Today, BASF's horticultural seeds business announced an investment of 40 million euros for the modernization and expansion of its seed processing facilities at the headquarters in Nunhem, Netherlands. This strategic project emphasizes the read more

In the consumer goods market, a strong identity is a strategic tool to guide choices on the shelves and generate value for the entire supply chain. With this approach, New Factor has presented the ambitious rebranding project initiated in 2024, a journey that redefines. read more

This year, Agraya GmbH celebrates a 25-year journey of promoting sustainable agriculture on a global scale. Established as a project driven by retailers in 2001, the company has adapted strategically to meet evolving regulatory, market, and supply chain requirements. In the span of over twenty years, it has expanded into read more

W marcu polskie eksport jabłek na rynki poza Unią Europejską utrzymał się na wysokim poziomie. Według danych Związku Sadowników Rzeczypospolitej Polskiej, opartych na certyfikatach fitosanitarnych polskiej firmy owocowej, wyeksportowano 45 563 tony jabłek. read more

Sweden: ICA to strengthen promotions planning with RELEXRELEX Solutions reported: "ICA Sverige AB (ICA), Sweden's largest and leading grocery retailer, is expanding its long-standing collaboration with RELEX Solutions to support end-to-end promotions planning across their operations. ICA will read more

German-born Valerie Whyte has a unique perspective on avocado farming, as she sees it from both sides. On one hand, her friends in Germany express their worries about the environmentally destructive and water-intensive practices they see in the media related to avocado farming. On the other hand, Valerie has firsthand experience in farming avocados herself. read more

The 18th edition of the International Exhibition of Agriculture in Morocco has come to a close. Spanning nine days from April 20 to 28, this edition surpassed previous records. It was the largest yet, featuring 1,590 exhibitors, including 370 international exhibitors from 76 countries. read more

Pierwsze wysyłki egipskich winogron stołowych są już przygotowane na rynki europejskie. Według Amra Badrawy, założyciela i menedżera Sobek Export, sezon otwiera się w warunkach wyjątkowo silnego popytu, wspieranego przez ograniczoną dostępność z konkurencyjnych regionów i zwiększone zapotrzebowanie na...

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La Linea Verde is focusing decisively on the fresh convenience segment, presenting at Macfrut a detailed package of innovations for the refrigerated counter. Matteo Laconi, marketing manager, is presenting them, highlighting how the company is working to expand the product range and stimulate new trends. read more

During FlowerTrials (9–12 June), Kolster, a breeder from Boskoop in the Netherlands, will be unveiling nine new garden plants as part of its Magical Garden Plants concept. The breeder has carefully chosen healthy and strong varieties that contribute to the success of growers. These shrubs and read more

Ramon Fernandez-Pacheco, Andalusia's Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, has urged for a "serious" approach to the implementation of trade agreements with third countries. He specifically mentioned the issue of tomatoes related to the agreement with Morocco as a "painful case" for local growers. read more

It's not just a business matter, but a matter of giving back. read more

Regulations, sustainability requirements, and evolving consumer preferences are creating greater challenges for the packaging of fresh produce. In this context, banding, which involves grouping products together with a thin paper band, is becoming increasingly popular. In the Netherlands, Looye Kwekers recently implemented this method and showcased how... read more

One year after the previous survey, Italyfruit News' analysis of six grocery chains in Parma on the assortment of fresh-cut vegetables highlights some significant changes in the chains' strategies. Despite an already wide-ranging context, read more

According to the latest data from Algori, reported by FoodRetail.es, for the first 16 weeks of 2026, Mercadona remains firmly the leader in modern distribution in Spain, but it is no longer the brand with the highest growth rate. Running faster are Lidl and Aldi, which... read more

Italian families confirm a strong focus on healthy, sustainable nutrition and plant-based products, rediscovering the pleasure of cooking at home. This is what emerges from the analysis presented by ISMEA at Macfrut 2026, titled "Fruit and vegetable purchases". read more

The 43rd edition of Macfrut, a prominent international trade fair focused on fruit and vegetables, concluded in Rimini on Thursday, April 23, 2025, slightly earlier than its usual May schedule in previous years. Next year, the event will also be held during the same week. read more

Orsero S.p.A. ("Orsero"), a leader in the Mediterranean Europe for the import and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables, informs that Hermanos Fernández López ("Fernández") - a Spanish company within the Group and a leader in the Iberian Peninsula - has finalized the acquisition. read more

The Horticultural Trades Association (HTA), Union Fleurs, the European Nurserystock Association (ENA), VGB, and Royal Anthos collaborated at the EU's embassy in London for Flowers and Plants of Europe - an industry event aimed at showcasing horticulture and floriculture and discussing their common goals. read more