The growth conditions in the Mediterranean region have significantly improved. Both Spain, Morocco, and Italy are ready to export increasing quantities of fresh produce. Considering the weather forecast, there is also expected to be sufficient market supply in the coming week. read more

Where does the carrot come from? How much water does a plant need to grow? Children can explore such and many other questions themselves thanks to the Vegetable Academy. As part of the educational program, children sow, plant, and harvest their vegetables in their own school garden. Through this, they learn about. read more

Kenyan avocado producer Enzispring is a newcomer to the European market, having started exporting to the continent in 2023. Headquartered in Nairobi, the company runs farms in the Mount Kenya region. Managing director Alice Okello expects an increase in export volumes in the near future. read more

The pilot shop is located in the public arrival area of Terminal 1 on Level 1 in Section B and can be used by both visitors and travelers as well as staff. read more

On the second day of Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Anne Saris led a session on the Port of Rotterdam and the new Rotterdam Food Hub. read more

Ecuadorean banana exports grew by 2.95 percent year-on-year in January to 33.36 million boxes, according to the latest data from Acorbanec. read more

The most significant vegetable crop in the state of Brandenburg is asparagus. It was planted on nearly 70% of the cultivation area. Asparagus was harvested on an area of 3,500 hectares, which is only slightly less than in 2023. With 20,200 tons harvested, 2,000 tons less asparagus was harvested compared to the previous year. read more

On February 26, the EU Commission presented the so-called "Omnibus Package" to simplify the European Supply Chain Act, the Sustainability Reporting Directive, the Taxonomy Regulation, and the Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism. It has already announced further developments. read more

Since 2016, the area of open-field vegetable cultivation in Thuringia has been declining for the eighth consecutive year, decreasing by 42% during this period. The three most important vegetable types in Thuringia are asparagus (standing in yield), table onions, and white cabbage. read more

The Irish roadside hospitality brand Applegreen will open 20 new M&S Food stores this year as part of a significant expansion of its partnership with the retailer. read more

In 2021, 4.3 million tons more vegetables were harvested. As the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) further reports, the total cultivation area for vegetables increased by 3.2% compared to the previous year to 126,800 hectares. The cultivation area in 2024 was thus 2.9% above the long-term average (2012). read more

The Pijnacker Innovation Center has a state-of-the-art greenhouse where around 300 varieties of tomatoes are grown, including those with advanced hybrid lighting systems (90 mmol HPS and 120 mmol LED). The greenhouse is designed to be more efficient than a traditional one. read more

This strengthens the regional economy and provides employees and customers with secure prospects, long-standing expertise in food logistics, and a modern working environment. read more

A fresh new player has arrived in Australia's apple market, and it's bringing attitude, flavor, and crunch like never before. Sassy, the exciting new apple variety known for its vibrant red skin, crisp texture, and perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor, is set to make a bold statement. read more

Najwcześniejszy w historii Nowej Zelandii zbiór kiwi właśnie się rozpoczął, pierwsze owoce RubyRed zostały zebrane tuż za Edgecumbe w Zatoce Fülöp. read more

The Autumn edition of Produce Plus features our annual Technology Special. read more

The UK-based plant biotech company Tropic is set to introduce non-browning bananas in March, and bananas with extended shelf-life by the end of the year, as reported by AgFunderNews. These innovations are anticipated to boost the market for cut fruit, decrease food wastage, and lower shipping costs. read more

The Information Centre of the National Food Safety Authority in Egypt released its 6th report in 2025, covering activities from February 8 to 14. The Department of Control of Packing Stations and Centres conducted 58 visits, issuing 3,245 agricultural export permits. Concurrently, the General… read more

Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) has introduced SB 628, a bill aimed at creating a tax credit for agricultural employers to help offset the costs of providing overtime wages to farmworkers. The legislation is co-sponsored by the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) and the. read more

An apple parading alongside models during Milan Fashion Week, and furthermore inside a flower market. It's not a dream, but a reality made possible by VOG and VIP with the envy™ apple, the protagonist yesterday of designer Marco Rambaldi's fashion show. A prominent name in the fashion world. read more