The new organic produce season has started again in Belgium in recent weeks. "We started at the end of July or beginning of August. We always aim to have the first leeks ready around this time, as demand from retailers increases and we can begin our programs," says organic grower Pieter. read more

Maintaining quality during longer transits has become a major challenge for Chilean exports. The solution depends not only on the type of packaging but also on combining high-performance preservation methods, specialized technical support, and sustainable materials to ensure the fruit arrives at its destination in optimal condition. read more

Sweet, fragrant, and unique: the Pescabivona IGP is not just a peach, but the result of a valorization process that has transformed a local product into an ambassador of Sicilian excellence throughout Italy. Thanks to the commitment of producers and the strategy of companies like Parlapiano. read more

In the 2025/2026 season, Spain anticipates a decrease in Spring garlic production as a result of the impact of spring rains. Similarly, Morado garlic production is also expected to decline due to the intense heat experienced since mid-May. "Due to the spring rains, I believe our Spring garlic production per hectare will be lower." read more

The False Codling Moth (FCM) has become a widespread pest in Kenya's horticultural export industry. In the past, many growers used chemical sprays to control this pest. However, due to EU regulations, Kenya had to adopt a Systems Approach for roses. Hamish Ker, CEO of read more

Australian-grown produce will be showcased at Asia Fruit Logistica (AFL) 2025, with Hort Innovation coordinating the national representation. The event, taking place from 3 to 5 September at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, is considered Asia's premier international trade exhibition for fresh fruit and vegetables. read more

The Tropea onion, a product that has conquered national and international markets for years, thanks to extraordinary effort and excessive investments from producers and packagers, has been experiencing situations bordering on the absurd for days. It is certainly the most read more

Sezon eksportowy słodkich ziemniaków egipskich jest teraz w pełni rozpoczęty: "Otrzymaliśmy nasze pierwsze dostawy już w czerwcu. Początkowo ceny były wysokie i stabilne; ze względu na presję ilościową i spowolniony popyt, ceny teraz wracają do poziomu sezonowego, prawie podobnego do tego samego okresu w zeszłym roku. read more

On Tuesday, August 26, the Agrion Foundation organized a meeting dedicated to Glomerella of apple trees, an emerging disease recently detected in Piedmont and in all apple-growing areas of Northern Italy. The event was organized as part of the SERIA Project, an initiative funded by read more

Irish shoppers take 37 minutes to do the "big shop" - new research reveals

New research has revealed that Irish shoppers spend an average of 37 minutes doing their "big shop" every week. The research, conducted by Bounce Insights on behalf of ALDI Ireland, surveyed more than 1,000 people. read more

Field-scale vegetable production is commonly linked to the eastern part of Ireland, but in County Cork, Castlecor Potatoes in Mallow cultivates a significant amount of onions alongside its primary potato crop. The company grows both winter and autumn crops, with the latter currently being harvested. read more

The school holidays, both in the Netherlands and abroad, are just about over, and everyday life is slowly getting back to normal. In the trade, we like to call this period "The Rentree." With the return to routine, demand at the auction clocks is rising again, and prices are looking much read more

In recent fruit markets, the prices of South African Gala apples have surged significantly due to supply shortages. Xinjiang plums have also experienced price hikes as arrivals decrease. Meanwhile, seasonal fruits for the Mid-Autumn Festival have started to become available. On the left: Xinjiang plums; On the right: Soft-seeded… read more

In the Italian market for importing exotic fruits, McGarlet stands out as a strategic player thanks to its strong, quality-oriented corporate structure. read more

On Monday, 25th August, a fire broke out in a warehouse on Müggenburger Straße in Hamburg-Veddel. Several gas cylinders exploded during the incident, causing damage to neighboring premises and posing risks to surrounding businesses. The Hamburg Fire Brigade deployed a significant number of personnel to the scene. read more

An sąd apelacyjny w Waszyngtonie, DC, orzekł, że cła nałożone przez prezydenta USA Donalda Trumpa są w dużej mierze niekonstytucyjne. "Ustawa nadaje prezydentowi znaczącą władzę do podjęcia szeregu działań w odpowiedzi na ogłoszony stan wyjątkowy, ale żadne z tych działań" read more

On 3 and 4 September 2025, the premier international potato event, PotatoEurope, will be held at the WUR location in Lelystad. The preparations are nearly finished: the tents have been erected, the pathways have been laid, and the 25-hectare harvesting field is in excellent condition, ready to be showcased. read more

Authorities in the state of Pahang in Malaysia have recently taken action to seal off over 10,000 hectares of illegal durian farms located within a forest reserve. This crackdown is part of an ongoing campaign to address land encroachment, known as Ops Sekat. A total of 129 individuals have been detained in connection with this operation. Since the launch of Ops Sekat in April 2025, 12 cases related to this issue have been brought before the court. read more

Eskom reports that South Africa has achieved 105 consecutive days without load shedding, with the national grid remaining stable as the winter season comes to an end. The utility credits this achievement to consistently low levels of unplanned outages and improved generation performance. read more

The Agency for Agricultural Payments has disbursed 3,997,205.08 euros in favor of 81 beneficiaries who have been granted eligibility for the PNRR Investment 2.3 - Innovation and mechanization in the agricultural and food sector. The regions involved and the amounts are as follows: read more