, a... read more

Rimini will host Frutic2025, the 15th edition. The event will take place on May 7–8, 2025, within the Macfrut 2025 exhibition. Following the success of the previous edition held in Valencia in 2022, Frutic returns to Italy with a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and quality in the fruit industry. read more

Aldi UK Chief Executive Giles Hurley reflects on significant retail technology changes as the company surpasses the milestone of 1,000 stores. As the German retailer marks 35 years of operations in the UK, Hurley has shared updates on the progress made, including new store openings. read more

The Gariguette, one of the early varieties launching the strawberry season, has reached its production peak for its first cycle. Vivien Bouthier, director of the Aiguillon site, and Guillaume Baraille, sales director at France Food, take stock of what has so far been a promising season in every. read more

Rimini is getting ready to host Frutic2025, 15th edition, which will take place on May 7th and 8th, 2025 as part of Macfrut 2025. Following the success of the previous edition held in Valencia in 2022, Frutic returns to Italy with the aim of focusing on innovation and sustainability. read more

The early potato sector saw an advantage from the beginning of the asparagus season; prices remained strong due to limited availability from Cyprus and southern Italy, with some small price increases also observed locally, as reported by the BLE. In the storage potato sector, high-quality potatoes were ... read more

Sezon melona miodowego na Hainanie, w Chinach, zbliża się do końca. Pomimo wyzwań związanych z ubiegłorocznym super tajfunem i niepewnym rynkowym środowiskiem, w tym sezonie zanotowano wzrost wolumenu eksportu. Według Joy Wang, dyrektora (Shangmi) Hainan Agricultural Development Co., Ltd., read more