Dutch breeding company Axia Vegetable Seeds was recently acquired by the Japanese company Denso Corporation. Denso is already known in the Netherlands following its earlier acquisition of Certhon. The question now is: What are Denso's plans with the tomato breeding company? "Becoming a global leader in tomato breeding." read more

The most affordable products in the fruit and vegetable department have been placed in a real ranking that evaluates them based on consumer savings logic: from tenth to first place in terms of affordability. This is happening in the fruit and vegetable department of the Coop store in Ozzano (Bo). read more

French pear production in 2025 is expected to be lower than the 2024 harvest, which was very good, but 8% higher than the five-year average. These forecasts are subject to change depending on the weather until the end of the harvest. Production in 2025 is expected to fall by 7% from last year. read more

In the past three seasons, potato cultivation in Poland, with a primary focus on processing and seed potatoes, has faced challenges. The high prices in neighboring regions have limited imports, leading to market instability and putting pressure on buyers to accept lower-quality tubers. read more

From the 3rd to the 5th of September 2025, Asia Fruit Logistica will return with an even richer and more engaging content offering, thanks to the Asiafruit Knowledge Centre, the lively informative hub of the event. Designed and curated by Asiafruit Magazine, this space will be the reference point. read more

From special items like mini zucchinis and okra imported from their home country of Syria, to seasonal fruits and selected herbs, since November last year a new cash & carry market called Alamir Grosshandel GmbH has been located on Herzogstraße in Gelsenkirchen. The young company's customers... read more

SPAR Slovenia encourages sustainable shoppingIn July, SPAR Slovenia joins the International Plastic-Free Month celebrations. SPAR Slovenia sells over 65% of its fruit and vegetables without packaging and further reduces plastic packaging by using more eco-friendly and recycled materials. Source:... read more

In an era where food preferences are rapidly evolving and the food industry is focusing on healthy, versatile, and nutritious options, almond flour and semolina stand out as elements of food innovation, paving the way for products without. read more

The blueberry season is in full swing at the Schrijnwerkers family farm in Oudsbergen, Flanders. So far, the season has been satisfactory for grower Frans, although he notes that market pressure from abroad is gradually increasing. "We'll now have to see what consumers are truly willing to pay." read more

The dynamic landscape of potato cultivation has undergone significant changes due to climate variations, evolving trade practices within Europe, and shifting consumer preferences towards processed potatoes. These shifts will be discussed at the professional conference "Current Issues and Practices of Seed Potato Propagation." read more

On July 14, 2025, Liaocheng in Shandong Province shipped its first batch of Yali pears for the year, totaling 300 tons. The fruit underwent on-site inspection by Liaocheng Customs at the Guanxian Export Fruit Packaging Factory before being sent to Qingdao Port. From there, the... read more

I must confess that if I write a comment on the survey conducted by the magazine Internazionale on the relationship between fruit and vegetable producers and modern distribution, it is only out of respect for the many who have asked me to take a stance on the issue. Personally, I would not have done it. With all due respect to the. read more

Upon first inspection, the tomatoes that are being cultivated in Lucas van der Zee's laboratory do not appear particularly unusual. However, what sets them apart is what is absent: there are no leaves, no stems, no roots, and no exposure to light. These fruits are developing from flowers that have been immersed in a nutrient solution based on sugar, without the necessity of a. read more

Auchan's initiative to promote French apricots at €2.15/kg [2.50 USD/kg] is not being well received by the Peaches and Apricots of France producers' association and the Federation of French Fruit Producers (FNPFruits). They are denouncing it as a "real provocation" at a time when the French... read more

W dzisiejszych czasach wiele owoców i warzyw może być wysyłanych drogą morską, ponieważ są one odporne na długotrwałe przechowywanie w chłodni. Niektóre produkty jednak muszą być wysyłane drogą powietrzną, pomimo wyższych kosztów; konsumenci są skłonni zapłacić wyższe ceny za jakość. Tak jest w przypadku owoców pestkowych. read more

Once considered a cost-effective substitute for meat, vegetables like tomatoes now occasionally cost more than chicken breasts, highlighting changes in food pricing trends. In the past, removing meat from meals was seen as a way to save money, as producing vegetables required less processing compared to meat. read more

Less than two months before the start of the event, Fruit Attraction 2025, organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX, confirms the excellent pace of commercialization of its 17th edition, having reached 95% occupancy with a total of 72,700 square meters assigned, reaffirming its read more

Jameela avocados are at the beginning of the Rwandan season, with small volumes currently being harvested and exported to the UK. "Starting in September, we have 2 containers per week scheduled, but the Rwandan season will pick up momentum during September, when we anticipate exporting from 5-8 containers per week." read more

The French plum season looks very promising, with the first varieties going on sale at the end of June. "All the American-Japanese varieties are of really high quality this year. These include Soriana, Obilnaya, which is nearing the end of its season, Ruby Sun - whose harvest has begun - Sapphire, and read more

The fruit processing industry in Germany is currently facing significant challenges due to a shortage of various types of fruit used in industrial processing. This shortage is also impacting fruits that are typically well-supplied to the fresh market in Germany, such as cherries. Additionally, the organic market has been almost completely affected by this shortage. read more