The uncertainty related to tariffs has caused anxiety for all participants in the floral supply chain. Although the situation regarding tariffs for fresh cut flowers has become more defined—ranging from 10% to 16.8% based on the country of origin, as per the latest White House update—the larger implications are still unclear. read more

Trend of increasing table beet prices persists this week in the Ukrainian market. As per analysts from the EastFruit project, the supply of beets with acceptable quality is decreasing rapidly in Ukraine. read more

The Board of the National Association of Juice Producers (KUPS) and the National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Processors (KSPOIW) have presented an official position on the new regulations regarding permissible levels of residues

read more

In a quiet corner of Kirkcaldy, Scotland, a former stable built in the 1890s has become the testing ground for a bold experiment: to demonstrate that energy innovation and vertical farming can revitalize unused town center buildings. The team spearheading this project is PeachyKeen, a renewable. read more

Gladiolus jest ważną i ekonomicznie wartościową rośliną ozdobną uprawianą na całym świecie. Jednym z głównych wyzwań w jej mikrorozmnażaniu jest zachowanie stabilności genetycznej podczas pośredniej regeneracji i długotrwałego utrzymania kallusu. Celem tego badania było opracowanie zoptymalizowanej metody pośredniej read more

The apricot industry in Turkey has generated almost $330 million in exports over the past five years. However, recent frost events have caused significant damage to apricot crops as well as to peaches, apples, nectarines, hazelnuts, and walnuts. Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumaklı visited the affected areas. read more

April marks the beginning of the season for our industry. Late frosts are rare, and the first cold-resistant plants can be planted, says Nadja Haese, Team Leader of Support, Process & Sustainability for Plants at toom. Those who want to protect their freshly planted greens from potential damage caused by cold snaps. read more

The uncertainty related to tariffs has left everyone in the floral supply chain feeling anxious. While the situation regarding tariffs for fresh cut flowers has become more defined—with rates ranging from 10% to 16.8% based on the country of origin, as per the most recent White House update—the broader implications are still uncertain. read more

Everything is ready for the International Potato Symposium. As the main product of Macfrut 2025, The International Potato Symposium brings together experts from France, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Egypt, Namibia, and Italy for discussions on the third most cultivated species on the planet. read more

The strawberry season is in full swing at Kwekerij Demedts - De Mey. “We've had beautiful weather, so we're seeing color everywhere. Not only in the heated sections, but also in the cold cultivation areas, we've really gotten underway. This happened just in time for Easter, which felt like a read more

"The Great Beauty Italy is revving up engines in anticipation of the next edition of Macfrut, where it will be featured with a stand full of initiatives and moments of discussion among players in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. This is being told by Leonardo Odorizzi, one of the founding members of the network." read more

"For the 2025 fruit campaign year, the Karmen scale will remain unchanged. We have not made any changes to the previous model because we believe we have achieved the pinnacle of product excellence in terms of functionality, selling price, and components. We anticipate significant sales growth." read more

Varietal innovation is once again in focus at Macfrut. The theme will be explored in the Varieties International Project in the Plant Nursery Area of Macfrut on 6 and 7 May. International speakers will present at the Plant Nursery Area (Hall A2), where four seminars will delve into the topic. read more

The import of Egyptian grapes for further distribution is about to begin, according to Mariya Dermendzhieva, CEO of the Bulgarian fresh produce trader Triland. She stated, "As the Egyptian citrus season is ending earlier than expected, we are shifting our focus to the upcoming grape season, which is just around the corner." read more

The Chinese blueberry market has undergone significant changes in the past twenty years, with Peru emerging as a major player. In 2024, China imported 38,743 tons of blueberries, 89% of which came from Peru. This shift reflects the increasing popularity of healthy eating among China's urban and upper-middle-class consumers. read more

At Van Ooijen Citrus, the first Spanish greenhouse cherries arrived on the market three weeks ago, but more substantial volumes have only come in this week. "Spain always starts on an empty market, so at first it's really about selling by the box. But now we've received our first full pallet of cherries." read more

Below we report a reflection by Francesco Avanzini, General Manager of Conad (pictured above), published on his LinkedIn profile regarding which strategies to adopt in light of an almost inevitable decline in volumes in the coming years. read more

The Dutch company Logitec Plus B.V. and the Chinese agricultural technology group NSTG Agri-Tech Group have officially announced the establishment of the joint venture 'VinceMark'. This strategic partnership aims to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency by localizing technology production, ultimately providing better... read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction on behalf of Zeeland Trade B.V. in Vogelwaarde (NL), featuring a unique selection of machinery for carrot processing, packaging, and palletizing. The auction will include sorting machines, washing machines, filling and packaging machines, brush units, and. read more

The Irish saying, "you shouldn't start sowing until" refers to waiting for the right conditions, and in March the ground conditions in Ireland were very good, ideal for preparing for sowing, according to Stephen McCormack from McCormack Family Farms, who grow herbs and leafy greens. read more