The approach of the Christmas holidays shifts demand towards some traditional products, such as pineapples, puntarelle, and walnuts. There is also a strong presence of Italian strawberries. Oranges are in full production, with a division between Navelina and Tarocco varieties. Demand for clementines is still stagnant, being penalized. read more

The conclusion of the long-pending free trade agreement (FTA) between India and New Zealand has drawn fresh attention to Kashmir, India's largest apple-producing region, as growers and policymakers assess its implications. Under the agreement, New Zealand apples will gain limited preferential access. read more

The Citrus Research Institute (CRI) in Sargodha has started developing seedless and pigmented kinnow varieties to better meet global market demand, marking a significant change in Punjab's efforts to improve its citrus industry. Punjab has 358,000 acres dedicated to citrus cultivation, with anticipated production this... read more

Starting from 1 November 2025, Jurgen Verheyen has joined Limgroup as an Account Manager for Strawberries. With extensive hands-on experience and a solid international network in the strawberry industry, Jurgen is bringing valuable expertise to the team, as stated by Limgroup. Prior to joining Limgroup, read more

The first Edamame beans from De Aardappelhoeve appeared on Colruyt's shelves at the start of September. It was a milestone for Belgium as these locally grown soybeans were showcased in Belgian stores for the first time. This was an experiment by De Aardappelhoeve, but their ambition is substantial. Ultimately, they aim to be able to. read more

Egipt has managed to reduce the number of additional inspections on its citrus exports to the European Union, as announced by the Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk. The European Commission has approved a reduction in the extra inspection rate from 20% to 10%, as stated in an official report. read more

Let's take a look back at last month: November. With IFTF and Trade Fair Aalsmeer taking place side by side, the sector showcased new varieties, concepts, and innovations. At the same time, strategic collaborations, technological advances, and company farewells were discussed. Let's have a read! read more

Ethiopia's horticulture sector has the potential for significant advancement if the Ministry of Agriculture implements a geospatial planning tool like the Manufacturing Industry Resource Atlas recently developed in the country. This perspective is shared by Mekonnen Solomon, Senior Staff and Horticulture Export... read more

The dwuspotted cotton leafhopper, Amrasca biguttula (Ishida) (Hemiptera: Cicadellidae), is a species native to the Indian subcontinent and has become an invasive pest of cotton, okra, eggplant, and hibiscus (Hibiscus syriacus; Malvaceae) in the southeastern United States. read more

Nowa tożsamość grupy, wzrost operacyjny i ambitne rozszerzenie strony internetowej. Tak świętował swoje 30. urodziny Ranobo. Duże plany zaznaczyły ten kamień milowy. Ta belgijska firma rodzinna dostarcza produkty detaliczne, dla gastronomii oraz sektora przemysłowego. Pomimo trudnych warunków rynkowych, Gilles read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) have announced the successful completion of the design phase of a groundbreaking national strategy aimed at transforming the table grape sector in the Republic of Moldova. read more

Stakeholders in the export-oriented fruit value chain, along with the Western Cape Government and Transnet Port Terminals (TPT), are pleased to announce that the successful Public Sector Partnership (PSP) project implemented during the 2024/25 deciduous fruit export season will be renewed. read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has received recognition for some of its top breeding varieties at the 2025 Penn State University Flower Trials and the University of Tennessee Gardens, Knoxville. Three of Terra Nova's new introductions—Echinacea Revelation 'Coral', Echinacea Princess 'Bride', and Heuchera... read more

Last Wednesday, Aukje de Vries, State Secretary for Foreign Trade and Development Cooperation, paid a working visit to the Dutch grower AQ Roses, part of Rosa Plaza, in Bishoftu. The visit focused on international entrepreneurship and the interplay between trade and development cooperation. read more

A new cross-border logistics network is revolutionizing the trade of fresh produce between northwest China's Xinjiang region and Central Asia, driven by the Belt and Road Initiative. Refrigerated trucks now transport fruits and vegetables from Xinjiang to markets in Kyrgyzstan and other countries in Central Asia. read more

Bright prospects are expected for South African pomegranates in 2026, with improving exports and recently established orchards set to increase export volumes significantly over the next five years. Recent developments in Turkey and Italy have also contributed to this positive outlook. read more

Fusarium continues to be a major challenge in gerbera cultivation. It is present in almost all growing environments and cannot be completely eradicated, no matter what substrate is used. Growers therefore concentrate on controlling conditions that can inhibit its growth and minimize its impact. read more

Jiffy International, in partnership with Braam Group, a European specialist in retail-focused gardening concepts and distribution, has joined forces to enhance its position in the European home gardening market. Within this partnership, Braam Group will handle the marketing and distribution of Jiffy's products. read more

Sukanta Paul of Sukanta Overseas, a fresh produce exporter in Tripura, reports that the region's orange orchards are currently yielding good volumes, with the harvest expected to continue until February-March. He attributes this stable production to favorable weather conditions and improved orchard management practices by local farmers. read more

The Doñana Natural Area in south-western Spain is a crucial ecological region known for its biodiversity and as a key habitat for migratory birds, including the Dutch national bird, the Black-tailed Godwit. Doñana is also a significant center for soft fruit production, closely linked to. read more