Driving slowly to scan the fields and farms along Volkman Road in Scott Township, Indiana, Bonnie MacArthur comments, "That's it." The avid gardener has spied The Zinnia Meadow, an eye-popping palette of brilliant colors in the beds along the road. In patches among the zinnias grow stands of. read more

The commercial campaign for PGI Romagna Peach and Nectarine in 2025 concluded with a consistent demand in Italy and Germany, the primary target markets. Despite facing weather difficulties at the beginning of the season, the fruits were able to meet the PGI quality criteria in terms of sweetness, firmness, and aroma. In Italy, the product enjoyed benefits from read more

Avocados are currently going through a volatile season, primarily due to high volumes and struggling prices. Consumption was high at the beginning of the 2025 season, but "Peru has returned with significantly larger volumes this year, 33% more than the previous season. read more

Westfalia Fruit will be showcasing various initiatives in varietal development, post-harvest sustainability, and market collaboration at Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid, taking place from September 30 to October 2. The company's agenda features fresh research on avocado breeding, experiments in extending shelf-life, and... read more

By late August 2025, the average retail price of apples in Russia exceeded 140 RUB/kg (€1.42), up 14% year-on-year, as reported by Kommersant. According to Irina Koziy, CEO of FruitNews, the rise in prices is attributed not only to weather conditions but also to significantly increased production costs. read more

"Sezon handlowy dla pomidorów przemysłowych zawsze jest wyzwaniem" - mówi Umberto Todisco, prezydent Południowego Stowarzyszenia Producentów Owoców i Warzyw (A.P.O.M.). "Ze względu na niestabilne plony z pól, bieżący rok jest szczególnie niestabilny, zwłaszcza w środkowych i południowych Włoszech" - dodaje. read more

While the fruit market in the Gulf countries has been quieter than usual this summer, the period leading up to the end-of-year holidays, which also coincides with preparations for Ramadan, should boost demand and imports. This is according to Maysa Gebril, CEO of Hama Seas. read more

AdeptAg has announced the expansion of its electrical and irrigation service capabilities from the Plantech Controls office in Kingsville, Ontario. Known for its reliable electrical infrastructure, advanced environmental controls, and packaging automation, Plantech has a strong reputation. read more

The so-called 2025 minimum standard was published on September 1 and primarily serves to adjust participation fees. Additionally, it is being utilized more frequently by companies that aim to use only recyclable packaging or pursue other sustainability goals. read more

The harvesting and marketing of the Bouche de Betizac cultivar began a few days ago by chestnut specialist Mitica srl of Rioveggio (Bologna). According to Gionatan Elmi, the chestnut campaign is currently showing good production and quality prospects. Gionatan, Giancarlo, and Tommaso Elmi. read more

A rather unusual pallet of flowers caused quite a stir on Monday, September 8, at the auction grounds in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands, which the police are now investigating. "The pallet of flowers looked suspicious," a police spokesperson told NH Nieuws. When customs officers teamed up with the police read more

The Mazurkas Conference Center in Warsaw will host the 19th edition of Fresh Market on September 17. The annual B2B event brings together suppliers, importers, distributors, and retail chain buyers from Central and Eastern Europe. Fresh Market follows a format in which retail chains occupy the. read more

On November 12, during the closure of the first day of the 25th edition of Forum Retail, the celebratory moment of Italian retail excellence will take place: the announcement of the winners and the presentation of the Retail Awards. For 9 years, these awards have been highlighting. read more

After the slight recovery marked in 2024, pears are experiencing a new drop in production caused by extreme weather events, plant diseases, and the Asian stink bug. Data from Prognosfruit, the leading European conference for the sector, indicate a 24.7% decrease in quantity for the Italian industry. read more

If we want to increase fruit and vegetable consumption, there must be a reevaluation of seasonal fruit. According to Jan Prinsen from the Belgian Fresh Food Institute, there has been a significant decrease in retail focus on European seasonal produce, especially grapes, in recent years. Jan is inspecting grapes. read more

Haryana's agriculture minister Shyam Singh Rana said on Tuesday that the state is now looking to promote flower farming as a crucial component of its agricultural diversification strategy, taking inspiration from Europe's flourishing floriculture industry. Rana made this statement after returning from a week-long visit to France and The Netherlands, where he investigated the sector. read more

As the international horticultural industry transitions towards more environmentally friendly and sustainable practices, Klasmann-Deilmann remains dedicated to developing advanced substrate solutions. One key area of focus is on peat-reduced growing media for young vegetable plants, with a particular emphasis on blocking substrates that combine. read more

"An apple a day keeps the doctor away": a popular saying that everyone knows and accurately reflects the widespread perception of the beneficial properties of this fruit. Italians confirm this in their daily consumption: on average 30 grams a day, which increases to 60-70 in certain age groups. read more

A packing adjustment at Emery Soft Fruits in Hampshire has allowed surplus berries to be redirected for redistribution, in collaboration with BerryWorld UK and the food charity FareShare. Recovering soft fruit is difficult due to its short shelf life. At Emery Soft Fruits, lined crates are now used. read more