Los pimientos españoles dominaron el mercado alemán, acompañados por importaciones turcas y, localmente, importaciones más pequeñas de Marruecos. Según la Oficina Federal de Agricultura y Alimentación (BLE), el negocio fue irregular y los precios se desarrollaron en consecuencia. Mientras que las ventas de productos españoles se estancaron en Hamburgo a mitad de semana, luego repuntaron nuevamente después de envíos más cautelosos. read more

In Ireland, Kerry-based vegetable grower Paudie Hanafin is facing significant challenges in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. Hanafin is emphasizing the necessity of government assistance for fruit and vegetable growers in the area. The storm, along with rising costs, has created difficulties for the industry. read more

Australijski producent opakowań Detpak niedawno po raz pierwszy wystawił swoje produkty na targach Fruit Logistica, otrzymując przytłaczająco pozytywne opinie od odwiedzających stoisko. "Pojechaliśmy do Berlina, aby wzmocnić nasze kontakty na rynku europejskim i spotkaliśmy się z ogromnym zainteresowaniem naszymi opakowaniami z włókien." read more

Nine years after winning the award for best innovation at Fruit Logistica with its patented opening system for coconuts for drinking, World's Coconut Trading, also known as Genuine Coconut, has once again participated in the fair in Berlin with one of Spain's most exotic product ranges. read more

Winter weather has caused a decrease in Cretan cucumber production, but there is a place where the cold cannot reach and the harvest remains abundant. This place is Psari Forada, situated on the southern coastline of Crete and shielded from the northern winds that could affect yields. Mr. Thodoris Agapoulakis,… read more

On the occasion of Valentine's Day, BMTI conducted an analysis on the wholesale prices of the most commonly requested products, based on the data collected from the wholesale markets of the Italmercati Network. read more

Middenweg Flowers, a grower of Irises since 2001, announces further expansion of its international cultivation activities. Following successful winter cultivation in Spain since 2022, the company is now expanding by growing irises in Portugal as well. This development positions Middenweg Flowers as the first iris. read more

Yacov Hason, the marketing manager of Erel Dates based in Israel, has stated that the demand for dates from Israel has increased in several markets around the world. "We put in a lot of effort this past season and exported a large quantity of dates to Dubai, Russia, and the United States. This year, we have significantly expanded into the free market." read more

The 2025 edition of Biofach, the world's most important trade fair dedicated to organic products, concludes today in Nuremberg. The event saw the participation of over 2,300 exhibitors from 94 countries, including 262 Italian brands, confirming Italy as a leader in the sector. read more

Dava's greenhouse complexes in Saudi Arabia will soon cover more than 110 hectares. They are expected to play a significant role in achieving the goals of Saudi Vision 2030. The Minister of Environment, Water, and Agriculture of Saudi Arabia recently visited the greenhouse company to learn more about their contribution. Saudi Vision 2030 is a strategic plan to diversify the Saudi economy and reduce its dependence on oil. read more

Myplant & Garden 2025 promises an even bigger edition, with 55,000 sqm (+5,000 sqm) spread across four halls: a space covering 5.5 hectares, equivalent to eight football fields or 211 tennis courts. More than 800 exhibiting brands (22% from abroad, mainly from the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark). read more

Van der Ende Group has introduced HydroPatrol, an advanced software platform for monitoring and optimizing water treatment systems such as Kathari or Nexus. With HydroPatrol, users can access real-time insights into the performance of their installations and promptly respond to any deviations. read more

In 2024, Taiwan continued to be a crucial market for U.S. agricultural exports, with total trade amounting to $3.8 billion, a 2% rise from the previous year. Fresh fruit exports were particularly influential in driving this growth, positioning Taiwan as the fourth-largest market for U.S. fresh fruit. This category experienced a 16% read more

Valentine's Day is the ideal time to cherish special moments with loved ones, surround yourself with beauty, and indulge in delicious yet healthy treats. Fruits are not only a sophisticated addition to a romantic evening but also symbolize love, passion, and caring for well-being. read more

The Challenge Center is expanding its Bay Produce program to include more than just fresh vegetables. This year, the non-profit will also be adding spring flowers to their greenhouse, just in time for Mother's Day. Mark Kroll, the Director of the Challenge Center, states that their Bay Produce program assists in... read more

North Ossetia-Alania is exploring agricultural cooperation with Belarus, with a focus on cultivating vegetables and fruits. Sergei Menyailo emphasizes that North Ossetia is home to Russia's largest asparagus farm, a crop that was previously uncommon in Russian agriculture. Additionally, the region is also revitalizing its apple orchards. read more

The ginger industry in Peru had another challenging season, according to Marco Salas Cueva, general manager and partner of Jalhuca Amazonia. "It has been a difficult season for several years now, with limited supplies of raw materials and a market that has shown atypical responses," he said. read more

The campaign promoting strawberries has just begun at Op Primo Sole in Montescaglioso (MT). "We can confirm the excellent quality of the fruit and the increased demand this week due to Valentine's Day, which is always a significant occasion for consumption, especially of strawberries," says. read more

"Rzeczy rozwijają się szybko," mówi René van den Berg, współwłaściciel Abstract IT. Ta holenderska firma zajmująca się oprogramowaniem skupia się na rozwiązaniach niestandardowych dla różnych sektorów, takich jak świeże produkty, i jest kluczowa dla zwiększania robotyzacji. Przykładem jest FruitMasters, gdzie Abstract IT jest zaangażowane w automatyzację ich. read more

It is called VIP but it is not a social event. VIP stands for "Varieties International Project": a series of focuses on genetic improvement and new varieties in modern fruit cultivation. A crucial theme that will be at the center of four workshops led by top breeding experts together. read more