The cultivation of a wide variety of cabbage vegetables has a long tradition in Switzerland. Domestic production of white cabbage is the highest, at more than 8,000 tons, which in turn contributes to the high degree of self-sufficiency. In contrast, broccoli continues to be dependent on imports. read more

Hurricane Melissa, a Category 5 storm, struck Jamaica last week, causing severe damage to the island, which heavily relies on tourism. "This hurricane is a major blow to the Jamaican economy, with significant structural damage reported in the popular tourist destination of Montego Bay," stated Evan Rees. read more

Outdoor lettuce cultivation is facing challenges as more growers are discontinuing their operations. "If there is no suitable pesticide by March, I will cease production," stated lettuce grower Wim Van Bulck in reaction to the recent prohibition of Movento usage. This pesticide was crucial in helping growers tackle aphids, a significant pest. read more

This year's weather conditions in Greece were very different from the previous year, but both years have come with their own set of challenges. According to Vasilis Xekarfotakis, the finance and sales officer for Greek kiwi exporter Nespar, a spring frost made this year's season much more difficult. read more

Realco, a historical cooperative group in the retail sector based in Reggio Emilia and with a network of over 120 stores in Emilia-Romagna (including the brands Sigma, Ecu, and Economy), has launched a restructuring plan to address a period of severe economic difficulties. read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an auction for the fruit packaging lines and machinery of F.lli Cambria S.p.A., located in Messina, Italy. This auction provides a chance for companies involved in fruit sorting and packaging to purchase high-quality, well-maintained equipment that is readily available. read more

Ethiopia has introduced a new electronic phytosanitary certification platform to enhance export compliance and traceability in its horticultural industry. The platform, known as the Integrated Export and Import Certification System (IEICS) – e-Phyto Project, is supported by funding from the European Union and TradeMark Africa. read more

FreshPlaza reports that early oranges from the Beni Mellal region of Morocco will be available on the market in November, slightly delayed as a result of unfavorable weather conditions during the summer. read more

Eksport cebuli przebiega jak w zegarku, a jednocześnie cena belki stopniowo rośnie do około 22–23 centów za średniej wielkości cebulę i 24 centy za grubą cebulę. Niemniej jednak Rinus Wisse z Wiscomex z Yerseke przestrzega przed zbyt wysokimi oczekiwaniami. "Nie powinniśmy się zbytnio unosić. read more

The amount of settlements paid by Conserve Italia to its member producers during the 2024-25 financial year, who contributed 95% of the 549,542 tons of raw materials processed including tomatoes, fruits, and vegetables, exceeded 106 million euros. read more

The Glazen Tulp Award highlights the most innovative products in the ornamental horticulture sector every year. In the Garden Plants category, three exceptional innovations have been recognized, each enhancing the garden experience in its own distinct way. From a Hydrangea to a Delphinium. read more

The European Commission is considering taking legal action against Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia for persisting in blocking imports of Ukrainian agricultural goods, as reported by Politico. Sources suggest that Brussels may potentially escalate the issue to the European Court of Justice. read more

As of January 1, 2026, bygrowers A/S will acquire Rosa Danica A/S, reinforcing its presence in the Danish and European horticulture markets. This acquisition is a pivotal aspect of bygrowers A/S's expansion strategy and aligns with its goal of providing a diverse selection of plant varieties to customers in Denmark and Europe. read more

W październiku 2025 roku Holandia potwierdziła drugie oficjalne wystąpienie szkodliwego owada Scirtothrips dorsalis na roślinach ozdobnych przeznaczonych do sadzenia. Szkodnik został odkryty w szklarni w prowincji Noord-Brabant na dziesięciu roślinach Baccharis genistelloides. Potwierdzenie laboratoryjne było obowiązkowe. read more

Multi-sector planning and cooperation between government agencies and the private sector have been instrumental in transforming the South African export logistics sector. read more

The Fepex Tomato Committee, which represents growers and exporters in Andalusia, Murcia, the Valencian Community, and the Canary Islands, is planning to request EU officials not to approve the agreement between the European Commission and Morocco, as reported by Fruitnet. read more

Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry of Turkey has predicted a decrease in national citrus production for 2025. Oranges and lemons production is expected to decrease by 15.0% and 34.8% respectively compared to the previous year. read more

IGD has released its Global Retail Trends 2026 report, which highlights seven key trends that will shape the food and grocery industry in the coming year. read more

The Fepex Tomato Committee, which represents growers and exporters in Andalusia, Murcia, the Valencian Community, and the Canary Islands, is planning to ask EU officials not to approve the agreement between the European Commission and Morocco. read more

The UK's controlled environment horticulture sector has warned that a massive 94% increase in electricity network charges, set to take effect in April 2026, could lead to widespread business failures and higher food prices. read more