Dole Italy continues its commitment to support various sports events in our country. This year, for the fourth consecutive time, the producer will provide its bananas to the athletes running in the half marathon in Naples, the event that will take place on the 23rd. read more

The mushroom sector in Europe plays a central role in supplying fresh mushrooms to the continental market, with 98% of domestic consumption coming from European producers. However, the recent introduction of EU Regulation 2025/40, which imposes strict restrictions on the use of single-use read more

Once considered exotic, avocados have now become a regular part of European diets, being used in various culinary dishes. The rising demand for high-quality avocados has raised questions about their origins and the possibility of cultivating them in new areas. In Mallorca, a region traditionally associated with potatoes, a shift is taking place as locals... read more

Fruit prices in Ukraine are continuing to rise in 2025, with some increasing by up to 80% compared to last year. The most significant price increases are observed in apples, pears, and mandarins. According to IndexBox, domestic fruit production decreased by 3-5% in 2024 due to summer droughts and increased irrigation costs. read more

The Southern Hemisphere Association of Fresh Fruit Exporters (SHAFFE) has unanimously elected a new president and vice-president. SHAFFE's presidents and vice-president serve two-year terms, and in February 2025, Marta Bentancur's term as president of the association ended. read more

On Pieter Vandooren's organic farm, the celeriac harvest is now behind them. While the farm primarily focuses on leeks, they are also very active in celeriac during this period. "The celeriac is doing well. Demand is good, but the sizes are a bit smaller than in previous years, so we are working." read more

Elstars, Jonagolds, and Kanzis may dominate Dutch supermarket shelves, but you can still find apple varieties like Cox Orange, James Grieve, Delcorf, and Dijkmanszoet. Though not well known, these 'forgotten varieties' still have a place, mainly at greengrocers. How are these traditional apples perceived? read more

Oficjalne dane wskazują na różnicę cenową między marokańskimi i europejskimi ogórkami, przy czym odmiany marokańskie są najtańsze. Pomimo tego, marokańskie ogórki utrzymują swoją konkurencyjność rynkową, osiągając kamienie milowe w eksporcie. Według raportu Hort Info, który odnosi się do żywności i. read more

There was a large participation of pear farmers in the technical visit that took place yesterday at various Abate Fetel plants, located between Forlì, Ravenna, and Ferrara, and grafted onto Conference Autoradicato. read more

After the Chinese New Year, lower than anticipated temperatures in navel orange production regions have caused a delay in the fruit's market entry and led to increased prices for Fengjie navel oranges. However, with new production areas scheduled to start harvesting after mid-March, prices are expected to read more

The market for exotic fruits is expanding, driven by increasing demand in Asia and Europe. Consumers are showing a growing interest in tropical and healthy products, seeking new flavors and nutritional benefits. Colombian export company Acacia Ciem participated for the first time this year in the market. read more

Nikos Prountzos, marketing, communication, and commercial manager for Greek organic citrus exporter Anyfion Greece S.A., has stated that there has been a satisfactory overall yield of organic oranges in Greece this season. He emphasized that Greek organic orange production continues to be robust, with high-quality fruit and excellent results. read more

Asparagus production in Caborca, Mexico is increasing. "This is one of the largest asparagus growing regions, known for supplying high volumes to the market in a short period of time," says Adriana Fortune with Gourmet Trading Company. The season runs from late January through April before it read more

Tuscan chestnut farmers have reported and reported damages exceeding 300,000 euros following the exceptional attack of chestnut blight that occurred in the last season. Two thirds of the damage occurred in the chestnut groves of Mugello, the land of the prized IGP Marrone, from where it originated. read more

The Egyptian sweet potato season is still ongoing for exporters who are managing cold storage logistics, according to FreshPlaza. Zayed Lasheen from AfriGoodGrow mentioned, "It is becoming increasingly challenging to find high-quality sweet potatoes, causing prices to double between December and January." read more

The 2025 New Zealand kiwifruit harvest has kicked off with the picking of the first fruits near Edgecumbe in the Bay of Plenty, marking the earliest start ever recorded. This was announced by the New Zealand Kiwifruit Growers Incorporated (NZKGI), which expects a record harvest. read more

"Fruit Logistica 2025 clearly showed that fruit wholesalers are facing growing challenges. They have to manage increasing complexity, ensure quality, and document sustainability aspects," says Daniela Sternal, Account Manager at Freshfin/B.i.Team. "Many companies are still working with outdated systems..." read more

Cornell University is collaborating with the University of Vermont and the University of Maine to provide a 6-week webinar series on scouting for disease, insect, and weed pests of greenhouse ornamentals, with potential applications to other crops. Participants will learn how to identify the primary pests. read more

Last week, the world's leading organic products fair, Biofach, was held in Nuremberg. The fair focused on certifications. Europlátano's commercial team, a representative of the Dreiskel Biodynamic certification company, and specialized producers traveled to Germany to establish new connections. read more

The Fruit Logistica trade fair held in Berlin is the largest event of its kind in this part of Europe. During the fair, we searched for interesting solutions and innovations for the berry industry - especially.

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