The protected clementine variety Sando, which originated from a spontaneous mutation in the Plana Baixa region of Castellón, Spain, is gaining popularity in Italian citrus farming due to its excellent performance and its strategic positioning in the Italian market. read more

The new year has started with optimal expansion prospects for domestic soil-less strawberry cultivation. Throughout 2026, 10 new hectares dedicated to soil-less systems will be installed in various Italian regions. These systems are designed and built by Combimetal Carrera, a company specializing in... read more

As Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce consider the possibility of getting married at her Watch Hill mansion, The Providence Journal is reaching out to different wedding vendors to find out what would be needed for Rhode Island to host a wedding suitable for the most popular woman in the world. If Taylor Swift decides to go through with it, it would certainly be a glamorous event. read more

Kalifornia jest domem dla bogatego przemysłu awokado, zdecydowana większość owoców uprawianych jest w południowo-wybrzeżnej części stanu. Jednak w ostatnich latach awokado zaczęło rosnąć dalej na północ, w regionie delty Sacramento. W zeszłym roku odbył się drugi komercyjny zbior w regionie. read more

A technical field tour focusing on blueberry production systems will be held in Peru before the International Blueberries Seminar in Lima 2026. This one-day visit is included in the official program and aims to give participants the opportunity to observe, compare, and discuss pot-grown and soil-grown blueberries. read more

Maroko has started to revive its watermelon exports after a significant decline in 2024, as reported by EastFruit. In the first 11 months of 2025, the country exported 175,000 tons of watermelons valued at $190 million, marking a 54% increase compared to 2024. read more

Fresh cargo specialist Contour Logistics made the strategic decision to focus on providing agile sea freight services for exporters. They chose not to invest in cold storage depots or other fixed assets. "Our main strength lies in our small size and agility," explains the managing director. read more

Zi-Vision and Naddeo have entered into a partnership to serve the Benelux region and Germany. The collaboration will provide technical consultancy and processing solutions for the food industry. Zi-Vision is an independent technical consultancy and project management company specializing in serving the food sector. read more

In this first update of the year, the interim CEO of Royal FloraHolland, David van Mechelen, reflects on the past month and provides a glimpse into the future on behalf of the RFH management team. The new year began with a fresh, cold start, both literally and metaphorically. January brought us... read more

In the midst of the turmoil that has been affecting Iran since late December, the Iranian government made the decision to close mobile and internet networks nationwide starting on January 8, causing a prolonged blackout. In terms of the fresh produce trade, this blackout has led to a read more

Starting from February 2nd and throughout the month, on the occasion of World Cancer Day, Large-Scale Retail and Organized Distribution participate in the "Red Oranges for Research" initiative by the AIRC Foundation, which has been taking place for over 10 years in supermarkets following events in the squares. read more

HB RTS has acquired PPS Group, a UK-based company, to expand its operations in the British market. This acquisition is part of the group's international expansion strategy, following the earlier acquisitions of TPS in 2024 and TPS USA in 2025. PPS is involved in pooling and rental operations in the UK market. read more

Almeria is a leading producer and exporter of peppers, including Lamuyo, California, Italian, snack, and hot peppers. Recently, peppers have become Almeria's main greenhouse crop, covering 12,000 hectares and yielding over 900 million pounds annually. Almeria is the top supplier of peppers to read more

The Spanish berry supply is still limited due to adverse weather conditions in most parts of the country. Spanish exporters are struggling to meet both the current demand and the expected increase leading up to the Valentine's Day campaign. "We had a strong start to the strawberry season in December, but... read more

Obecny rynek czosnku jest ogólnie nadwyżkowy, a ceny utrzymują się na poziomie zbliżonym do poziomu rentowności. Pomimo że popyt międzynarodowy jest stosunkowo stabilny, słabe krajowe spożycie i silne naciski związane z nadmiernym stanem magazynowym nadal wpływają na ogólny obraz rynku. Shandong Good Farmers Co., Ltd. read more

Papayas are available year-round and continue to be popular with consumers, with origin playing a crucial role in their taste, ripening behavior, and sustainability. According to Lieve Michielsen of Special Fruit, this factor affects logistics and consumer perception of the fruit. The global reach and variability of papayas also contribute to their popularity. read more

The shortage of artichokes is expected to worsen in the near future, as a challenging weather pattern, worsened by the recent Cyclone Harry, has caused significant damage, especially in Sardinia, Sicily, and Calabria. Many producers are reporting supply shortages that are already noticeable on. read more

Singapore: FairPrice Group freezes prices on all chilled pork and select seafood and vegetables to celebrate Chinese New Year.

FairPrice Group stated: "In order to guarantee that everyone in Singapore has access to the necessary items for celebrating Chinese New Year (CNY), FairPrice Group (FPG) has decided to freeze prices." read more

After launching Garly, a new brand of peeled garlic by Growers Packers, the company has been concentrating on expanding its operations for broader distribution across Europe in recent months. The main focus has been on setting up supply chain systems that can handle increased volumes of growth,… read more

Floridian nurseries are not in panic mode regarding this week's extended cold weather, but they are also not taking any chances. At Tallahassee Nurseries on Thomasville Road, the city's oldest and largest nursery, more than 80% of their inventory is covered with frost protection, which is in high demand. read more