In 2024, Mercadona's e-commerce reached a turnover of 842 million euros, recording a 30% increase compared to the previous year's 649 million euros, as reported by foodretail.es. This success is the result of a targeted expansion of the online channel with a dedicated model. read more

The 9th edition of Myplant & Garden will be a Big Green Bang, an explosion of nature, vitality, suggestions, colors, and innovation. The International Green Expo (Fiera Milano Rho-IT, February 19-21, 2025) is one of the most important professional events in the world for the horticulture industry. read more

Estonian farmers affected by extreme weather from 2023 to 2024 will receive €3.3 million in emergency aid. This support program is aimed at fruit, vegetable, and rapeseed growers, with a particular focus on the horticulture sector due to the challenging weather conditions. The remaining budget will be allocated to other agricultural sectors as needed. read more

The 2025 edition of Biofach, the leading trade fair for the organic food sector that attracts thousands of players and stakeholders globally every year, took place in Nuremberg these days. VIP participated in the event with its organic offerings in the Bioland area. read more

Strawberry producers in Mexico are expanding their cultivation areas and implementing modern technologies to maximize productivity and efficiency of the designated cultivation area. Investments are being made towards cultivation under cover. read more

"Innovation runs and does not wait. Pretending it does not exist is not an option. It is essential to reflect on the opportunities and challenges it presents, addressing even the most complex aspects." read more

The countdown can begin, HortiContact 2025 is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will once again be filled with horticultural suppliers and, hopefully, many growers. In addition to an extensive exhibition floor with almost 300 exhibitors, there is an extensive program. read more

Bal Padda, a soft fruit grower in the UK, has attracted a significant amount of attention with a unique documentary that sheds light on the realities of farming. Taking inspiration from "Clarkson's Farm," Padda and his team have produced a mini-documentary that delves deeper than just the crops, showcasing the individuals who are devoted to their agricultural work. read more

Pomidor, kalafior, brokuły i świeże warzywa były najlepszymi wyborami w zestawie warzyw kupionych w 2024 roku. Jednak tam, gdzie są zwycięzcy, zazwyczaj są też przegrani. Marchew, fasola szparagowa, cykoria, brukselka, szparagi i worki z pokrojoną sałatą znaleziono w mniejszych ilościach. read more

Royal Brinkman was founded in 1885 and will celebrate its 140th anniversary in 2025. This long history is remarkable for a family business. In terms of the founding year, Royal Brinkman ranks 12th among the oldest family businesses in the Netherlands (according to the EW 2024 edition). read more

The DANA has left hundreds of fields devastated, which, if the authorities do not provide enough assistance and ensure generational turnover, will be abandoned. However, in the midst of this desolation, there are examples that emerge to

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On February 14, Hill Farmers' Shiitake Mushroom Co-op Soc. Ltd. of Meghalaya and YATS Corporation of Japan formalized a collaborative agreement. This partnership aims to develop market linkages and establish a supply chain for Shiitake mushroom cultivation in Meghalaya. The agreement was signed at. read more

Less than 90 days before the start of the 42nd edition of Macfrut, scheduled from Tuesday 6th to Thursday 8th May at the Rimini Expo Centre, we interviewed Renzo Piraccini, the event's organizer, to find out about this year's news. read more

Fresh-cut flowers from Yunnan Province in southwest China are increasingly popular worldwide, with exports growing thanks to enhanced cultivation techniques, improved quality, efficient transportation, and innovative collaborations. Yunnan, also known as the "Kingdom of Flowers," cultivates a wide range of blooms that are in high demand. read more

The renowned pizzaiolo Gino Sorbillo has chosen the Pink Lady® apple as the main ingredient for his new gourmet creation: the Pink Lady® Pizza. It is a meeting of pizza artistry and the freshness of the apple which, with its heart-shaped sticker, represents one of the most. read more

French horticultural imports, the main supplier to the Spanish market for fruits and vegetables, rose by 20% up to November 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, reaching 989,263 tons. Portugal also saw a 20% growth, with 379,151 tons, ranking third.

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With VOG - Home of Apples, Biofach showcases diversity. A distinctive characteristic of the South Tyrolean Consortium in various areas of significance: first and foremost for the assortment of organic apple varieties and brands, one of the widest in Europe, which guarantees read more

Główni importerzy wietnamskich produktów rolnych narzucają bardziej rygorystyczne wymagania, zmuszając wietnamskie firmy do dostosowania się. Biuro Handlowe Wietnamu w Szwecji informuje, że Unia Europejska (UE) wprowadza bardziej restrykcyjne przepisy dotyczące bezpieczeństwa żywności i zrównoważonego rozwoju dla świeżych. read more

Zespół EastFruit dostarcza kolejną aktualizację rynkową opartą na trendach obserwowanych na platformie handlowej EastFruit podczas drugiego tygodnia lutego 2025 roku. read more

Ayham Fakheralden, a representative of Spectra Dates, a date exporter from Jordan, stated that the date industry in Jordan is experiencing consistent growth. He mentioned that the total area devoted to date palm cultivation in Jordan is approximately 4,500 hectares, with an estimated annual growth rate of 10-15% in both cultivated areas and production. read more