A positive marketing course is coming to an end for the early Greek onions whose harvest began in April. Charalampos Anifantis, sales director of Anifantis Farm, a packing company based in Thiva, reports on the market development: "There were many exports to Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, and even." read more

The marketing of summer fruits such as strawberries and watermelons is still in full swing. "Watermelons are currently being supplied to us from Italy, Spain, and Turkey, and are being very well-received. I would describe the price differences between the individual countries of origin as... read more

With the conclusion of the first part of the season, characterized by ups and downs, the campaign of late apricots now enters its peak, considered by many as the heart of the year. Natalino Gallo, president of Op Agricor of Corigliano, is here to tell us about the progress of the season. read more

CRAI, a historic Italian food distribution brand, strengthens its presence in Southern Italy with the launch of CRAI Mediterranea, a new entity that will lead the development of the CRAI Group in Campania. The project is part of a broader strategic plan. read more

Year after year, the Netherlands continues to supply more tomatoes to Spain, which is Europe's largest tomato producer, especially during the summer months. The increasing warmth and prolonged summers in Spain are starting to impact the country's tomato production, resulting in a higher need for tomato imports during the summer. read more

In the era of increasingly extreme weather conditions, berry fruit growers – including highbush blueberry growers – are seeking cultivation methods that will ensure stable yields while reducing the risks associated with mineral fertilization. One of the more interesting read more

Italy has experienced an increase in lime demand during the summer season, particularly driven by the beverage sector and a limited supply. Prices, which had remained stable, are now on the rise, with wholesale prices ranging from €10 to €14 depending on the sales channel. In Spain, Brazil continues to dominate lime imports, despite the weather conditions. read more

The Moroccan watermelon campaign is ongoing with harvests in the Loukkos region being the latest to reach the market. In the Laaouamra region, near Larache on the North Atlantic coast, the campaign is characterized by stability, improved prices, and no reported phytosanitary issues. read more

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Trade is currently experiencing a slowdown due to the holiday season. "We always observe this during the summer months. It's not necessarily quieter than in previous years, but since June was unusually busy, the current contrast feels more pronounced. This trend is noticeable across nearly all exotic goods at the moment. Only... read more

The numbers for Fruit Attraction 2025 continue to be very positive, scheduled from September 30th to October 2nd at Ifema Madrid (from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm, with closing at 4:00 pm on the last day). read more

This week we are observing noticeable drops in blueberry prices - both in wholesale markets and purchased by producer groups. This is related, among other factors, to greater availability of fruits on the market due to the start of harvesting in the 'Bluecrop' variety.

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The Ministry of Agricultural Development and Irrigation (Midagri), through the National Institute of Agrarian Innovation (INIA), has introduced INIA 106 Concepción, a new variety of artichoke, in the Junín region. The goal is to increase the profitability of small and medium-sized farmers. read more

Keystone Fruit Marketing (KFM), a division of Progressive Produce, has launched its first Mexican lemon season. As the exclusive marketer for this new program, the company is thrilled to offer top-quality lemons under its KFM Citrus label. "This is a new and exciting chapter for us," said. read more

Watermelon, known for its hydrating properties and low calorie content, is recommended by Syngenta expert Pál Lacházi for its advantages in high-temperature conditions. Varieties like Mirto and Rubin, which are particularly juicy, are favored by practitioners in greenhouse settings. read more

From July 22nd to 24th, Mantova will host the first Symposium of the "Melone Mantovano IGP" (Protected Geographical Indication Melon), an event that will bring together the entire melon supply chain for the first time. The event, organized by the Consortium for Valorization and Protection in collaboration with five major seed companies, will take place in Mantova. read more

More than forty horticulture professionals gathered at Koppert for the latest edition of the Horti Science Café, a summer evening full of energy, both literally and figuratively. The central theme was the heat transition in the Oostland region of the Netherlands. A topic that is current, complex, read more

The 2025 Polish apple season has developed relatively well so far, says Jan Nowakowski, manager of Polish apple distributor Genesis Fresh: "The spring was early and generally favorable for flowering and fruit setting. While the weather has been somewhat inconsistent, our growers have maintained. read more