The 54th edition of Iberflora is taking place in Valencia, Spain, over the next few days. This trade fair for plants, flowers, machinery, and gardening serves as a meeting point for the international green industry. For three days, from October 14–16, companies from across the sector will be attending. read more

In week 41, there were mixed trends in the average prices of several fruits when comparing the current week to the previous week. Apples (Cox's orange group) experienced a price decrease, with the average price this week being £1.22 per kilogram, compared to £1.36 per kilogram in the previous week. read more

Innovation, research, and a new concept of Made in Italy: with the two new varieties of pepper MOZZAFIATO F1 and SORPRENDOR F1, HM.Clause is opening a new chapter for the Italian sector, focusing on products that combine unique shape and specific weight for the domestic market. read more

Piąty Międzynarodowy Dzień Szparagów oraz Pierwszy Międzynarodowy Dzień Owoców Jagodowych odbyły się w zeszłym tygodniu we Francji, niedaleko Bordeaux. To wspólne wydarzenie, zainicjowane przez Christiana Befve'a i współorganizowane z Macfrut oraz Interco Nouvelle Aquitaine, gromadzi specjalistów z całego świata - badaczy, read more

The African sun shines down on the fields of Kafue – a town in Zambia's Lusaka Province – as Grace Nyirongo Phiri walks among rows of vibrant, green crops just beginning to grow. The only sound is a soft hum as water flows through a system of tubes, nourishing the roots directly. read more

The lemon harvest season is currently in full swing in the Northern Hemisphere, with concentrated picking also taking place in major Chinese producing regions. While local governments initially forecasted a 30% decrease in lemon production this season, the actual harvest results show a different overall trend. read more

The vulnerability of Cocktail tomatoes on the vine to the ToBRFV virus and the technical challenges involved in their production have led most Moroccan growers to abandon them, creating an opportunity in the European market. This is according to Abderrahmane Zouhir, CEO of Krone F&V, the grower. read more

Po więcej niż dekadę doświadczeń w uprawie pionowej, Reinier Donkersloot zrozumiał, że sukces zależy od cierpliwości, inżynierii i partnerstw, a nie od obietnic typu "włącz i graj". Podczas przemówienia na Kongresie Świata Uprawy Pionowej 2025, Donkersloot, Menadżer Rozwoju Biznesu w firmie Airlux...

After more than a decade in vertical farming, Reinier Donkersloot has learned that success depends on patience, engineering, and partnerships rather than plug-and-play promises. Speaking at the Vertical Farming World Congress 2025, Donkersloot, Business Development Manager for Airlux... read more

Po ponad dekadzie pracy w pionowym rolnictwie, Reinier Donkersloot zrozumiał, że sukces zależy od cierpliwości, inżynierii i partnerskich relacji, a nie od obietnic typu „wystarczy wpiąć i grać”. Podczas przemówienia na Kongresie Świata Pionowego Rolnictwa 2025 Donkersloot, Dyrektor ds. Rozwoju Biznesu w Airlux, podzielił się tą wiedzą. read more

The growth of asparagus is dependent on temperature, with warmer days and sunlight aiding in spear development. In New Zealand, southern asparagus production is lagging slightly behind northern growers this year due to a cold and wet spring that delayed the season by several weeks. Lower soil temperatures have... read more

The Council of the European Union has adopted a decision outlining the EU's position in the EU-Ukraine Association Committee (in trade configuration) regarding the reduction or elimination of customs duties on a range of agri-food products, including fresh fruit and vegetables. The move follows a... read more

"The horticulture sector is on the brink of a new wave of consolidation," says Frank de Hek from Oaklins, a company engaged in numerous transactions within the horticultural sector. The initial wave of acquisitions occurred in plant breeding, followed by companies in plant nutrition. read more

North West, a company in the international forwarding and logistics sector, has reported that after a period of irregularities in logistic services in late 2024 and early 2025, the outlook is now better for the coming months. However, the strengthening of the euro against the dollar is a concern. read more

Yuksel Seeds and Lakeshore Veggie Growers Inc. (LVG) have signed an exclusivity agreement for the Sweetloom F1 tomato variety. The agreement was formalized during Fruit Attraction Madrid 2025 and aims to expand the availability of the variety across North America. Sweetloom F1, developed by read more

The pomegranate campaign has officially begun in the Sibari Plain for the Agricor Producer Organization in Corigliano Rossano (Cosenza), a leading point for high-quality fruits and citrus fruits with a special emphasis on sustainability and environmental respect. read more

President John Dramani Mahama is facing increasing pressure to reconsider and lower port charges, in light of his 2024 campaign promise to streamline fees in order to lighten the load on importers and enhance trade efficiency. The request was put forth by Kwaku Boamah, President of the Ghana Council in Belgium. read more

Alexandra Farms won two awards at the Outstanding Variety Competition at Proflora 2025 earlier this month. Their Magnificent Bells hellebores took First Place in the 'New Products' category, which highlights innovation in the floral industry, emerging trends, and products with dependable quality. read more

For some companies, depending on the products, shipping fruits and vegetables by sea has been losing popularity to air transport, even though it is more complicated and not all clients can afford the higher costs. Pre-prepared convenience food is also trending; it is a more expensive option, but. read more

The small berries of the Actinidia arguta species, which are closely related to the "regular" kiwi, are usually known as kiwi berries or mini berries. Sometimes they are also called honeyberries, kokuwa, kiwai, or small-fruited kiwi - as a "sharp-toothed style", like theirs. read more

A leading global supplier of blueberries, Fruitist, recently launched a new marketing campaign in Madrid. The campaign aims to promote its high-quality berries as a convenient and healthy snack option for people on the move. read more