W związku z zwiększonym spożyciem owoców tropikalnych, wzrosła potrzeba stałego dojrzewania. „Dla wielu operatorów zarządzanie stosowaniem etylenu stało się kluczowym czynnikiem w osiąganiu jednolitego dojrzewania i minimalizowaniu marnotrawstwa w całym łańcuchu dostaw” - mówi Greg Akins, Prezes i CEO. read more

Sektor truskawkowy w Albanii zrobił znaczące kroki w kwestii rozwoju i jakości - mówi Albano Troka, CEO i założyciel albańskiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolniczych Fragoland SHPK: "W ostatnich latach powierzchnia upraw truskawek w Albanii stopniowo wzrosła, ponieważ coraz więcej producentów zwraca się ku. read more

W lutym dorosły samiec brązowego marmurowatego stonki szarobrązowej (BMSB) został wykryty w pułapce w Ōrākei, niedaleko portu w Auckland. Odkrycie to spowodowało reakcję Biosecurity New Zealand, w tym rozmieszczenie dodatkowych pułapek w okolicznych obszarach. Nie wykryto więcej owadów, a sprawa została...

In February, an adult male brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB) was detected in a trap in Ōrākei, near Auckland's port. The find triggered a response from Biosecurity New Zealand, including the deployment of additional traps in surrounding areas. No further insects were detected, and the case has... read more

The prices of imported apples have slightly decreased this week compared to last week. South African Gala apples are now being sold for around ¥235 (US$32) per box, which is a decrease of about ¥10–15 (US$1.4–2). Traders have mentioned that the taste of the apples being received is still not consistent and varies. read more

A difficult year for processing tomatoes in the northern district, not only due to a delayed framework agreement but mainly because the price is much lower than last year despite increased production costs. read more

Over the past five years, Costa Rica has been exporting an average of nearly 135,000 tons of cassava annually, making it one of the top global exporters. It serves as the main source of cassava for markets in Europe and the United States. The Roots and Tubers Export Chamber, CERyT, represents its 22 members. read more

We are pleased to present to you the latest issue of "The Blueberry Grove", which, just like the beginning of the new growing season, has been a time filled with challenges, changes, and important decisions. The recent months have clearly shown that the production of berries is entering a new phase. read more

Following the journey of an apple, the symbol of Val di Non, to find oneself, as if by magic, in a space as original as it is suggestive: the deep heart of the Dolomites. It's not a dream but a concrete proposal that guarantees an unforgettable experience for visitors. read more

Social media and digital food trends are influencing the popularity of potatoes, as reported by Bord Bia. Online content showcasing dishes like loaded jacket potatoes and cheese-stuffed sweet potatoes has played a role in raising their visibility. Bord Bia references research showing that younger consumers are particularly influenced by these trends. read more

The World Processed Tomato Council (WPTC) estimates global production of processed tomatoes to be around 40.4 million tonnes in 2025, which is a decrease of 12% compared to the previous year. This decline is primarily attributed to a significant drop in Chinese production by 53%. Conversely, Italian production in 2025 surpassed 5.8 million tonnes. read more

Egypt has doubled its export of frozen strawberries to Poland, setting a new record and strengthening its dominance in the European market. In 2025, Poland imported 62,200 tons of Egyptian frozen strawberries worth over 70 million euros. This represents a volume 2.2 times

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Ukraine's vegetable market is entering an active phase in March 2026 with the start of early imports, mainly potatoes and onions from Turkey and Egypt. Domestic producers selling stored stocks are facing stronger competition, prompting adjustments in pricing and sales strategies. Imported early... read more

Egypt's National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) reported export activity between March 28 and April 3, 2026, with a focus on fresh produce shipments. During the period, Egypt exported 5,065 consignments totaling around 230,000 tons, handled by approximately 1,400 companies and covering nearly 730. read more

The merger of wholesalers Gebr. van Hezik and Robert Vissers resulted in the formation of AGF Kerkdriel 20 years ago. Each day, Robert Vissers drives to the Brussels import center to procure imported fruit for his customers. "We stumbled upon it by accident once and enjoyed it so much that we continue to go there." read more

In week 12, the first spears of this year's season were already harvested at the Kallen farm. The Prius and Rakete varieties marked the "record-early" start to the season, although they could have started even a week earlier, notes Helena Kallen, who runs the Dormagen-based asparagus farm. read more

Supermarket Piccolo (VéGé) arrives at the Vulcano Buono shopping center in Nola (Na) with a 2,500 square meter superstore and a team of 100 employees. The adopted format reflects the formula already tested with fresh departments and laboratories with visible production, a bar area, and a bistro area. read more

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 and updated its full-year outlook. "Driven by continued solid performance in our North America segment, we delivered another quarter in line with our expectations," said CEO Mike Smith. He added that the company is read more

Mangos can soften and deteriorate within a few weeks at room temperature, with the fruit turning yellow, softening, and breaking down at the cellular level in warm conditions. A study on the "Tainong No.1" variety in China has shown that storage at 12°C can extend the shelf life to over three weeks. read more

Spring has officially sprung and the fruit and vegetable sector is filling up with colors and scents ready to conquer the consumer. This vitality is also reflected on social media, where Focaccia Art has emerged as the creative trend for those who want to combine culinary inspiration. read more

The data released by ISTAT regarding retail sales in February show a year-on-year increase in value of +1.6%, accompanied by a slight decrease in volume of -0.1%. In the food sector, a more pronounced negative trend in volumes of -0.5% is recorded. read more