Coinciding with 'Kom in de Kas', BerryBrothers welcomed interested visitors to their greenhouses in Heythuysen and Roggel on Saturday, 5 April. Many people took the opportunity to visit the soft fruit company, which was celebrating its 45th anniversary and also marking the opening of its new. read more

Latvia has extended its ban on importing fresh fruits and vegetables from Russia and Belarus until July 1, 2026. The extension of the restrictions, which have been in place since March 8, 2023, was approved by the Saeima (Latvian Parliament), as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

The grape and mango market is experiencing challenges due to weather complications, price fluctuations, and strict regulations. Competition among producing countries and quality standards in Europe and the United States are also influencing the market dynamics. Brazilian producer and exporter Lina Frutas sends 60-70% of its... read more

The arrival of Easter usually puts the spotlight on the agri-food sectors related to celebrations, lowering interest in the vegetable market, which, on the contrary, remains stable this year without any significant changes. Eugenio Celeste captures the situation. read more

How do apples contribute to a balanced and conscious diet? What do apple sommeliers do? And what ingredients pair best with apples? To answer these and other questions, the campaign "A World Beyond the Apple. European taste experience" is here. read more

"Zwanenburg to Purmerend" Last year, Van der Kroon Aardappelhandel moved from Zwanenburg to new premises in Purmerend. "The jewel in the crown," says Sem van der Kroon, a fourth-generation representative of the family business that supplies chip shops, institutions, and wholesalers with potatoes for fries. "We use" read more

The imported potato season has started at Greydanus potato wholesalers. This Dutch company has been offering imported potatoes for many years. In 1950, Klaas Greydanus Senior started importing potatoes from Malta, which were delivered to the port city of Harlingen by boat. Recently, in addition to the new Maltese potatoes, the company has also introduced a variety of other imported potato options. read more

Among the international symposia organized by Macfrut 2025, there is also a Round Table discussion scheduled for Wednesday, May 7th, as part of the Spices & Herbs Global Expo, the exhibition dedicated to spices, medicinal and aromatic herbs. The herbal supply chain: a guarantee of quality for. read more

Starting in April 2025, a new division of Holex Flower will be introduced: Holex Air Logistics. This collaboration between Holex Flower and Airflo aims to improve the efficiency of Holex's transportation network. Holex Air Logistics will be overseen by a team of seasoned professionals from both Holex Flower. read more

In fruit and vegetable storage and greenhouse cultivation, temperature and humidity are critical factors that directly impact product quality. Excessively high temperatures can lead to spoilage, while low humidity may cause dehydration. Traditional monitoring methods often face issues such as read more

LATAM Airlines has recently introduced a new seasonal route linking Fortaleza, Brazil, with Lisbon, Portugal, which will be in operation until October 20. The inaugural flight boasted a 94% load factor. This service runs once a week with Boeing 787-9 aircraft, offering seating for 300 passengers distributed across three classes. read more

Menno Boots from Borst Bloembollen, a specialist in tulips and peonies, explains how they have integrated their inventory and sales processes with Floriday as flower growers. Immediately after processing, the tulips are registered in Floriday as part of their inventory, and all sales are conducted from this inventory. read more

On April 1, the day before U.S. President Donald Trump announced sweeping global tariffs on goods coming into the U.S., Israel removed its remaining tariffs on U.S. products. This decision was applauded by some U.S. produce exporters, including almond growers and shippers. "It is a welcome" read more

Po latach suszy i braków wody, sektor owoców tropikalnych w Hiszpanii spodziewa się rekordowej produkcji mango i awokado w tym sezonie. Dane nie są jeszcze ostateczne, ale wydaje się, że ceny są na korzystnym poziomie, chociaż handel zagraniczny budzi obawy. W ciągu ostatnich dwóch lat tropikalne. read more

With the growing focus on sustainable agriculture and peat-free cultivation, the demand for high-quality coco coir substrates is currently at a peak. In response to this increasing need, Gro-Med, a brand under Vaighai Agro, has recently opened its third grow bag production facility in Salem. read more

Taiwan may encounter significant obstacles in exporting its agricultural products due to the punitive trade measures taken by President Donald Trump, the top agriculture official of the island cautioned on Tuesday, April 8. Agriculture Minister Chen Junne-jih (陳駿季) highlighted concerns over the recently announced 32% reciprocal tariff. read more

Carrefour has chosen Spain as the stage for the launch of its new global artificial intelligence platform: ai.carrefour. The goal? To support its employees in the digital transition, while also improving the service offered to customers. At the core of this. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of high-quality fresh fruit, continues to support sports as a good habit for a healthy lifestyle and marks another important sponsorship in the agenda, with the Half Marathon and 10k of Turin reaching their 10th edition. read more

During the Dutch Spring Trials, which are traditionally held during the first week of May, eight breeders in North Holland showcase their latest novelty assortments to growers, retailers, and industry peers. These pack trials provide a great opportunity to review the latest pot and bedding varieties. read more

The Flora Expo Astana in Kazakhstan kicked off this morning. The three-day event is attracting exhibitors and visitors from around the globe, eager to explore the Kazakhstani market. This year, the expo features 200 exhibitors from 15 countries, with over 60 of them specializing in cut flowers. read more