Makins, a soft fruit supplier to UK retailers, has applied to Leeds City Council to continue accommodating seasonal workers in 84 static caravans at Sturton Grange Farm in Micklefield, near Garforth. The company, which supplies Morrisons and Aldi, stated that it needs space for up to 325 workers. read more

Autopack, an independent integrator of packaging lines based in Hereford, has acquired Autopak Machinery, a Nottingham-based company specializing in bag filling and handling equipment. This acquisition enhances Autopack's capabilities in the flexible packaging market and complements its broader offerings in... read more

Due to the Onam festival, flower sales surged at the Thovalai flower market as people from Kerala and the district flocked to the market on Wednesday and Thursday. Thovalai, famous for its fragrant flowers, experienced a high number of visitors, including buyers from Kerala and across Kanniyakumari. read more

"This year also marks the beginning of "Dedicated Card for You", a structural measure included in the Budget Law to support families in purchasing essential items. It is a tool that confirms the attention of the Meloni Government towards families living..." read more

W zeszłym roku wystąpił niedobór cykorii belgijskiej, co skutkowało wysokimi cenami, sytuacja w tym roku jest jednak zupełnie inna. "Sprzedaż była trudna przez cały rok. Jest znacznie więcej korzeni cykorii, a popyt od dłuższego czasu pozostaje na niskim poziomie. Na szczęście, być może ze względu na koniec lata..." read more

On September 2 and 3, 2025, VLAM once again participated in the Four Oaks trade fair in the United Kingdom. This year, eleven Flemish nurseries stood together at the shared pavilion. It was a strategic move to have a strong presence in a key export market, as the UK continues to be one of the most important destinations for Flemish exports. read more

Competition in the global fruit market is becoming more intense, requiring growers to prioritize quality, possess accurate information, and make swift decisions in order to differentiate themselves. Developing more resilient varieties, effectively managing post-harvest processes, and analyzing market trends have now become crucial factors in achieving success. read more

Rząd szwedzki ogłosił plany tymczasowego obniżenia podatku od wartości dodanej (VAT) na żywność do 6% w ramach zbliżającego się projektu budżetu na rok wyborczy. Premier Ulf Kristersson oświadczył w czwartek, że środek ten ma na celu wsparcie gospodarstw domowych i szerszej gospodarki w obliczu słabego wzrostu. read more

Last summer, Kees Oskam sold his three companies to Van Kessel Fruit Velddriel. Since then, the fruit business has been on the back burner for the first time in his career. "After getting my Havo diploma, I worked full-time and with great satisfaction in fruit for 49 years, and those ten read more

This week, prices of imported avocados, blueberries, and Xinjiang plums rose significantly due to reduced supply. At the same time, Vietnamese durian arrivals are increasing, with prices lower than last week, and the first batch of Cambodian durians has entered the market. Peruvian avocados are... read more

Blueberries from Zimbabwe can now be exported to the Chinese market for the very first time, following the signing of a new protocol between the two countries in Beijing. The Horticultural Development Council (HDC) welcomes the agreement, which opens the door for local growers to expand into a new market. read more

The Vietnamese fruits are attracting international attention at Asia Fruit Logistica 2025, which is being held from September 3-5 at the AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong, China. This trade fair has gathered 760 exhibitors from 42 countries and territories and is anticipated to draw approximately 13,500 visitors. read more

The main banana distributor in China, Dole China, and the leading seed company Rijk Zwaan were the big winners of the ASIA FRUIT AWARDS 2025, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the fruit and vegetable sector in Asia. The ceremony took place yesterday. read more

In the Netherlands in 2024, renewable raw materials accounted for 33% of the substrates and potting soil used in the professional market, as reported in the annual report of the Covenant on the Environmental Impact of Potting Soil and Substrates. This indicates a growth trend in the use of sustainable materials in the industry. read more

The promising beginning of the stone fruit season in the Spanish production regions of Aragon and Lleida did not indicate what was to come. There is optimism that the late varieties, which will be available until October, may help offset the significant losses experienced during the summer. A mix of different factors led to this situation. read more

Dorvalandro SRL, located in Mîndresti village, Telenești district, is continuing its plum exports to the European Union despite a season characterized by frosts and hailstorms. Managing director Adrian Caldare stated that over 80% of the harvest has been preserved, and the quality of the fruit remains high. read more

Last Wednesday, more than 100 growers attended the customer day at Florensis in Hendrik-Ido-Ambacht, the Netherlands. The event featured a nice barbecue and presentations on resilient cultivation by several guest speakers. Colleagues from Florensis and growers engaged in discussions throughout the day. read more

The European plum market is experiencing a renewed interest, thanks to a product that never disappoints and, if developed in premium lines capable of guaranteeing 18-20 degrees Brix, becomes a certainty of success. This is the case of Viulet, the new creation by Granfrutta Zani. read more

Summer is coming to an end and from the wholesale markets it is possible to assess the campaigns of some of the most representative products of the season, such as peaches, nectarines, and melons. Gianni Vassallo, president of the Genoa Agri-Food Center, is taking stock. read more

A research team from the Society for Education and Environmental Development (SEED) in Changlang district of Arunachal Pradesh, has documented a rare orchid Gastrochilus pechei (Rchb.f.) Kuntze for the first time in India during a field survey at Vijoynagar, in the eastern district of the state. read more