Fabian Brinker, owner and managing director of the company bearing his name in Neuenkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, states that the citrus market is currently going through a transitional phase. "The overseas campaign concluded with the final shipment of Tango clementines from South Africa in week..." read more

The data released by Istat regarding retail sales in October show a slight year-on-year increase in value of +1.3%, with a volume data of 0%. read more

Woodlark Nurseries, operated by Graeme Edwards and his father Colin, supplies national and local garden centers such as Squires, Garsons Farm, and Chessington. A substantial investment, in the five-figure range, from the Surrey Economic Growth Fund is enabling them to expand their production area, doubling its size. read more

Maroko nadal zwiększa eksport papryki słodkiej, ustanawiając nowe rekordy po raz piąty z rzędu w kolejnym roku marketingowym, informuje EastFruit. read more

Apple prices showed mixed movements this week across key varieties, with several seeing modest increases while others recorded slight declines. Egremont Russet posted the strongest rise, with the average price moving from £1.41 to £1.48 per kilogram, a 5 percent increase. Doyenne du Comice. read more

Agriculture Victoria has released new biosecurity guidelines for the transportation of vegetable crops that are hosts or carriers of Tomato potato psyllid (TPP) to other states in Australia. These guidelines have been updated in response to evolving interstate quarantine regulations and accreditation processes. read more

India's pear market has experienced an exceptionally slow season this year, despite adequate supply from primary sources, according to Yogesh Rathod, Director of fresh produce importer NovaFresco. "The market has remained sluggish, primarily due to Chinese pears capturing a significant portion of the local demand. As a result, Controlled… read more

South African stonefruit exporters are waiting for the final details to be sorted out before they can start shipping to China for the first time. This is particularly important for prunes, as the orchards for prunes have been decreasing due to the decrease in drying and juicing opportunities. Developing a market for fresh fruit in China could be a game-changer for them. read more

The mild temperatures will continue this week, with average values around 9°C across the entire peninsula, as already recorded in recent days, despite the start of meteorological winter. The climate will also be warmer compared to 2024, and this will be even more evident. read more

Selecta One is launching IPM 2026 with a new and improved exhibition presence. Spanning 220 m², the company will showcase its approach to variety development, product innovations, and marketing strategies. Visitors can look forward to a blend of new products, well-established varieties, and more. read more

For Paul den Ouden, the construction of a completely new factory for organic fertilizer granules in Vietnam feels like a true milestone in the history of the family business. Together with his colleague Rob van de Laar, he will soon travel to Southeast Asia to build a new production site. read more