Potatoes, one of the world's staple crops, were included in the Environmental Working Group's (EWG) "Dirty Dozen" list for 2025, stirring concern in the potato sector. The EWG annually identifies fruits and vegetables with the highest pesticide residues, using data from the USDA's Pesticide Data. read more

The authorities have addressed concerns about misinformation circulating among stakeholders in the horticulture industry regarding Kenyan avocado exports. They clarified that there has been no discussion or proposal to ban the export of fresh avocados. A recent meeting was held on June 25, 2025, focusing on avocado oil. read more

Seed companies presented their newest varieties at the melon and watermelon week in Murcia. They also mentioned that consumers are particularly drawn to varieties that have a good smell and taste, a trend that is becoming more evident in supermarkets. For instance, Galkia, a type of Galia melon, is a prime example. read more

Some Moroccan exporters of fresh produce decided to conclude their watermelon campaign once Spanish watermelons entered the market. Said Aghzou, the CEO of Valyour, was one of them. Aghzou stated: "We stopped our watermelon campaign 20 days ago, after the start of the Spanish campaign." read more

The current Egyptian sweet potato season has faced more challenges compared to the last season, causing delays in some shipments, according to Rayan El Sawy, Chairman of the fresh produce exporter Egyptian Emirati Import & Export: "This sweet potato season was more challenging than previous seasons in Egypt, due to..." read more

NLight, a company specializing in LED horticultural lighting, has announced two new additions to its senior leadership team: Joram Wijnaendts van Resandt as the European Sales Manager for Poland, UK, Ukraine (Northern & Eastern Europe), and Joost van Rooij as the Head of EU Operations, responsible for overseeing operations in the Netherlands, France, and. read more

This year is a milestone for Plants Nouveau as the company celebrates its 20-year anniversary. Since its establishment in 2005, Plants Nouveau has introduced some of the most beloved plants to the North American market—and they are just getting started. Founded by a horticulturist and industry expert. read more

Plastic may never wilt, but it's choking Maharashtra's blooming floriculture industry—prompting MLAs across party lines to call for a ban on artificial flowers. Legislators on Monday raised concerns about the harmful impact of synthetic flowers on public health, the environment, and the. read more

Ukrainian producers have begun selling the first batches of open-field cucumbers. Analysts cited by RBC-Ukraine also report that greenhouse supply remains high. In early July, wholesale prices for cucumbers range from 25 to 35 UAH/kg (€0.58–0.82), which is almost at the same level as last year. read more

In a quiet corner of West Bengal's East Midnapore district, Kolaghat blooms with life every morning. Its flower market, filled with the bright yellows of marigolds and the soft pinks of roses, buzzes with gentle energy. Amid this colorful bustle, young Arup Kumar Ghosh grew up, finding read more

Simone Zerbinati has been elected President of the Fresh-Cut and Fresh Produce Group of the Italian Food Union, representing the main companies operating in the sector that produce fresh, washed, packaged, ready-to-eat fruits and vegetables, and fresh ready meals. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Irrigation in Peru has reported that the country exported over 100,000 tons of citrus fruits between January and May of this year, which is a 50% increase compared to the same period last year. Mandarins made up 62% of the total volume, followed by Tahiti limes. read more

Supporting in a targeted manner some key sectors of the agriculture and fishing industries in Emilia-Romagna that are facing economic, environmental, or structural challenges, through an extraordinary and urgent intervention. This is the objective of the bill presented today. read more

Westfalia Fruit, a specialist in the avocado industry, has finalized the acquisition of Greenpoint Trading B.V., a Dutch food service company that specializes in avocados and owns the popular Avojoy brand. Greenpoint caters to a diverse customer base within the food service industry. read more

Tornike Latatia, from the Association of Almond and Walnut Growers in Georgia, reports on recent frost impacts on almond yields in Shida Kartli. The frosts have affected orchards, with an anticipated 30-40% reduction in harvest volume. Despite this, forecasts suggest a production of approximately... read more

In the most recent weekly pricing data for bananas, Belize was the sole country among the listed suppliers to exhibit a notable price change. The average price for bananas from Belize decreased to £0.88 per kilogram, compared to the previous week's average of £0.99. This represents a decrease of £0.11, or read more

The fruit and vegetable export industry in Vietnam experienced a significant improvement in June 2025, with total exports reaching almost $810 million. This represented a 31% increase from May and a 20% rise compared to the same period last year. This boost brought the total exports for the first half of the year to $3.1 billion, narrowing the... read more

A luksusowy detalista sztucznych kwiatów został przejęty przez przedsiębiorcę Ben Herberta z Tamworth poprzez jego firmę inwestycyjną Hershaw Holdings. The Faux Flower Company, znana z ultra-realistycznych, ręcznie wykonanych kwiatów, została założona dziesięć lat temu w Hongkongu przez Janey Dillons pod nazwą. read more