The early onion sowing in Spain was completed about a month ago. In this instance, the acreage has been reduced by 10 to 12%, with a significant drop of over 30% in Andalusia, the main early onion growing region in Spain. However, the acreage dedicated to mid-season and late onions is still being planted. read more

Berlin was the place to do business last week, as over 91,000 people from around the world working in the fresh produce sector gathered for FRUIT LOGISTICA 2025. The world's leading trade fair for fresh products attracted a significant number. read more

The harvested potatoes from the NEPG zone (EU-04, i.e. BE, DE, FR, and NL) in 2024 amount to 24.7 million tons, a 6.9% increase compared to the 2023 harvest. Despite the rise in supply, the market remains active. Producer prices have increased from 12.50 €/100 kg in October-November 2024 to 30.00. read more

During an evening that blended gastronomy, diplomacy, and business, the Embassy of Ecuador in Germany and the country's Banana Cluster organized the "Delights from the Middle of the World" dinner at the H10 Berlin Ku'damm Hotel on February 6. The event was attended by authorities and ... read more

"This year, the Sicilian strawberry season started in November 2024 and will end around May 2025. The production is proceeding well and no particular difficulties or plant diseases have been reported," says Alessandro Arini, Sales Manager of the company 'I frutti del Sole,' located in Marsala. read more

Zachowując się na zimno i ciemno, popyt na mieloną cykorę utrzymuje się. Takie informacje dostarcza nam Herman Lion z firmy Lathouwers & Co. "Na początku producenci musieli szukać dobrych plonów, ale teraz sytuacja wygląda pozytywnie. Mamy stabilne dostawy i jesteśmy w stanie sprostać popytowi. Popyt ten zawsze. read more

W ciągu niecałej dekady kolumbijskim awokadom udało się zdobyć miejsce na rynku amerykańskim. "W ostatnich 12-18 miesiącach szczególnie zauważyliśmy znaczący wzrost zainteresowania ze strony amerykańskich detalistów" - mówi Andy Bruno, prezes Naturipe Avocado Farms. Jest to wynikiem zwiększonej podaży z Kolumbii. read more

Winter-spring weed control on a strawberry plantation read more

Successful floriculture production begins with a successful transplanting season and is the foundation for producing high-quality plants. Proper handling, nutrition, and environmental management at the early stages ensure rapid establishment and uniform growth. By following best practices for read more

Podczas targów Fruit Logistica hodowca truskawek Fresh Forward świętował wprowadzenie nowej odmiany truskawek o nazwie Bachata. Hodowca, znany z odmian takich jak Fandango i Calinda, teraz wprowadza nową, premium odmianę truskawek do uprawy w Hiszpanii. Na zdjęciu Ronnie Kersten (z lewej) z partnerami. read more

Po pracując 25 lat w kolumbijskim przemyśle kwiatowym, Nancy Montealegre dokonała śmiałej zmiany - nie sprzedawać róż, ale tworzyć donice. I to nie byle jakie donice. W 2018 roku ona i jej rodzina zaczęli eksperymentować z liśćmi bananowymi, aby tworzyć swoje ekologiczne donice zaprojektowane dla róż w doniczkach. read more

Berries remain a rapidly growing category in the fruit industry. However, the stages of growth differ by region. In the U.S., blueberry consumption has plateaued while Europe is still experiencing growth. In contrast, blackberry consumption has the potential to double within a given timeframe. read more

"Pumpkins, melons, and Perla Nera watermelons are among the protagonists of the upcoming OP Francescon Senegal season," reported President Bruno Francescon. "We manage 300 hectares directly in the African country. The first deliveries of pumpkins are scheduled for the third week of February." read more

W miarę intensyfikacji dyskusji na temat ceł na kanadyjskie towary przed wyborami prezydenckimi w USA, wielu w branży spodziewało się zmiany polityki handlowej. Początkowa sceptyczność ustąpiła teraz miejsca pozornie zmieniającej się rzeczywistości. Administracja USA zmierza w kierunku zwiększenia handlu. read more

With the implementation of tariffs on imports from China, Canada, and Mexico, the US under President Trump has shifted trade dynamics. Initially targeting China in 2018, the strategy now includes allies like Canada and Mexico, escalating trade tensions. Globally, persistent trade friction. read more

Swissport International has extended its 'Flower Corridor' infrastructure to important air cargo destinations in Europe. This infrastructure enables a fully temperature-controlled process for transporting fresh flowers from Kenya to Europe, extending their shelf life by up to a week. Just in time for Valentine's season,… read more

Valfrutta Fresco, a company of the Alegra Group specializing in premium 100% Made in Italy fruit and vegetables, together with MD, a major retail chain present throughout the country, have launched an important initiative to support the AIRC Foundation for cancer research: until February 23rd. read more

As Bartłomiej Romański from Romańscy nursery informed, this season they will continue to offer several new varieties of highbush blueberries for sale, including 'Draper', 'Calypso', and 'Liberty'. read more

In 2024, the Pasquariello Giovanni farm in Carapelle (FG) faced a challenging year characterized by climatic issues and market fluctuations. Despite these difficulties, the Apulian business managed to adapt and identify new opportunities, showcasing its resilience and capability to adapt. read more

Mr. Xenofon Papakostopoulos, a Greek manufacturer of plastic packaging, believes that the Greek plastic packaging industry will struggle to adapt to the changes brought about by the new EU Regulation 2025/40 concerning fruit and vegetable packaging. He criticizes the regulations as lacking sense. read more