Bollo Natural Fruit, a fruit and vegetable company owned by Fremman Capital, is taking a new step in its growth strategy. The company is acquiring Cortijo Cuevas, a Granada-based company specializing in fresh-cut fruit. With this operation, Bollo Natural Fruit strengthens its leadership in the industry. read more

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has approved GreenItaly, an international horticultural exhibition scheduled to take place from October 15 to 17, 2025. This event will showcase the finest examples of sustainable and innovative horticulture. The approval for GreenItaly 2025 was granted by AIPH Members during the... read more

The second day of the Educational Tour organized by the Consortium of the Ispica IGP New Carrot was an immersive experience that allowed sector operators and press to get a firsthand look at the entire production cycle of this extraordinary vegetable, from harvesting in the fields. read more

"In the case of marigolds, the utilization of this affordable technology led to a 21% boost in bud and flower growth," stated Roy Weller from Aquapulse water technology, which is an irrigation system that utilizes nano and micro bubble systems to alter water characteristics. What distinguishes it is its capability to read more

Z okazji Wizyty Państwowej Jego Królewskiej Mości Króla Wilhelma-Aleksandra i Jej Królewskiej Mości Królowej Máximy w Kenii, przeprowadzono pierwszą próbną przesyłkę kwiatów koleją w Kenii. Ta próbna przesyłka stanowi kamień milowy w rozwoju Korytarza Logistyki Chłodniczej w Kenii i pokazuje. read more

Produkcja tureckich jabłek w tym sezonie spadła, ale jakość jest na odpowiednim poziomie, mówi Mert Özçelik z tureckiego eksportera owoców Ana Fruit: "Nasz sezon jabłek idzie dobrze w tej chwili. Patrząc na zebrane ilości w tym roku, produkcja jest niższa w porównaniu z poprzednią". read more

Daniel Badger from Vitafresh said, "The sweet potato market is currently very active. With the Egyptian season ending and limited US supplies, there is a shortage. There is also not much coming from Honduras, and sweet potatoes from South America are expensive." Vitafresh is aiming to address the supply gap. read more

Spain: DIA unveils strategic plan through 2029

The Spanish retailer DIA has introduced its strategic plan for 2025-2029, detailing its objective to become the preferred grocery and online store in every neighborhood it operates in. In its native country, the retailer's main objectives include opening more than 300 new proximity stores. read more

Moldovan apples have officially entered the Indian market, representing a significant achievement for the fruit industry in the Republic of Moldova. The first commercial shipment took place on March 19, 2025, after extensive efforts to establish trade relations and cooperation between authorities. read more

The global market for bell peppers is currently experiencing a combination of price fluctuations, production difficulties, and export advancements in key regions. In North America, the prices of bell peppers are gradually increasing due to lower plantings in Mexico and uncertainties surrounding potential tariffs, as well as advancements in greenhouse production. read more

The food technology manufacturer KRONEN GmbH reported a revenue of €21.0 million in the 2024 business year, showing a 6% increase compared to the previous year. Despite facing broader economic challenges, the company is maintaining its growth momentum, driven by international sales in around 120 countries. read more

Biobest has appointed Arjan Heemskerk as the new General Manager for its Dutch operations, effective March 10, 2025. Arjan succeeds Bart Sosef, who led Biobest Netherlands for a decade and has recently been promoted to President of Plant Products, another division within the global BioFirst. read more

At the XIII International Blueberry Conference, the latest model of the Kubota XTA series sprayer, the 2115 model, was presented. This device, which has not been available on berry plantations before, has sparked great interest among growers thanks to its innovative features. read more

There are six of us, all highly qualified in the field of nutrition, food technology, and food microbiology, aware, with data in hand, that "health comes from eating," as explained in the event's slogan. We are the scientific experts who will support the well-known testimonials. read more

Ceny pomarańczy we Włoszech utrzymują się na najwyższym poziomie wśród obserwowanych krajów, pomimo znacznego spadku w ostatnich miesiącach. W grudniu 2024 r. ceny wynosiły €142/100 kg, nieco spadły do €140 w styczniu, a następnie dalej zmalały do €129 w lutym. Mimo że wciąż są znacznie powyżej. read more

The 23/24 financial year saw a decrease in the supply of strawberries and raspberries in Spain's berry sector. This was primarily caused by a reduction in acreage, driven by concerns about the availability of irrigation water. Overall production decreased by 3.4% compared to the previous season, totaling 371,713. read more

Ciągłe opady deszczu w większości Walencji w marcu mocno uderzyły w uprawę cebuli. Nadmierna wilgoć oraz brak skutecznych produktów do walki z grzybem mączniakowym spowodowały straty wynoszące ponad 80% zbiorów cebuli, co przekłada się na straty ekonomiczne w wysokości 7,5 miliona euro. read more

Clive Maquange, the managing director of Loynchip Enterprises, based in the Concession area of Mazowe, north of Harare, has announced that the export pea season has begun on the three farms operated by the company. They are starting almost two months earlier than other pea exporters in Zimbabwe. How do they accomplish this? read more

Produkcja Ojai Pixie mandarynek rozpoczęła się w Ojai, Kalifornia. "To duży plon w tym roku - patrzymy na możliwe, że drugi co do wielkości plon, jaki mieliśmy tutaj" - mówi Emily Ayala z Friend's Ranches. Istnieje kilka powodów, dla których plon jest tak duży w tym roku, zaczynając od faktu, że ostatni. read more

On March 1, 2025, the Senior Court of Yunnan Province ruled in favor of Selecta Flowers Technology Hangzhou Co., Ltd. (Selecta one China) in a trademark infringement case against Songming Songyang Hongyang Flower Plantation. The court found that Hongyang Plantation used Selecta's registered trademark without authorization. read more