"Gone are the days when Egyptian oranges were undervalued and marginalized in the market. We are now in an era of valuation and fair prices," says Mohamed Khamis, export manager at Sama Agro. According to Khamis, this is due to lower production in Egypt, better logistics conditions in the Red Sea region, and increased demand for high-quality produce. read more

Colombia is one of the world's leading exporters of cut flowers, renowned worldwide for its roses that bring brightness to homes, weddings, and holidays throughout the year. Each bloom carries a tale of meticulous propagation, advanced technology, and committed individuals who strive for consistency and quality. read more

Corrections have been made to the following text. "More and more growers and supply chain participants are opting for 'parametric climate insurance' over traditional weather insurance. According to Client Director Ard van't Veer from risk and insurance consultant Aon, this insurance type is also becoming popular in Europe. Ard van't Veer stated, "Both approaches offer..." read more

In Taquaritinga, in the countryside of the state of São Paulo, lemon orchards play a significant role in the local agriculture industry by supplying both domestic and export markets. To keep up with demand, producers are employing technology to monitor the quality of the fruits. Machines are used to assess lemons based on their appearance, weight, and read more

The European fruit and vegetable campaign is currently characterized by contrasts. There is a low garlic harvest in Spain, potato overproduction in France, and unstable onion prices influencing the market for these products in Europe. Yohan Lanoë, the head of the Lanoë Group, has analyzed the situation. read more

Blueberries have gained a larger share of the UK fruit market, with some retailers reporting higher sales than apples and pears. The trend reflects long-term investment in berry development and shifts in consumer demand. BerryWorld, a company active in the berry sector for over three decades, has played a significant role in this growth. read more

W Jaiylgan village, Manas district, farmers are getting ready to harvest "Lastochka" sweet peppers. The crop is cultivated on 5 hectares of land, with each plant yielding 4-5 peppers. The anticipated harvest is approximately 120 tonnes. The seedlings were planted in February as part of the government-supported "3+2" program. read more

The production of cut flowers along the coast has been severely hampered by climate change and water scarcity, according to grower Selcuk Celebi from southwest Turkey. "Climate change is causing a significant loss in crops," Celebi stated. "At the moment, growers are going through the last stages of the harvest." read more

"One year is never the same as the next. For example, last year we sold ginger for 30 euros per box, and now it's half that. And we see more products that were very expensive last year but now show the opposite picture," says Patrick Stoffels of Stoffels Foods. "For example, lime prices are very read more

The Agricultural Cooperative OrtoRomi, a leading company in the Italian fruit and vegetable sector, integrates the production of natural, genuine, and healthy foods with a concrete commitment to the well-being of the communities in which it operates and its employees. In particular, the company has chosen to... read more

The West Coast of North America is a crucial area for the cultivation of fresh fruits and vegetables. However, growers in this region are experiencing challenges due to the effects of heat, rain, wind, and insects. For example, in Canada's Okanagan Valley, cherry growers did not have a full crop between 2018 and 2024. read more

Fall is approaching, and the first wild mushroom harvests are already underway in some areas of Spain. The weather has been favorable, and the outlook is good. Dried and fresh mushrooms have been losing ground to frozen mushrooms due to their ease of supply and long shelf life. read more

The Madrid branch of Banco de la Nación Argentina has organized an exclusive networking and international cooperation event that will showcase some of Argentina's most important exporting companies. The event will also include European importing companies in the fruit and vegetable sector. read more

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"Fruit Attraction is becoming an increasingly strategic event for our sector and for the Alegra Group. The numbers speak for themselves: over 2,500 exhibitors, more than 70,000 square meters of exhibition space, and an expected attendance of 120,000 professionals from 150 countries. Madrid confirms itself as a hub." read more

Lovita®, the heart-shaped red-fleshed plum, entered its 6th marketing season on September 1st, 2025, with particularly favorable market conditions. Positioned in the late market, Lovita benefits from an ideal window of opportunity this year, as production in other European countries was read more

The Italian pear industry is currently going through a significant transformation. The traditional specialized regions in Northern Italy are facing a decrease in production due to urgent phytosanitary challenges. On the other hand, Southern Italy is becoming a new center for growth and innovation, drawing in new opportunities. read more

A new feasibility report has uncovered a growing opportunity to combine two of Virginia's focus sectors - data centers and controlled environment agriculture (CEA) - through strategic colocation. The report was published by the non-profit Resource Innovation Institute (RII) in collaboration with the. read more

The new kiwi season opens with a dynamic tone, with early harvests and already quite strong price requests in the countryside. Marco De Nadai, an operator specialized in exports and marketing and communication manager of the Kiwi Passion Consortium, is telling the story. read more

After years of decline, fruit and vegetable sales are once again growing in Italy. In the first half of the year, sales increased by 5.7% for vegetables and 4.3% for fruit compared to the same period in 2023. However, this is a recovery that is not yet fully complete. read more