The 2026 berry campaign in Huelva shows positive anticipations, as reported by PortalFruticola. According to the Strawberry Producers and Exporters Association of Huelva, Freshuelva, the total cultivated area is expected to increase by 1% compared to the previous year, reaching ... read more

Kerim Taner, executive chairman of the Turkish fresh produce exporter Perla Fruit, has stated that there will be a decrease in Iceberg lettuce production this year compared to previous seasons. He said, "Iceberg production in Turkey is lower this year compared to previous years. At Perla Fruit, we are also experiencing a decrease in Iceberg production." read more

China is currently in the strawberry season. Ms. Yu Zhenzhen from Xiangyiyuan Agriculture in Yantai, Shandong Province, stated that weather conditions in the production area this year have significantly affected the growing cycle. "At the beginning, heavy rainfall saturated the seedlings. read more

The demand in the retail sector is stable, with orders for the busy Christmas season currently being fulfilled. There are ongoing reports of quality issues at the store level, but demand for pre-packaged, high-quality products remains strong. The food service industry has not fully recovered yet. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, announces its first participation as an Official Partner in the Pisa Marathon, scheduled for December 21st. read more

The first strawberry harvest in the Ilia region in western Greece is progressing exceptionally well, thanks to the expansion of early plantings and good weather. Agricultural protests, which have spread throughout the country, are not blocking exports or causing delays.

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BASF | Nunhems has agreed to acquire Noble Seeds Pvt. Ltd., a well-known company in the vegetable seed sector in India. With this acquisition, BASF | Nunhems will include two new crops, cauliflower and radish, to its current portfolio, which will complement the existing crops such as hot peppers, watermelons, gourds, and tomatoes. read more

Planasa has been awarded the SIVAL Innovation Gold Award in the Varietal Innovation category for its strawberry variety Demoiselle. The variety was chosen as the winner from seven finalists in this year's competition, which highlights advancements in varietal breeding. Demoiselle is a strawberry variety. read more

A family-owned carrot farm in the UK is currently harvesting approximately 150 tons of carrots per day, seven days a week, in order to meet the seasonal demand leading up to Christmas. Poskitts, located in Kellington, North Yorkshire, aims to supply around one million bags of carrots to supermarkets across the country. read more

Turkey, the world's top hazelnut supplier, is facing a significant decrease in production this year. Estimates suggest that production will be less than 500,000 tons in 2025, which is 100,000 to 200,000 tons lower than in an average year. According to FreshPlaza, this decline is due to spring frosts that... read more

A civil engineer and MBA graduate from Surat has developed a vegan leather made from apple waste generated by juice factories. The material is produced using between 50 and 80 tonnes of discarded apples per month and is positioned as an alternative to animal-based leather. The processing read more

Macfrut strongly confirms the Berry Area 2026, which will feature an expanded exhibition space, an enhanced scientific program, and an increasingly international scope. The program, which includes both new features and confirmed elements, will be curated by Bruno Mezzetti. read more

The Plus Berries production team has officially launched its citrus fruit campaign with the start of the Nova mandarin harvest. This variety, recognized as a benchmark in the Huelva province, will guide the company's efforts throughout December. The company's technical team aims to maximize fruit production. read more

Exotic fruit, along with berries, is confirmed as the revelation category of 2025. The growth seems unstoppable, with a significant +36% in volume in the first eleven months of the year in the retail sector (click here for more details). In light of these results, we have completed read more

Przewidywane jest, że sezon na persymony marki Divino Rojo Brillante zakończy się wcześniej. Marka została stworzona w zeszłej wiosnie przez firmę Gallicchio Frutta, która uczyniła produkcję, przetwarzanie i marketing persymonów swoim głównym przedsięwzięciem. Francesca Gallicchio, administrator firmy, read more

In-store promotions are confirmed as an effective tool to enhance the value of fruit and vegetables and strengthen the dialogue with the final consumer. This is what emerges from the recent activities carried out by Op Natura Sicula, which organizes various promotional initiatives in different retail outlets every year. read more

The operator of a Sunshine Coast strawberry farming business in Australia has been ordered by the Supreme Court to pay over $730,000 to a labour hire company following the liquidation of the farm. In a decision announced on December 12, Judge John Muir ruled in favor of Star Recruitment. 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