Nowe dane dotyczące sprzedaży brytyjskich jabłek do supermarketów w Wielkiej Brytanii w lutym 2026 roku pokazują wyraźną różnicę między sprzedawcami detalicznymi pod względem tego, jak silnie wspierają krajowe owoce w stosunku do udziału w rynku spożywczym. Pod względem całkowitej ilości, Aldi zakupiło największą ilość brytyjskich jabłek od BAPL. read more

Contrary to industry reports of an early harvest, the current production of fresh peas by the Lonigro Group of Noicattaro (Bari) is delayed due to climatic and management factors. The core of the company's strategy lies in the Utrillo variety, a native product characterized by excellent traits. read more

Yesterday, the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, and the President of the Swiss Confederation, Guy Parmelin, signed a comprehensive package of agreements with the aim of enhancing and broadening relations between the EU and Switzerland. Switzerland is the second-largest non-EU. read more

Eskalujące napięcia na Bliskim Wschodzie zakłócają trasy żeglugowe i lotnicze, wpływając na eksport owoców i warzyw z kilku regionów produkcyjnych dostarczających towary na rynki Zatoki Perskiej. Żeglugi przez Cieśninę Ormuz między Iranem a Omanem znacznie zwolniły, ponieważ statki unikają obszaru po. read more

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UK: Lidl and Waitrose among top performers as grocery price inflation rises for the first time in four months. The latest data from Worldpanel by Numerator reveals that take-home sales at leading UK grocers grew by 3.4% in the four weeks up to 22nd February, slightly lower than the 3.8% growth reported previously. read more

In large-scale ornamental production, genetics determine the profit margin. Compactness, timing, and labor efficiency are not choices but essential operational requirements. In his horticultural business in Germany, Michael Hommes produces in less than five hectares of foil and glasshouses and six hectares outdoors. read more

In the aftermath of the Gulf war outbreak, the fresh produce trade in the United Arab Emirates is experiencing logistical disruptions due to its heavy reliance on imports. Air freight services have been suspended, resulting in longer transit times. Despite this, the Emirati trade sector… read more

Stijn Baan has been leading Koppert Cress for a little over a year, having taken over in October 2024 from his father, Rob, who had been at the helm of the Dutch family business for 25 years. For Stijn, who previously served as the commercial director, this role involves upholding a distinct mission: ongoing innovation in flavor, quality, and. read more

Yesterday in Verona, at SOL Expo, the event dedicated to olive oil, a discussion was sparked on the value of PDO and PGI in the Italian market, focusing on economic importance, protection of agri-food identity, and the ability to generate benefits for the territories. A topic that goes far beyond just read more

Since last week, the first greenhouse asparagus have been available at Aspergebedrijf Nooyens. "Things are looking good at the moment. In the greenhouse, they always do, because you are far less sensitive to weather fluctuations than outdoors. In general, volumes are still relatively limited. read more

Researchers at Embrapa have sequenced, for the first time in Brazil, the genome of Fusarium oxysporum f. sp. cyclaminis (Focy), the fungus responsible for fusarium wilt in cyclamen. This scientific achievement enhances disease control strategies for a pathogen that, in 2023, affected more than... read more

Climate change is no longer a distant risk for the fruit and vegetable sector. It is increasingly shaping global fresh produce markets. Extreme heat, drought, erratic rainfall, and unexpected spring frosts are affecting production, prices, and trade flows, according to EastFruit analysts. read more

The citrus season in Spain is currently experiencing a decline in orange and mandarin sales due to increased competition from imports from third countries in European markets. "During the initial part of the season, leading up to January, many growing areas in the Valencian region saw consistent rainfall. read more

The Court of Cassation, with a ruling published a few days ago, confirmed the civil liability of a producer and a plant nursery in the province of Ragusa for the unauthorized reproduction and commercialization of tomato varieties protected by a European patent. read more

A grower in Hampshire has started harvesting asparagus about six weeks earlier than the usual UK season by using covered tunnels and recycled coconut husk fiber as a growing medium. New Forest Fruit is now producing large quantities of asparagus commercially by utilizing coir, a natural fiber obtained from coconut husks. read more

On Saturday, February 28, in Chynow, the General Meeting of the Strawberry Growers Association took place, combined with a training session. During the meeting, new authorities of the organization were elected, and key issues regarding, among others, employing foreign workers were discussed. read more

The Agricultural Cooperative OrtoRomiril promotes the Pausa Pranzo line, which offers fresh salads prepared with first-choice vegetables from a short and controlled supply chain - sourced from the 50 member farms of the Cooperative - and with selected high-quality ingredients; dressed with read more

Abrafrutas is celebrating its tenth anniversary as Brazil's leading association of fruit and vegetable growers and exporters, serving as the official representative of the sector in global markets. "Abrafrutas is an association of growers and exporters," said its director, Eduardo Brandão. read more

Iran has imposed a nationwide ban on the export of all food and agricultural products starting March 3, as reported by the Iranian Export Confederation. The ban has been communicated to all customs authorities across the country, and no timeline has been provided for its removal. read more