For the tenth consecutive year, Ukrainian and Polish farmers gathered in the Lutsk district of the Volyn region for an annual Field Day dedicated to potato production. This season, 79 varieties of seed potatoes, both Ukrainian and European, were presented, grown on 30 hectares. "We focus on" read more

Stars for Europe (SfE), the consortium of European Poinsettia breeders, is launching its annual promotional campaign for the holiday season. Co-funded by the European Union, the campaign targets growers, exporters, retailers, webshops, and other sales channels in the Netherlands. read more

Avocados have been cultivated in Tanzania since the 1890s. The global demand for this crop is continuously increasing, with the industry's value reaching US$16.24 billion in 2024 and projected to grow to US$23 billion by 2029. Tanzania has become the fourth-largest exporter of avocados in Africa, following Kenya and South Africa. read more

MEC Nakedi Kekana hosted six Regional Ministers from Ghana on a study tour focused on agriculture and rural development. The visit included farm visits in Groblersdal, one of South Africa's key irrigation hubs. At the welcome ceremony, MEC Kekana positioned Limpopo as South Africa's main fresh agricultural produce supplier. read more

Turkey's annual inflation rose to 33.29% in September, exceeding forecasts of 32.5%, as reported by the Turkish Statistical Institute. Monthly inflation reached 3.23%, up from 2.04% in August. Year-on-year, the prices of food and non-alcoholic beverages increased by 36.1%, while housing costs rose by 51.4%. read more

Although Italians primarily choose a grocery store based on the quality of fruits and vegetables it offers, in recent years we have not seen the revolutions that have characterized other departments, such as wine, which is now sold in dedicated small shops. read more

The New Zealand brand Rockit is promoting its snack-sized apples as a unique gift option for the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, a time of high consumer demand in the country. The company kicked off its campaign on September 24th with an event at the Fresh Hippo (Hema) headquarters in Shanghai,... read more

Włochy zanotowały wzrost cen truskawek na początku października po spadku we wrześniu, co wynikało z chłodniejszej pogody, która spowolniła dojrzewanie i ograniczyła podaż. W południowych Włoszech trwa zasiew, a dane dotyczące popytu wskazują na silne nawyki zakupowe gospodarstw domowych. W Holandii, plantatorzy w szklarniach donoszą o stabilnych wolumenach. read more

Potato prices in Bangladesh have dropped to below Tk 20 (US$0.17) per kilogram from Tk 25 (US$0.21) a month ago, causing losses for farmers due to oversupply. The Trading Corporation of Bangladesh stated that retail prices range from Tk 18 to Tk 25 (US$0.15–0.21) per kilogram, indicating a decrease. read more

It's wonderful that we celebrate the delicacy of small, exquisite flavor bombs – tomatoes with a Brix level over 9, robust vines, and an impressive shelf life. They sparkle like pieces of gold, or like a little angel joyfully spreading sweetness on your tongue. A genuine indulgence, a delight for the. read more

India's onion market is currently experiencing a period of abundant supply and high quality of both pink and red onions, according to Shvam Dhumal, Director at fresh produce exporter Agroindi EXIM Pvt Ltd., located in Maharashtra, India. "This year, we have good availability of both pink and red onions due to production." read more

The Managing Director of National Fruit Pakistan, Shoaib Ahmad Basra, stated that the potato market in Pakistan has experienced significant growth in the last 15 months. "Potato production has reached historically high levels of around 9 to 9.5 million tonnes in the 2024-25 season, marking a 20% increase from the previous year." read more

For the third year in a row, Ukraine has started the onion season with historically low prices. Analysts are reporting wholesale prices ranging from UAH 5–10 (US$0.12–0.25) per kilogram, and anticipate further decreases due to the abundance of medium and low-quality onions still available on the market. Onions are a significant crop in the country... read more

Różnica w cenie między różnymi odmianami egipskich granatów rośnie, ponieważ świadomość konsumentów jest obecnie bardziej wyraźna - informuje FreshPlaza. read more

Ventura, a leading brand in the dried fruit sector, is pleased to announce that once again this year it will be the Official Health Supplier of the Oysho Milano Premier Padel P1, the prestigious international tournament that will take place from October 6 to 12, 2025 at the Allianz Cloud in Milan. read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced that it will allow imports of red and white onions, as well as carrots, to help stabilize retail prices in local markets. The announcement was made by DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. during the 47th Meeting of the ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry. read more

Grape varieties from the Byzantine era that were discovered in Israel's Negev desert are now being replanted after over a thousand years, reviving ancient farming practices that once provided wine to Mediterranean markets. The new vineyard is being established at Shivta National Park, located within the remains of the Byzantine-era settlement. read more

"We are a bit in each other's way," is how Stephan van Marrewijk of Vicasol sums up the Spanish fruit and vegetable season. "The Spanish season is starting slowly, but many countries still have their own productions. From next week, I expect many customers to switch to the Spanish product. read more

The concept of ÉVO® HASS was conceived by Troy Agosti a few years ago with the goal of transforming avocados from a commodity into a high-value fruit. The focus was on creating a unique selling point. "ÉVO HASS is a fresh produce solution designed to ensure superior eating quality, minimize waste, and read more

Albert van der Merwe from Sonop Boerdery, a farm in Noordoewer growing tomatoes, butternuts, and table grapes, stated that over a thousand employees have been sent home, and there is a possibility that the final 3,000 tonnes of their tomatoes may need to be destroyed due to South Africa closing its border to Namibian produce. read more