The saying that it's only a disaster when no disaster happens certainly rings true for field vegetables this year. "Conditions have been perfect for us, but also across Europe, leading to high yields. In other years, there's always at least one plot with problems, but this year everything turned out well." read more

The negotiations for a framework agreement on the staff of the Esselunga supply chain responsible for home grocery delivery have been broken off: tomorrow a national strike of drivers is called. This is announced by Filt Cgil of Emilia-Romagna. "The negotiations for the rights of drivers delivering groceries are... read more

As global demand for sustainable packaging increases, compostable fruit labels are making a comeback as a small yet impactful innovation in the fresh produce industry. Originally intended for branding and product identification, fruit labels have evolved into essential tools for... read more

W zeszłym sezonie, greckie kiwi charakteryzowały się ograniczonym okresem przydatności do spożycia, co skutkowało pośpiesznymi sprzedażami w marcu i kwietniu oraz wcześniejszym zakończeniem sezonu. Spółdzielnia Kavala była jednym z nielicznych wyjątków, które zdołały pozostać na rynku przez dłuższy czas i obecnie przygotowuje się do ponownego zabezpieczenia jakości swoich. read more

Wczoraj Stany Zjednoczone i Japonia osiągnęły porozumienie handlowe, a według prezydenta Trumpa jest to największe porozumienie handlowe, jakie kiedykolwiek zawarto. Zgodnie z nowymi warunkami, importerzy z USA będą płacić 15 procent cła odwrotnego na japońskie towary, zamiast początkowych 25 procent, którymi groził Trump. Ponadto, Japonia... read more

Przyszłość producentów pomidorów jest nieco niepewna po ubiegłotygodniowej decyzji rządu amerykańskiego o zakończeniu Porozumienia wstrzymania importu pomidorów między USA a Meksykiem. "To, w jaki sposób ta decyzja wpłynie na nas w krótkim, średnim i nawet długim terminie, jest nieznane. Zobaczymy, co się teraz wydarzy, gdy rządzi prawo". read more

Mauro Carbonetti is the new CEO of Coal, a company affiliated with the VéGé Group, which has over 30 affiliated companies and more than 3,800 retail outlets nationwide. read more

Dwie nowo opracowane odmiany borówki, Abril Blue+™ i Alessia Blue+™, niedawno zostały wprowadzone podczas wydarzenia w Chiclayo, Peru, jednym z głównych regionów uprawy borówki w kraju. Te odmiany są doceniane za swoje wyjątkowe cechy: wczesna dojrzałość, brak wymogu chłodzenia. read more

The Fruit Business Association of Catalonia (Afrucat) and the Eurecat Lleida technology center have entered into a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development of advanced technological solutions that address the main challenges of the fruit sector. The agreement involves the introduction of new... read more

Despite the climate challenges and pressures on the global market, Sicilian table grapes continue to demonstrate their driving force in the national fruit and vegetable sector. The 2025 campaign has started with positive signs, both in terms of quantity and quality of the product. read more

"Tom Hole of Kantar mentioned at the Tropicals Congress in Antwerp on 24 July that there are numerous growth opportunities in the exotic fruit category, but it is crucial to concentrate on the correct factors. He delved into the purchasing behavior of UK consumers in relation to (exotic) fruit and highlighted specific." read more

Na podstawie alarmujących danych dotyczących zbiorów szparagów i truskawek (raportowanych przez FreshPlaza), poszczególne stanowe władze stopniowo udostępniają swoje dane. W szczególności w wiodących regionach uprawy, takich jak Brandenburgia, Badenia i Dolna Saksonia, dane wskazują na znaczący spadek zbiorów.

The individual federal states are now gradually releasing their data following alarming figures on asparagus and strawberry harvests, as reported by FreshPlaza. Particularly in leading growing regions such as Brandenburg, Baden, and Lower Saxony, the figures point to a significant decline in harvests. read more

The first carrots from the Rhineland were harvested in the first week of July. "We could have even started harvesting our fleece-covered crops a little earlier," reports Maximilian Coenen, a carrot grower in Bedburg in the Rhineland. "We have had very good growing conditions so far and have been. read more

With alien insects causing damages of over one billion euros annually in Italy alone, from the Asian stink bug to the Japanese beetle and the Asian hornet, it is necessary to provide effective tools for fighting them to agricultural companies, as well as harmonizing regulations. read more

Last week, Professor Bruno Mezzetti from Italy attended the opening of the offsite location of Le Marche Polytechnic University at Zhetysu University in Taldygorkan, Kazakhstan. Taldygorkan is located about 300 kilometers southeast of Almaty, the capital of the Zhetysu agricultural region. read more

AssoBio, the national association of companies involved in the production, processing, and distribution of organic products, is taking a stance on the proposed reform of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) for the period 2028-2034, recently presented by the European Commission. read more

The grape harvest in Corinthia, Greece, is entering its third week, but yields remain low. "At the moment, we are harvesting the Prime and Starlight varieties and getting 15 to 20 tons per hectare. These are low yields that have been caused by the adverse weather conditions. Although rainfall read more

Following a joint session of the Fruit, Fish, Meat, and Gastronomy Markets and Flowers Committees of the Milan Food Market, the new Logistics Regulation of the Milan Food Market was approved yesterday. Sogemi expresses its satisfaction for read more

Wiosenne gradobicie nadal wpływa na sektor rolniczy. W Saragossie, w Hiszpanii, burze zniszczyły plony owoców pestkowych, które nie były chronione siatką przed gradem, zabezpieczenie to teraz jest niezbędne. "Produkujemy 7 milionów kilogramów moreli rocznie. Produkujemy także brzoskwinie płaskie, brzoskwinie donut i kilka innych." read more

SPAR Norway is expanding its retail presence with the opening of new stores. The latest addition is the SPAR supermarket Lund Torv in Kristiansand, located near the previous SPAR Lund site. The store offers a selection of products tailored to meet the needs of local residents, with a particular emphasis on fresh produce. read more