As plant health risks continue to reshape global horticulture, introducing Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV)-resistant varieties is a major step forward for growers. This December, Hazera officially introduces its latest ToBRFV IR tomato varieties to Southeast Europe, delivering the read more

Amerykańskie rolnictwo nadal boryka się z presją kosztów związaną z polityką handlową i dostępnością siły roboczej. Cła wprowadzone za kadencji prezydenta Donalda Trumpa zwiększyły koszty produkcji rolniczej o ponad 33 miliardy dolarów w 2025 roku, według raportu z grudnia North Dakota State University's Agricultural Trade. read more

When Verte Tower joined the UNICEF StartUp Lab, the Ghanaian agritech company already had a functioning solution but required guidance on the next steps. Six months down the line, the team reports that the accelerator program assisted them in clarifying how their solar-powered vertical farming systems integrate into actual food systems. read more

We are approaching the last moment for Christmas shopping. There are queues in the stores, but instead of sweets, maybe it's worth considering a healthier snack in the form of berries? There is no shortage of them on the store shelves, and in some places, we can buy them at interesting promotions. read more

Ethiopia's horticulture sector has the potential for significant progress if the Ministry of Agriculture implements a geospatial planning tool akin to the Manufacturing Industry Resource Atlas recently developed in the country. This perspective is shared by Mekonnen Solomon, Senior Staff and Horticulture Export… read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Qatar Fund for Development (QFFD) have signed a $10 million agreement to support rural communities affected by potential contamination of agricultural land with mines and explosive remnants of war in Ukraine, EastFruit. read more

Minister of Agriculture has confirmed that the EU Fruit and Vegetable Aid Scheme, which included funding for Producer Organizations (POs), will be permanently closed by the end of 2025. read more

Miami-based tropical fruit grower and importer Tierra Suelta has reported that "plentiful volumes" of premium dragon fruit are now available for retail promotions. read more

Spanish strawberry breeder El Pinar has acquired Greek producer Kyriazis Strawberries as part of its ongoing expansion strategy. This acquisition strengthens the group's presence in the Eastern Mediterranean and allows for the development of Greek production for Northern and Eastern Europe. read more

Ecuador has confirmed the presence of the Fusarium Wilt Tropical Race 4 (TR4) fungus on a banana farm in the province of El Oro. The plant health authority Agrocalidad made the announcement on December 18 after completing laboratory analyses. read more

Podczas niedawnej podróży do Indii mieliśmy okazję zobaczyć na własne oczy, jak szybko rośnie zainteresowanie komercyjną produkcją borówki. read more

The January/February 2026 edition of Asiafruit Magazine is now available to subscribers on the Asiafruit app – Apple, Android and desktop – bringing you the latest news and views from across Asia’s fast-moving fresh produce markets. read more

Chairman of the Covent Garden Tenants Association, Gary Marshall, visited Melbourne Market in December to discuss with his Australian counterparts the opportunities and challenges that the wholesale market sector is facing. read more

Las clementinas españolas formaban la base de la gama. Además, también estaban disponibles ofertas italianas, en su mayoría con hojas. Algunas importaciones de Marruecos, Turquía, Grecia y Portugal completaban la selección. La clementina Mioro del Algarve portugués impresionaba por su sabor dulce y aromático. read more

Po latach stałego wzrostu, napędzanego zwiększającym się udziałem w rynku i rosnącym globalnym popytem na oświetlenie LED do uprawy roślin, MechaTronix podejmuje kolejny krok w kierunku przyszłości. W sezonie 2024–2025 firma podjęła swoje pierwsze konkretne kroki na rynku północnoamerykańskim, wprowadzając własną firmę. read more

Fruchtwelt Bodensee offers an exciting exchange between practice, research, and politics from February 20 to 22, 2026, at the Friedrichshafen Exhibition Center for all representatives of the fruit-growing and agricultural sectors as well as the distillery industry. In the presence of State. read more

The global pomegranate market is currently experiencing a season influenced by weather-related volume reductions in certain Mediterranean regions. This loss is being balanced out in some areas by better fruit sizes, steady demand, and an increasing significance of processing channels. In Europe, there is a decreased supply from Italy and Spain, read more

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"Około 20 000 rolników z 25 krajów europejskich zebrało się przed Komisją Europejską i Parlamentem w Brukseli w czwartek. Zorganizowany przez Copa-Cogeca, protest domagał się niezależnego budżetu dla Wspólnej Polityki Rolnej (CAP) i uczciwej konkurencji dla producentów europejskich." read more

Penny has named new CEOs in the Czech Republic and Italy. In the Czech Republic, Draško Lazović has been appointed as the new general manager, replacing Florian Naegele who has left REWE Group. Meanwhile, REWE Group has announced that Arnd Riehl, who is currently in charge of human resources at REWE International Services, - read more

Nature's Pride, a European company specializing in exotic fruits and vegetables, has been at the forefront of advocating for responsible water usage in the areas where its products are cultivated. The company emphasizes the importance of collective efforts and collaborates with partners across the supply chain to make a positive impact… read more