A diverse selection of pears was on offer, with Italian varieties being the most prominent compared to domestic and Turkish ones. Additionally, deliveries from the Netherlands, France, Belgium, and Spain added to the European supply. According to the German BLE, there were also imports from Chile and a limited number from South Africa, but these had already... read more

The Global Vertical Farming Show concluded today in Dubai after two days of bringing together policymakers, investors, technology providers, and growers to explore how vertical farming can scale in the Middle East and beyond. Discussions focused on capital, partnerships, and the role of this innovative farming method. read more

"Export of Bhagwa pomegranates from India is set to have a robust season," says Ankit Thakkar, Operations Head at Fresh and Fair Exporters. "Our packing operations will commence from the last week of September in Maharashtra, then move on to Gujarat, and run through February and March." Thakkar added that... read more

Potato growers in Hokkaido, Japan's largest potato-producing region, are reporting lower yields this season as prolonged summer heat impacts crop quality and size. The Tokachi region, which alone accounts for around 30% of Japan's potato output, has been particularly affected. Farmer Yoshii read more

Arrigoni, a global player in the design and production of technical fabrics for agriculture, is returning to Fruit Attraction (Hall 8, booth D26), the important event dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector scheduled from September 30 to October 2 at IFEMA, in Madrid. read more

Według prognozy Ailimpo, Hiszpania wyprodukuje 101 660 ton grejpfrutów w sezonie 2025/2026, co oznacza 5% mniej niż 107 010 ton osiągniętych w sezonie 2024/2025 (według wstępnego bilansu, który uwzględnia eksportowaną, przetworzoną i sprzedawaną na rynku krajowym owoców). read more

Winemaking and kiwi farming are two major industries in Chile. While kiwis are currently experiencing record-high prices, the grape industry is under pressure to innovate and introduce new varieties to keep up with global market trends. In this evolving landscape, Bycifrut highlights the significance of diversification. read more

The new 100-gram pack of table grapes is fresh, modern, and convenient. It is designed to make this fruit a daily snack option. The concept was developed by the Lonigro Group in Noicattaro, Apulia, Italy. Francesca Lonigro, the company's sales manager (pictured on the side), explains: "Many read more

"The past few months have been particularly dynamic for Isolcell, a company specializing in fruit and vegetable preservation technologies," reports Tito Spaldi, the company's international sales manager, who emphasizes that activities have affected various geographic regions and involved multiple developments. read more

Apples remain the most sold and consumed fruit in Italy today: available all year round, they represent a daily choice for millions of families. According to the latest market studies, consumption is particularly strong among young people under 45 years of age, attracted by the new varieties. read more

Sezon hiszpańskich owoców pestkowych zbliża się do końca. Był to trudny sezon z powodu niekorzystnej pogody, ale popyt był silny w pierwszych miesiącach sezonu. "To był trudny sezon ze względu na niestabilność klimatu, co wymagało od nas szczególnej uwagi na każdy detal". read more

The Global Vertical Farming Show concluded today in Dubai, after two days of bringing together policymakers, investors, technology providers, and growers to explore how vertical farming can scale in the Middle East and beyond. Discussions centered on capital, partnerships, and the role of. read more

As part of the Strawberry Inspirations project, we are visiting a plantation planted at the end of May, where growers have observed issues with root development and plant health. This is a common challenge, especially in conditions with large temperature fluctuations. The first harvest has already been collected from this plantation. read more

Współczesne rolnictwo i ogrodnictwo, temperatura i wilgotność są kluczowymi czynnikami wpływającymi na kwiaty i nasiona. Zbyt wysoka lub zbyt niska temperatura i wilgotność nie tylko wpłyną na wskaźnik kiełkowania nasion, ale mogą także prowadzić do pogorszenia jakości kwiatów oraz wystąpienia chorób. read more

Eksport słodkich ziemniaków z Egiptu do Francji nadal rośnie. W sezonie MY 2024/25 (lipiec-czerwiec) dostawy przekroczyły 40 000 ton, ustanawiając nowy rekord. Przychody z eksportu wyniosły 33,3 miliona dolarów, również najwyższe w historii. Ta objętość jest dwukrotnie większa niż w poprzednim roku obrotowym i większa niż read more

The Egyptian sweet potato season is ongoing despite allegations of overproduction. These accusations are being raised by local producers who are already well-established in the market. They claim that newcomers are entering the industry by copying their methods, undercutting prices, and negatively impacting the sector as a whole. read more

The Global Vertical Farming Show concluded today in Dubai, after two days of bringing together policymakers, investors, technology providers, and growers to explore how vertical farming can scale in the Middle East and beyond. Discussions centered on capital, partnerships, and the role of the industry in addressing food security and sustainability challenges. read more

The coconut sector in Indonesia is under increasing pressure as the rising exports of fresh coconuts, especially to China, are taking up a larger portion of the country's production and making it challenging for processors to obtain raw materials. As reported by the Indonesian Coconut Processing Industry Association (Hipki), the demand for fresh coconuts is on the rise. read more

With the beginning of the 2025/26 avocado season, Israel is once again anticipating a total harvest of approximately 220,000 tons, a volume similar to that of last year. Around 120,000 tons of this harvest will be allocated for export, with the remaining portion being consumed within the domestic market. The cultivation area has... read more

The Dramm Corporation has promoted Devon Vanzalen to the position of Regional Sales Associate for the Niagara Region of Ontario, Canada. Devon has been assisting Dramm customers for the past 10 years as an inside sales and service representative in the company's Canadian office. Along with his existing responsibilities, he will now be focusing on sales in the Niagara Region. read more