Punctual, as always, Preludio Enza Zaden opens the spring fennel harvest in Campania. The freshness of the young product, capable of enhancing all the characteristics of crunchiness and aroma, finds its maximum expression in Preludio. "Earliness, quality of the head, color." read more

Czternaście lat po wprowadzeniu Porozumienia o Promocji Handlu między USA a Kolumbią, przemysł kwiatowy nadal stanowi jeden z najmocniejszych symboli bliskich relacji między oboma krajami — generując miejsca pracy, wzmacniając handel i tworząc wspólny wzrost dla społeczności. read more

This May, Orchid Conservation Chelsea - an international partnership of orchid experts including many from the UK, China, and the USA - will come together at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show to showcase the beauty, diversity, and critical conservation needs of one of the most extraordinary plant families on the planet. read more

The sector of Ecuadorian pitahaya has experienced significant growth in recent years, with our sales consistently increasing annually. We currently export to around 15 countries across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America. Some of our primary markets include Hong Kong, Singapore, the United States. read more

Ambius recently transported a historic sapling tree to Wagner College on Staten Island on behalf of the Anne Frank Center USA, marking the latest chapter in an ongoing partnership between the two organizations. The sapling was picked up from Vallonia Nursery in Indiana and transported to Wagner. read more

The Van Egmond Groep, a potting soil producer based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, has acquired all shares of SIA Unguri, a Latvian producer of peat and peat products. The acquisition strengthens the company's position as a supplier of high-quality substrates and raw materials. read more

The increasing utilization of recycled plastic in food packaging and other food contact materials (FCMs) presents environmental advantages but also raises food safety issues, as stated in a recent report by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations. The report discusses the food safety implications of this trend. read more

Ecuadorian company Naturfreeze Ecuador is betting on the growth of the freeze-dried products market, a sector that is gaining popularity in Europe and the United States. This market offers natural snacks with an extended shelf life and does not require refrigeration. Vicente Muentes, a partner at the company, read more

In Spain, spring continues to bill fruit-growing areas. After a series of thunderstorms accompanied by hail that has been affecting various productive areas of the country since April, the latest significant episode hit the province of Lleida a few days ago. read more

The joint participation of the Municipality of Milan, Sogemi, and Milano Ristorazione at Tuttofood 2026 has concluded. They showcased the city model of an integrated urban food system. The three entities presented a public coordination experience that focuses on quality. read more

Z wszystkich kontenerów rafy przybywających do portu w Rotterdamie w Holandii, około 98% jest następnie transportowanych ciężarówkami. Według Chrisa Reidsmy, można to zrobić bardziej efektywnie i zrównoważenie. Jego firma, Raillogix, skupia się na transportze kolejowym chłodzonych kontenerów jako alternatywie.

Raillogix is a company that focuses on refrigerated rail transport as an alternative to truck transport for around 98% of reef containers arriving at the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands, according to Chris Reidsma. read more

Indian fresh produce exporters are facing increasing pressure to increase the volume of their products while reducing costs. They are navigating crowded cold chains and looking for ways to use less plastic without compromising the shelf-life or appearance of their products. "Traditional packaging such as clamshells and trays often take up unnecessary space in cartons and pallets, leading exporters to" read more

The SnapDragon apples grown in Poland recently had to withstand heavy frosts in the past weeks, but overall the fruitlets are recovering, according to Kamila Jankowska, owner of the Polish apple tree nursery Perfect Fruits Sp. z O.O.: "Regarding the frost damage that Polish apple growers recently experienced,…" read more

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is opening a new R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería – a cutting-edge facility specifically designed to address the emerging pathogens that are causing damage to crops and affecting the livelihoods of growers globally. This new center is part of a broader Innovation Center presence in El Ejido. read more

"EU retailers require more than just fruit; they also need supply predictability, product traceability, and reduced losses," says David Saakyan, founder of BellyBella Fruit Company, an Armenian producer and exporter of flat peaches, flat nectarines, and plums. read more

After the success of the "Avocado Academy", Spreafico Francesco & F.lli, a leader in the fruit and vegetable sector for 70 years, presents the new "Berries Academy", a training project entirely dedicated to the world of small fruits - blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries - designed to accompany... read more

The fifth issue of "The Strawberry Patch" this year has an exceptionally international character. We take you to leading farms and production centers in the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands, and Germany, where we showcase modern strawberry cultivation technologies and trends. read more

Monrovia celebrated the launch of its new Centennial Ruby™ hydrangea with a special garden event at the Pasadena Showcase House of Design, as part of the company's yearlong celebration honoring 100 years of horticultural craftsmanship and innovation. As an official garden partner of the Pasadena read more

According to EastFruit, Morocco has greatly increased its presence in the tomato market in Northern Europe, with direct exports to Finland doubling in the current season. Between July 2025 and February 2026, Finland imported 2,200 tons of Moroccan tomatoes, worth almost EUR 6 million. read more

New Zealand: Foodstuffs South Island CEO Mary Devine to step down

Foodstuffs South Island (FSSI) announced that Chief Executive Officer Mary Devine will step down from her role at the end of 2026. FSSI Chair Marcel Gray said Devine had decided it is the right time to leave the co-operative. read more