Bengaluru is the Indian hotspot of horticulture this week. Today, the trade show HortiConnect India kicked off, but yesterday the Technology Vision 2030 conference took place, focusing on challenges and opportunities in the horticultural market. With over 600 growers present, a lot of knowledge was shared. read more

With the summer season now behind us and temperatures dropping, the attention of the fruit and vegetable sector shifts to autumnal excellences. Among these, the Calabrian clementine stands out, a symbol of Made in Italy and a protagonist in both national and international markets. Taking stock at the starting line read more

A true sensation in the world of agriculture: Ukrainian farmers have successfully harvested the first-ever red-and-black sweet corn, a unique hybrid developed by the seed company MNAGOR in Vinnytsia. Marketed under the name "Bordo", this super-sweet variety (Sh2 type) combines a striking appearance with resilience. read more

That Flower Feeling (TFF) has announced a new milestone: TFF is now a fully independent, freestanding entity—no longer administered by CalFlowers. This transition signals a new era for the floral sector and opens critical opportunities for industry-wide support and engagement. After five years read more

September in Wielka Brytania oznacza: Konferencję Pomidorową. Dziś odbywa się ona w Warwickshire, gdzie sektor pomidorowy Anglii się zbiera. Wartość sektora pomidorowego w Wielkiej Brytanii szacowana jest na 1 miliard funtów. Tylko 20% tego pochodzi z produkcji w kraju - więc wciąż istnieje

In September in the United Kingdom means: British Tomato Conference. Today it takes place in Warwickshire, where the English tomato sector comes together. The value of the tomato sector in the UK is estimated at £1 billion. Only 20% of this comes from domestic production – so there is still read more

"Dużo produktów, ale mało iskry w handlu," obserwuje Pieter de Ruiter z firmy 4Fruit. "Zauważasz, że wszyscy mają dużo czasu na przyjrzenie się handlowi, i zawsze coś znajdą. Na początku tygodnia miałem nadzieję, że sytuacja szybko się poprawi, ale szybko okazało się, że...

"There are plenty of products, but little spark in the trade," observes Pieter de Ruiter of 4Fruit Company. "You notice that everyone has plenty of time to look at the trade, and then people always find something. Earlier this week, I had hoped things would improve soon, but it quickly became clear..." read more

The Melbourne Market and National Flower Centre, Victoria's wholesale hub for fresh produce and cut flowers, celebrated 10 years at its Epping location with a community gathering on August 28, 2025. The event included speeches, shared stories, and a large cake adorned with fruit, vegetables, and. read more

The PEWU - Pear Efficiency Water Use project is currently underway, initiated in 2024 with the aim of reducing water consumption in pear production, one of the flagship products of the Emilia-Romagna region, which is now facing challenges due to the effects of climate change. read more

OptiGroup today announced the acquisition of important segments of the FRIS (Food, Retail, Industry, and Services) division previously owned by Paardekooper. The parent company, Koninklijke Paardekooper Group, recently filed for bankruptcy in the Netherlands. The acquisition does not cover the Paardekooper Horti segment. read more

Mekonnen Solomon, an expert in horticulture at the Ministry of Agriculture in Ethiopia, reminisces about his childhood in Merti-Methera, a town established by the Dutch agricultural company Handelsvereniging Amsterdam (HVA). HVA has been actively engaged in large-scale farming in Ethiopia's Rift Valley for many years. read more

In the last ten years, the cultivated area for tomatoes in Spain has remained between 43 and 47 thousand hectares, with a production of 4-5 million tons. Two-thirds of the production goes to the industry, while 1.5 million tons are used for the fresh market. Domestic consumption has decreased to 12 kg per capita. read more

Ahold Delhaize announced the departure of Julia Vander Ploeg from its Supervisory Board. Julia will step down from the board on October 1, 2025, after serving since April 12, 2023. read more

On the occasion of the "European Organic Day," established in 2021 to celebrate and promote organic agriculture and food, raise awareness about its benefits, and monitor progress towards more sustainable farming, a presentation was made at the Ministry of Agriculture. read more

The Consortium of PGI clementines from the Gulf of Taranto plays a strategic role in coordinating the players along the supply chain and promoting this Italian citrus fruit on the markets. Among the most active companies within the consortium is Gianni Stea Import Export Srl, an Apulian company... read more

Peruvian snow peas and sugar snaps are being delivered earlier in Europe this year thanks to a grower network that focuses on sustainable production. Shipments started in April via sea freight and will continue throughout the usual peak in September until the end of the year. FairFruit, operating under the same umbrella, is involved in this process. read more

The French interprofessional association for fresh fruit and vegetables (INTERFEL) is participating in Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid, representing approximately 90% of the French sector and organizing a delegation of over 50 companies. Export developments show that Europe remains the primary destination for French produce. read more

"2024 was a challenging year for bergamot oranges, characterized by a slowdown in the fresh market and a decrease in demand for essential oil. However, we did not cease our efforts and instead chose to respond by organizing ourselves as a group, thereby managing every aspect of the supply chain in a coordinated manner." read more

AgroBerries has announced a brand refresh, one year after its acquisition of BerryWorld Group in 2024. The company stated that the updated identity aims to reflect its expanded global footprint and align AgroBerries, BerryWorld, and its fresh-cut division, PrepWorld, under a unified visual. read more

This year has brought early ripening for apples and grapes in parts of the UK, with some crops showing high yields while others struggled under the hottest summer on record. At The Vyne in Hampshire, apple trees are carrying heavy loads of fruit. Gardener Emma Greenwood said, "It's absolutely..." read more

Zeszłego roku sezon hiszpańskich persymonów dosłownie i w przenośni "wpadł do wody". Niespotykane złe warunki pogodowe znacznie zmniejszyły plony w tamtym czasie, ale w tym roku Sharon Veroone z hiszpańskiej firmy Micofruit dostrzega przeciwny sezon. "Jakość jest doskonała. Oczywiście musimy poczekać aż... read more