Uiseong County has been selected as the final recipient of the Rural Development Administration's "Open-Field Smart Technology Convergence Demonstration Model Expansion" pilot project, marking a major step toward digitalizing the apple industry. The county will invest 4 billion KRW. read more

VIP, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Cooperatives of Val Venosta, enters the new year confirming itself as a "First Class Apple Partner", thanks to a wide assortment, a reliable supply chain, and an overall excellent quality that continues to distinguish the Consortium. read more

Corné van de Klundert, Managing Director of Dutch importer and exporter Origin Fruit Group, reports that the overseas grape market is improving. Southern Europe had an exceptionally large grape harvest over the summer, leading to Spain, Italy, and Greece keeping grapes on the market until very late. read more

It has been evident for some time now that the endive sector in Belgium, as well as in the Netherlands, is facing challenges. The cost prices are continuously increasing, the crop protection options are diminishing, and there is a decline in interest from younger consumers. This season, prices have once again dropped significantly, prompting a call for change. read more

Egypt has achieved a significant milestone in the U.S. garlic market by delivering record volumes in the first nine months of 2025, as reported by EastFruit. During this period, the United States imported 2,500 tons of Egyptian garlic, valued at over $6 million. This marked a sixfold increase compared to 2024. read more

2025 is coming to an end, with approximately 70 farmer blockades still in place at crucial highway junctions and border customs points in Greece. The farmers have announced that starting on Tuesday, December 23, and for a few days, they will allow for increased vehicle movement. read more

The start of the new citrus campaign in Sicily begins on a positive note for the Esperidio producers' organization, which is looking at the season with cautious optimism. As explained by the organization, the initial signs indicate normal quantities, good fruit quality, and a promising market. read more

Fyffes ogłosił, że jego marka konsumencka, Trudi's®, przynosi stały wzrost kategorii i wzmacnia partnerstwa detaliczne firmy w Wielkiej Brytanii i Norwegii. Wprowadzona na rynek pod koniec 2023 roku, Trudi's odzwierciedla wizję Fyffesa kształtowania dobrostanu dla świata oraz obietnicę marki "Good". read more

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has published an updated analysis in December on the developments affecting the global apple trade in the 2025-2026 season. The report examines production, consumption, stocks, and trade flows. read more

In contrast to mass-produced fresh produce, specialty vegetables and greens in Egypt have a reliable growing season, as stated by Mohamed Elgazar, the CEO of Max Mark. Elgazar mentions that "many Egyptian products that are not produced on a large scale have a consistent season, unlike strawberries, for instance." read more

New Zealand's pipfruit and kiwifruit industries have welcomed today's announcement of a free trade agreement (FTA) between New Zealand and India, which provides significantly enhanced market access for both sectors. read more

An enduring passion for floriculture culminated in a floral tribute as Narayan Shastri (85), a city-based rose expert and veteran hybridizer, unveiled a new hybrid tea rose variety named 'Gadkari', gifting it to Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari on the occasion of his. read more

Pistachio demand in China has been steadily rising due to growing consumer awareness of their health benefits and the increasing popularity of nuts as a snack. This trend has made China one of the largest global importers of pistachios, with the majority of imports coming from the United States. read more

The MPS-Socially Qualified (MPS-SQ) certificate has been officially recognized by the Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI). This is a significant achievement, validating that MPS participants' dedication to social sustainability adheres to the highest international standards. read more

Podaż jabłek z Pensylwanii jest dość ograniczona. "Popyt był silny, zwłaszcza w listopadzie i tuż przed świętami Bożego Narodzenia" - mówi Brandon Ruppert z Cohen Produce Marketing. "Pakiernie pracują praktycznie na pełnych obrotach. Pełna para do przodu." Przemieszczanie się zbiorów jest... read more

From January to November 2025, Uzbekistan experienced a substantial increase in banana imports. According to preliminary data from the State Statistics Committee, the country imported 161,400 tons of bananas during this period, amounting to a total expenditure of $54.3 million. This represents a significant rise compared to the same period last year. read more

Over twenty years ago, she began her career by making phone calls for the Handboek Kasgroenten, a popular reference guide for greenhouse vegetables. Soon after, she made her first visits to Dutch greenhouses in preparation for a new newsletter called GroentenNieuws. - HortiDaily read more

This week, the volume of Chilean sea-freighted cherries continued to increase, with prices generally lower than last week. For example, the mainstream price for a 2.5kg × 2 (two-in-one) 3J package of the Santina variety is ¥350–370 per box, while the 2J size is approximately ¥310 per box. read more

Monoprix officially returned to Lebanon on December 17th with the opening of its first store in Antélias, located in the Metn region. Originally planned for Hamra, the opening was postponed by a year and the location was changed. The franchise of the French brand, owned by the Casino group, was acquired. read more

Breedx recently organized its inaugural tomato open day for Israeli growers, providing insights into the company's breeding focus, greenhouse assessment methods, and global expansion plans. The event was held at Breedx's demonstration greenhouse in Israel, and was attended by growers from various regions. read more