At a horticultural trade fair in Gorinchem, the Netherlands, Bioline Agrosciences is introducing a new predatory stink bug for biological crop protection. The species, named Podiline and short for Podisus maculiventris, targets various important pests, such as the southern green stink bug. read more

Ostatni wzrost przemocy w różnych regionach Meksyku wywołał obawy społeczne i ekonomiczne. Ostatnio liczne doniesienia medialne podkreśliły incydenty takie jak blokady dróg, ataki na przedsiębiorstwa i operacje bezpieczeństwa w stanach o znaczącym sektorze rolniczym, w tym...

The recent surge in violence across various regions of Mexico has raised social and economic concerns. Recently, multiple media reports have highlighted incidents such as road blockades, attacks on businesses, and security operations in states with prominent agricultural sectors, including... read more

Italy sells more fruit and vegetables abroad, but the economic advantage is decreasing: this is the picture that emerges from the Istat data processed by the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor for the period January-November 2025. In terms of volume, exports grow by 8%, reaching 3.6... read more

Malaysia is expanding its cultivation of onions with support from government agencies, aiming to reduce import dependency by up to 30 percent by 2030. This initiative is part of the country's food security framework. According to the Deputy Secretary-General (Development) of the Ministry of Agriculture, this effort is crucial to enhance Malaysia's self-sufficiency in onion production and reduce reliance on imports. read more

Mangoes and some avocados have resumed shipping after a temporary halt in Mexico on Saturday. This interruption was caused by the killing of Nemesio "El Mencho" Oseguera Cervantes, the leader of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel, by the Mexican army on Sunday. This event led to unrest in Jalisco and other Mexican states. read more

In 2025, Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable exports slowed down in volume but continued to grow in value, as reported by Valenciafruits and various Spanish industry publications. Foreign shipments decreased by 4% compared to 2024, reaching 12 million tons, while the read more

Podravka Agri, a part of Croatia's Podravka food and pharmaceuticals group, is planning to expand its potato production area in 2026 as a result of a cooperation agreement with the domestic chips and snacks producer Kanaan, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

The current weather conditions in the countryside are putting a strain on fennel crops. The continuous rains, in addition to causing direct damage such as browning of the bulbs and the development of leaf diseases, are making the harvest particularly difficult and costly. read more

W tym roku Sun World obchodzi 50 lat w hodowli, a świat hodowli wygląda obecnie bardzo inaczej niż pięćdziesiąt lat temu. "To, co najbardziej się zmieniło, to zakres tego, czego oczekuje się od hodowli," powiedział dyrektor generalny Sun World, Bernardo Calvo, w niedawnym wywiadzie dla FreshPlaza. read more

The Ligurian industrial landscape is undergoing a major reshuffle at the top: Noberasco, a key player in the dried and dried fruit sector, now has a new majority shareholder. As reported by Corriere della Sera, control of the company has passed into the hands of Fürstenberg. read more

Uzbekistan and Serbia have signed cooperation agreements with the goal of enhancing trade and promoting horticulture and seed production in Uzbekistan. These agreements were finalized during a business forum in Tashkent as part of a visit by a Serbian delegation. The Ministry of Agriculture in Uzbekistan was involved in the negotiations. read more

When discussing emissions from food transportation, the key factor is not so much the distance as the mode of transport. Air freight generates the highest CO2 emissions, followed by road transport, while maritime shipping has the lowest climate impact, as noted by EastFruit. There is a trend towards reducing these emissions. read more

Morocco has achieved a new milestone in Brussels sprouts exports, exceeding previous records in 2025, as reported by EastFruit. In the past year, Moroccan exporters sent out 32,600 tons of Brussels sprouts to global markets, bringing in over USD 14 million in revenue. This marks a 10% increase. read more

At Fruit Logistica 2026 in Berlin, sustainable and practical packaging solutions were a key focus in the fruit and vegetable sector. Trade visitors engaged in discussions around efficiency, resource conservation, and process reliability – all of which are shaping the industry. One of the highlights was the certified net-pak® complete system. read more

A new study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association investigated the effects of incorporating fresh fruit into the diets of adults with prediabetes. Researchers aimed to determine whether a daily combination of fruits would have an impact on the health of the one in three Americans, around 98 million people, who are living with prediabetes. read more

India's apple importers are currently experiencing a shortage of Gala apples, according to Vijay Bhatia, the founder of the importing company Mheet International. "The Gala market is currently empty, but demand remains high from wholesalers and traders as Polish stocks dwindle. Italian Red apples are also quickly running low," Bhatia noted. read more

The so-called "specialty beans category" is frequently highlighted in various market reports. With its potential as a meat substitute and protein source, the sky appears to be the limit for this segment. Supermarkets recognize opportunities in the legume category, but many retailers are still facing challenges. read more

Currently, many crates are still filled with pears, but fruit growers Mathijn and Leo van Dijk from Lexmond are already preparing for the new crate-washing season. Several years ago, the brothers developed a mobile storage crate washing unit, which they use to clean crates at growers' locations. read more