During the Easter weekend, a total of 633 kilograms of cocaine were seized. The drugs are estimated to have a wholesale value of around 16 million euros. The narcotics were found in two separate shipments of avocados. One of the shipments, containing 553 kilograms of cocaine, was discovered during a routine inspection. read more

Trend of increasing table beet prices persists this week in the Ukrainian market. As per analysts from the EastFruit project, the supply of beets with acceptable quality is decreasing rapidly in Ukraine. read more

The Board of the National Association of Juice Producers (KUPS) and the National Association of Fruit and Vegetable Processors (KSPOIW) have presented an official position on the new regulations regarding permissible levels of residues

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In a quiet corner of Kirkcaldy, Scotland, a former stable built in the 1890s has become the testing ground for a bold experiment: to demonstrate that energy innovation and vertical farming can revitalize unused town center buildings. The team spearheading this project is PeachyKeen, a renewable. read more

The apricot industry in Turkey has generated almost $330 million in exports over the past five years. However, recent frost events have caused significant damage to apricot crops as well as to peaches, apples, nectarines, hazelnuts, and walnuts. Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumaklı visited the affected areas. read more

Everything is ready for the International Potato Symposium. As the main product of Macfrut 2025, The International Potato Symposium brings together experts from France, Switzerland, Austria, Belgium, Spain, Egypt, Namibia, and Italy for discussions on the third most cultivated species on the planet. read more

The strawberry season is in full swing at Kwekerij Demedts - De Mey. “We've had beautiful weather, so we're seeing color everywhere. Not only in the heated sections, but also in the cold cultivation areas, we've really gotten underway. This happened just in time for Easter, which felt like a read more

"The Great Beauty Italy is revving up engines in anticipation of the next edition of Macfrut, where it will be featured with a stand full of initiatives and moments of discussion among players in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. This is being told by Leonardo Odorizzi, one of the founding members of the network." read more

"For the 2025 fruit campaign year, the Karmen scale will remain unchanged. We have not made any changes to the previous model because we believe we have achieved the pinnacle of product excellence in terms of functionality, selling price, and components. We anticipate significant sales growth." read more

The import of Egyptian grapes for further distribution is about to begin, according to Mariya Dermendzhieva, CEO of the Bulgarian fresh produce trader Triland. She stated, "As the Egyptian citrus season is ending earlier than expected, we are shifting our focus to the upcoming grape season, which is just around the corner." read more

The Chinese blueberry market has undergone significant changes in the past twenty years, with Peru emerging as a major player. In 2024, China imported 38,743 tons of blueberries, 89% of which came from Peru. This shift reflects the increasing popularity of healthy eating among China's urban and upper-middle-class consumers. read more

At Van Ooijen Citrus, the first Spanish greenhouse cherries arrived on the market three weeks ago, but more substantial volumes have only come in this week. "Spain always starts on an empty market, so at first it's really about selling by the box. But now we've received our first full pallet of cherries." read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction on behalf of Zeeland Trade B.V. in Vogelwaarde (NL), featuring a unique selection of machinery for carrot processing, packaging, and palletizing. The auction will include sorting machines, washing machines, filling and packaging machines, brush units, and. read more

The Irish saying, "you shouldn't start sowing until" refers to waiting for the right conditions, and in March the ground conditions in Ireland were very good, ideal for preparing for sowing, according to Stephen McCormack from McCormack Family Farms, who grow herbs and leafy greens. read more

The 2025 edition of Macfrut will be a very special one for Apofruit. The international fruit and vegetable trade show, scheduled from May 6th to 8th at Rimini Fiera, will be one of the highlights of the celebrations for Apofruit's 65th anniversary. The cooperative's festivities read more

Despite the increasing demand for bananas in Namibia, the country continues to rely heavily on imports as local production remains minimal. The Namibian Agronomic Board's (NAB) Seasonal Harvest report states that bananas are one of the most widely consumed fruits globally and are considered the most popular. read more

Spring frosts are one of the biggest threats to strawberry plantations during the flowering period. They not only affect the yield potential but also increase the plants' susceptibility to fungal and bacterial diseases. Proper preparation of the plantation is crucial today. read more

In March, the 1,300-foot-long container ship Marco Polo sailed through the Delaware River to deliver clementines from Morocco to the Packer Avenue Marine Terminal. This historic moment signified the arrival of the largest ship to ever dock at an East Coast port, showcasing the Port of Philadelphia's capabilities. read more

Jasnoczerwone, odważne i czyste w smaku: Sezon na Red Egg Mini oficjalnie się rozpoczął. Dostępny od 16. do 46. tygodnia, ten uderzający mini pomidor śliwkowy jest uprawiany w regionie Westland, gdzie bracia Eric i Leon Slaman z Kwekerij Westpoel stosują swoje rzemiosło do tej unikalnej uprawy. read more

Po ubiegłorocznej obfitej uprawie cebuli Vidalia z Georgii, tegoroczna uprawa słodkiej cebuli wygląda prawie tak samo dobrze. „W ubiegłym roku mieliśmy wyjątkową uprawę w całej branży. Jeśli w zeszłym roku była ona na poziomie 10, to w tym roku prawdopodobnie jest na poziomie osiem” - mówi John Williams, dyrektor ds. sprzedaży i marketingu firmy LG. read more