The European Potato Processors’ Association (EUPPA) has published its Facts and Figures for 2025, outlining the scale and structure of Europe’s potato processing sector. According to the data, EUPPA members account for more than 90 percent of Europe’s processed potato market.
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Moldova remains the top purchaser of Ukrainian tomatoes in 2025.
2026-02-09 00:00
W 2025 roku Mołdawia stanowiła 61,5% eksportu pomidorów Ukrainy, informuje Logos Press. Polska i Rumunia były innymi czołowymi importerami, z udziałami wynoszącymi odpowiednio 34,1% i 1,1%. Udział Mołdawii w eksporcie pomidorów Ukrainy zmniejszył się w porównaniu z 2024 rokiem, kiedy wynosił 86%.
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Transition in highbush blueberry production technology
2026-02-09 00:00
During the TSW 16 trade fair, ProBerry company presented their BerryShield system, which involves a complete departure from agrotextile in favor of herbicidal protection mounted around the plant. This solution simultaneously affects weed control strategy and system health.
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The 42nd Indian Rose Convention was held in Kolkata.
2026-02-09 00:00
Kolkata has emerged as a national focal point for floriculture as the Bengal Rose Society hosted the 42nd Indian Rose Convention and All India Rose Show from 3-5 January at Lions Safari Park. Organised under the aegis of the Indian Rose Federation, the convention highlighted Bengal's historic and...
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The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is planning to discontinue its produce inspection services.
2026-02-09 00:00
The rola of the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is to safeguard Canada's food supply. This includes ensuring food safety by identifying contamination to prevent foodborne illnesses, ensuring regulatory compliance, accurate labeling, and traceability in the supply chain. One of their divisions, the...
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Genetic breeding program origins revealed in Berlin.
2026-02-09 00:00
Camposol introduced Origen, its new genetic breeding program, at Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin. The company characterized the launch as a key component of its extended development strategy, merging its agricultural expertise with scientific and technological methods to bolster future growth.
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USA: Wzmożony popyt walentynkowy zwiększa import kwiatów przez Miami pomimo wyższych kosztów
2026-02-09 00:00
Wraz z nadchodzącym Dniem Zakochanych Miami International Airport obsługuje gwałtowny wzrost przesyłek kwiatowych, pomimo że wyższe taryfy i podwyżki płac zwiększają koszty importerów i nabywców, oświadczyli urzędnicy USA. Amerykańska Służba Celna i Ochrony Granic szacuje, że blisko 990 milionów łodyg kwiatów.
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Casino Group has announced a significant partnership with SPAR International for major development opportunities.
2026-02-09 00:00
UK: Tesco unveils store expansion plans for 2026, incorporating five former Amazon Fresh sites. Tesco stated: "The supermarket launched 60 new Express stores in 2025 and aims to open over 70 additional Express stores by March 2027. Tesco's expansion has been driven by the purchase of five..."
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Banana: unstoppable growth
2026-02-09 00:00
In the last week of January, the sales value of Lcc fruits and vegetables started to grow again after a slowdown in the previous week. The increase in revenue is mainly driven by the rise in the average mix price, while volumes remain stable.
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Greenhouse development is growing across Africa as farmers look for more dependable production systems that can adapt to various climates, infrastructure limitations, and operational capabilities. GreenCon, a company based in Zimbabwe, has been operating on the continent for over thirty years since its establishment.
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Australia-EU trade negotiations are causing worries among farmers regarding access to markets.
2026-02-09 00:00
Wznowione negocjacje w Brukseli w tym tygodniu dotyczące potencjalnej Umowy o Wolnym Handlu między Australią a Unią Europejską, australijskie ciało reprezentujące rolnictwo ponownie wyraziło obawy dotyczące dostępu do rynków rolnych. Minister Handlu Don Farrell powiedział w zeszłym tygodniu parlamentowi, że "jakakolwiek umowa wymagałaby lepszej oferty".
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During the severe winter in the Yellow River Delta, Xing Yan, a resident of the Yellow River estuary, finds solace in the warmth of his home where orchids flourish. This comfort is not derived from a boiler, but rather from utilizing geothermal energy from deep within the Earth. Xing resides in Niuzhuang Township in Dongying.
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Impressions from the stands at Fruit Logistica 2026
2026-02-09 00:00
Sub-zero temperatures and airport blocked, if the first element refers to the glory days of the past Fruit Logistica, the second is a snapshot of how German efficiency has dissolved in the face of a problem that has caused many issues for those who had to arrive and depart from Berlin.
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Brazilian nuts are making their way into the Turkish market.
2026-02-09 00:00
The rząd brazylijski zakończył negocjacje z władzami tureckimi, które umożliwią eksport orzechów brazylijskich, zarówno w skorupie, jak i przetworzonych, do Turcji. Umowa otwiera nowy cel dla produktu i dodaje się do niedawnej aktywności dotyczącej dostępu do rynku w Brazylii. Orzechy brazylijskie są zbierane poprzez...
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"For just a few cents less, some stores prefer Belgian endives."
2026-02-09 00:00
A 5kg case of Belgian endives was advertised for €7 [8.26 USD] at an E.Leclerc store in the Hauts-de-France region, right in the midst of the French endive season, causing discomfort within the sector. "Some stores do not highlight the French origin." This comes at a time when French endive producers are...
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Visitors of the leading global fruit trade fair in Berlin voted for POMPUR, a brand of apples developed for a specific target group, and for the highly effective agricultural drone L50 Drone.
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"Varietal adaptation is crucial to stay competitive in the global blackberry markets"
2026-02-09 00:00
Berryum is a specialized varietal improvement program focused on berries, drawing from experience gained in blackberry production. Its goal is to develop varieties that can address the productivity, phytosanitary, and commercial challenges of the international market. "Through systematic trials...
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Raspberries are becoming a significant crop in Peru's drive to diversify its fruit production. Agromercado, an organization associated with the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri), emphasized this during the webinar "Commercial trends of raspberry cultivation in Peru."
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Create launches a new impulse for organic products: the vegetable greenhouse in Monsampolo inaugurated.
2026-02-09 00:00
"Advancing research and innovation in the field of biotechnology, as we are doing with the national organic seeds plan and the highly technological greenhouse inaugurated today, means maintaining our European leadership and investing in an increasingly eco-sustainable future."
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The Texas produce industry has issued a statement regarding the announcement of the 1944 Water Treaty.
2026-02-09 00:00
The Texas International Produce Association (TIPA), Texas Citrus Mutual (TCM), and Texas Vegetable Association (TVA) have released a statement following last week's announcement of the 1944 Water Treaty: "For too long, Mexico has been allowed to disregard its obligation to annually deliver water to the.
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