Bulgaria will adopt the euro as its official currency on 1 January 2026, following the completion of all required convergence criteria and approval by EU finance ministers in July 2025. From that date, the euro will gradually replace the lev at a fixed conversion rate of 1.95583 lev per euro. read more

In 2026, Greek farmers' struggle has taken a step forward after the Christmas festive period, even though the Greek government has yet to respond to their demands. Tomorrow will mark the last day before tractors are set to resume movement. read more

Maersk has appointed Ditlev Blicher as Regional President for North America, effective January 1, 2026. He succeeds Charles van der Steene, who has held the role since January 2024. Blicher most recently served as Maersk's Regional President for Asia Pacific, a position he has held since 2023. read more

Earlier this year, Proefcentrum Hoogstraten started investigating the possibility of successfully cultivating passion fruit in Belgium. The first fruits have already been harvested, and the initial results look promising. "Our ultimate goal is to replicate the success we had with Charentais melons," read more

The Taiwan Banana Research Institute has developed a new banana cultivar, Tai-Chiao No. 9 (TC9), with resistance to Panama disease. The variety is intended for future deployment beyond Taiwan, pending completion of plant breeders' rights in overseas markets. Bananas are an economically important crop. read more

Europe authorities regularly conduct random checks on mango imports to ensure their safety. These inspections mainly target pests and organisms that require quarantine, such as fruit flies. If contamination is detected in just one package, the entire shipment must be destroyed. read more

Rynek jabłek stale rośnie, z pozytywnymi tendencjami zarówno pod względem wartości, jak i ilości. Ten delikatny owoc ma dedykowaną maszynę i linie produkcyjne od firmy PND, włoskiej spółki specjalizującej się w projektowaniu i dostarczaniu maszyn do przetwarzania owoców. Z ponad 7000 odmianami, jabłka są. read more

When assessing the global blueberry industry from a production perspective, Morocco is emerging as one of the highest-yielding systems based on the relationship between productive area and harvested volume. Recent planting and production data indicate that output growth is being driven mainly by Morocco. read more

Flower cultivators in Dharmapuri are distressed as the price of chrysanthemum has dipped to Rs 40 per kg in the market. Farmers have attributed the low prices to the lack of demand and increased production in the district. Chrysanthemum is cultivated on nearly 3,150 hectares across Dharmapuri. read more

With the launch of Vivo by REO, REO is venturing into the premium segment. This move comes at a challenging time. "2025 can hardly be described as a robust year," says Remie Dewitte from REO. "Prices for many vegetables were notably lower compared to previous seasons, so we are hopeful. read more

The work carried out in synergy between the Agricultural Assistance Center (CAA) of Coldiretti and the National Agency for Agricultural Payments (AGEA) has allowed to unlock the resources of the National Solidarity Fund intended to cover the damages suffered in the years 2023 and 2024 by. read more

Udaipur, the City of Lakes, is renowned for its royal heritage, picturesque beauty, and lively cultural events. As the city transitions into a festive atmosphere filled with colors, fragrances, and graceful elegance, Udaipur truly comes to life. One of the most anticipated seasonal attractions in Udaipur is the Udaipur Flower Show. read more

Interflora Australia has announced the release of a limited-edition floral collaboration inspired by Universal Pictures' latest installment in the Oz universe, Wicked: For Good. The exclusive collection will be accessible nationwide from 5th January to 28th February 2026, with same-day delivery available across the country. read more

Tak jak ma to miejsce we Włoszech, spożycie owoców i warzyw w Europie również wydaje się maleć, a typowy wzrost cen związany z okresem Bożego Narodzenia - okolicznością, która zazwyczaj zachęca do większego planowania i wzrostu cen - nie występuje pomimo zbliżających się świąt. read more

Badania przeprowadzone w południowym Wietnamie wykazały, że miejscowe grzyby i aktynobakterie charakteryzują się aktywnością przeciwko więdnięciu Fusarium, chorobie, która dotyka produkcję bananów na całym świecie. Badanie zostało przeprowadzone przez zespół badawczy, w skład którego wchodzili Tran V.T., Dinh T.Q., i Le D.D., i skupiało się na Fusarium oxysporum f. read more

By capitalizing on its distinctive natural resources and enhancing innovation throughout the entire industrial supply chain, Yunnan province in southwest China is turning its floral industry into a cornerstone of high-quality development. This not only highlights beauty but also provides tangible benefits for the local people. read more

UK: Sainsbury's CEO among business leaders recognized in new year honours. Simon Roberts, who has been chief executive of the UK's second largest supermarket since 2020, has been awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to the retail industry.
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France has announced plans to suspend imports of certain fruits that have been found to contain residues of pesticides prohibited within the European Union. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu stated that a decree will be issued to block the entry of the affected produce, with the measure aimed at protecting consumers. read more

By week 51, Peru closed the season with total blueberry exports of 326,117 tons, up 19 per cent year on year and closely aligned with the revised December projection. This outcome confirms Peru's position as the leading global blueberry supplier and consolidates a high-volume export window. read more

Once Bluecrop and good preparation of the blueberry cultivation site were enough. Today - it's no longer sufficient. Climate changes require a new approach to choosing varieties, preparing the soil, and managing the plantation. This is best understood by practitioners - grower Jerzy. read more