The Dresden-based fruit and vegetable retailer Macoo GmbH is undergoing a reorganization process. The company has faced an economic crisis caused by a growing consumer reluctance to purchase, rising costs, and the loss of numerous small customers, stated managing director Marco Henschke. read more

However, it must be realized that the current level of collections in our country, at around 60,000 tons, is a transitional stage. read more

Last week at the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Réseau Vivalya accepted an invitation from UNCGFL (National Union of Wholesale Fruit and Vegetable Trade) and CGF (French Wholesalers Federation) to participate in a conference dedicated to the Anti Food Waste label, organized by CGDD. read more

Tetiana Pisna from Bobrynets, Ukraine, has been growing flowers in greenhouses for 10 years, including tulips. This year, she cultivated around 10,000 tulips for spring. Tetiana and her husband built their greenhouses in 2015. They started with petunias, ordering seeds online and selling them. read more

Get a sneak peek at the latest additions to Plant Haven's Scent First collection in North America through the company's upcoming webinars scheduled for Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at 9 AM PST and Friday, April 4, 2025, at 9 AM PST. These webinars will showcase two new varieties: Orange Sparkler and... read more

A year ago, in March 2024, an "exceptional situation due to extraordinary drought" was declared in the entire area of the Júcar Hydrographic Confederation. Following another spring and summer with little rainfall, the vegetable season started in the fall with similar restrictions in place. read more

Moroccan cucumbers are among the cheapest in Europe. According to a report by Hort Info, citing data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) for the period from 2014 to 2023, Moroccan cucumber prices were around €0.24 per kilogram in 2014, increasing to €0.29 per kilogram by 2023. Meanwhile, Spanish cucumbers... read more

By combining the analytical power of Retail measurement and Consumer data, NielsenIQ can now share 360° insights to analyze the shopping habits of Italians. The increased granularity resulting from this combination is the outcome of a unique blend of factors. read more

Maroko nadal zwiększa eksport świeżych malin do Wielkiej Brytanii, informuje EastFruit. Po dostarczeniu rekordowej liczby owoców na rynek brytyjski w sezonie 2023/24, handlowcy utrzymali swoją dynamikę. W pierwszych sześciu miesiącach bieżącego sezonu, objętość read more

For several weeks now, the French potato market has been going through a worrying period of instability, despite a resolutely solid long-term outlook. The sharp drop in prices on the open market for industrial potatoes and the recent withdrawals from certain contractual commitments have left. read more

The Egyptian Valencia orange campaign is coming to an early end. This year, the campaign has been characterized by a significant increase in prices. Similar to the 2022/2023 season, this campaign is being impacted by a shortage of large sizes and logistical challenges, resulting in price fluctuations and market... read more

The artichoke harvest in Messinia, located in southern Greece, is currently in full swing. "We began harvesting in early February from 30 hectares of early farms. By employing proper cultivation techniques, we can yield approximately 60,000-70,000 artichokes per hectare from these farms. However, we are anticipating more." read more

The Egyptian onion season is starting with a "totally different ambiance from previous years," said Abdelkader Habony, an Egyptian exporter of various fresh produce. "We were used to strong demand even before the launch of our export campaign. This year, the Egyptian read more

With a 300% increase in marketed volume, the overseas sale of Dorì, managed by Origine Group, has ended. During this season, the yellow kiwi Dorì has entered new markets in Asia and North and South America, where it has won over consumers thanks to its high quality. read more

The flowering of fruit orchards in Emilia-Romagna occurs 7 days earlier than the traditional calendar. This phenomenon, on one hand, reflects the increasingly unpredictable climate in recent years, but on the other hand poses a serious risk to crops: frost. read more

Wprowadzenie 25% cła na towary z Meksyku wchodzące do Stanów Zjednoczonych spowodowało wiele niepewności w branży. Rob Cullum z Pacific Produce, oddziału marketingowego peruwiańskiego producenta La Calera, rozmawia o potencjalnych skutkach taryf na globalny handel owocami. "Basically,…" read more

In 2025, the Colombian avocado market is experiencing a period of growth and high demand. Growers are aiming to boost their production levels and strengthen their market position in Europe, as well as exploring opportunities in the United States and the Middle East. Nonetheless, challenges such as price fluctuations, logistical expenses, and global trends pose significant obstacles. read more

Varieties of American blueberries differ in taste, fruit size, and disease resistance. This allows gardeners to choose plants that are best suited to their needs and growing conditions. It is worth exploring this topic.

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Winters in Ukraine have warmed by 1.5 degrees over the past three decades. Milder winters and shifting seasons are impacting future harvests, as reported by SEEDS. Anush Balyan, Vice President of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences, mentioned that warming may also lead to the introduction of new crops. "Climate" read more

Just like date exporters around the world, Iranian date exporters also benefit from a great commercial opportunity just before the month of Ramadan. This year, as mentioned by Hadi Mirzaei, the CEO of Darya Noosh Payab Trading, they have fully taken advantage of this opportunity. The exporter stated, "As the month of Ramadan is approaching..." read more