The production process in the strawberry greenhouses of Ilia has now, albeit with some delay, reached normal levels for the season. However, market developments are not progressing in a positive way. The president of the local Agricultural Cooperative Irmini, Mr. Fotis Kyriazis, states: "Our" read more

Obecne perspektywy na sezon jagód są bardzo obiecujące. Meksyk: "Meksyk dostarcza obfity plon tradycyjnych jagód, z prognozowanym znaczącym szczytem produkcji pomiędzy połową a końcem kwietnia (tygodnie 15-17)", mówi Brad Peterson, dyrektor ds. rozwoju biznesu dla...

The current outlook for the blueberry season is one of strong momentum. Mexico: "Mexico is supplying a robust crop of conventional fruit, with a significant production peak forecasted to hit between mid-to-late April (Weeks 15–17)," says Brad Peterson, director of business development for... read more

Ukraine's first next-generation greenhouse laboratory has started operating, where cucumbers and tomatoes are being grown using a special nanofilm instead of soil, as reported by EastFruit, citing AgroTimes. read more

Potato production in Uttar Pradesh is under pressure as production costs are higher than market prices, according to statements from the Samajwadi Party. In western Uttar Pradesh, including the Kannauj belt, the cost of production has increased to over ₹1,000 per quintal (US$12.00 per 100 kg). read more

"We have been working on developing mechanized harvesting techniques using robotic machinery for some time now. I believe that by 2027, we will be utilizing robots for the intensive harvesting of kiwifruit," stated Angelo Benedetti, president of Unitec, during last week's event "Shaping the Future and Organizing the Present." read more

Industrial Auctions organizes online auctions with a variety of machinery for the fresh produce industry. Currently, they are offering a complete sorting, weighing, and packaging line for (frozen) fruit from Zentis. The machines are located in Aken (DE), where dismantling and transport can be arranged. read more

The cold weather of these days could just be the prelude to a much more intense phase coming in the middle of the week. Starting from the next few days, an arctic air mass will rush into Italy, causing a sharp drop in temperatures and increasing the risk of late frosts. read more

Zanarini Srl experts have conducted an analysis of the Italian carrot market by examining data related to recent years' sowing areas, information on stock levels in Europe, and insights gathered from discussions with international customers and Veneto producers. "Istat data on the areas sown for read more

Red bananas have recently become available in retail stores in Belarus, providing a new option in terms of appearance and flavor compared to traditional varieties. These bananas are currently being sold at an Evroopt store in Minsk, with imports coming from Ecuador. The retail price is 10.99 rubles per kilogram (US$3.40), which is a unique offering for consumers looking to try something different. read more

Preparations are intensifying in Senegal as the mango season approaches. The industry is facing the challenge of meeting European Union standards, which is the main market for Senegalese mangoes, especially regarding fruit flies. In a letter sent to the office of the Senegalese Prime Minister, it was discussed... read more

South Africa's apple and pear industry is constantly changing, with advancements in production methods, market entry, and collaboration among growers playing a key role in shaping the sector. This insight comes from Calla du Toit of Tru-Cape Fruit Marketing and Hortgro Pome. Du Toit, who has been a fruit grower since 1997, currently serves as the Procurement Director. read more

Trading house Polder Potato (Dronten) and Lemmer-based Q-potato Holland are initiating an investigation into a strategic partnership in ware potatoes. Currently, the primary objective is to discover potential synergy advantages across different domains. "Both companies have effectively utilized their profound knowledge and experience." read more

The worsening of the geopolitical situation in the Middle East is having a significant and immediate impact on the costs of the fruit and vegetable supply chain. Importers associated with Fruitimprese are sounding the alarm, reporting a general increase in logistics and energy costs. read more

Unstable weather, phytosanitary pressure, and evolving markets require a change of pace in the spinach supply chain. This was the message that emerged from the Italian Spinach Summit 2026 - Spinach Future-Proof, organized recently by Rijk Zwaan and dedicated to producers, technicians, and. read more

During Macfrut 2026, Europrogress will organize a round table discussion on Italian greenhouse cultivation as part of the Fruit & Veg Professional Show. The session will delve into one of the key strategic topics for the sector: the challenges and opportunities of greenhouse production in Italy. read more

W styczniu i lutym 2026 roku Gruzja wyeksportowała 594 tony cebuli o wartości 148 000 dolarów. Oznacza to znaczny wzrost w porównaniu z tym samym okresem w 2025 roku, kiedy eksport wyniósł tylko 1 tonę o wartości 2000 dolarów. W ciągu pierwszych dwóch miesięcy 2026 roku cały eksport cebuli został skierowany... read more

The cost escalation triggered by the crisis related to the war in Iran is putting increasing pressure on the fruit and vegetable system every day. Among the sectors that are at risk of paying the highest price is the fourth range, already dealing with known structural vulnerabilities and now under immense pressure. read more

W tym sezonie w prowincji Kolumbia Brytyjska (B.C.) zanotowano znacznie większą ilość gruszek we wszystkich odmianach w porównaniu z tegorocznym zbiorami w 2024 roku. "Oczekujemy kontynuowania pakowania przez kolejne pięć do ośmiu tygodni" - mówi Kevin Day z Day's Century Growers. Firma pakuje gruszki dla 10 producentów, co stanowi read more

Indias onion exports are facing significant challenges due to disruptions in West Asia, including the closure of Gulf ports and sharply increasing shipping costs. This information was shared by Shvam Dhumal, the Director of Agroindi EXIM Pvt Ltd, an onion exporter based in Nashik. "We had containers loaded on vessels sailing out in February." read more

Forget the simple image of a summer snack: cherries are vying to become a pillar of excellence in nutraceuticals. read more