The Atlantic disturbances continue to knock on the door, and after last week's bad weather, Italy will have to deal with adverse weather conditions in the coming days as well. Starting from today, a new disturbance will reach the country, bringing widespread rain and showers. read more

In the summer of last year, early pre-harvest forecasts indicated a larger apple crop compared to the previous season. As supply exceeded demand during the 2024/2025 season, the increase in production prompted many marketers and retailers to create aggressive fall promotional programs. read more

"Każda pora roku ma swoje własne wyzwania," zauważa Jacques Jordaan, menedżer Stowarzyszenia Producentów Owoców Konserwowych i Suszonych Drzew Owocowych, "i tam, gdzie obecnie się znajdujemy, z pewnością jest to efekt uboczny suchych i gorących warunków, taryf USA i geopolitycznej nieprzewidywalności, rynków." read more

Edenya is the name of the new botanical greenhouse at Pairi Daiza in Belgium. With a ground surface of 40,000 m² and a height of 25 metres, Edenya is described as the largest tropical greenhouse in the world. The structure will become home to a wide range of plants as well as several animals. read more

Italian agrifood companies interested in expanding into Sub-Saharan Africa can now utilize the resources provided by the Italian Agrifood Technology for Africa project. The project was introduced at the Fruit Logistica fair at the Kenya stand, where several network representatives were present. This event reiterated... read more

During the next edition of the TSW Fruit and Vegetable Trade Fair, tunnel and protective technology manufacturers strongly emphasized the role of automation. In the prepared material, we talk to representatives of Haygrove, who had a very successful season of implementation. read more

The national apple harvest for the 2025/2026 season was officially opened in Vacaria, in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, marking the start of a cycle characterized by a recovery in production volumes and consistent fruit quality. The opening took place in an orchard belonging to Rasip Agro. read more

Jean-Claude Müller, the president of the Lëtzebuerger Landesuebstbauveräin, Luxembourg's National Fruit Growers' Association, has dismissed allegations that apples are harmful to children's health. He emphasized that the pesticide residues found are minimal, regulated, and fall within safety standards. read more

Badanie Agricultural Research Service (ARS) w East Lansing, MI, we współpracy z Michigan State University, opracowało nowego robota dwuręcznego do zbioru, który ma zwiększyć efektywność zbioru owoców oraz obniżyć koszty. read more

The prevalence of dominant Spanish cucumbers had improved in certain regions due to enhanced growing conditions, but it was still relatively limited. Consequently, the high ratings frequently remained unchanged. Nevertheless, in some areas, Spanish products were either undersized or their quality was lacking. read more

W coraz bardziej zróżnicowanym i konkurencyjnym rynku jabłek, smak i klarowność oferty stają się kluczowymi czynnikami różnicującymi. Ten trend został zauważony przez Alice Giannola, kierownika projektu, dział marketingu w firmie Innatis Group. Zauważyła rosnące zapotrzebowanie konsumentów na… read more

The National Agency for Food Safety, ANSA of Moldova, has announced that fees for issuing phytosanitary certificates for export and re-export of agricultural products will be abolished starting February 5, 2026, according to Logos Press. The decision follows the enactment of Law No 227/2025. read more

[Editor's note: This article was written at the end of December 2025 and initially published in the international edition of Primeur magazine dedicated to Fruit Logistica 2026. Changes have since occurred in the 2025/2026 season for Egyptian oranges. Exporters have encountered surprisingly weak...] read more

While systems are being modernized rapidly, strategies involving people are not keeping pace. Transporting a flower from the farm to a vase without losing its freshness requires precise logistical coordination. And when that flower is just one of many tonnes being shipped to stores, florists, and fulfillment centers ahead of time, it becomes even more challenging. read more

From the Fruit Logistica 2026 stand to the catwalks of Milan Fashion Week: Pink Lady unveils its new positioning strategy. At the heart of it, an exclusive collaboration "Apple Crush" with the brand Gcds and a multisensory campaign that has led to an organic growth in volumes. read more

The effects of the Harry storm on various fruit and vegetable productions are still being felt, with damages, decreased quantities, and lower quality, along with rain and frosts. Oranges, artichokes, and eggplants are particularly affected. There is a high demand for strawberries ahead of Valentine's Day. read more

In recent weeks, zucchini has returned to the center of price tensions, due to unstable weather conditions that have reduced availability: a "structural" fragility for a vegetable very sensitive to temperature fluctuations. But if we broaden our view to the medium term, some signals emerge. read more

GB Potatoes has confirmed that their efforts to secure emergency approval for the ongoing use of mancozeb on potato crops have been unsuccessful. Mancozeb, a fungicide primarily used to protect potatoes from blight, was discontinued in the UK at the end of the 2025 growing season. read more

W ostatnim roku Stany Zjednoczone zużyły około 99 000 ton kłącza imbiru. Ten produkt, często błędnie nazywany "korzeniem imbiru", jest powszechnie stosowany w żywności i napojach, w tym w potrawach smażonych, cukierkach, curry, herbatach i suplementach. Produkcja imbiru jest skoncentrowana głównie w strefie tropikalnej. read more

Brio (a company within the Alegra Group specialized in organic fruits and vegetables) and Alce Nero renew their historic collaboration in the spirit of growth and continuity. A new five-year agreement has been signed, confirming Brio as the exclusive licensee for fruit and vegetables. read more