Fresh fruit and vegetables in the UK are under pressure due to ongoing global food inflation affecting the supply chain. Increasing input costs, labor shortages, and unpredictable weather are impacting margins and availability for growers and suppliers. While food inflation has slightly eased, the challenges persist. read more

For years, Tesco has been committed to ensuring the consumption of fruits and vegetables in schools through various initiatives. For the second year in a row, they have launched the Fruit and Vegetable for Schools program. "Schools have told us about the positive impact that the Tesco Fruit and Veg for Schools program has had". read more

In the past few years, we have witnessed growers making advancements in stimulating plant growth using simple techniques. The emphasis on precision has driven this progress. By altering our approach, we saw noticeable results after just one growth cycle. With relatively straightforward investments, depending on the location, this progress has been achievable. read more

Morocco's berry sector is transitioning from strawberries to raspberries and blueberries due to changing market conditions, profitability, and increased demand from Europe. In the 2024-2025 season, Morocco exported 64,400 tons of raspberries valued at almost US$487 million, representing a 13.8% increase from the. read more

Olivia Turner remembers her mother Deborah assigning a section of the garden to her and another to her brother most weekends on their farm in Riversdale. "I recall wanting a larger plot and wishing to have the freedom to choose what to plant in it, rather than just accepting what was already there." read more

Catalytic Generators is further expanding its global reach by participating in two of the leading trade shows in the industry consecutively. Following successful networking at Fruit Attraction in Madrid, the company will now showcase its products at the IFPA Global Produce & Floral event. read more

The results of "Italy's Best Employers 2026" have been announced, the sixth edition of the independent study that awards Italian companies that stand out for creating an attractive and motivating work environment for their employees. AP Commerciale is proud to be part of this prestigious list. read more

Spain: Alcampo and Consum announce leadership changes
Carlos Pedreira Freire has been appointed as the new general manager of Alcampo, the Spanish arm of Auchan Retail. Freire succeeds Américo Ribeiro, who will join the board of Auchan Retail and serve as the president of Zenalco - Auchan's read more

Po sezonie awokado z Peru, charakteryzującym się nadmiernym dostępem, niskimi cenami i promocjami, ponownie staje się jasne, że konsumenci wolą kupować gotowe do jedzenia owoce, nawet jeśli muszą za nie więcej zapłacić. Dla sprzedawców detalicznych i dojrzewaczy stanowi to wyzwanie polegające na pozyskaniu tych owoców, minimalizując jednocześnie marnotrawstwo. read more

With the introduction of the new EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), the packaging industry underwent a significant transformation. The main factors driving this change included reducing plastic usage, adopting mono-material solutions, and enhancing recycling efficiency, impacting producers, brands, and stakeholders. read more

The Blueberry Committee of Frutas de Chile has released its second forecast for the 2025-2026 season, predicting a 1% increase in fresh blueberry shipments compared to the previous season. This confirms the continued recovery that started in 2024-2025, which saw a 5% growth in volumes following four years of decline. read more

The range of services offered by Up&Up Talent Solutions is growing. In addition to Recruitment Solutions, the company now also provides HR Solutions, Business Solutions, and Interim Solutions. Noëlle van Rijsoort-de Baan, a well-known figure in the fresh produce industry, has been added to the team to lead the Interim Solutions division. read more

Colombia has taken a significant step towards transforming its agribusiness sector with the opening of its first sustainable Hass avocado export plant. This development is a result of a strategic partnership between GreenYellow and Coltrópicos. The new infrastructure will help increase the country's capacity to read more

After two years of disappointing potato production, this is the year the Polish potato farmers finally have a high yield, says Łukasz Ostrowicz, member of the board at Polish potato packer Bugaj: "This year's potato production in Poland is significantly larger than in recent years. We had read more

"The consumption of mushrooms is expected to increase, but not as quickly as we would like," predicts Inna Ustylovska, a European mushroom market expert. Inna, who owns Mushroom Growing News, specializes in media, marketing, and consulting services for the global mushroom industry. "Many people already..." read more

The introduction of mandatory written contracts for the supply of agricultural products is announced, with some exceptions. Clearer rules for labelling and advertising. Public procurement orders should also prioritize local and seasonal products from the EU.

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Jako nowy sezon europejskich jabłek rozpoczyna się, Kanzi wprowadził odświeżoną tożsamość marki wraz z kampanią Power To Go! Premiera odbyła się na targach Fruit Attraction w Madrycie, gdzie duże banery reklamowe kampanii zostały wyświetlone na wejściach do hal wystawowych, w których prezentowano jabłka Kanzi. read more

Australia has experienced an unusually dry autumn and a delayed onset of winter, with temperatures about three degrees higher than usual. These conditions have led to a potato shortage in the country as they have affected the initiation of tubers and the number of tubers produced per plant. read more

Johnson Ngila, director of Royal Herbs Exporters in Kenya, stated that the demand for Kenyan chives is currently strong, leading to annual growth in production. He mentioned that during the current chives season, there is more demand than supply, with consistent production driving the demand. read more

Agriculture Minister Georgi Tahov announced in Sofia that farmers in the fruit and vegetable sector whose crops were damaged this year by drought and frost will receive €7.4 million (US$7.9 million) in aid from the European crisis reserve. Tahov said Bulgaria had defended its request before. read more