The acute labor shortage is driving Ukrainian farmers towards rapid technological advancements. Optical sorting machines, previously viewed as a costly luxury, are now becoming a necessity, following the trends in European agriculture. Andrii Marushchak, Commercial Director of Van Dijk, stated that... read more

Secretary of State at the Ministry of Agriculture, Vasile Șarban, highlighted the importance for Moldova to enhance its tomato production. "It is essential to guarantee local production for our domestic market. We require access to water, cost-effective fertilizers, plant protection products, and high-quality seeds. read more

Floriexpo has released the schedule for its educational program, Floral Bootcamp. "Created in collaboration with an Advisory Board comprised of key figures in the floral industry, Floral Bootcamp promises a full day of intensive education aimed at providing buyers, designers, and retailers with the latest insights and trends." read more

As part of the collaborative efforts of the Embassy of Ukraine in India, the State Service of Ukraine for Food Safety and Consumer Protection, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine to open new markets for exporting domestic agricultural products, the first shipment of Ukrainian apples was sent. read more

Who was at the NH Congress Centre in Assago at the end of November 2018 for the "Coltiviamo Bellezza" Fruit & Vegetable Special, certainly did not forget Vittorio Sgarbi's intervention during an auction for a missing microphone. What's more, they will remember his story about how nature... read more

Uganda Airlines has started a direct flight route from Entebbe International Airport to London Gatwick, which is anticipated to greatly boost the export of Ugandan agricultural products, especially bananas and vegetables, to the United Kingdom. The new service officially commences on read more

Jan Van Luchene from Bruwier Potatoes has no reason to panic despite the turmoil in the Belgian potato sector caused by a drastic decline in the free market price of Belgian potatoes. "In January, I was more surprised by the rapid price increase, which I hadn't expected. Unlike last." read more

The supply of apples from British Columbia is starting to decrease. "We are approaching the end quickly, and we may finish within the next three to four weeks. Production progressed faster than anticipated, so we are ending the season earlier this year," says Gagan Grewal of HG Produce in Abbotsford, B.C. read more

W 2024 roku sektor eksportu owoców w Nowej Zelandii wykazał silną poprawę i wzrost, zwłaszcza w produkcji i przetwarzaniu jabłek. Poprawa plonów, zwiększenie wolumenów eksportowych oraz zmiana na bardziej ekskluzywne odmiany przyczyniły się do lepszych wyników finansowych w sadownictwie, produkcji soku i eksporcie. read more

During the 13th International Blueberry Conference, there were exhibitors showcasing solutions to facilitate the sorting of blueberries. One of the companies presenting their sorting line was Greensort. Their representative, Mariusz Och, emphasized that read more

In Piraeus, authorities have seized 131 kilograms of cocaine hidden in banana shipments from Ecuador. The estimated street value of the drugs is €5.9 million. Customs officers discovered the suspicious content during an X-ray scan of the refrigeration units... read more

The perfect couple doesn't exis... But yes, it does, and it's the one that sees chicken and salad together, to return as protagonists with Bonduelle! Always present on Italian tables, these two ingredients confirm themselves as the ideal combination for a balanced and tasty meal. read more

In week 11, the pre-packaged fruits and vegetables department continues to show excellent results, with consistently higher performance compared to the Loose Count Category (LCC). The channel analysis also indicates positive signals across the board, with the discount channel standing out for the best trends. read more

Making fruit easily available at all times and places is crucial for promoting a balanced, healthy diet. In an environment where ultra-processed products are still prevalent in quick shopping options, the Association of Banana Producers' Organizations of the Canary Islands (Asprocan), as part of their initiative, aims to make fruits more accessible. read more

A Sydney resident, Daniel Daher, has grown a nearly world-record pomegranate weighing 2.519 kg from a vine that was originally planted by his late mother. The current Guinness World Record for the heaviest pomegranate is 2.60 kg, set by Zhang Yuanpeng in China in 2017. Daher attributes the success to. read more

Cyclone Garance has affected the fruit sector on Réunion Island, leading to economic challenges and a need to reassess agricultural practices. Orchards growing lychee, passion fruit, and pineapple suffered significant damage, with winds exceeding 230 km/h. The devastation of crops has resulted in a limited supply. read more

The first year of LemOn has concluded, the project aimed at promoting the Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) Sicilian Lemon, co-financed by the Consortium for Protection and the European Union. The numbers are impressive, with 102 million consumers reached in the target countries of Italy, Poland, and Romania. read more

In the last few weeks, fewer Moroccan cherry tomatoes have been reaching the European market. However, there is an abundance of volumes in Morocco, where growers are experiencing a production peak. Oumaima Ibnoutabet, Area Export Manager at ô Fresh, is explaining the situation. The exporter states, "March saw a slowdown in the distribution of our cherry tomatoes, but the production levels remain high in Morocco." read more

The lime market dynamics vary significantly across global regions as demand, supply, and pricing fluctuate in early 2025. In North America, food service demand is rising, driven by seasonal events, while larger fruit sizes are becoming scarce, and potential U.S. tariffs on Mexican limes add uncertainty. read more

The export licensing for potatoes from Belarus has been extended for an additional three months, as per a decree issued by the Council of Ministers on March 25, 2025. The decree was published today on the National Legal Portal. As per the document, fresh or chilled potatoes, excluding seed potatoes, are subject to this regulation. read more