Hiszpania przystąpiła do Unii Europejskiej (wówczas EWG) dokładnie 40 lat temu. Od tego czasu eksport owoców i warzyw z kraju znacznie wzrósł. W tym okresie import owoców i warzyw do Hiszpanii gwałtownie wzrósł, wzrastając z 546 920 ton w 1986 roku do 5,4 miliona ton w 2024 roku. W pierwszym roku read more

Research and producer organizations are tackling the challenge of selecting new high-quality local varieties and offering them to consumers. A concrete example of this is the Mas.Pes project, carried out in collaboration between Agribologna, RI.NOVA, University of Bologna, and University of Milan. read more

Today there is a change underway that concerns the purchasing habits of Italian consumers, and not only, focused on health and well-being: 68% declare to take a proactive approach to maintaining their health condition (+4 pp compared to the European average) and, in read more

Spanish fruit was the top player in both the nectarine and peach markets, with Italian shipments following closely in terms of significance. In the nectarine category, there were also some Turkish offerings of yellow and white flesh. The first Spanish Platerinas arrived, joining the Paraguayos also from Spain. Overall, the market was dominated by Spanish fruit. read more

Developing premium, local products that can address climate challenges, enhance resistance to certain diseases, and ensure a unique taste experience. With these goals in mind, the Mas.Pes project was born. It is a collaboration between Agribologna, Ri.Nova, University of Bologna, and... read more

In May 2025, the fruit and vegetable department of the large-scale retail distribution (Gdo) recorded an increase in sales and a slight growth in the average mix price compared to the same month in 2024. However, the positive trends are not consistent across different macrocategories. The analysis from the Fruit and Vegetable Monitor shows this discrepancy. read more

Śliwki stają się coraz bardziej popularne wśród konsumentów w Indiach, co skutkuje rosnącą ilością importowanego owocu - powiedział Amit Sharma, właściciel indyjskiego handlowca świeżymi produktami Fresko Fruits: "Indyjski rynek świeżych owoców nadal wykazuje rosnące zainteresowanie importowanymi produktami, a śliwki nie są tutaj wyjątkiem. read more

David Murdock, former owner, chairman, and CEO of Dole Food Company and a true visionary to many, passed away on June 9 at the age of 102. The news was announced last Wednesday by the company, as reported by freshfruitportal.com. read more

Crocus Labs has developed a lighting control system that transforms existing multichannel LED setups into adaptive lighting platforms. The Berlin-based company reports that the system is currently undergoing testing in research greenhouses, including trials involving lettuce, basil, blueberries, and strawberries. read more

For lovers of taste and the discovery of flavors from our lands, the National Pepper Fair of Carmagnola is coming, about to open its doors for its 76th edition. From August 29th to September 7th, the Piedmontese municipality will be transformed for 10 days into a true paradise. read more

Fruit Art, a Kazakhstan-based agricultural company, is engaged in the cultivation, processing, and storage of fruits and berries. They have recently expanded their production to include blueberries, in addition to their main focus on strawberries and apples. The company also manufactures a variety of processed fruit products. read more

Three deaths in a few hours. Three lives cut short by overturned tractors, in three different regions of Italy: in Cautano, in Campania; in Tolentino, in Marche; and in Valdelsa, in Tuscany. Three men - Angelo Saccomando, 68 years old; Alberto Forconi, 61; Alessandro Mugnaini, 69 - united by the same read more

The global garlic market is currently influenced by abundant harvests, changing trade patterns, and pricing challenges. Producers worldwide, from Europe to Asia and the Americas, are managing issues such as quality yields, competition from Chinese exports, and logistical or regulatory hurdles. Italy, for instance, is experiencing exceptional conditions. read more

Labubu fans, this is dedicated to you. A 1.7-meter-tall sculpture of Labubu recently made a surprise appearance at Mad Kicks' pop-up in Dubai Festival City Mall. It was crafted entirely from fresh, deep purple roses by Flowers.ae, the renowned floral designer known for their viral creations. read more

The 2025 season opens in great style for strawberries grown between Val Venosta and Val Martello, in the heart of the Stelvio National Park. With a growing production, 900,000 new plants ready to bear the first fruits, and an early harvest, it marks the beginning of a read more

The horticultural sector in Moldova has faced difficulties in recent times due to late frosts, with over 8650 hectares of orchards being affected, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry. IPN informs that apricot, plum, cherry, walnut, and apple trees have been significantly impacted. read more

Chińskie eksportuje się obecnie liczi. W tym roku odnotowano obfity plon o stabilnej jakości, a ceny spadły w miarę postępu sezonu - czynniki te zazwyczaj wspierają handel eksportowy. Zhangzhou Zhuangyi Agriculture aktywnie uczestniczy w eksporcie liczi. Pan Tom Yan z read more