When it comes to choosing products at the supermarket, Italians have few doubts, Italian identity makes a difference, and many are convinced that their purchasing behavior also helps them to make their voice heard. This is one of the main findings that emerge from the Behavior. read more

After a tropical night in the Netherlands, work in the greenhouses started early again yesterday. In some greenhouses, work even continued overnight to avoid the worst of the daytime heat. Yesterday was extremely warm again, with a sea breeze and the possibility of heavy thunderstorms. read more

Moldova's Parliament has approved in the first reading a reform that allows certified fresh fruit and vegetable operators to bypass routine quality inspections. The proposed changes to the law on quality control of fresh produce introduce a certification system for economic agents who meet certain criteria. read more

Z około 3 400 tonami produkowanymi rocznie we Francji, sektor malinowy we Francji pozostaje skromny w porównaniu z importem, który wciąż pokrywa 85% konsumpcji. Ponad 8 na 10 malin nadal pochodzi z zagranicy (Maroko zimą, Hiszpania wiosną oraz Portugalia wiosną i latem). read more

The premium imported fruit market in India is experiencing consistent growth, driven by the demand in urban areas for healthier and high-quality produce as well as global culinary trends. Urban millennials, Generation Z, families in metropolitan areas, and Tier-2 cities are influencing the demand, while the Indian hospitality industry is also contributing to the growing interest. read more

A fruit wholesaler based in Dordogne was given a one-year suspended prison sentence and a €50,000 fine for mislabeling imported fruits. The products, which came from Morocco, Portugal, and the Netherlands, were falsely labeled as French. This included... read more

Nowa czosnek z Hiszpanii jest dostępny na niemieckim rynku od kilku tygodni. "Rozpoczęliśmy nowy sezon w tygodniu kalendarzowym 25 i obecnie otrzymujemy bardzo dobrej jakości produkty z regionu upraw wokół Kordoby. Niestety, deszcz przyszedł w tym roku dokładnie w złym momencie, i read more

Many highbush blueberry plantations, including some plots in the Blueberry Factory project, are entering a critical stage of the season - intense fruit growth. It's the last chance to influence their size, firmness, and commercial quality.

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The pepper season is fully underway in the Spanish Region of Murcia, with some excess production due to imbalances in the plantations caused by abundant rainfall at the end of winter and the beginning of spring. There is also strong pressure on prices due to an oversupply of Dutch products. read more

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The new commercial season of Perla Nera has started these days, the midi watermelon with dark skin and few seeds, particularly sweet and crunchy, a fruit of Italian agri-food excellence. Perla Nera is the result of the collaboration of three leaders in the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

Davide Vernocchi is on fire - like the temperatures enveloping Italy - as he explodes the day after the Ministry of Health denied the derogation use of abamectin (Vasco product) to combat the Pear Psylla, one of the most harmful insects. read more

In Fondi, the heart of Lazio's fruit and vegetable production, the AgriPeppe cooperative is facing a challenging season but not without positive signs. President Luca Peppe, interviewed by IFN, provides an overview of the tomato campaign and announces the start of the Sweet pepper harvest. read more

The 2025 citrus export peak season in South Africa is expected to involve shipping approximately 171.1 million 15kg cartons of citrus. This sector is recognized as the country's largest agricultural export, highlighting the significance of efficient logistics, especially through improvements in ports and railways. read more

The now ongoing New Zealand kiwifruit season is in full swing for Zespri, and the company is approaching it with great enthusiasm. "The season in New Zealand has started off exceptionally well for Zespri. The outstanding quality of the initial Zespri kiwifruit and the increasing demand in Europe certainly..." read more

The supply of cherries from the Pacific Northwest appears to be higher than in 2024. "Our supply looks great," says Cat Gipe-Stewart, marketing director at Superfresh Growers®, noting that the company is responsible for about 17 percent of the Northwest cherry crop. "They are juicy, vibrant in color, and..." read more

On 30 May 2025, Kenya joined the global community in celebrating the International Day of the Potato (IDP) with the theme "Shaping History, Feeding the Future." The event took place at KALRO, Marindas in Molo, Nakuru County, a region well-known for potato farming. This year's celebration marked a significant step forward in… read more

Firma pozyskała 7 milionów dolarów od Sixth Sense Ventures w celu rozszerzenia swojej sieci produkcji oraz dalszego rozwoju swojej zastrzeżonej technologii aeroponicznej. Finansowanie będzie wspierać wprowadzenie trzeciej generacji komór do uprawy firmy Eeki, rozbudowę jej farm w całej Indii oraz dalszy rozwój. read more

The Zhytomyr region in central-northern Ukraine plays a significant role in fruit and berry cultivation, with plantation areas covering 4.4 thousand hectares, of which 4.0 thousand hectares are actively producing fruits. According to Agronews, apples, pears, and stone fruits dominate the production in this area. read more