On the eve of Ganeshotsav, the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Flower Market in Pune witnessed a massive turnout of customers. The market was buzzing with excitement as retail customers and bulk buyers, retail florists, flower decorators, and event organizers alike flocked to purchase flowers and leaves for. read more

Exports of Ukrainian cucumbers and tomatoes have dropped to their lowest levels since before the war, as reported by market analysts. The primary destinations for cucumbers continue to be Estonia, Poland, and Moldova, with shipments concentrated between May and July, when Ukraine is able to meet seasonal demand. read more

With a turnover reaching 67.3 million euros, a 21% increase compared to the previous year, Brio - a company within the Alegra Group specialized in organic fruits and vegetables - satisfactorily closes the 2024/2025 financial year. This significant result confirms the company's solidity. read more

Vimm Enterprises has recalled Deep-brand sprouted mat, moong beans, and surti undhiu mix in New Zealand due to potential salmonella contamination. "Salmonellosis can be serious, so it is important that people do not eat these products," said NZ Food Safety deputy director-general Vincent. read more

Rijk Zwaan Australia has been continuously working on developing lettuce varieties that cater to the needs of consumers, growers, and retailers. One such variety is the Salanova® lettuce, which comes in red and green butter varieties. These lettuces have been specifically bred for easy processing, consumer convenience, and read more

A banana-selling robot has been introduced in the United States and was recently seen operating in a grocery store. The robot is designed to interact with shoppers by moving through the aisles, asking questions, and offering produce. Video footage of the robot in action was shared on social media by TikTok user @robynlarz. read more

Weak demand for apples and a rising supply of autumn varieties are leading Ukrainian growers to lower their wholesale prices, as reported by analysts at EastFruit. Currently, high-quality apples are being sold at 30–40 UAH/kg (US$0.72–0.97/kg), which is on average 12% cheaper than at the end of the season. read more

On Wednesday, August 27, Enza Zaden's Innovation Centre in Pijnacker hosted the Tomato Open Day. In addition to the 3,000 m² of exposed and 6,000 m² of unexposed tomato cultivation, Enza Zaden set up a large presentation area at Duivestijn Tomaten's farm, where all the novelties were showcased. read more

Cosco Shipping Ports Limited (SEHK: 1199) released its interim financial results for the six-month period ending on June 30, 2025. Total throughput increased by 6.4% year-on-year to 74.3 million TEU, and equity throughput grew by 3.8% to 22.9 million TEU. Revenue also saw a 13.6% increase, reaching US$806.0 million, with the company's share of... read more

Sezon eksportu cebuli ruszył pełną parą, przynosząc aktywność do portu w Vlissingen. W zeszłym tygodniu statek Mv. Ditlev obsłużył pierwszą wysyłkę sezonu, która była jedną z największych konwencjonalnych wysyłek cebuli, które kiedykolwiek opuściły port w Vlissingen do Dakaru (Senegal). read more

The imported apple season in China is coming to a close. With supply decreasing, prices have recently gone up compared to earlier in the season. "This year's market performance for imported apples has slightly declined compared to previous years, experiencing a short-term downturn, but overall" read more

Nearly fifty growers and technicians gathered on 29 July at the La Pugère Experimental Station in Mallemort, Bouches-du-Rhône, for the official launch of the new KIARA® pear variety (Cepora cov.). Developed by INRAE and published by CEP Innovation, this eagerly awaited variety was presented. read more

Earlier this month, Sahid Nahim attended the Society of American Florists (SAF) Convention 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona, held August 11–14. In this article, he describes his experience at the event. "This floral industry convention was packed with value, inspiration, personal surprises, and read more

The apple harvest, which started in the Trentino valleys of Non and Sole these days, will go down in history. Thanks to a "technological gem" that is set to shape the future of Italian fruit growing and beyond. Now, freshly harvested apples can be transported by cable car: has read more

Mawson's newest florist, Rosewood Flowers, reports a significant shift in the approach of modern couples towards weddings, which is benefiting local growers. Owner Claire Smith opened the shop on 20 June after six years of hard work. She aims to grow as much as possible locally. read more

Chilean walnut exports between March 21 and July 31 of this year increased by 15% compared to the same period of the previous season, rising from 64,390 to 73,787 tons in-shell equivalent. The growth was driven by increased demand from Europe and the Middle East, which helped offset slower sales in Asia, as reported in Chilenut's Monthly Shipment. read more

Egyptian sweet potatoes are now entering the peak of the season, and volumes are expected to increase as we move into September. "We kicked off the new season of Egyptian sweet potatoes in July with lower volumes from the early crop," said Daniel Badger from Vitafresh Produce. "Volumes will read more

The closing of the 2024/2025 fiscal year confirms the growth of Brio, a company within the Alegra Group specialized in organic fruits and vegetables. The revenue is on the rise, reaching 67.3 million euros, a 21% increase compared to the previous fiscal year, results that, in a stagnant market, correspond to a read more

Italy's season displays contrasting dynamics, with Sicily finishing strongly with Victoria and seedless varieties, while Apulia is experiencing price pressure despite demand for Italia. In Germany, Italian grapes were prevalent alongside imports from Spain, France, Greece, and Turkey, while local production remained at a... read more

With a high quality of fruits and positive outlook from the markets, the new harvest of over 4,000 apple growers from the VOG Consortium has started in recent weeks. read more