During our visit to Slovakia in October, we visited the Slovberry farm, where they are implementing the EZvent blocked tunnel system with automatic ventilation (Haygrove). We learned about the reasons for this investment, the effects in the first season, and practical aspects of it. read more

Accompanying nature through a varietal selection that evolves throughout the season, ensuring taste, juiciness, and balance at the optimal ripening moment. Elorina is the new brand of Op BioSikelia that brings to the market an organic blonde orange designed to express. read more

During the Hobaho Days in the Netherlands, Ron Kloos, Managing Director of Decorum Plants & Flowers, and Patrick van der Gulik, owner of Van der Gulik B.V., represented Decorum. The event gathered traders and growers, with a significant presence from the tulip sector and a clear focus on. read more

I am returning to Bologna for the multinational company that is a leader in the paper-based packaging sector. Among the news is the new Fresko Box, tested for shipping premium food items at controlled temperatures. There are also several process innovations, such as Design2Market, for collaborative design projects. read more

According to the 2024/2025 report by the Andalusian Government, Andalusia produces approximately 32% of the EU's blueberries, making Spain the second-largest producer after Poland at 33.7%. The report highlights the strategic significance of blueberry production to Andalusian agriculture, particularly in Huelva. Nearly all of Andalusia's blueberry production is aimed at export markets. read more

Malaysia's durian exports maintained stable volumes in 2025, according to Huongyi Hwang of Top Fruit Sdn Bhd, a Malaysian fruit grower. However, there was pressure on the value of the exports. "Shipment volumes were generally consistent with those of 2024, but revenue growth did not increase at the same rate." Hwang added, "The season progressed as usual, with the main fresh exports coming from." read more

Grupo Mas, a food distribution company operating in Andalusia and Extremadura, has partnered with the Malaga-based family business Maskom supermarkets. Together, they are creating a major distribution group fully owned by Andalusian capital. The resulting group is strengthening its role as an important player in the regional market. read more

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