The pistachio sector in Spain has experienced tremendous growth in terms of cultivated area and production in recent years, increasing from just 3,200 hectares in 2012 to over 78,000 hectares in the last year. This boom has had a significant economic impact in terms of read more

French fries are becoming more popular: the per capita consumption of frozen potato products has been increasing for many years. As a result, the potato processing specialist Aviko Germany has been operating at full capacity to meet the demand for frozen fries from retailers and food service providers. Replacing the... read more

Five talks, ten nationally renowned testimonials, important scientific experts, a large experiential arena. Protagonists: innovative products (both fruits and vegetables and beyond) with high nutritional value. More commonly known as Healthy Food. This is the great novelty of Macfrut 2025, the trade fair. read more

On February 25, 2025, Sana Food, an event dedicated to all aspects of healthy food from controlled and sustainable supply chains, concluded. The new location in Hall 18 failed to impress the exhibitors, as did the new format. Despite this, the event saw a good flow of visitors, partly due to the Slow Wine Fair taking place concurrently. read more

There has been a notable increase in the international berry trade, with demand steadily rising in key markets like the United States, Europe, and Asia. However, there are several challenges facing the production and marketing of these exotic fruits, including: read more

According to the Austrian Chamber of Agriculture (LKÖ), the Austrian ware potato market was calm and unspectacular in the last days of February. With mild temperatures and hopes of higher prices fading, farmers are increasingly willing to sell and empty. read more

This year as well, the Valentine's period has seen Pink Lady® at the center of numerous B2B and B2C initiatives, designed to strengthen the connection between this apple and the celebration of love. read more

Prezydent Donald Trump ogłosił, że cła na import z Kanady i Meksyku zostaną wprowadzone w przyszłym miesiącu, kończąc tym samym tymczasowe zawieszenie. Te cła, początkowo opóźnione, mają zostać wprowadzone w kwietniu. Trump podkreślił, że te środki są realizowane zgodnie z planem, stwierdzając: "Cła są...". read more

W Holandii jest powiedzenie: "Kiedy na menu pojawią się białe szparagi, czas zacząć planować wakacje letnie". Mimo że pogoda może nadal być chłodna, pierwsze zbioru holenderskich białych szparagów już nadeszły. "Wiosna tuż za rogiem, wkrótce temperatury wzrosną". read more

Emirates SkyCargo, the cargo division of Emirates Airline, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Astral Aviation, an African cargo airline, to enhance global trade connectivity to and from Africa. The partnership aims to leverage both airlines' networks and expertise to support read more

The dangerous campaign in the southern hemisphere is about to start, with the first arrivals already appearing on the Italian market. To better understand the initial impressions and prospects for the coming months, we interviewed Antonio Zani, head of the Office. read more

Have you heard of solanine in potatoes? What is this toxin and how can its formation be prevented?

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HortiContact 2025 gathered 300 exhibitors and 7,542 trade professionals at Evenementenhal Gorinchem on February 18, 19, and 20. The event organizer released the visitor numbers, which were slightly lower than in 2024 (7812) and 2023 (>8000). The event showcased innovations and smart energy solutions. read more

Pauline Crosby, 74 years old, (pictured above, source: Facebook) originally from Norfolk, United Kingdom, has been chosen as the first "The Nan from Del Monte," becoming the face of the 2025 marketing campaign for the historic canned fruit brand, as reported. read more

Joanna Lumley, 78, recounted a comical incident at a supermarket where she jokingly grabbed two women by the neck and urged them to purchase cotton candy grapes instead of regular white grapes. Known for her affection for the sweeter variety, she was adamant that they give them a try. Later, she spotted the same women. read more

"The decline in consumption is a cause for concern, particularly as it does not appear to be solely tied to economic factors. It is essential to decipher the signals, which may also indicate a shift in consumer preferences, a factor that is known to be constantly changing," says Giovanni Grasso. read more

The seedless snacking pepper Angello has a new partner, Coop Sole (Mediterranean Group-Gruppo Apofruit), which will be responsible for production in Campania of the premium variety developed by Syngenta Vegetable Seeds and marketed under the brand Solarelli. The goal is to expand the market for this variety. read more

The average price for loose tomatoes increased to 1.664 euros per kilogram last week. The average price for vine tomatoes also saw a slight rise, reaching 1.337 euros. Despite the price hikes at the auctions associated with the Federation of Belgian Horticultural Cooperatives, tomato prices are currently below. read more

Every day between 140 and 160 tonnes of bulk vegetables – potatoes, onions, butternut, tomatoes, peppers, sweet potatoes, beetroot, carrot, ginger, and garlic – are packed and repacked at Allways Fresh in Germiston, Johannesburg. The facility is open 24 hours a day to receive the trucks coming in from the. read more

Defra Secretary Steve Reed announced measures at the NFU Conference to tackle challenges in British agriculture. However, concerns remain among farmers about profitability and policy consistency. The Seasonal Worker visa scheme has been extended for five years, providing temporary read more