With the closing of June, Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor can draw a preliminary assessment of the watermelon and melon campaign in the Hyper+Super channel, updated to week 24. The data show a decidedly positive start, with double-digit increases across all main categories. read more

The cool spring has delayed the Hungarian melon season, but the market will still see a high supply of quality melons and cantaloupes. This information was shared during a joint press event by the National Chamber of Agriculture, the Hungarian Vegetable and Fruit Interprofessional Organization (FruitVeB), and the. read more

"Zgodnie z prognozami sporządzonymi 1 czerwca 2025 r., produkcja francuskiej cykorii powinna osiągnąć 132 800 ton w sezonie 2024-2025, co oznacza wzrost o 25 400 ton w porównaniu z niską produkcją w sezonie 2023-2024. Po dwóch kampaniach zrelatywnie wysokimi poziomami cen spowodowanymi ograniczonym podażą, ceny spadły." read more

The Hectre Global AgTech Tour 2025 has concluded, leaving a legacy of innovative ideas, enhanced partnerships, and a united vision for the future of technology in the fruit production sector. The tour, held from June 1 to 7 in various cities in Washington State, including Yakima, was a resounding success. read more

The plant-based offer continues to focus on enhanced taste experiences. Findus is moving in this direction with the introduction of the new recipe for the vegetable burger from the Green Cuisine range, Findus' plant-based dish line. The new product stands out for its succulence and intensity. read more

During the blooming season, Pink Lady® promoted BeePink - Friends of Bees, an initiative dedicated to biodiversity and the essential role of bees in orchards. The campaign involved consumers through targeted in-store activities, with dedicated communication materials. read more

Klasmann-Deilmann will present its newest innovations at Cultivate 2025, scheduled to take place from July 13 to 15, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. With the theme "Meet the future of horticultural business," the company will showcase solutions tailored to meet the changing needs of the horticulture industry in North America. read more

The record-breaking high temperatures are influencing prices and consumption in the fruit and vegetable market in Rome. According to data from the Price Observatory of the Centro Agroalimentare Roma (CAR), the extreme heat of the past few weeks has caused a rapid ripening of fruits and... read more

The Lebanese grape season is shaping up to be one of the most promising in recent years, according to Mehdi Awdi, the owner of Lebanese grape exporter ETS Awdi Enterprise. "While many farmers across the Bekaa Valley are struggling with water shortages due to minimal winter rainfall and rapidly depleting water sources, read more

"Stand by nature, stand by you" is the new slogan that will accompany Naturitalia from today. It is a clear and direct message that summarizes the commitment of the Bologna-based cooperative, one of the main players in the fruit and vegetable sector, towards two fundamental pillars: nature and people. read more

Sainsbury's boss warns over retail taxes after 'high impact' NI rise. "The government needs to be careful about the level of costs being imposed on the industry," said Simon Roberts, the CEO of the supermarket group, which also owns the catalogue chain Argos and the furniture brand Habitat,... read more

The number of regions taking measures to cope with record heat is increasing, imposing a ban on outdoor work during the hottest hours of the day. In Lombardy, from today until September 15th, outdoor work will be prohibited between 12:30 and 16:00. read more

The end of the Spanish organic lemon season is accelerating due to high temperatures affecting the production of the Verna variety, which is already lower than last year. Demand remains high as we transition to the Southern Hemisphere campaign. read more

The state-run Karimbam farm in Kannur, India, has created three high-yield hybrid marigold varieties, specifically for the lucrative Onam flower market. The company stated that this achievement is a significant milestone in reducing Kerala's traditional dependence on marigold imports from Tamil Nadu and Karnataka. read more

Blueberries have become one of the most sought-after fruits globally due to their nutritional and antioxidant properties, as well as their ease of consumption due to their seed and peel-free nature. In recent decades, their demand has grown exponentially, driven primarily by the trend toward read more

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The overseas citrus season is in full swing at Van Ooijen Citrus in Ridderkerk. "Lemon sales are going extremely well at the moment due to the nice weather. Sales of other citrus fruits are a bit slower, partly because there is a lot of summer fruit available. I expect lemon demand to continue to rise as we move further into the season." read more

With the Packaging Register, the floricultural sector is taking steps towards the digital exchange of sustainability data on used packaging in floriculture. This registry, set up in collaboration with various parties in the supply chain, provides growers, buyers, and packaging suppliers with a platform. read more

Chestnut Nursery in Poole has experienced a 150 percent increase in sales since its redevelopment in 2019. The garden center, known as a "plant paradise" by its owners, is operated by the charity Plants and Minds and provides support for adults with severe mental health conditions. Besides functioning as a garden center, read more

"We will begin harvesting operations on August 10, so it is still too early to make predictions about the summer fruit campaign. We can only hope that there will be no adverse weather conditions during these 40 days, as has occurred in the past," reported Giovanni Scavo, sales manager of the Sicilian Il. read more