Remie Dewitte, Commercial Director of the Belgian cooperative REO, stated that 2025 was a challenging year for winter vegetables. "Supply and demand were out of sync," he explained. Both in Belgium and across Europe, production quantities were high, but demand was low. A mild autumn led to decreased consumption, resulting in a challenging situation. read more

Sezon mandarynek w Turcji był znacząco lepszy niż w ubiegłym roku, mówi Coskun Eren, dyrektor ds. marketingu tureckiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Eren: "Sezon mandarynek w tym roku był jednym z najmocniejszych w ostatnich latach. Plon i jakość znacząco się poprawiły w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem." read more

As of February 24, 2026, the European potato sector is experiencing the consequences of production growth surpassing demand in a supply chain driven by contracts. According to Eurostat, EU potato production reached 50.8 million tons in 2024, marking a 5.5% increase from 2023 and indicating a significant production surplus. read more

If there is one key takeaway from Fruit Logistica Berlin, it is that mono-material packaging is becoming an increasingly important requirement. Retail chains from Northern Europe to Australia now require packaging made of one material to help consumers easily identify it. read more

Eksport świeżych owoców stał się coraz bardziej skomplikowany z powodu napięć logistycznych, silniejszej konkurencji i rosnących oczekiwań klientów. W celu wzmocnienia swojej pozycji na odległych rynkach, francuscy eksporterzy jabłek Select Fruit i Cofruid'Oc Méditerranée stworzyli sojusz Tasty and Select. read more

Since the beginning of the current week, analysts from the EastFruit project have observed new negative price trends in the Ukrainian market for table beets. The main cause of the price decrease is attributed to an increase in the supply of root crops. Many local producers have taken this into consideration. read more

The Institute of Flowers in Ireland has announced a new multi-year educational partnership with floral designer Joseph Massie, marking a significant advancement for professional floristry in Ireland. This collaboration aims to offer sustained support, top-tier training, and creative motivation to aspiring florists. read more

387 kilograms of hashish hidden in a truck coming from Barcelona were identified and seized. This is what Tgcom24 reports: a major drug seizure between Naples and Caserta. read more

What price for currants for the industry can signify market stabilization and the end of years-long price fluctuations? This is one of the key questions that was raised during the Currant Conference in Radziejowice, which gathered over 200 growers from all over. read more

In 2026, Levantia Seed introduces two new green kabocha squash varieties to the commercial market: Amamy F1 (KG84) and Bombonera F1 (KG65). Following pre-commercial trials in various production areas, the two varieties are poised to become permanent fixtures in cultivation programs, offering producers solutions. read more

The weight of the potato category in the fruit and vegetable department requires a thorough analysis of the dynamics influencing economic results. Observing sales performances in supermarkets over time is essential to understanding the situation. read more

Potato production is increasingly shifting towards data-driven management as farmers incorporate artificial intelligence, robotics, and sensor networks into their field operations. Given the sensitivity of potatoes to bruising, soil conditions, and moisture levels, real-time systems are being employed to minimize mechanical damage... read more

The Port of Alicante has launched a scheduled shipping service to the Port of Dakar. This new route creates a dependable logistics link between West Africa and the province of Alicante, with the goal of enhancing competitiveness and aiding the local fruit and vegetable sector. The commencement of this route... read more

Akorn Technology, an innovator in all-natural coatings and postharvest treatments for fresh fruits and vegetables, is expanding its presence in the Global South with the launch of a new venture in the UAE. This move comes after the company's recent victory in the UAE FoodTech Challenge, where it was selected from an initial pool of 1,215 participants. read more

The strajk w Zim Integrated Shipping Services zakończył się po osiągnięciu porozumienia w zasadzie między związkiem zawodowym pracowników, zarządem Zim i nabywającym przewoźnikiem Hapag-Lloyd. Ten rozwój usuwa przeszkodę dla planowanego przejęcia. Pracownicy wrócili do pracy po negocjacjach, które doprowadziły do...

The strike at Zim Integrated Shipping Services has ended following an agreement in principle between the workers' union, Zim management, and acquiring carrier Hapag-Lloyd. The development removes an obstacle to the planned takeover. Employees returned to work after negotiations led to... read more