India has approved the first pilot shipment of Chilean fruit that will undergo cold treatment during transit, marking a significant milestone in the relationship between the two countries. The pilot program will include a variety of Chilean fruits such as cherries, stone fruit, apples, pears, and citrus. read more

The Gran Canaria-based cooperative Cooperativa Agrícola del Norte has partnered with the island's government to transform 100 hectares of unused agricultural land into the production of high-value tropical fruits. read more

W pierwszym kwartale 2026 roku rozpocznie się budowa nowej instalacji szklarni hydroponicznej w Newberry, na Florydzie. Nie tylko sam obiekt szklarni będzie nowy, tak również firma stojąca za tym projektem. Pod wodzą dyrektora generalnego Charlesa Garzy, firma Harvest Singularity planuje uczynić swoją nową instalację o powierzchni 325 000 stóp kwadratowych w Newberry pierwszą. read more

The harvest of PGI potatoes from Sila, Calabria, which began in mid-September, is coming to an end. "The final phase of farming has shown a slight improvement in the quantity of late varieties, bringing stock levels closer to those of last year," says Albino Carli, director of the Consortium of... read more

The United States plays a significant role in the global potato and horticultural supply chain that goes beyond just production. Decisions made in Washington impact fertilizer costs, access to seeds, market entry, phytosanitary regulations, and trade patterns. Growers benefit from soft credit, federally backed insurance, and other forms of support. read more

Borówki stały się jednym z upraw najbardziej narażonych na zmienność klimatu. Utrata godzin zimna, ograniczenia w dostępie do wody, nowe naciski szkodników i rosnące koszty adaptacji zmieniają modele produkcji w Ameryce Łacińskiej i Afryce. Wymagania uprawy dotyczące zdefiniowanego zimna, stabilnych temperatur. read more

Sonia Red and Sonia White, the most sought-after flowers in the market, can now be grown in Punjab without the need for a passport. The Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) has introduced cultivation technology for two varieties of high-value exotic Dendrobium orchids for the first time in North India, reducing transport costs. This convergence of scientific and commercial advancements is bringing new opportunities to the region. read more

Ralaba, a modest village near Hinjilicut in Odisha's Ganjam district, has transformed from a traditional rice-vegetable cultivation area into a lively hub for tuberose (Rajanigandha) production. This evolution has been facilitated by scientific interventions, institutional support, and the read more

A undoubtedly positive campaign, supported by intense cooperation from all stakeholders in the supply chain and driven by the proper valorization of apples, as well as the flattering performance of other products. read more

Kenya's macadamia industry is showing early signs of recovery following the introduction of a minimum farm-gate price of KSh100 per kilogram (approximately US$0.77 per kilogram) by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, along with the ongoing ban on in-shell exports. The Macadamia Association of Kenya is closely monitoring the situation. read more

"The beginning of the blood orange harvest is anticipated to take place between December 10 and 15. Gerardo Diana, the president of the Sicilian Blood Orange PGI Consortium, stated, 'The forecast looks promising, and we are quite optimistic.' Mount Etna has been blanketed in snow for a few days, which is a positive development." read more

At SARL Endigra in Beugny, Pas-de-Calais, endives are a family affair. Since January 1st, 2022, Colette Duchateau has joined her parents and brother to continue the endive business started by her maternal grandparents. The farm has chosen to focus on cultivating semi-forced vegetables. read more

Dario reports that this year's pomegranate harvest did not meet the forecasts primarily because heavy autumn rain fell during the ripening period, causing the fruit to crack. Additionally, some areas were affected by spring frost. These are two unusual weather events for our region. read more

Polski producenci jabłek liczą na lepsze ceny i przechowują swoje jabłka w chłodniach do czasu nadejścia lepszych warunków. Jest to ograniczające dostępność jabłek dobrej jakości - mówi Mohamed Marawan, właściciel polskiego eksportera jabłek Sarafruit: "Dostępność polskich jabłek zmniejszyła się...". read more

The V Range market continues to grow, confirming strong demand acceleration both in large-scale retail and in discount stores. Updated data for week 44 of 2025 shows an overall value growth of +9.2% in the V Range sector in modern distribution, driven by discount stores. read more

A violent hailstorm hit the La Ribera region on Monday, November 17, causing extensive damage to around 5,000 tons of fruit in the municipalities of Carlet and Massalavés, as reported by Portalfruticola.com. These are the initial estimates provided by the Valencian Farmers Association. read more

Growers across the United Kingdom are facing more and more unpredictable weather patterns, with a dry spring and summer this year followed by one of the wettest Septembers on record. Producers are experiencing alternating drought and flooding conditions, which are impacting crop yields and feed availability. read more

Ahold Delhaize focuses on AI projects with impact

After completing several projects involving artificial intelligence across various areas, Ahold Delhaize is now turning its attention to a few key business processes. The company aims to become a "smart follower" in the realm of AI, according to CEO Frans Muller. Source: retaildetail.eu read more

The International Nut and Dried Fruit Council has released updated 2025/26 hazelnut production estimates, indicating a decrease in expected volumes in Turkey and Italy, and an increase in output in Chile and the United States. Turkey, the largest hazelnut producer globally, is forecasted to harvest 500,000 metric tons. read more

Do 20 listopada 2025 roku Mołdawia wyeksportowała ponad 30 000 ton winogron deserowych z bieżącego sezonu, generując 32,52 miliona dolarów amerykańskich, zgodnie z informacjami Stowarzyszenia Producentów i Eksporterów Winogron Stołowych (APESM). Średnia cena eksportu wyniosła 1,08 USD/kg, nieznacznie poniżej ubiegłorocznych 1,13 USD/kg. read more