Kolejne 50 przypadków zostało dodanych do wielokrajowego wybuchu zakażeń salmonellą w Europie i Stanach Zjednoczonych, co zwiększa całkowitą liczbę dotkniętych osób do ponad 300. Między styczniem 2023 a wrześniem 2025 roku zgłoszono 289 potwierdzonych przypadków zakażenia salmonellą Strathcona w 16 krajach europejskich. read more

Sven Hoping is responsible for the TEKU division at plastics specialist Pöppelmann in Lohne, which specializes in plastic products for professional horticulture. In this interview, he talks about the importance of on-time delivery, inventory levels, investments in new products, and future-proofing. read more

In 2023, Ghana exported 75,000 tons of bananas to the European Union, generating revenue of US$52.47 million. The main destinations for these shipments were France, the United Kingdom, and Italy. This information comes from the Ghana Statistical Service and DG AGRI. Ghana cultivates around 9,239 hectares of dessert bananas. read more

Lekkewaan, a South African company specializing in battery-powered agricultural and leisure vehicles, has expanded its product line and regional presence since first entering the market six years ago. The company, which designs vehicles for durability, efficiency, and affordability, reports that read more

A unique chance to purchase a modern 62-acre greenhouse facility designed specifically for deepwater lettuce and high-wire vine crop production. Skip the 18-24-month construction and permitting process. This is one of the few fully operational large-scale greenhouse assets currently on the market in the U.S. read more

While there is a lot of talk about the role of sustainability these days, especially in packaging, where do things currently stand? Michael Delano from the Columbia Packaging Group provides some insights into the current status of sustainable packaging in the produce industry. One major trend is the preference for less packaging. read more

According to research conducted by the National Pineapple Project, a part of the National Institute for Agricultural and Forestry Innovation (INIAF), the use of gamma irradiation can prolong the post-harvest shelf life of pineapples by more than 15 days. The study specifically examined the MD2 variety and assessed the effectiveness of this technology. read more

Peru anticipates a notable rise in organic blueberry production and fresh opportunities in Asia for this product in the upcoming season. However, the avocado market is experiencing a tougher situation, as prices are being impacted by oversupply and competition from alternative sources. Europe continues to be the primary market. read more

Vineyard management is constantly evolving, with increasing challenges related to sustainability, rising costs, and the need to maintain high-quality production. In this scenario, BFM Italy brings a concrete revolution: the first electric topper designed for vineyards. This is not just a. read more

This year, Elite Foods is once again offering the Red Egg tomato in its range. This mini tomato on the vine, marketed through an exclusive partnership with The Greenery, was added to the Belgian exporter's portfolio last year. However, business manager Tuncer Akarca now sees a growing demand for it. read more

Week after week, the 2025/26 apple and pear campaign is taking shape, and to gather initial insights, we visited the Milan Wholesale Market, where Luca Crotti from Salvi Srl provided an initial overview. "We have been working with Gala apples for about a month now," he says, "and so far I have seen...". read more

Holland: Sprzedaż żywności ekologicznej wzrosła nieznacznie w pierwszej połowie 2025 roku. Udział sprzedaży żywności ekologicznej w pierwszej połowie 2025 roku wyniósł 3,5% całkowitej wydatków na żywność w holenderskich supermarketach (820 mln euro). Informację tę podaje Holenderskie Biuro Statystyczne (CBS) na podstawie BioMarktMeter i Zrównoważonej Żywności. read more

VentureFruit has chosen Joy Wing Mau as its exclusive growing and sales partner for TUTTI™ apples in China. According to the agreement, Joy Wing Mau will cultivate 300 hectares of this apple variety, which has been specifically developed to thrive in hot climates, and will be responsible for distributing the fruit throughout the Chinese market. read more

Vietnam's lychee exports have reached record levels this year, generating US$80 million in the first seven months, more than triple the value of the same period in 2024. Customs data show that July alone accounted for nearly US$35 million, a 20-fold increase compared to last year. China remained the main importer. read more

The plum offer is wide, the new Gala apple productions are starting, both from the plain and mountain areas, with the first harvests of plain Golden Delicious apples. The tomato sector globally records a decrease of over 2%. The demand for pumpkins is not yet at full capacity. Prices are in. read more

From September 30th to October 2nd, ILIP will be a key player at Fruit Attraction 2025 (Madrid, Stand B21 - Pavilion 9), showcasing the latest innovations in fresh fruit and vegetable packaging and reaffirming its commitment to sustainability and the circular economy. At the center of read more

The Rojo Brillante kaki harvest is just around the corner in Spain, and production is expected to be greater than last season, when it was significantly reduced due to adverse weather conditions. "Our Rojo Brillante kaki season will start in week 38. Thanks to tests and trials carried out in the read more

The UK-Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC) has organized the Grand Challenge Pitch Day to showcase startups that are developing innovations for Ghana's agricultural sector. This event is a continuation of the Grand Challenge Program Launch and Innovation Workshops that took place in March 2025. Adjoba Kyiamah serves as the Executive Director. read more

One of Ukraine's vegetable farms, SFH Eldorado, is increasing its emphasis on potato production, especially seed material. Farm manager Yuriy Antropov stated that the company used to supply significant amounts for its own use and for chip manufacturers. However, due to market instability, read more

"Despite the cool spring weather and some drizzle after two years of extreme drought, Siccagno tomatoes have been affected by a few issues as well, even though they are grown using dryland farming techniques and are well known for their resistance to water shortages." read more