New Bloom Solutions (NBS) is strategically moving forward to enhance its focus on media, branding, collaboration, industry support, and industry-driven services. This strategic shift will allow NBS to refine its core divisions, including New Bloom Media, which concentrates on industry... read more

In January-February 2025, Azerbaijan exported 4,045 tons of hazelnuts valued at $28.12 million, according to the State Customs Committee, as reported by ABC.AZ. This represents an increase of $5.27 million (23%) in value and 249 tons (6.6%) in quantity compared to the same period in 2024. read more

Joya® Europe kicks off the 2024-2025 season with a record commercializable volume of 20,000 tonnes of high-quality Joya® apples, representing a growth of +17% compared to the previous season. Thanks to this positive trend, the brand consolidates its leadership in Europe. read more

California's avocado harvest is currently at its peak, with the state anticipating a plentiful crop this year. The harvest began in the southern region of San Diego and recently extended to the largest growing area, Ventura County. It is estimated that the state is approximately three weeks away from harvesting the first avocados. read more

W lutym Chiny odnotowały znaczny wzrost eksportu owoców do Rosji, osiągając sześcioletnie maksimum w przypadku wysyłek jabłek oraz rekordowe poziomy dla truskawek, egzotycznych owoców, pomidorów i papryki. Dane chińskiej służby statystycznej, przeanalizowane przez RIA Novosti, podkreślają ten trend. Rosja's read more

The HDG Survey Group anticipates that artificial intelligence (AI) will have a significant impact on quality control. However, many users are not prepared to adopt AI yet, as its quality is not yet adequate. "We have observed that current applications are unable to accurately and effectively assess quality. Additionally,... read more

Defra has announced that it will not extend the Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme, and the government has not stated if there will be any scheme to replace it either. This has left English and Welsh growers in producer organizations uncertain about the future and their ability to keep up with... read more

Ivorian mango growers and exporters are getting ready for the upcoming launch of the 2025 season. Preparations are progressing smoothly, with expectations of high demand, building on the success of the previous season. This information comes from Stéphane Djédji, the CEO of Bethelem Commodities. read more

"The lime market has been very challenging over the past two months," says Rene Bouman of Fruit Market International (FMI). "Excessive volumes from Brazil—especially limes from the south, which are of moderate to poor quality—have put significant pressure on prices. The bad weather in the region has also impacted supply." read more

Dla tych, którzy tego nie widzieli, Flowers Canada Growers (FCG) zorganizowało webinar na temat planowania sukcesji podatkowej w październiku 2024 roku, prowadzony przez Kevina Stienstra, partnera podatkowego w Doane Grant Thornton. Kliknij tutaj, aby uzyskać dostęp do nagrania wideo tego webinaru. Hasło do tego webinaru to 5=isXQe7. Źródło: read more

In Warsaw markets, such as Hala Mirowska, strawberry prices (as of March 26, 2025) range from 8 to 16 PLN per kilogram. These fruits are imported mainly from Spain and Greece, where the peak season is ongoing. There are also blueberries available at attractive prices ranging from 18 PLN/kg to 24-26 PLN/kg. read more

Po roku wysokich cen cykorii w 2024 roku, sytuacja w tym roku jest zupełnie inna. "Od początku roku mamy do czynienia z niskimi poziomami cen, które utrzymują się" - zauważa Jurgen Ratelband, dyrektor handlowy w Tolpoort Vegetables. "W zeszłym roku musieliśmy zmierzyć się z read more

The construction and modernization of vegetable storage facilities in Russia continue to be expensive, and difficulties in supplying equipment further complicate the process. Alexey Krasilnikov, Executive Director of the Potato and Vegetable Market Participants Union, addressed these challenges. According to... read more

Having received its ministerial appointment on 21 November 2024, the renewed Consorzio Pesca di Verona Igp is dealing with the rebirth of peach and nectarine cultivation in the area with renewed enthusiasm. The newly appointed president, Leonardo Odorizzi, takes stock of the situation. "We have..." read more

Branding Ovation is a project aimed at popularizing brand building in the berry industry. This year's edition will take place on March 31st in Warsaw. The contest will select the "Berry Brand of the Year 2025", Grand Prix in the category of "Marketing Department of the Year 2025", and the top 6 genre brands. read more

With the beginning of spring, French orchards are blanketed in white and pink hues, with trees adorned with thousands of flowers. It's a sight to behold, but it also signals the beginning of a period feared by arborists: spring frosts. This crucial period typically lasts read more

The horticulture sector in Russia is growing, driven by government support and the rapid development of modern intensive orchards, which covered 8,500 hectares in 2024, according to the Ministry of Agriculture of the Russian Federation. read more

New Whole Foods Market in London, U.K., now open

Whole Foods Market has announced the opening of a new 21,800-square-foot store at 120 King's Road, SW3, in London. This marks an exciting expansion of the company's presence in the United Kingdom. The new store features a variety of high-quality products. read more

We are in the heart of the season of Sicilian Red Oranges IGP. To take stock of the current campaign, we spoke with Gerardo Diana, President of the Consortium for the Protection of this product, who told us how, despite the climatic and agronomic challenges, the season is progressing positively. read more

Promotion and protection are the primary tasks of PGI Consortia, which promote products with a unique story and exceptional taste qualities through European recognition. These products embody both high quality and a blend of tradition and innovation. Keeping this in mind, promotional activities are carried out. read more