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"Fruit Attraction is becoming an increasingly strategic event for our sector and for the Alegra Group. The numbers speak for themselves: over 2,500 exhibitors, more than 70,000 square meters of exhibition space, and an expected attendance of 120,000 professionals from 150 countries. Madrid confirms itself as a hub." read more

Lovita®, the heart-shaped red-fleshed plum, entered its 6th marketing season on September 1st, 2025, with particularly favorable market conditions. Positioned in the late market, Lovita benefits from an ideal window of opportunity this year, as production in other European countries was read more

The Italian pear industry is currently going through a significant transformation. The traditional specialized regions in Northern Italy are facing a decrease in production due to urgent phytosanitary challenges. On the other hand, Southern Italy is becoming a new center for growth and innovation, drawing in new opportunities. read more

A new feasibility report has uncovered a growing opportunity to combine two of Virginia's focus sectors - data centers and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) - through strategic colocation. The report was published by the non-profit Resource Innovation Institute (RII) in collaboration with the. read more

The new kiwi season opens with a dynamic tone, with early harvests and already quite strong price requests in the countryside. Marco De Nadai, an operator specialized in exports and marketing and communication manager of the Kiwi Passion Consortium, is telling the story. read more

After years of decline, fruit and vegetable sales are once again growing in Italy. In the first half of the year, sales increased by 5.7% for vegetables and 4.3% for fruit compared to the same period in 2023. However, this is a recovery that is not yet fully complete. read more

Calavo Growers, Inc. has reported financial results for the third fiscal quarter and nine-month period ended July 31, 2025. The company, listed on Nasdaq as CVGW, operates in fresh produce, including avocados, tomatoes, and papayas, as well as prepared avocado products. Third-quarter net sales amounted to ... read more

The trading of Tsechelidis' variety fruits, which started in mid-August, is sparking strong reactions among Greek kiwi businesses. According to Mr. Nikos Tsiakidis, the director of the Episkopi Agricultural Cooperative in Macedonia, these fruits do not meet any of the necessary quality standards. "The... read more

Organic agriculture remains popular in Spain, Italy, and Portugal, with Spain being more of a producer than a consumer. Conventional production techniques are gradually aligning with organic practices due to the requirements of the Common Agricultural Policy and supermarkets. read more

Over 530 million cut flowers pass through Veiling Rhein-Maas each year. At the heart of this impressive figure is a seemingly simple yet essential detail: a clean bucket. Maintaining high levels of hygiene ensures that the flowers stay fresh and the processes remain reliable. For over 25 years, the auction has depended on this system. read more

The anniversary edition of the National Young Growers' Day took place last Friday at Edens Plants & Creations in Wezep, the Netherlands, and it turned out to be a real success. According to one of the organizers, Christiaan Rietberg, it was "a fantastic day" with a strong turnout and plenty of excitement. read more

Argentina's blueberry season has started, with a focus on Tucumán and Concordia, and is projected to last until December. Nevertheless, the industry is encountering a major challenge this season: competing with countries that have access to advanced genetics and higher levels of investment. According to Alejandro... read more

Chiquita kicks off the month of September with a series of initiatives designed for back-to-school season, confirming Chiquita bananas as Likely The Best Snack Ever: tasty, healthy, convenient, and suitable for any occasion. read more

181 firms and procurement delegations from 20 different countries will participate in the PSB Anatolia Fair, scheduled to be held in Sapanca Kirkpinar from September 10 to 13. The expo is expected to attract over 30,000 attendees and will showcase thousands of ornamental products. read more

Since last week, demand in the mushroom market has started to rise again. "It was a quiet summer," explains Michel Lesage of Lesage Champignons. "During the summer, it's always a bit slower. People are on vacation and, despite my disagreement, mushrooms are still too often perceived as a winter product. read more

Citronex is a family-owned company that already has ripening facilities in Poland, Romania, and Hungary, and is now expanding into Western markets. Marek Szulc, the COO of Citronex, has high ambitions for the new facility: "The new ripening facility is being built in Zele, Belgium. read more

The vote of the Agriculture Committee of the European Parliament strengthens the position of farmers in the food supply chain, in a situation where for every euro spent by consumers on processed products, only 6 cents end up in the pockets of agricultural companies. read more

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Belarus is looking to enhance its flower production industry with the assistance of Chinese investors. President Alexander Lukashenko extended an invitation to Chinese companies during his visit to Beijing to establish greenhouse complexes for growing roses, orchids, chrysanthemums, and various other flowers. read more