The Bucha community received a gift from the Netherlands - 100,000 tulip bulbs. The announcement was made by Bucha's mayor, Anatoliy Fedoruk. Municipal workers will plant the tulips in Bucha City Park, and by spring they will bloom across large meadows. The initiative was carried out by Smit Flowers. read more

Chrysal has released its very first sustainability report—a true milestone, according to Sustainability & People Director Nora Meijerink. More than anything, though, she sees it as the next step toward greater transparency and measurable progress. "It's the first time we've shared, in detail." read more

India's coconut industry is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. "Neglected farm maintenance resulting from previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, and excessive..." read more

Despar Italy's 65th birthday was the highlight of Despar Italy's Press Day 2025, the consortium company that brings together six distribution companies and affiliated retailers under the Despar brand. The event took place today, Tuesday, October 28, in Milan at an exclusive location. read more

An event that brought together key players in the watermelon supply chain to envision the future of a crop that is becoming increasingly strategic for the Italian fruit and vegetable sector. The "Watermelon Summit 2025 - Building the Future" was held yesterday in Rome, organized by BASF. read more

For ANSU Orchids, energy savings and precision go hand in hand. Working closely with Holland Scherming and Svensson, the nursery upgraded to the new Obscura 9970 FR A blackout screen, combining innovation, trust, and craftsmanship. At ANSU in Wateringen, precision, quality, and energy savings are... read more

The United States' decision to reimpose a 17% antidumping duty on Mexican tomatoes has created new uncertainty for the country's exporters. For decades, Mexico has supplied most of the fresh tomatoes consumed in the U.S. market, maintaining an integrated supply chain that supports thousands of jobs. read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has announced a call for applications for a new grant program in the State Agrarian Registry (SAR) to assist small-scale farmers and winemakers in the Odesa region, as reported by EastFruit. This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with the... read more

Tokyo's obsession with bananas runs deep, from its famous Tokyo Banana sponge cakes to chocolate-dipped banana snacks at festivals. The beloved Tokyo Banana, made with real banana paste, was created by Grapestone Co. as a tourist souvenir rather than a local tradition, quickly becoming Japan's. read more

"The Dutch mushroom season started on September 1, and demand is on the rise," says Bert Spronk from Spronk Champignons, a mushroom farm and wholesaler in the Netherlands. "During the fall, the demand for chestnut and shiitake mushrooms typically increases. These products are becoming increasingly popular." read more

Morocco has significantly expanded its participation in the German avocado market, surpassing the export volumes during the 2024/25 season, as reported by EastFruit data. Between November 2024 and August 2025, Moroccan exporters delivered 19,600 metric tons of avocados to Germany, valued at nearly US$80 million. read more

On October 8, 19 students from Pennsylvania College of Technology studying landscape/plant production technology visited Longwood Gardens in Kennett Square. During the trip, they had the opportunity to meet with several graduates and explore the facility. The students were accompanied by faculty members Carl J. Bower Jr. and Justin Shelinski. read more

Sun World International presented its newest innovations at the Global Produce & Floral Show organized by the International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) on October 16-18, 2025, in Anaheim, California. With the company's 50th anniversary approaching next year, it embarks on one of its most transformative chapters. read more

Kolumbijskie banany nadal umacniają swoją rolę jako jeden z kluczowych produktów kraju na rynkach europejskich. Emerson Aguirre, prezes Stowarzyszenia Plantatorów Bananów Kolumbijskich (Augura), podkreślił podczas swojego udziału w wydarzeniu Fruit Attraction, że sektor eksportuje nie tylko owoce, ale także... read more

South African stonefruit producers are predicting a significant increase in nectarine production this season, with more modest growth expected for plums and peaches. read more

Tru-Cape growers in Ceres are predicting a 5-7 per cent increase in cherry production this year, with fruit quality rated as "excellent". This comes after experiencing near-perfect growing conditions in the Spring. read more

The Colombia Avocado Board (CAB) held its Annual Meeting on 16 October, bringing together directors and association members to review the year’s progress and elect the nine-member board of directors for the 2025/26 term. read more

Eurofruit starts off 2026 with its two annual special editions for Fruit Logistica, distributed at Europe's premier fresh produce trade fair in Berlin. This is an opportunity for you to connect with key decision-makers at the largest gathering of fresh fruit and vegetable professionals of the year. read more

Belgium exported nearly 500,000 tonnes of potatoes to the UK last year, mainly in frozen forms. As the leading potato exporter in Europe, Belgium now provides more than half of all imported processed potatoes in the UK, amounting to €820 million in 2024 alone. read more

The Japan Fruit and Vegetables Export Promotion Council (J-FEC) has partnered with Sanrio and its character Hello Kitty to launch the interactive digital campaign Hello Kitty Japanese Fruit Hunt. read more