In 2025, the Netherlands cultivated over 83,000 hectares of ware potatoes, marking an 8.6% increase from the previous year. This is the first time since 2000 that ware potato acreage has exceeded 80,000 hectares. According to provisional figures from the 2025 Agricultural Census by Statistics Netherlands. read more

The Bransford Webbs Plant Company, based in Worcestershire, has recently announced a new partnership with OGL Software, a provider of enterprise resource planning (ERP) solutions. Specializing in supplying garden centers nationwide with a diverse selection of high-quality ornamental plants, Bransford Webbs has established a robust... read more

Ostatni sezon dla tunezyjskich daktyli był poważnie dotknięty niekorzystnymi warunkami pogodowymi, co skutkowało stratą niemal połowy spodziewanej wielkości zbiorów, a także spadkiem jakości i cen eksportu. W lipcu 2024 roku oznaki końca sezonu były już zauważalne. Rok później, tunezyjski read more

While there are currently many small-sized limes coming from Mexico, this may soon change. "In the next two weeks, we will still have small sizes. However, we have started to experience some rain," says Antonio Espinosa, president of Fresco Produce LLC. "The quality of the limes may be affected." read more

Since April 2025, the BFA has been organizing heats across the UK. These events were held during their Hub meetings in Glasgow, Northern Ireland, Sheffield, Bristol, and London. The organization was delighted to observe the high level of enthusiasm and skill displayed in both competitions: UK Florist of the Year (5 years +). read more

In the meeting held on Friday, June 27th, 2025, the Parity Commission of the Bologna Potato Exchange, at newly started excavations, set the minimum reference price for the commercialization of First-quality potatoes to be introduced to the market for the upcoming campaign. read more

Gavina returns to TV: a new commercial is coming with a festive, fresh, and joyful spirit dedicated to the mini watermelon, sweet, crisp, and seedless, which is one of the flagship products of the Agricultural Cooperative Campidanese and its brand "L'Orto di Eleonora". read more

The increase in pear drop, or premature fruit drop, and the Asian stink bug, which has not been eradicated and is damaging especially organic pear orchards, are causing concern among fruit producers in Cia-Agricoltori Italiani Ferrara. read more

Zbiory borówek w Kolumbii Brytyjskiej, Kanada, rozpoczęły się w ten weekend. "To są tylko początkowe ilości - niektórzy ludzie mogli już zacząć dla straganów, itp.," mówi Navtej Bains z Westberry Farms, dodając, że tegoroczne plony zaczynają się nieco wcześniej niż w zeszłym roku o kilka dni. read more

California ma obecnie optymalny sezon na owoce pestkowe. "Do tej pory temperatury były bardzo łagodne, a było chłodniej niż zazwyczaj", mówi Magnus Olson z farmy rodzinnej Olsonów, organicznego producenta różnych odmian owoców pestkowych. "Sucha pogoda i temperatury w okolicach 80 stopni Fahrenheita... read more

Avocado has become a strategic crop for Guatemala to strengthen its agricultural sector and open up new international markets. Growers, exporters, government agencies, and technicians are working together under the leadership of the Agexport avocado committee to make avocado a competitive and profitable industry. read more

The apricot yield in Europe is expected to be low, a trend also observed in Hungary. However, an area around Lake Balaton stands out due to its unique microclimatic conditions. Plantations located on the southern shore of the lake have been protected from frosts, as reported. read more

This month, FreshPlaza will be focusing on stone fruit and soft fruit. Are you a grower, importer, or supplier of these fruits? If so, we would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can call you for an interview, just let us know. You can contact info@freshplaza.com. read more

VN Trading produces approximately 160 tonnes of mushrooms per week: 120 tonnes of white mushrooms and 40 tonnes of chestnut mushrooms. Operating under the name Van Namen Champignons, the family business has been active in the mushroom sector for over 60 years. The mushrooms are grown at several sites. read more

Mexico is the only country in the world that produces avocados all year round. It can do so thanks to a combination of natural factors, such as different altitudes, soil structure, and weather conditions that allow the avocado tree (Persea americana) to bloom up to four times a year, especially. read more

After a challenging berry campaign affected by the weather, the Sociedad Cooperativa Andaluza Santa María de la Rábida (Fresón de Palos) has managed to increase its volume compared to the previous season and is continuing to expand its export activities while consolidating its presence. read more

W celu dalszego wzmocnienia obecności i optymalizacji współpracy z istniejącymi i potencjalnymi partnerami w obszarze Eurazji, firma Könst Alstroemeria ma przyjemność poinformować, że firma Bilat Handel GmbH, pan Alexander Brjuhins, został jej oficjalnym przedstawicielem dla następujących. read more

Carrots are now available fresh from local farms once again. At the beginning of the season, the team from meine-Möhren.de visited Hubert Merz in Baden-Württemberg, a dedicated Bioland producer who grows carrots organically in harmony with nature. Hubert, Johannes Merz, and Max Möhre are celebrating this achievement. read more

The Laos-China Railway entered a new phase of growth by enabling the transportation of more than 2.48 million tons of goods worth over CNY 10 billion (USD 1.4 billion) between January and May. This information was reported by Chinese customs through Xinhua. The railway experienced an increase in both freight volume. read more

Little Leaf Farms is expanding further with a new facility in Tennessee. The new 215-acre campus, situated in Manchester, Tennessee, will feature 40 acres of greenhouses initially, with the potential to expand to 80 acres. Funding has already been secured, and Little Leaf Farms will commence operations soon. read more