"The citrus market is facing irregular availability caused by delays in shipping vessels, with notable differences in quality," says Jean-Pierre Bezuidenhout, Commercial Director at Wilko Fruit in Prinsenbeek. "Currently, Moroccan Nadorcott mandarins are the predominant choice in the market. However, weather conditions..." read more

Supporting our associates in the fight against the effects of climate change and accompanying them in the process of varietal renewal to respond to market trends: these are the objectives on which the new Regulation 2026-2031 for subsidized loans to members is based. read more

The Port of Itajaí has initiated discussions to create a new shipping route with the Port of Cagliari in Italy, with the goal of increasing fruit exports from the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina to the European Union. These talks come in response to increased export costs due to surcharges imposed on Brazilian products. read more

As California reexamines the implementation of SB 54 and Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for plastic packaging, Gem-Pack Berries publicly declared a Full Cycle Framework on January 22, 2026, specifically designed to address the end-of-life of agricultural packaging, which is considered one of the most difficult challenges. read more

Jan Nowakowski, the manager of the Polish apple distributor Genesis Fresh, stated that this year has been a very stable and calm apple season for Polish apple exporters. "Since December, the season has been moving in a stable way for us at Genesis Fresh. Sales have been regular, without big fluctuations." read more

Georgian hazelnut exporters are experiencing a rise in the number of shipments being returned this year due to aflatoxin contamination. The issue is particularly prevalent at EU borders where strict controls are in place, as reported by Baya Salukvadze, founder of Agritrade and Georgian Products Renaissance. Despite this challenge, export volumes have... read more

A local supplier from Herefordshire has delivered the first harvest of the British asparagus season to an M&S store in Hereford. The initial harvest was provided by the Chinn family from Cobrey Farms in Ross-on-Wye. The Hereford store is the first location in the UK to receive a limited volume of this fresh produce. read more

Uhlemann GmbH, a well-known supplier to many commercial kitchens and restaurateurs in the state of Hesse, Germany, continued its expansion efforts last year. The acquisition of several shares in A&R Fruchtimpex in the fall of last year allowed the company to broaden its portfolio to include... read more

The agricultural sector in Sardinia, Italy, especially tomato and artichoke production, is facing a severe crisis. Adverse and prolonged climatic conditions, including heavy rainfall and persistent humidity, have damaged crops and led to the spread of diseases, such as botrytis. read more

The 42nd edition of IPM Essen opened with a presence of 1,400 exhibitors from around the world. International exhibitors and visitors came together to explore the latest developments and innovations across the horticultural sector. HilverdaFlorist participated in the IPM Novelties Showcase. read more

Fyffes will present its commercial priorities for bananas and pineapples at Fruit Logistica 2026, focusing on category management, retail programs, sourcing structures, and sustainability integration. The company has highlighted its current emphasis on category activation in collaboration with. read more