The analysis of the Fruit and Vegetable Monitor by Agroter, in collaboration with Circana, highlights a fairly positive December for the fruit and vegetable department of the large-scale retail trade, although not maintaining the pace of previous months. Nevertheless, the sector closed 2025 with decidedly satisfactory results. read more

Things are still not looking good in the potato market. Prices continue to be very low, and discussions for next year's contracts are underway. However, Stijn Windey of Agra Claessens is not worried. He sells all his produce independently and is actually quite content with the situation. read more

According to EastFruit, Moroccan orange exports have continued to grow for a second consecutive season, slowly recovering from the significant decrease seen in 2022/23. In the 2024/25 season, spanning from November to October, Morocco exported 84.6 thousand tons of oranges valued at US$61 million. read more

In an effort to promote scientific-led agricultural development and increase farmers' income through high-value agricultural enterprises, the CSIR-Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Jammu, is implementing the CSIR Floriculture Mission in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir. read more

Frosts in the EU have affected Brussels sprouts harvests, leading producers to look to Morocco for stable supplies, reports EastFruit. read more

Brazil's fruit exports reached $1.45 billion in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of record export value. According to sector data, export value increased by 12% year on year, while export volumes rose by 19.6% compared to 2024. This outcome reflects continued expansion. read more

With annual sales of around 220 to 230 million euros, two locations in Buxtehude and Rotterdam, and about 30 employees, Global Fruit Point GmbH is one of Germany's leading fruit importers. The company is now laying the foundations for further growth with a move: it is expected to move from its read more

In 2025, Natura Nuova hosted over a hundred students and teachers from all over Italy, with the aim of introducing the new generations to the world of sustainable agriculture. Among the groups welcomed were the hospitality institutes from Rimini, Palermo, and others. read more

The lychee season on Reunion Island is coming to an end. This year's harvest has been unusual, to say the least, pushing professionals to constantly adjust. Jean-Marc Boyer, from the Boyer company, reflects on the season. One significant aspect was a delay that had an impact. read more

VéGé Group, the first and historical group of the Italian Organized Large-Scale Retail, confirms its commitment to the development of the Private Label and presents itself at aMarca 2026 with a renewed proposal, the result of constant growth and targeted investments in assortment, quality and. read more

Rwanda has entered the global fresh produce market with significant ambitions. The country boasts favorable conditions for agriculture, including a suitable climate, soil, and water resources. It offers a diverse selection of fruits and vegetables. Despite these advantages, Rwandan players still lack. read more

A new family-owned flower farm has opened in Ninderry, supplying locally grown, seasonal blooms to the Sunshine Coast. Owned by Treanna and Joel Woods, Woods Goods Flower Farm offers bouquets, DIY flower buckets, and florist-quality wedding arrangements to the community. The couple's love for read more

The Dutch company Van der Lans International has been importing Peruvian pomegranates for around 15 years, and they have observed a growing demand for this fruit every year. "They are not as popular as avocados yet, but people are starting to use them more in dishes or juices," says commercial manager Thijs Terwindt. read more

The Philippines and the United Arab Emirates have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement to enhance market access for goods and services, including agricultural products. The agreement was signed during President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s two-day working visit to the UAE. read more

Gruppo Selex, one of the main players in Organized Modern Distribution in Italy, is showcasing its record-breaking results for its Private Label brand at the 2026 edition of Marca by BolognaFiere & ADM. read more

More than 20 households at Duong Son flower village in Danang city are busy caring for chrysanthemums so they bloom on time for Tet. In the evenings, farmers use small 15 to 20-watt fluorescent bulbs to promote faster growth. Local growers mentioned that chrysanthemum planting started in. read more

According to Agri.bg, a pilot project is currently being conducted on the farm of rose producer Dancho Petkov in Panicherevo. The project aims to test new ecological methods for weed control in organic rose cultivation. The goal is to develop a practical approach to managing weeds without the use of herbicides, which are prohibited in organic farming. read more

Over the past seven days, adverse weather conditions have had a significant impact on the vegetable sector. According to Massimiliano Ceccarini, the general manager of the Italian company Sipo, "The price of parsley has doubled as a result of decreased harvests in Apulia due to poor weather conditions." read more

The blueberry season in northern Morocco has just begun. Despite the weather conditions, the season looks promising and typical, according to Amine Bennani, president of the Moroccan Association of Soft Fruit Producers. Bennani says, "Low temperatures and dark days in Agadir meant that [...]" read more

The presence at Marca 2026 speaks of promises kept for ARANDIS, born two years ago for the management of Gdo (loose and packaged products under the brands: This I have done, Fresh Sense and Workshops of the Earth) and Normal Trade (thanks to the stand among the most important of CAAB, Centro). read more