The beginning of higher temperatures causes some problems for some in properly adjusting them to the strawberries growing at that time. Questions arise: when to open gates or side vents? It is important to remember that determining the optimal temperature level read more

In gardens and cultivated landscapes, certain plants are deliberately selected to attract specific caterpillars, such as swamp milkweed or butterfly weed (for monarchs) and parsley (for black swallowtails), which are just as appealing as their adult forms that will hopefully emerge later on. Dr. Doug Tallamy at read more

With the end of the Mediterranean avocado season, particularly from Morocco and Spain, it is now the turn of avocados from summer origins to supply the European market. Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza Tropicals, stated that avocados from Kenya are well-positioned in the market but face logistical challenges that hinder. read more

A recent severe frost in Turkey has resulted in significant damage to fruit orchards. Market participants have referred to it as one of the worst frost events in recent history. Government officials are currently evaluating the extent of the damage, a process that is anticipated to take several weeks, and considering potential aid packages. read more

A Flemish administrative court has revoked the environmental permit for a 35km section of Belgium's hydrogen pipeline network, halting the planned construction. The permit, initially granted by the Flemish government, allowed Fluxys to build a pipeline between Zelzate and Kallo. read more

Apofruit has recently completed the settlement of the autumn 2024 campaign for the apples delivered by members from the Trentino region, which represents a significant portion of the cooperative's production. Over 7,000 quintals of autumn apples were delivered from this area. read more

Easter has always been a holiday that evokes tradition, conviviality, and, for the fruit and vegetable sector, a strategic moment between the end of winter campaigns and the beginning of summer references. The industry is experiencing a period of transition and great attention from the supply chain. read more

Sezon jagód borówki w Maroku obecnie trwa w pełni, wraz z nadejściem dużych zbiorów. Przemysł nadal utrzymuje swoją dynamikę wzrostu, przyciągając coraz więcej plantatorów każdego roku. Salah Eddine Belkadi, dyrektor handlowy Unique Packing, dzieli się najważniejszymi wydarzeniami sezonu. Eksporter mówi: read more

After a career spanning more than 45 years in the fresh produce trade, Hans van Maurik has embarked on a new challenge this year. Operating under the name Fresh Goods Handler, he now works as an agent marketing sous-vide cooked beetroot in the Dutch, Belgian, and German markets. read more

Ventura, a historic Italian brand of dried fruit for almost 90 years, confirms its participation in Tuttofood 2025 along with the other brands Maama and Sunsweet, the latter distributed exclusively in Italy by Madi Ventura. Three brands of dried fruit and chocolate with unique positioning. read more

The Dutch fruiting vegetable season started off well with favorable pricing, but in recent weeks, prices have been under pressure due to the increasing volumes of almost all products. Ruud den Boer, commercial director of the grower cooperative Oxin Growers, provides an overview of the situation. "The first cucumbers from read more

Od początku kwietnia tego roku, ukraiński rynek buraków stołowych doświadcza stabilnego wzrostu cen, wywołanego gwałtownym wzrostem aktywności handlowej, według analityków projektu EastFruit. Producenci informują, że popyt na warzywa korzeniowe na Ukrainie osiągnął szczyt.

Since the beginning of April this year, Ukraine's table beet market has been experiencing a steady price increase, triggered by a sharp surge in trading activity, according to analysts from the EastFruit project. Producers report that demand for root vegetables in Ukraine has reached a fever. read more

Farmers in Colombia, the fifth-largest banana producer globally, are aiming to increase their exports to the European Union, motivated by the financial advantages of selling to this market, as stated by an industry leader. Colombian bananas command a premium in the EU because of their sustainability practices... read more

Pacific Trellis Fruit, the company behind the Dulcinea® brand, is launching a new range of premium melons: Dulcinea Pure Perfection™ Melons. This selection of top-quality melons is aimed at enhancing the consumer's eating experience with exceptional sweetness, texture, and juiciness. "We are... read more