The import of Egyptian grapes for further distribution is about to begin, according to Mariya Dermendzhieva, CEO of the Bulgarian fresh produce trader Triland. She stated, "As the Egyptian citrus season is ending earlier than expected, we are shifting our focus to the upcoming grape season, which is just around the corner." read more

The Chinese blueberry market has undergone significant changes in the past twenty years, with Peru emerging as a major player. In 2024, China imported 38,743 tons of blueberries, 89% of which came from Peru. This shift reflects the increasing popularity of healthy eating among China's urban and upper-middle-class consumers. read more

At Van Ooijen Citrus, the first Spanish greenhouse cherries arrived on the market three weeks ago, but more substantial volumes have only come in this week. "Spain always starts on an empty market, so at first it's really about selling by the box. But now we've received our first full pallet of cherries." read more

Below we report a reflection by Francesco Avanzini, General Manager of Conad (pictured above), published on his LinkedIn profile regarding which strategies to adopt in light of an almost inevitable decline in volumes in the coming years. read more

The Dutch company Logitec Plus B.V. and the Chinese agricultural technology group NSTG Agri-Tech Group have officially announced the establishment of the joint venture 'VinceMark'. This strategic partnership aims to reduce supply chain costs and improve efficiency by localizing technology production, ultimately providing better... read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction on behalf of Zeeland Trade B.V. in Vogelwaarde (NL), featuring a unique selection of machinery for carrot processing, packaging, and palletizing. The auction will include sorting machines, washing machines, filling and packaging machines, brush units, and. read more

The Irish saying, "you shouldn't start sowing until" refers to waiting for the right conditions, and in March the ground conditions in Ireland were very good, ideal for preparing for sowing, according to Stephen McCormack from McCormack Family Farms, who grow herbs and leafy greens. read more

The 2025 edition of Macfrut will be a very special one for Apofruit. The international fruit and vegetable trade show, scheduled from May 6th to 8th at Rimini Fiera, will be one of the highlights of the celebrations for Apofruit's 65th anniversary. The cooperative's festivities read more

Despite the increasing demand for bananas in Namibia, the country continues to rely heavily on imports as local production remains minimal. The Namibian Agronomic Board's (NAB) Seasonal Harvest report states that bananas are one of the most widely consumed fruits globally and are considered the most popular. read more

Spring frosts are one of the biggest threats to strawberry plantations during the flowering period. They not only affect the yield potential but also increase the plants' susceptibility to fungal and bacterial diseases. Proper preparation of the plantation is crucial today. read more

April marks the beginning of the season for our industry. Late frosts are uncommon, and the first cold-resistant plants can be planted, according to Nadja Haese, Team Leader of Support, Process & Sustainability for Plants at toom. For those looking to protect their freshly planted greens from sudden cold snaps, it's a good time to be cautious. read more

Holenderskie rozwiązania dotyczące przechowywania ziemniaków i warzyw są dobrze znane na Ukrainie, a lokalni rolnicy teraz mają lepszy dostęp do finansowania budowy nowych obiektów dzięki niedawno przyjętemu programowi "Kredyty Uczciwe". Rada Ministrów Ukrainy zatwierdziła uchwałę rozszerzającą... read more

W samą porę na Dzień Matki, jeden z najbardziej ruchliwych świąt kwiatowych w roku, Society of American Florists (SAF) uruchomiła nowy kurs na żądanie, który ma pomóc kwiaciarzom przyciągnąć więcej klientów i zwiększyć sprzedaż online. "Digital Marketing for Flower Shops", dostępny teraz w ramach Edukacji Kwiatowej SAF. read more

Fresh Express® is proud to reveal its updated brand identity, marking a new era. Featuring a modernized logo, carefully redesigned packaging, and a strategic vision centered on freshness, quality, taste, and health, Fresh Express is reiterating its role as the Salad Expert and setting the stage for the future. read more

In March, the 1,300-foot-long container ship Marco Polo sailed through the Delaware River to deliver clementines from Morocco to the Packer Avenue Marine Terminal. This historic moment signified the arrival of the largest ship to ever dock at an East Coast port, showcasing the Port of Philadelphia's capabilities. read more

Jasnoczerwone, odważne i czyste w smaku: Sezon na Red Egg Mini oficjalnie się rozpoczął. Dostępny od 16. do 46. tygodnia, ten uderzający mini pomidor śliwkowy jest uprawiany w regionie Westland, gdzie bracia Eric i Leon Slaman z Kwekerij Westpoel stosują swoje rzemiosło do tej unikalnej uprawy. read more

On April 1, Ton van Dijk took over from Freek van Rijn as the General Manager of Van Dijk Heating, who now heads the parent company, Greenhouse Technology Group. Freek has expressed complete confidence in his successor, stating, "Ton has shown his abilities as a commercial director and possesses both leadership qualities and practical experience." read more

Po ubiegłorocznej obfitej uprawie cebuli Vidalia z Georgii, tegoroczna uprawa słodkiej cebuli wygląda prawie tak samo dobrze. „W ubiegłym roku mieliśmy wyjątkową uprawę w całej branży. Jeśli w zeszłym roku była ona na poziomie 10, to w tym roku prawdopodobnie jest na poziomie osiem” - mówi John Williams, dyrektor ds. sprzedaży i marketingu firmy LG. read more

Planet Rossoritorna takes the stage at Macfrut 2025. The immersive event created by Cesena Fiera and Agroterp for the world of tomatoes is evolving and aims to gather the opinions of 1,000 visitors at the Rimini event on 15 tomato varieties presented in a contest by the ten event partners, both in. read more

The operations of Meadowbrook Farms (MBF) Savannah will be carried out from De Mooij Amsterdam's location at the Food Center starting May 5th. MBF Savannah specializes in importing exotic fruits and vegetables, including haricot verts, sugar snaps, mangetouts, and various specialties from Africa... read more