Let's take a look back at September 2025. In the Netherlands, Bunnik Group announced it will wind down all business activities after failing to return to profitability. Meanwhile, Colombia reached a historic milestone with its first-ever maritime export of live ornamental plants to the United States. read more

The red bracts and green foliage of the poinsettia may be a seasonal icon, but behind every flawless display is high-tech greenhouse production, round-the-clock attention, and thin margins. Today, only four Irish nurseries produce poinsettias (down from seven a decade ago), growing over read more

Brytyjskie truskawki są teraz dostępne w sezonie zimowym dzięki dodaniu szklarniowo uprawianych owoców z Dyson Farming do oferty Nationwide Produce dla hurtowników, restauratorów i klientów usług gastronomicznych. Truskawki są produkowane w 26-akrowym obiekcie szklarniowym. read more

Zbiór truskawek właśnie rozpoczął się w południowych Włoszech, a wstępne opinie rynkowe są pozytywne. Jest to szczególnie godne uwagi, biorąc pod uwagę dane z poprzedniego sezonu oraz obszar pod uprawę. "Po udanej kampanii, spoglądamy w przyszłość 2026 roku z wielkimi oczekiwaniami. read more

FAO is introducing a new grant program for small-scale berry producers and aggregation businesses in the Volyn, Zakarpattia, Ivano-Frankivsk, Lviv, Ternopil, Chernivtsi, Khmelnytskyi, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. This initiative is aimed at micro and small producers who are registered in the State Agrarian Register. read more

W środowisku presji kosztowej, niepewności klimatycznej i poszukiwania opłacalnych i bezpiecznych odmian, niektórzy producenci cytrusów coraz częściej zwracają się ku alternatywom, takim jak chroniony mandarynka Valley Gold, która stała się bardziej popularna w Hiszpanii. "Pracowałem z odmianami dotkniętymi wieloma problemami. read more

The current Moroccan avocado season did not meet the expectations of many small-scale producers. Said Abarchih, a grower near Kenitra, reported that the season was unprofitable due to natural and commercial factors. "Our problems started with significant yield losses, which reached 70% of a." read more

A.H. Worth has recently launched a new red kale variety in Tesco's Finest range, which has been made available since December 15th in 275 Tesco stores throughout the UK, as well as on the retailer's online platform. This new addition complements the supplier's existing offerings of kale and cavolo nero within the premium brassica category. read more

A company that has been in business for 140 years experiences both prosperous and challenging times. This is especially evident in the horticulture industry, which is greatly influenced by economic and market fluctuations. Royal Brinkman, a family-owned business based in Westland, Netherlands, is well aware of this reality as it marks its 140th anniversary this year. read more

From January 27 to 30, 2026, IPM Essen will provide trade visitors with a diverse program on three stages at Messe Essen: the Gardeners Forum in Hall 2, the Innovation Center Horticultural Technology in Hall 4, and the new Woodland Arena in Hall 7. All forums will feature a combination of current research and practical know-how. read more

After the success of the last edition, Macfrut is boldly relaunching the Berry Area 2026, which will feature an expanded exhibition space, an enhanced scientific program, and an increasingly international scope. The initiative reaffirms itself as a reference point for the entire supply chain. read more

The Green Line looks to the Midwest. And confirms the opening of its first plant in the United States, in North Baltimore, in Northwest Ohio, to produce fresh soups. The new plant, covering 9,500 square meters, is the result of a $15 million investment. It will start... read more

Eksport owoców Nowej Zelandii wzrósł o 28 procent do 6,1 miliarda nowozelandzkich dolarów w roku zakończonym w listopadzie 2025 roku, zgodnie z danymi opublikowanymi przez Stats NZ. Przy założonym kursie wymiany oznacza to około 3,54 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich. Wzrost był wspierany przez popyt z Chin na złoto.

New Zealand's fruit exports increased by 28 percent to 6.1 billion New Zealand dollars in the year ended November 2025, according to data released by Stats NZ. Based on the stated exchange rate, this equals approximately US$3.54 billion. The increase was supported by demand from China for gold. read more

At Asia Fruit Logistica in September, Detpak showcased the first product from its latest Berry Fresh packaging collection, a strawberry punnet that aims to establish new benchmarks in berry packaging. Developed in partnership with industry collaborators from Australasia, Asia, and the Americas, this punnet prioritizes... read more

Tuttofood will take place in Milan from 11 to 14 May 2026, with an expanded focus on fruit and vegetables through its Tutto fruit & veg area. According to the organizers, around 80% of exhibitors have already been confirmed, including approximately 30% from outside Italy. More than 70 countries will be participating. read more

From 27 to 30 January, IPM Essen 2026 will offer trade visitors a diverse program on three stages at Messe Essen: the Gardeners Forum in Hall 2, the Innovation Center Horticultural Technology in Hall 4, and the new Woodland Arena in Hall 7. All forums combine current research with practical know-how. read more

Ibrahim Dawa, general manager of Al Mostafa, stated that the current Egyptian orange season will provide much-needed relief to exporters after two to three turbulent seasons. "We anticipate a more tranquil, predictable, and stable export season. Additionally, the local orange processing industry is expected to benefit from the improved conditions." read more

Tropical fruit grower and importer Tierra Suelta reports that there are abundant supplies of dragon fruit currently available for retail promotions. "We are now in the peak dragon fruit season, with 40,000 boxes arriving weekly," said Steve Stutz, VP of Sales. "For the next two months, our state-of-the-art packing... read more

"Today, the business does not tolerate any mistakes; the current trend is to produce less but of higher quality. The table grape season has similar volumes but requires a more diverse mix of varieties," said Christopher Dixon, quality manager at Rio Blanco. "We started the season gradually, especially in Copiapó, with..." read more

An organized agricultural zone will be established in Antalya, which plays a significant role in Turkey's production and export of cut flowers and ornamental plants, to enhance productivity in the sector. Many cut flowers, particularly carnations, grown in Antalya's greenhouses are exported to 80... read more