Quintus Technologies has announced the installation of a QIF 400L-5400 High Pressure Processing (HPP) system at Frubaça, a Portuguese fruit and vegetable producers' cooperative. The system is expected to significantly increase production capacity for COPA, Frubaça's brand offering fruit juices,... read more

The Kenyan nursery Flora Delight Ltd. is shifting its focus in the coming years to hydrangea and delphinium, according to Frans Ederveen. Last year, the grower introduced delphinium at the IFTEX trade fair in Nairobi, and again this past month, Flora Delight was present at the Kenyan show—this time. read more

Bułgaria przygotowuje się do przejścia na euro, podczas gdy na rynkach świeżych produktów obserwuje się mieszane tendencje cenowe, a kontrole państwowe ujawniają oznaki nieuzasadnionych podwyżek. W związku z planowanym przyjęciem euro przez Bułgarię rosną obawy dotyczące spekulacji na rynku. Agencja Dochodów Państwowych, Ochrona Konsumentów... read more

At the EU-African Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Summit at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange last week, Avoport CEO Shandini Naidoo (right) participated in a panel discussion on EU-Africa trade in the time of 'crazy tariffs', as the summit programme puts it. "Sharing the stage with panelists read more

A Devon-based company led by women has achieved a 200 percent year-on-year growth by replacing traditional nursery models with advanced in-house technology. Houseplant.co.uk, founded by Director Rebecca Tapper, has quickly become a dominant player in the online plant market, a remarkable success. read more

Z powodu chłodnej i deszczowej początku lata w Finlandii, krajowe truskawki były w krótkim zapasie, a ich ceny były stosunkowo wysokie. Jednak ulga jest już na horyzoncie dla wielu fanów truskawek w Finlandii, ponieważ zbiory rozpoczęły się w południowej Finlandii, zgodnie z informacją od Heidi Wirtanen, szefowej. read more

The storage season for white and red cabbage is entering its final month. "The season has been successful so far. There was a significantly lower harvest at the end of 2024, and the demand was high. This led to good prices for cabbage from cold storage, although it is true that in recent weeks the price has" read more

The 'Sassy' apple, developed by Plant and Food Research, is gaining international recognition. Grown by Taylor Corp in Hawke's Bay and the Golden Bay Fruit company, this apple variety is able to thrive in warmer climates and retains its red color even during hot summers. Plant & Food Research has been instrumental in the development and promotion of this apple variety. read more

The blueberry harvest in northern Germany started quite early this year. "Thanks to optimal weather and growing conditions, we were able to harvest small quantities of Duke berries in calendar week 25, which means we started around 2-2.5 weeks earlier than average. With daytime temperatures read more

Australia is experiencing a 15% decrease in avocado production for the 2024/25 season, as reported by Rabobank's RaboResearch division. This decline is attributed to the natural phenomenon known as "alternate bearing," where avocado trees yield a heavy crop one year, followed by a read more

StePacPPC's Xgo™ MONO-PET lidding film provides a practical alternative to traditional clamshell packaging. It reduces plastic usage and extends the shelf life of fresh produce. This solution is part of a larger shift towards mono-material packaging, aligning with established trends. read more

The Schenck family is excited to announce the opening of Niagara Propagators, a 17-acre, purpose-built propagation facility located in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario. Scheduled to commence operations in January 2026, the facility will specialize in growing top-quality young cucumber, pepper, tomato, and eggplant plants. read more

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With the closing of June, Agroter's Fruit and Vegetable Monitor can draw a preliminary assessment of the watermelon and melon campaign in the Hyper+Super channel, updated to week 24. The data show a decidedly positive start, with double-digit increases across all main categories. read more

The cool spring has delayed the Hungarian melon season, but the market will still see a high supply of quality melons and cantaloupes. This information was shared during a joint press event by the National Chamber of Agriculture, the Hungarian Vegetable and Fruit Interprofessional Organization (FruitVeB), and the. read more

"Zgodnie z prognozami sporządzonymi 1 czerwca 2025 r., produkcja francuskiej cykorii powinna osiągnąć 132 800 ton w sezonie 2024-2025, co oznacza wzrost o 25 400 ton w porównaniu z niską produkcją w sezonie 2023-2024. Po dwóch kampaniach zrelatywnie wysokimi poziomami cen spowodowanymi ograniczonym podażą, ceny spadły." read more

The Hectre Global AgTech Tour 2025 has concluded, leaving a legacy of innovative ideas, enhanced partnerships, and a united vision for the future of technology in the fruit production sector. The tour, held from June 1 to 7 in various cities in Washington State, including Yakima, was a resounding success. read more

The plant-based offer continues to focus on enhanced taste experiences. Findus is moving in this direction with the introduction of the new recipe for the vegetable burger from the Green Cuisine range, Findus' plant-based dish line. The new product stands out for its succulence and intensity. read more

During the blooming season, Pink Lady® promoted BeePink - Friends of Bees, an initiative dedicated to biodiversity and the essential role of bees in orchards. The campaign involved consumers through targeted in-store activities, with dedicated communication materials. read more

Klasmann-Deilmann will present its newest innovations at Cultivate 2025, scheduled to take place from July 13 to 15, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. With the theme "Meet the future of horticultural business," the company will showcase solutions tailored to meet the changing needs of the horticulture industry in North America. read more