The bankruptcy trustee of DecoNova Young Plants B.V. in Roelofarendsveen and Nieuwveen has reached an agreement with Straathof Plants B.V. "An immediate takeover was deemed necessary to maintain the quality of the plant material and ensure the timely delivery of orders to customers." read more

The annual seasonal transition is currently happening in the fresh herbs industry. "With the exception of thyme, which we can provide year-round from German sources, we have now started importing the last crops, such as parsley, by early December," says Thomas Herrmann. read more

Analysts have identified a complex scenario within the European mandarin market towards the end of 2024, marked by consumer astonishment at elevated prices and producer grievances over low harvests not correlating with demand levels. Fedir Rybalko, a notable figure in the international fruit industry... read more

Auctions in the Axarquia, Spain, have already begun working with avocados from the 2024/25 season. "This year, despite the drought in the Axarquia, the Torrox area has not been significantly affected in terms of production or sizes. Farms in Vélez-Málaga and other towns in the area are also doing well." read more

Exhibitors, novelties, and other news from the shows will be highlighted in our Special Trade Shows. We'll kick off with the Soft Fruit Conference next week, the Tropical Plant International Expo in Ft Lauderdale, followed by the Sival in Angers, the IPM in Essen, and the Fruit Logistica in Berlin. read more

Between January and October 2024, Spain imported 173.63 million kilograms of tomatoes, which is 12.6% or 19.5 million kilograms more than the 154.18 million kilograms it imported in the same period of 2023, according to a report compiled by Hortoinfo using data from ICEX and the Tax Agency. read more

The Viennese vegetable growers reflect on a challenging growing year. "The prolonged heat in July and August, along with the resulting stress on the plants and consistently high pest pressure, were particularly problematic. This was then followed by a 'quasi-onset of winter' in September, when we had less. read more

Gill Hodgson from Everingham in Yorkshire has been awarded an MBE for Services to Floristry in the New Year Honours List 2025. Passionate about British-grown flowers and sustainability, Gill Hodgson has "transformed" the world of floristry in the UK. Gill is the founder of Flowers from the Farm, an organization... read more

W styczniu FreshPlaza skupi się na sektorze bananów. Jesteś producentem, importerem lub dostawcą bananów? Jeśli tak, chcielibyśmy usłyszeć od Ciebie. Możesz przesłać nam informacje lub możemy zadzwonić do Ciebie na wywiad, po prostu daj nam znać. Skontaktuj się pod adresem info@freshplaza.com. Dział Marketingu. read more

The market for Multipurpose Vessels (MPVs) is looking positive for charterers and shipowners, despite challenges such as geopolitical conflicts and anticipated trade tariffs. This optimism is mainly driven by the demand for project cargo, which supports the utilization of Project Carriers and helps sustain higher... read more

Santander has funded the Spanish agri-food sector with €5.3 billion in 2024, an increase of 23% compared to the previous year. Companies in the agri-food sector have focused on strengthening their investment in R&D, with new machinery that includes GPS and field sensors. read more

Uzbekistan has announced the extension of zero import duties, affecting the import of a wide range of food categories, including fruits and vegetables. This decision, outlined in a decree by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, extends the exemption period until January. read more

A small trade delegation from East West Trade & Consulting visited Turkmenistan from December 2-6. The delegation, comprised of five companies, specialized in greenhouse construction, refrigeration plants, and seed expertise. read more

According to the Statistics Agency, Uzbekistan has made significant progress in the apple export market from January to November 2024, with the total value of exports reaching $14.4 million. Neighboring countries were the main buyers, with Kazakhstan leading the pack by purchasing 34,309 tons. Russia. read more

The Horticultural Society Jamshedpur, in collaboration with Tata Steel UISL and Tata Steel, is hosting the 34th Annual Flower Show from December 29, 2024, to January 1, 2025, at Gopal Maidan, Bistupur. The event features a variety of colorful flowers, floral arrangements, and horticultural displays. read more

In Peru, the Foreign Trade Research and Development Institute of the Lima Chamber of Commerce (Idexcam) has projected an 11.40% growth in exports, reaching over $72 billion by the end of 2024. This increase is attributed to the enhanced performance of key sectors, including. read more

W roku 2024 TopControl dalej umocnił swoją reputację jako dostawca rozwiązań automatyzacji i systemów dla branży spożywczej oraz owoców i warzyw. Dzięki wyraźnemu skupieniu na innowacjach i orientacji na klienta, firma osiągnęła znaczące kamienie milowe, w tym read more

Sunkist Growers, Inc. is introducing its latest packaging design to celebrate the Lunar New Year holiday, starting on January 29, 2025, in honor of the Year of the Snake. The 10lb cartons are adaptable, suitable for containing Navel or Cara oranges, with corresponding display bins that can accommodate a variety of fruits. read more

Onedayone Group Zhangzhou has recently introduced a new filtering line for Chinese oranges, aiming to enhance product standardization and market competitiveness. As the winter season sets in, Chinese oranges have reached their peak ripeness. Known for their thin rind, sweet flavor, and high quality. read more

Over the last two decades, there has been a significant increase in global interest in avocados, leading to a noticeable impact on international trade. Although there are expected challenges in 2025, agricultural economists predict that the demand for avocados will continue to grow in the coming years. According to Gonzalo Salinas,... read more