Georgia's strawberry trade experienced a decrease in volume during the first quarter of 2026, as reported by GeoStat. From January to March, imports amounted to 504 tons, with a total value of US$727,400. This is a decline from the 646 tons valued at US$913,000 imported during the same period in 2025. Despite the decrease in volume, the average import read more

Closing day of Macfrut (Thursday, April 23) filled with focus sessions, meetings, and workshops at the Rimini Expo Centre, focusing on the development opportunities for mango and avocado in Southern Italy, the tomato supply chain, and the use of robotics and drones in the field. Announcements were made. read more

On the occasion of Macfrut, Bayer organized on Wednesday, April 22 in Rimini the meeting "Agrivision - Italian tomato between global competition and supply chain identity", a round table dedicated to the theme of tomato quality throughout the entire supply chain: from genetic choices to. read more

The week of April 8-12 was a significant moment for the Dutch horticulture industry in China. The highlight was the official opening of the LumiRay Tianjin factory and the active involvement of top Dutch companies at the Hortiflorexpo IPM Beijing. The exhibition, which took place from April 10-12, featured the latest innovations and products in the industry. read more

FairFruit is expanding its year-round specialty vegetable exports to Canada, using CPMA 2026 to connect with buyers seeking a consistent supply of fresh produce. Based on market research, FairFruit identified opportunities to develop direct supply from its production in Guatemala and Peru. This... read more

Aragón has positioned itself as a key center for stone fruit production, both in Spain and worldwide. According to the Ministry of Agriculture's data from 2024, the region has 32,927 hectares dedicated to these crops and yields around 360,000 tons annually, establishing it as a top player in terms of both land area and production volume. read more

Packaging remains one of the hottest topics for the fruit and vegetable sector at Macfrut, covering aspects of sustainability, safety, and distribution demands. In this context, the meeting with Marco Mercadini, responsible for retail contacts at Sorma, sheds light on the latest trends. read more

W kategorii europejskich brzoskwiń, nektarynek i śliwek, rynek coraz bardziej boryka się nie tyle z niedoborem produktu, co z brakiem niezawodnego i przewidywalnego zaopatrzenia. Dla sieci handlowych, importerów i profesjonalnych nabywców, priorytetem dzisiaj jest spójność jakości, możliwość śledzenia pochodzenia, read more

Rosja has extended its fertilizer export quotas through December as global supply tightens due to the war involving Iran and disruptions affecting trade routes. Russian producers will be allowed to export 20 million tons of fertilizers between June 1 and November 30, according to a government decree. read more

It's a time in Canada when shoppers continue to scan store shelves in search of a maple leaf on their packaging, or are filtering their online order by "Shop Canadian." It's also a sentiment that the Canadian exotic mushroom industry would like to see be applied to them. As Steven Rotiroti, read more

Dümmen Orange showcased the fusion of science and art at the California Spring Trials (CAST) 2026, where advanced breeding techniques met creative design to introduce the next generation of high-performing plants. From annuals and perennials to combination programs, the 2027 lineup is truly exceptional. read more