Mateusz Wajnert, head of sales for the Polish apple exporter Galster, says that the Polish apple season is currently ongoing, with exporters gradually taking stock from cold storage facilities. He also mentioned that the season has been relatively stable in the last two months, with regular shipments being made. read more

Tomra Food will showcase new optical sorting advancements at Fruit Logistica Berlin 2026, featuring a new blueberry optical grader and demonstrations of its LUCAi™ deep learning technology applied to various types of produce. The company intends to exhibit these solutions in action at its booth. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry of Moldova organized a meeting with representatives from the fruit and vegetable processing sector to address existing challenges and outline key priorities for future development. Participants proposed enhancing state assistance for processing companies and... read more

Przejście burzy Kristin spowodowało wiele problemów w całej Hiszpanii z powodu ulewnych deszczy, burz śnieżnych i silnych wiatrów. W regionach przybrzeżnych i Condado de Huelva spowodowała znaczne uszkodzenia struktur tuneli i szklarni przeznaczonych do produkcji owoców jagodowych. To zdarzenie stanowiło poważną przeszkodę. read more

Tight labor availability and rising wages are making farming more challenging than ever, not only globally but also in India, according to Shailendra Tiwari of Bangalore-based agri-tech firm Fasal. "We observe farmers grappling with operational complexity, where manual execution falls short in precision tasks. However, automating…" read more

Ecuador has joined Brazil and CAF to launch a regional initiative aimed at improving the genetic resilience of the Cavendish banana against key pests affecting Latin America. The cooperation was formalized through a letter of intent signed by the Association of Banana Exporters of Ecuador. read more

Between 2022 and 2025, Ukraine allocated over UAH 1.12 billion (€28 million) in state grants through its support program for horticulture, berry production, and viticulture, as reported by the Ukrainian Berry Association. read more

With the new Pina Royal, HEPRO GmbH is introducing the next generation of its self-service pineapple peeling machine for the first time at Fruit Logistica in Berlin. The machine will be showcased to industry professionals at the trade fair, representing another advancement in its development. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment has estimated that Vietnam's total export turnover of agricultural, forestry, and fisheries products in 2025 will reach US$70.09 billion, marking a 12 percent increase compared to the previous year. The United States continues to be the largest export market. read more

Star South Fruits has been a leading player in the South African pomegranate industry for over fifteen years, solidifying its position as a major supplier of pomegranates. Once their own pomegranate plantations are fully established, Star South Fruits could potentially have the largest area of pomegranates planted in the region. read more

Obecny rynek cebuli boryka się w tym sezonie z kilkoma wyzwaniami jakościowymi. „Dla nas to jest miód na młyn. Dzięki naszej fabryce sortowania optycznego, jesteśmy w stanie dostarczać programowalną jakość” - mówi Lindert Moerdijk z MSP Onions. „Zauważamy, że sektor detaliczny coraz częściej zwraca się do nas. Z otwarciem read more

The passage of cyclone Harry continues to leave heavy aftermath on the Sicilian vegetable sector. In the eastern part of the island, intense rain and persistent winds have slowed down field activities, significantly affecting productions. The direct consequence is a decreased supply. read more

Marginpar is known for its high-quality summer flowers. An international grower with 16 production sites in Kenya, Ethiopia, Tanzania, and Zimbabwe, the company has been building a strong brand reputation for many years in the high-end market. In a fast-moving market where buyers are purchasing read more

Jak w poprzednich latach, międzynarodowa firma COT będzie obecna na targach Fruit Logistica w Berlinie od 4 do 6 lutego. Jest to kluczowe wydarzenie dla specjalisty od hodowli owoców pestkowych, ponieważ będzie to okazja do konsolidacji relacji handlowych, przedstawienia najnowszych postępów technicznych oraz rozszerzenia sprzedaży. read more

The volumes of temperature-sensitive, or reefer, exports from South Africa have been steadily increasing over the past five years, as reported by the shipping company Mediterranean Shipping Company. The primary growth has been driven by exports to Europe, particularly due to products like citrus, table grapes, apples, and pears. read more

In 2025, Iraq imported over $544 million worth of citrus fruits from Turkey, according to data from the Mediterranean Exporters' Associations. Among these, mandarins saw the most significant growth in trade, with shipments to Iraq increasing by 544% compared to the previous year. Overall, Turkey's citrus fruit exports to Iraq were a key component of the trade relationship. read more

Spain: Carrefour wants to make the hypermarket hip again with a sleepover party. "An exciting night at the hypermarket" is what Carrefour is promising its Spanish customers. Lucky shoppers can participate in a wild "CarreNight" sleepover party in the stores. Source: retaildetail.eu

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Building on the success of last season, watermelon plantations in Greece are growing steadily. Mr. Ioannis Koumoundouros, Commercial Director of Agris, a company specializing in propagation materials with operations in the Balkans, stated: "2025 was a year in which cultivation increased." read more

Podczas oficjalnej ceremonii na targach IPM Essen w Niemczech ogłoszono zwycięzcę nagrody Green Cities Europe Award 2025. Belgia otrzymała nagrodę za swój projekt Zuidpark w Antwerpii, ambitną transformację miejską, która zamienia dawny parking i teren imprezowy w ponad osiem hektarów... read more

Greenhouse upgrades and structural assessments are becoming increasingly important in the Netherlands as growers are adding a second, third, or even fourth screen to their greenhouse. Others are switching crops, moving to gutter-based growing systems, or introducing artificial lighting. read more