Spain's sweet corn harvest started at the end of May, just as consumption of this product begins to increase across Europe. "The corn season in Spain began as scheduled, at the end of May," says José Carlos Gómez, Sales Director of El Dulze. "The rains in March disrupted our plans. read more

With less than two weeks left, preparations are in full swing for the upcoming Fruitnet Tropicals Congress, scheduled to be held at the Hilton Old Town in Antwerp on 24 and 25 June. The event will gather professionals from various sectors of the tropical and exotic fruit supply chain for a day. read more

In Italy, over the last five years, domestic purchases of peaches and nectarines have increased by approximately 7 percentage points despite an average price increase of 20%, which has even exceeded 40% in discount stores. If we extend our view to the last nine years, the picture is still... read more

Fuentes Farms of McAllen, Texas, is recalling 71 boxes of fresh cucumbers due to the potential presence of Salmonella, a bacterium that can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, the elderly, and individuals with weakened immune systems. Healthy individuals infected with... read more

Beetles are one of the most dangerous pests in berry crops. Their harmfulness affects both adult and larval forms. In spring and summer, plantations are often invaded by beetle swarms, which can cause significant damage in a short period of time. read more

"Dubai chocolate", a tablet filled with pistachio cream and kadaif paste, has become a viral phenomenon on social networks such as TikTok, where it has accumulated millions of views. Its popularity has transcended the screen and translated into remarkable commercial success in supermarkets. read more

Armenia still faces challenges in domestic agricultural production despite the growing number of greenhouses and intensive orchards. A growing portion of Armenian crops, especially apricots, cherries, tomatoes, and strawberries, are being exported to international markets. read more

Italians and snacks, an increasingly consolidated love that withstands the test of time and evolves towards healthy and natural choices, with fruit ranking at the top of preferences. Leading this transformation are simple and nutritious snacks, easy to carry and perfect for any time of the day. read more

Orchids are a demanding crop; they cannot tolerate unfavorable climate conditions and require precise care to grow and bloom. "Orchid production is all about stability and consistency. They require consistent temperatures, humidity, and just the right amount of light," says Jaco Meershoek. read more

After days of intense heat and oppressive humidity, Italy experienced a sudden and violent change in weather conditions. Between Sunday, June 15, and Monday, June 16, an exceptionally intense thunderstorm front primarily affected the regions of the North - although there were also outbreaks in other areas. read more

The Makosad farming enterprise, situated in Ukraine's Chernivtsi region, has constructed a sweet cherry sorting facility and is contemplating investing in sorting lines to enhance its operations. Co-owner Vladyslav Makarenko provided this update in an article for the Ukrainian horticultural journal. read more

In the transport sector, LEO Global Logistics has seen full booking of its LEO Reefer Container fleet well before the start of the season, showing that customers rely on the service. Current operations have also seen LEO successfully deliver cargo via the Laos-China railway, reaching their destinations. read more

In the first quarter of the year, EU fruit and vegetable imports from Morocco totaled 1,121 million euros, which is a 14% increase compared to the same period last year, continuing the upward trend of recent years. The volume also increased by 9%, reaching a total of 512,689 tons. Tomatoes continue to be the most imported fruit and vegetable product from Morocco into the EU. read more

India: Instamart rolls out sunlight-triggered mango ad
To promote the mango season, Instamart has introduced a sunlight-activated newspaper advertisement. The full-page ad features a mango tree with children surrounding it. When exposed to sunlight, the mangoes change color using photochromatic ink - a first for India. read more

Aquasol Solar has been operating in the floating solar panel industry for five years. Despite facing challenges at the outset due to the newness of the technology, the company has seen significant growth in recent years. "People are now more acquainted with the idea," says Willem Verwoerd, co-owner of Aquasol Solar. read more

During the 2024-25 season, the Orri Running Committee (ORC) removed 10,285 illegal ORRi mandarin plants from farms in Valencia, Castellón, Murcia, and Seville. Additionally, ORC has started legal proceedings against over 5,000 unauthorized plants in the town of Moncofa. read more

With the conclusion of the production season of the Sila Potato PGI, one of the most representative supply chains of the Calabrian vegetable sector, it's time to take stock. Albino Carli, director of the Producer Consortium, paints a clear and positive picture of the just-concluded campaign. read more

Skytree and Algae Capital have announced a new collaboration. Algae Capital will use circular CO₂ captured by Skytree's DAC units for its innovative algae production facility in Iceland. This partnership will involve capturing over 2,000 tonnes of CO₂ per year directly from the atmosphere. read more

Przez ostatnie pięć dni armie Iranu i Izraela toczą ciągłe i intensywne walki. Po stronie irańskiej, jeśli chodzi o świeże produkty rolne, wpływ sytuacji jest minimalny. Jednak eksporterzy obawiają się najgorszego, gdy sytuacja szybko się eskaluje. read more

A delegation from Abrafrutas recently visited the Port of Sines in Portugal. The talks focused on setting up a commercial agreement to make Sines a key entry point for Brazilian fruits into Europe. Pedro do Ó Ramos, president of the Administration of the Ports of Sines, was present during the discussions. read more