Adomex will join Dutch Flower Group (DFG) if the Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets (ACM) grants approval. Both parties view this potential partnership as a significant move towards maintaining a leading position in the cut green industry in the future. By combining forces, they aim to strengthen their market presence and enhance their competitive edge. read more

Since last Sunday, heavy storms with abundant and continuous rainfall have hit various parts of eastern Spain, bringing the harvesting of some crops like citrus fruits and leafy vegetables to a halt. In the north of Almeria, the waterlogging caused by the rain that fell between Sunday afternoon has affected agricultural activities. read more

Pierwsze pomarańcze Moro są w drodze. Gerardo Diana, prezes Konsorcjum Ochrony Sycylijskiej Czerwonej Pomarańczy PGI, ogłosił, że pierwsze owoce zostały zebrane 19 grudnia. "Ze względu na niedawne wahania temperatury, czerwony kolor intensyfikuje się zarówno na zewnątrz." read more

Agrícola Pampa Baja operates in a desert region where water must be sourced from over 100 kilometers away. Despite this challenge, they have developed a highly diverse and competitive agricultural model to access international markets, including Europe, the U.S., and Asia, during key trading read more

The Cargo Terminal East at Maastricht Aachen Airport has been reapproved by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) as a Phytosanitary Inspection Centre. This means that flowers, fruit, vegetables, and other plant-based products can now undergo inspections at the airport. read more

Shipments of pomegranates from Israel to the U.S. are well underway. "We have already received several shipments this year," says Todd Kostka, import sales manager at John Vena Inc. "Compared to last year, we started a bit earlier, and this year's shipments are ahead of schedule. California's season ended earlier last year." read more

Recently, Bulltec Srl supplied Apofruit Donnalucata with an advanced processing line designed to package organic, coppery cherry tomatoes in trays with a guaranteed minimum weight. The line was installed at the Apofruit Donnalucata plant in Scicli, Sicily. read more

APM Terminals and Barging Marine Solutions Ltd have signed an exclusive lease agreement running until September 2031 to expand terminal and barge services in and around Apapa, Lagos. The agreement focuses on increasing capacity and improving landside and barge connections to support cargo flows. read more

W sezonie 2025 około 35 hektarów w regionie Charkowa zostało przeznaczonych na uprawę orzeszków ziemnych. Po raz pierwszy, uprawa została również zasiana w regionie Czernihowskim na 5 hektarach w celu oceny jej potencjału w różnych warunkach glebowych i klimatycznych, informuje SEEDS. Średnie plony w tym sezonie. read more

Morocco has achieved a new record in frozen raspberry exports to France in 2025, as reported by EastFruit. In the first 10 months of the year, France imported 1.95 thousand tons of frozen raspberries and blackberries under HS Code 081120 from Morocco, with a total value of US$5.8 million. read more

Nine table grape producers from the southern districts of Cahul and Taraclia in Moldova obtained Global G.A.P. certification in December. This certification enables them to directly supply fresh grapes to EU retail chains. The certification process, which took place throughout most of the 2025 season, was successfully implemented. read more

W ciągu pierwszych dziewięciu miesięcy 2025 roku Kirgistan importował 28 256 ton ziemniaków o wartości 11,38 miliona dolarów. W porównaniu, całkowite importy w 2024 roku wynosiły zaledwie 508 ton o wartości 0,3 miliona dolarów, zgodnie z danymi Komitetu Statystycznego. Chiny odpowiadały za większość importu, dostarczając 21 994 ton. read more

UK: Aldi has announced changes to its popular Too Good to Go service for this Christmas. From Friday, December 19th to Wednesday, December 24th, customers will have the option to reserve a TGTG 'Surprise Bag' up to five days in advance, as opposed to the usual 24-hour window.
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Zgodnie z informacją podaną przez Ismaila Yilmaza, który pełni funkcję Prezesa Stowarzyszenia Eksporterów Roślin Ozdobnych i Ich Produktów, goździki pozostają głównym artykułem eksportowym w branży kwiatowej w Turcji. Jednak w ostatnich latach rozszerzyli swoją ofertę i zaczęli eksportować inne odmiany. read more

A meeting platform that aims to showcase the best of the national fruit and vegetable production and offer a privileged look at the trends that will reshape retail in the coming years. read more

Mercadona has finalized an agreement to acquire Logifruit, a company that specializes in managing reusable packaging. The objective is to enhance Mercadona's logistics coordination and improve the efficiency and sustainability of its distribution network. This acquisition includes integrating Logifruit's operations into Mercadona's existing framework. read more

From February 4th to 6th, 2026, Berlin, with Fruit Logistica, will once again be at the center of attention of the fruit and vegetable sector. The fair will be accompanied by a rich program of conferences, with about 200 speakers. There will be six specialized forums on topics ranging from production. read more

The Mollar de Elche pomegranate campaign, which is set to conclude in mid-January, is currently in its final phase. This season has been characterized by a rise in the supply of second-class fruit, attributed to the effects of adverse weather conditions and pests, as well as intense competition in the market stemming from Morocco's substantial production. read more

A bright pink-red skin, a crunchy and juicy flesh, and a sweet-tart flavor that makes it particularly tasty and enjoyable. This is Bernina®, the new apple variety born at the University of Bologna and developed through years of work involving the Foundation. read more

Recently, hydrogen peroxide has been in the spotlight as the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority is closely monitoring its use in greenhouse horticulture. The team at Van der Ende Group explains that many growers are curious about what this increased scrutiny means for their water management. read more