On June 11th, the World Cup will start in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We are organizing a World Cup Football Pool through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms. Who is the biggest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? read more

What started as a small propagation nursery supplying conifers and open field plants to municipalities in the Netherlands has, over more than fifty years, developed into a modern, full-range growing operation. Van der Peijl Tuinplanten, based in Zundert in the Dutch province of North Brabant, is read more

The Italian melon has made a qualitative leap but has not yet translated this progress into a real structural growth in volumes. The domestic market holds more in value than in quantity, is strongly influenced by the weather, and continues to demand good, consistent products. read more

Alberto Guerra is the new president of Valfrutta Fresco, a company of the Alegra Group specialized in premium 100% Italian fruits and vegetables, with a strong focus on product innovation and enhancing the supply chain. read more

EU and Mexican leaders met in Mexico City on 22 May for the eighth EU-Mexico summit, where both sides advanced trade and cooperation discussions alongside the signing of the EU-Mexico Modernised Global Agreement and the Interim Agreement on Trade. The summit brought together António Costa, read more

Mycorrhizal Applications has announced the nationwide launch of Magic Gardener, a new line of plant health products for gardeners and plant enthusiasts. Designed specifically for garden centers, this collection brings professional-grade biological tools to the retail shelf. read more

The global banana industry is still experiencing challenges due to increasing logistics and production costs, weather-related disruptions, and ongoing supply chain issues. In various exporting countries, producers are also struggling with labor shortages, higher fuel and fertilizer prices, and. read more

Sezon 2025/26 stał się punktem zwrotnym dla odmiany mandarynek Valley Gold, nie tylko ze względu na wzrost obszaru upraw i woluminu, ale także ze względu na strategiczne znaczenie okna handlowego. "Valley Gold wykazało niezwykłą odporność w roku z dużymi opadami deszczu. read more

In April 2026, Georgia exported 1,100 tonnes of hazelnuts valued at $11 million. This represented a 7% increase in export volume compared to April of the previous year, equivalent to 70.1 tonnes. The export value also saw a significant rise of 45%, amounting to a $3.4 million increase. Over recent years, both the export volumes and prices of Georgian hazelnuts have been on the rise. read more

The Sardinian watermelon campaign is picking up momentum with encouraging signs on the quality front and a strong push for varietal innovation. Leading the way is the Agricultural Cooperative Campidanese with the brand L’Orto di Eleonora, focusing on identity and premium references such as Gavina. read more

Efoi-European Federation of Olive Industry is born, the new European federation of table olives promoted by Assom for Italy, Pemete for Greece, and Asemesa for Spain. The new organization, based in Rome, was officially presented at Palazzo della Valle, headquarters of read more

The new 2026 marketing campaign for the Dolce Passione watermelon is launching, already available in retail outlets in Italy and abroad, as well as in some markets in major European and international cities. The Dolce Passione Consortium, which brings together Cico-Mazzoni, read more

Domestic cucumbers were the most popular in the market, with shipments from the Netherlands and Belgium following in terms of volume. Availability was sometimes limited: while some batches were reserved for grocery stores, supply was constrained by weather conditions. It was not always possible to. read more

ICR Group expects its blueberry plantations in western Georgia to produce up to 160-170 tonnes this season. The company's supervisory board chairman, Kakha Khazaradze, said the harvest season will begin at the end of this week, with almost the entire crop destined for export. "We plan to export." read more

The pomelo is a popular fruit in Asia, consumed daily and often given as a gift during celebrations. Even though it is grown in Australia, many Australians have never peeled one. Australian company JE Tipper views this as a potentially untapped market for a suitable supplier to explore. read more

The grape harvest in Sonora, Mexico started at the end of April, which is about two weeks earlier than usual. John Pandol from Pandol Brothers stated, "Currently, it is tracking about two weeks early and expected to finish about two weeks early as well." By May, around 1/3 of the harvest was already completed. read more

Polskie plantatorzy rozpoczęli rekrutację pracowników na sezonowe zbiory truskawek, malin i borówek. Według informacji przytoczonych przez Farmera, oferty dla pracowników zagranicznych stają się coraz bardziej konkurencyjne, oferując wyższe wynagrodzenie, darmowe zakwaterowanie i ograniczone wymagania kwalifikacyjne. read more

The Woolworths Vision Zero Grower Day brought together growers, researchers, technology providers, and biological input specialists to explore practical solutions to reduce chemical reliance in commercial horticulture. Held in Franschhoek, the event focused strongly on integrated pest management. read more

"Growers are currently experiencing up to a 20% increase in fuel costs and around a 10% increase in input costs, despite production volumes remaining below 2025 levels. Last week, the price of diesel rose by approximately 115 colones per liter, increasing from around 600 to over 700 colones per liter." read more

During an afternoon event held at the World Horti Center in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands, attendees delved into the newest advancements and potential business prospects in vertical farming. This sector has transitioned from a niche idea to a highly-coveted investment opportunity, and has recently gained attention through a wave of high-profile initiatives. read more