The shipping schedule from South Africa to Singapore has been very chaotic due to port congestion and bad weather conditions during the grape export season. The port of Cape Town has been affected by strong winds, causing vessels to wait outside the port. As a result, some vessels chose to omit ports. read more

W Afryce w 2025 roku wyeksportowano około 430 000 ton awokado, przy całkowitej wielkości wzrostu o 16,7%, zgodnie z przeglądem rynku tropikalnych owoców FAO. Wzrost został wsparty przez popyt w Europie, na Bliskim Wschodzie i w niektórych częściach Azji, podczas gdy zmiany w logistyce i dostępie do rynków zmieniły rankingi eksportu. read more

BioWorks, a North American company specializing in biological solutions for horticulture, announced the appointment of Chris Rose as Interim General Manager, marking the beginning of a new phase focused on acceleration, disciplined execution, and sales expansion. Founded in 1993, BioWorks has read more

Australia's horticulture sector achieved its highest production value ever in 2024/25, reaching US$12.14 billion (AUS$18.21 billion), a 6% increase from the previous year, as reported by the Australian Horticulture Statistics Handbook. The total fresh export value also rose to US$2.31 billion (AUS$3.47 billion). read more

Klasmann-Deilmann has acquired VelociGro from US investor Ospraie. VelociGro is recognized as a manufacturer of innovative gel plugs. Through this acquisition, Klasmann-Deilmann gains access to critical patents and enhances its expertise in creating cutting-edge solutions for the cultivation of young plants. read more

In order to standardize export procedures and enhance competitiveness in international markets, the Chilean Table Grape Committee of Frutas de Chile has released a document on the Standardization of Sizes for different grape varieties. This technical update is intended to accurately classify the size of the fruit based on... read more

The weather conditions have delayed the planting of potatoes in regions like Sicily, Puglia, and Campania in Italy, as well as in some areas of Greece, Spain, and Portugal over the past few weeks and months. Due to this, we might experience a lower yield than usual in the early harvest. read more

€800 million more for the competitiveness and sustainability of businesses in the primary sector and the processing of agricultural products. With the publication of the new "Agrisolare Call for Proposals", companies will be able to reduce their energy bills without taking away a square meter of land. read more

W swoim przemówieniu inauguracyjnym, Dyrektor Naczelny ds. Opieki nad LEA Thato Jensen powiązał warsztat z programem dywersyfikacji gospodarczej Botswany, uznając rolnictwo i przetwórstwo rolne za silniki wzrostu eksportu i zatrudnienia. „Nasz cel jest prosty”, powiedział Jensen uczestnikom, „przenieść naszą read more

Produkcja ogórków szklarniowych w Polsce nadal maleje w obliczu rosnących kosztów pracy i energii. Według Instytutu Ekonomiki Rolnictwa i Gospodarki Żywnościowej (IERiGŻ-PIB), produkcja spadła do 292 000 ton w 2025 roku, w porównaniu z 306 000 ton w 2024 roku, 317 000 ton w 2023 roku i 328 000 ton w 2022 roku. read more

Zespri has launched its 2035 strategy, a long-term plan focused on strengthening the kiwifruit industry's resilience, unlocking future value, and aiming to become the world's healthiest fruit brand. The strategy was introduced at the two-day Momentum 2026 Conference in Mount Maunganui, which was attended by industry stakeholders. read more

On March 5th and 6th, 2026, the 14th International Blueberry Conference will take place – one of the most important events for highbush blueberry growers, trading companies, and production technology suppliers. The conference, which has been setting the direction for industry development for 14 years, will once again bring together. read more

Walking around Vietnamese wholesale flower markets or retail stores, both online and offline, it's not difficult to find pots of azaleas, cymbidium orchids, phalaenopsis orchids, or bouquets of roses originating from abroad, mainly China. They are displayed alongside locally grown varieties. read more

The opportunity for Tripod Farmers Group lies in "improving what we are currently doing" — only better. For Tripod's General Manager Joseph Ruffo, the growth in cos lettuce is less about seeking new markets to expand into and more about enhancing scale, efficiency, and customer alignment. "We build upon what we currently do." read more

Four Seasons Fruit Supply is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. "We started as a specialist in citrus, grapes, and exotics, and we continue to focus on these products today," says Medhat Samir. "Our exotic range includes sweet potatoes, avocados, mangoes, limes, ginger, and pomegranates." read more

The Greek onion trade is progressing without significant profit margins. Mr. Yannis Mantzaris, co-owner of the company Agrodiktyo from Thebes, stated: "At present, Ex Works (EXW) prices in Thebes have been fluctuating between €0.38–0.40 per kilo. These prices are considered standard, despite the additional costs of storage. read more

Uzbekistan's apple sector is on the brink of a quiet revolution – one that does not involve planting new orchards, expanding farmland, or waiting years for young trees to mature. Instead, the country can significantly boost the supply of market-ready apples by optimizing existing resources. read more

More than one in five children in Italy do not eat fruits and vegetables daily. This is according to the Okkio alla Salute survey (2023), which paints a worrying picture: almost 26% of young children are far from meeting basic nutritional recommendations, while the phenomenon of excess is also prevalent. read more

Fern Ridge Fresh, with its base in Hawke's Bay, has been operating for more than 20 years. The company imports apples from various growers across New Zealand, spanning from Gisborne and Hawkes Bay in the North Island to Nelson, Canterbury, and Central Otago in the South Island. The company cultivates and exports typical. read more

Pod koniec jesieni ceny ogórków w Almerii pozostały głównie stabilne, z niewielkim wzrostem o 1% do 1,59 €/kg w tygodniu 7, według danych z Obserwatorium Cen i Rynku Ministerstwa Rolnictwa regionu Andaluzji. Tymczasem ceny ogórków we francji wzrosły o 11%, osiągając 1,27 €/kg. read more