The Brazilian fruit export sector has experienced significant growth in the past decade, increasing from generating 500 million dollars to 1.3 billion dollars in 2024. Although the country only exports 3% of its annual production, there is evident growth and a growing number of opportunities in... read more

Ontario-based Kinghaven Farms has completed final preparations to launch commercial production at its newly built, highly automated greenhouse, marking an important step for the company as it moves toward full-scale operations. After completing the commissioning of its Green Automation system, read more

In 2024, Spanish fruit and vegetable exports increased to 12.3 million tons (+8% compared to 2023). However, deflation on the prices applied limited the growth in value counterpart (+5% compared to 2023), resulting in a turnover of 17.7 billion. read more

There is currently no expected potato shortage, as stated by Andreas Karyos, the head of the potato producers' association. This announcement comes as farmers in Cyprus are assessing the impact of frost damage. Damage evaluations in the Paphos district have been completed. Kostas Neophytou, the district's agricultural... read more

The European Union, being one of the world's largest producers of fruits, offers numerous benefits for farmers, including fruit producers and companies operating in horticulture. Therefore, it is crucial to cooperate with EU fruit producers to ensure. read more

The campaign of 2024/2025 has set a record for Peruvian blueberries. Since the commercial expansion in 2011, Peru's blueberry sector has faced challenges, ultimately becoming the top agricultural export product. This growth is attributed to climate conditions and technological investments. read more

On Sunday, February 23, at the International Agricultural Show (SIA), La Ferme Digitale and the Digital Hub of the Moroccan Ministry of Agriculture—the guest country for the 2025 edition—signed a partnership agreement. The aim? To strengthen Franco-Moroccan cooperation in AgriTech by promoting the exchange of innovations. read more

The Chinese laboratory tests on cherries from the 20 inspected containers from the long-delayed Maersk Saltoro have confirmed the worst news: "all the fruit must be re-exported or destroyed in China." The potential cost of over 1,300 containers weighing... read more

The potato farm Freckmann, run by Anja Freckmann and Robert Krebs, is known for its top quality and specialization in potato cultivation. From crunchy salads and hearty soups to shoestring fries and roasted potatoes, as well as fresh, unprocessed vegetables, the Freckmann potato farm offers a wide variety. read more

"2024 was a good year for us, with the establishment of multiple production lines. Operators in the fruit and vegetable industry are increasingly seeking technologies from us that can produce trays with guaranteed weights, minimizing product giveaway," reports Ruggero Ricci, owner of Bulltec, as he shares. read more

The Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show will be held at Carlton Gardens and the Royal Exhibition Building from 26 to 30 March 2025. This year's show will feature a captivating mix of creativity, culture, and craftsmanship, including an intricate, deconstructed Rubik's Cube and immersive floral displays. read more

Trzy lata temu Rosja zaatakowała Ukrainę. Dla Sergeya Geraskina z GAAST był to ciężki cios. Razem z synem Antonem założył firmę eksportową GAAST latem 2020 roku, po 20 latach pracy w holenderskim handlu świeżymi produktami, z Mołdawią, Ukrainą i Białorusią jako głównymi rynkami eksportowymi. "Głównie dostarczaliśmy..." read more

W Holandii istnieje powiedzenie: "Kiedy na menu pojawi się biały szparag, czas zacząć planować wakacje letnie". Chociaż pogoda nadal może być zimna, pierwsze plony holenderskich białych szparagów już dotarły. "Wiosna tuż za rogiem, a wkrótce temperatury wzrosną. read more

On Wednesday, February 19, a new international hub of the World Horti Center was festively opened in Ji'Nan, China. This hub provides a local platform to support Dutch horticultural companies in China and to foster closer connections between the Chinese and Dutch ecosystems. The official opening ceremony took place on that day. read more

Levantia Seed, a seed company specializing in varietal research and selection, has introduced its new collection in the latest Pumpkin Catalog, showcasing 53 types of pumpkins along with more than 40 ornamental varieties. This is a rare event in the industry and addresses the needs in a timely manner. read more

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

W miarę jak konsumenci stają się coraz bardziej świadomi zdrowia i zrównoważonego rozwoju środowiska, rządy na całym świecie zaostrzają przepisy dotyczące jednorazowych, niebiodegradowalnych plastików. Te polityki przyspieszyły zmianę wśród eksporterów i detalicznych sprzedawców na korzyść materiałów kompostowalnych i biodegradowalnych,... read more

Ostatnie deszcze w Kalifornii były mile widzianym wydarzeniem dla upraw cytryn. „W polach było sucho, ale deszcz był błogosławieństwem dla wielu cytrusów w Dolinie Centralnej” - mówi Robert Schueller z Melissa's Produce, dodając, że to głównie tam jest dostępność amerykańskiej produkcji. read more

This week, Milan Fashion Week not only showcases the latest fashion trends but also becomes the setting for an innovative marketing campaign starring the Dolce Vita apple, one of the strategic varieties of Melinda. The initiative, announced during... read more

Manfred van der Vlag from Sweet Fruits' Dutch sales office in Emmen stated that the mango market is currently experiencing positive growth. He mentioned that the supply of mangoes has been inconsistent due to various factors like weather conditions, congestion, and strikes. These delays have been ongoing for weeks, which can have a significant impact on the market. read more