Quality and freshness are at the heart of the new online campaign by Lidl Italy. With the slogan "The Beat of Freshness," the retail chain has relied on original experts in the field to show what it means to be a reference point in the fruits and vegetables department. read more

Cytrusy stały się stałym elementem spożycia w Chinach, począwszy od mandarynek o wczesnej dojrzałości, poprzez świeże pomarańcze navel aż po lemoniadę sprzedawaną przez cały rok. Produkcja przekroczyła 70 milionów ton w 2025 roku, a wydajność na jednostkę wzrosła o ponad 21 procent w ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat. read more

BioSikelia makes its debut at Macfrut 2026 with organic avocados and mangoes grown in Sicily, specifically in Siracusa, aiming to strengthen its positioning in the fruit and vegetable sector with sustainable tropical productions of high quality. read more

The company leading in the production and distribution of high-quality premium fresh fruit, will be the protagonist at the 43rd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for fruit and vegetables. Dole will showcase its wide range of fruit, both exotic and non-exotic, in a completely renovated stand in Rimini. read more

Pierwsze regionalne szparagi sezonu wczesnowiosennego pojawiły się już na zurychskim rynku hurtowym 20 marca. "Obecnie uprawiamy ogrzewane szparagi na trzech hektarach i udało nam się rozpocząć około tydzień wcześniej niż w poprzednich latach" - relacjonuje Fabian Kummer z gospodarstwa szparagowego Schmitterhof. read more

Gavita International has expanded its team with the appointments of Huub Welles as Commercial Director and Michel Hacken as Head of Product. Both professionals bring extensive industry experience and a strong track record in driving commercial success and product innovation, and they will play key roles in the company. read more

"We are currently halfway through the winter vegetable season. We still have most of our products available, including Swiss chard, Catalogna chicory, puntarelle, parsley, fennel, broccoli, black cabbage, Romanesco cauliflower, and turnip greens. Additionally, we are in the process of transplanting our spring and summer crops." read more

Nuovafrutta is a Milan-based company that historically focused on ethnically diverse tropical crops. Since the start of the pandemic, the company has seen significant growth in the Mediterranean vegetable sector, especially in the last 24 months. Its sales volumes have increased in both sectors. read more

At Maatschap Van Overbeke, a strawberry growing operation based in Waregem, Belgium, the season is approaching but has not yet begun. "We expect the first harvest in about ten days. The first fruits are starting to color, but we haven't started picking yet. Everything depends on the weather. read more

At Freshchoi, the season for Chinese vegetables from Dutch greenhouses has started again. "We are pleased to begin our own Dutch production again. The Spanish season for Asian leafy crops had its ups and downs due to flooding. This led to an inconsistent supply and high prices during the winter." read more

Satori SA has introduced a range of fruits including meticulously ripened pitayas, mangoes, avocados, and mini bananas called 'Bananito'. This Gustoline is distributed globally at the height of freshness and flavor. The company has also created a retail concept that prioritizes consumer experience, including innovative packaging. read more

The State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection is working on opening the market of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for Ukrainian plant and livestock products, according to the agency's head Serhii Tkachuk. During an international business trip to Asia, the leadership of the agency discussed potential trade opportunities with Vietnamese officials. read more

After signing off on a successful European campaign, Kissabel® is ready to return to the southern hemisphere supported by growth in volumes and many brand awareness initiatives. A new chapter in the global development of the innovative range of colored-flesh apples. read more

Emilia Lewandowska, office manager for Fruit-Group, states that the challenging apple season in Turkey has led to a rise in demand for Polish apples this year. She explains, "Our season has been quite steady with no significant issues regarding raw material shortages. Lately, we have observed a growing demand." read more

A large delegation from the Wase Tuindersgilde, a growers' association in the Waasland region of Belgium, visited Phormium's production site in Lokeren for an in-depth study day focused on screen cloths and their role in modern, energy-efficient, and profitable cultivation. During a presentation read more

Selecta-One UK has announced important changes to its team as the company works on enhancing its support for growers in the UK and Ireland. As a part of this transition, Fiona Marley has resigned from her position, effective as of Friday, March 27, 2026. The company expresses its gratitude to Fiona. read more

The growing instability in freight rates due to the Iran war is not on the same level as the significant increase in freight rates during the Covid era, as per analysis by Drewry Shipping Consultants. Based on the latest data from Drewry Container Freight Rate Insight updated yesterday, spot ocean rates are... read more

The retail chain POBEDA is expanding its presence in the Russian food retail market by implementing a structured supply model that prioritizes consistent availability and competitive pricing of fresh produce. Supplier selection is based on three criteria: reliability of deliveries, price-to-quality ratio, read more

The start of the 2025 season on strawberry plantations has brought a number of challenges that may significantly impact the condition of the plants and the yield. As emphasized by Izabela Majewska-Dudek from Andermatt Polska, proper assessment of the plantation's condition and quick action are currently of key importance. read more

Generational turnover is becoming increasingly difficult, climate change, reduced availability of manpower, and growing pressure on technical defense means: the future of apple growing is increasingly less about the market and more about the ability to ensure production, continuity, and sustainability. read more