A new campaign for "retati" melons has started, with the Sicilian product already on the market. Thanks to the mild climate in March and April, Sicily boasts the earliest production in Europe, with a one-month advance compared to other continental cultivations. Cultivated in the region... read more

Prospiant has announced the appointment of Burk Metzger as the new President of the company. Burk will be reporting directly to Gibraltar CEO Bill Bosway. Metzger holds a degree in Agricultural Engineering from Nuertingen-Geislingen University in Germany and is a seasoned leader with extensive experience in the CEA industry. read more

Gourmet Mushroom Products (GMP), a family-run business in the U.S. specializing in the cultivation of morel mushrooms, has announced that Nora Malachowski, a third-generation member of the Malachowski family, has officially joined the company. This decision represents a significant milestone for the company. read more

Pieter Bootsma has now completed 100 days as CEO of Royal FloraHolland. A great moment to look back on the past period. Among other things, he talks about the positive results for 2024 and his visit to Kenya and Ethiopia. But he also looks ahead. Curious about Pieter's experiences? Watch the video. read more

Italian supermarket Italmark (Selex) in Carpenedolo (BS) has been renovated following damage caused by extreme weather events 18 months ago. The store covers a total area of 2,476 square meters, with approximately 200 square meters dedicated to fruits and vegetables, offering a new look as reported in Gdoweek. read more

Wielkanoc w 2025 roku przypada prawie trzy tygodnie później, jednak dostawy ziemniaków wyglądają porównywalnie do ubiegłego roku. "Jednakże, zaczęły się one wolniej z uwagi na datę i zwiększyły się w miarę jak zbliżaliśmy się do końca kwietnia," mówi Drew Callaghan, wiceprezes wykonawczy w RPE. "Ogólnie rzecz biorąc, harmonogram był... read more

As Europe solidifies its position as the leading market for exotic fruits, Brazilian exporters face the challenges of managing production peaks, meeting certification requirements, and overcoming logistical obstacles that demand precision and constant adaptation. With over 60 years of experience in the Brazilian market, Campal Frutas is... read more

W South Australia, it is very popular during Easter to spend the long weekend in the surrounding country towns, if possible. "Barbecue lunches and family gatherings on Sundays are popular. It is also Orthodox Easter this year, so there are plenty of celebrations," said Anthony De. read more

According to the Association of Greek Fruit, Vegetable and Juice Exporters, Incofruit Hellas, Greece's kiwifruit exports increased by 14.2% between September 1, 2024, and April 17, 2025. This period saw exports reach 208,679 tons, surpassing the 200,000-ton milestone for the first time. read more

UK: M&S is investing over £90 million in its London stores, opening seventeen new and improved locations and creating 450 local jobs. M&S announced: "We are opening six new food halls in Clapham, Covent Garden, Fulham Broadway, Putney, New Malden, and Leytonstone, and renovating eleven more stores across the city." read more

It has always been one of the undisputed queens of the fruit and vegetable department, present in shopping carts 365 days a year. The banana, an iconic and one of the best-selling products ever, has often been talked about for its aggressive pricing strategies adopted in retail outlets. read more

The avocado season in the Valencian Community is ending earlier than usual, with the last batches of late Lamb Hass avocados being harvested and showing good commercial results. "We typically sell Lamb Hass avocados until early May, and currently, most of the production has already been harvested," says Vicente. read more

The in-depth analysis of the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, carried out in collaboration with the YouGov consumer panel, continues on the evolution of the profile of Italian fruit and vegetable buyers. This time, the analysis focuses on one of the most relevant categories for consumption. read more

The Italian apricot campaign kicked off during Easter week, with the first batches arriving in the markets from Puglia. The market in Verona is reporting a good interest in the product despite this being the debut. read more

The stone fruit season in Spain's Levante region has been delayed by about 8-10 days compared to last year. "However, this delay, accompanied by temperatures that are not very high, is helping the fruit gain size and ripen little by little, so we are expecting very good quality," says Fernando. read more

As we approach the end of April, the month known for the Easter holiday, which falls on this weekend, we are in the midst of a transitional phase where spring and summer themes gradually replace the winter ones. This is an opportunity to capture the trends in photography. read more

The weather has been a threat to Polish apple growers in the last week, according to Emilia Lewandowska, office manager at Fruit-Group. She stated, "We experienced an extended period of low temperatures in April. There were days when the temperature dropped to around -6 degrees Celsius during the night, while during the day..." read more

Tomasz Domański and Wojciech Niemiec from Agrosimex discuss the applications of comprehensive fertilization and protection technology in blueberry cultivation, combining innovative biological preparations and modern plant nutrition strategies. The goal is not only to improve

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From 22 April to 2 May, ARCO is organizing Demo Days in Grubbenvorst. During this event, they will showcase a new integrated line for weighing and packaging fresh herbs in flowpack. "The solution focuses on efficiency, accuracy, and ease of use within the packaging process," the company states. read more

After the U.S. Donald Trump presidential administration announced a global baseline 10 percent tariff on all goods entering the U.S. on April 3, it is advisable for those in the produce industry to review their business contracts. This is important because some contracts may have clauses that need to be adapted or renegotiated due to the new tariff regulations. read more