Decowraps has announced a partnership with KIVO Flexible Plastics, a producer of sustainable packaging solutions. This collaboration represents a step towards more efficient, high-quality, and sustainable European production. KIVO, with its decades of experience and focus on sustainability, brings valuable expertise to the partnership. read more

Oficjalne dane dotyczące kampanii cytrusowej w Egipcie na sezon 2024/2025 odzwierciedlają spadek wolumenów eksportu, ale wzrost wartości na tonę. Spadek eksportu jest bezpośrednio związany z wzrostem popytu ze strony lokalnego przemysłu przetwórstwa pomarańczy. Eslam Gelila, egipski eksporter, komentuje to. read more

Last week, the HortiScience Innovation Center (HIC) officially opened the HIC Venture Studio in Bleiswijk - a venture studio dedicated entirely to horticulture. The goal is clear: to attract more startups into the horticultural sector. This new initiative, located inside an actual greenhouse, aims to foster innovation and collaboration in the field of horticulture. read more

W tym sezonie ukraińscy producenci owoców i jagód zmierzyli się z znacznymi stratami plonów spowodowanymi anomaliami pogodowymi, ale ceny wzrosły do rekordowych poziomów, osiągając średnio 1,5–2 razy wyższe niż w zeszłym roku - powiedział Taras Bashtannik, prezydent Ukraińskiego Stowarzyszenia Owoców i Warzyw (UFOA). read more

The potato harvest in the Spanish region of Castile and Leon is now in its final phase, with higher production due to the increased acreage, which has almost reached 20,000 hectares. "Currently, we are mainly harvesting in the provinces of Valladolid, Segovia, and Burgos. read more

In 2025, Kyrgyzstan's exports of onions and garlic have decreased by over five times, according to the National Statistics Committee. From January to August, the country exported 4,055 tonnes valued at $1.65 million, in comparison to 21,223 tonnes valued at $10.9 million during the same period last year. read more

Mount Elgon Orchards has announced that its Managing Director, Bob Andersen, has been awarded the MASHUJAA Kenyan Hero Award 2025. The national honor recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to peace, Kenya's independence, academics, sports, arts, and philanthropy. Andersen... read more

Colombia is quickly becoming a popular destination for international agricultural innovation. With the assistance of Dutch technology, the country has seen significant advancements, including yield increases of up to 142% in certain crops. These achievements bolster Colombia's status as a growing agricultural hub. read more

Taylor Farms, the American giant in the fresh-cut produce industry, continues its European shopping spree with the acquisition of Natures Way Foods, one of the leading British producers of fresh, ready-to-eat foods. The British company, with a turnover of £330 million and 1,300 employees, read more

Mark Dieleman has exchanged his career in the potato industry in the Netherlands for an entrepreneurial journey in Uganda. Through his company, Dieleman Potatoes, Mark is establishing a market for certified seed potatoes in a country filled with opportunities where trust plays a crucial role. Team Dieleman Potatoes read more

Jak można zminimalizować straty żywności w całym łańcuchu dostaw? Aby odpowiedzieć na to pytanie, został uruchomiony projekt INFLEX. "Projekt ma na celu zwiększenie wiedzy w zakresie pomiaru i optymalizacji istotnych czynników wpływających na zmiany jakości w całym łańcuchu dostaw eksportu owoców" - wyjaśnia Sarah Matthys.

To answer this question, the INFLEX project was launched. "The project aims to increase knowledge to measure and optimize the relevant factors affecting quality changes throughout the fruit export supply chain," explains Sarah Matthys. read more

Köder Gartenbau and HuizengaPlantGoed are entering into a partnership, with Renze Huizenga set to become the representative for Köder Gartenbau in the Netherlands. HuizengaPlantGoed is a sole proprietorship that specializes in selling rooted and unrooted cuttings. The company has been operating for over 10 years. read more

Geerlofs, a Dutch company specializing in industrial refrigeration and HVAC engineering, based in Rotterdam and also established in Nairobi (Kenya), has joined Syclef, an international group focused on commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning. Syclef employs more than 3,000 people. read more

Becoming successful in the berry industry is a common goal among many growers, but it also comes with daily challenges and responsibilities that go beyond just producing high-quality fruit. Modern leadership in the industry now demands strategic thinking, investment in technology, and effective team management. read more

The Verkhovna Rada's agricultural committee anticipates a rise in projects for constructing vegetable storage facilities as the government allocates funding for their development. Despite many farmers expanding vegetable cultivation this year, the storage capacity in Ukraine is still insufficient to meet the demand. read more

Kenyan avocado season has been somewhat of a mixed bag, as uncertainties prevented it from reaching its full potential, according to David Mulwa, director of Kenyan avocado exporter Kandia FPS LTD. "The avocado season began with some lack of clarity, as the transit time from Kenya was still." read more

Pitahaya is one of Ecuador's most representative products in international markets. Isidro Andrés Romero, the commercial director of Honey Fruits, emphasized the country's production of red, white, and yellow pulp varieties, with the yellow variety being renowned for its sweetness and quality. read more

The Assembly of European Fruit and Vegetable Regions (AREFLH) held its second annual Forum yesterday at the Delegation of the Emilia-Romagna Region to the EU, marking an important milestone with a strong participation of producer organizations and regions, and fruitful discussions. read more

After months of uncertainty and conflicting interpretations, the official clarification from the Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport has arrived regarding the loading and unloading times for goods provided for in article 6-bis of legislative decree 286/2005, as amended by decree-law 73/2025. read more

This month, Jos Aben joined abbGrowers as Chief Commercial Officer. After gaining experience in strawberry cultivation at Limgroup and later in potato breeding at Solynta, Jos is returning to the soft fruit segment. "I am very much looking forward to seizing this opportunity at abbGrowers by. read more