The strawberry planting work in the greenhouses of the Ilia and Achaia regions has been completed this year with minimal problems, leaving producers relieved. In previous years, they were often forced to carry out extensive replanting around this time. read more

"I wish to express, on behalf of the Strawberry Committee of Basilicata PGI, the deepest gratitude to all those who have made this extraordinary achievement possible: farmers, producer organizations, institutions, technicians, research centers and researchers, professionals who have" read more

The European Union's citrus imports at the beginning of the 2025-2026 season present a varied scenario across different categories, as per the latest Eurostat Comext data as of November 5, 2025. Some types of citrus started the season with higher volumes compared to the previous year, while others saw lower early volumes. Orange imports into the EU read more

The dragon fruit market has faced challenges this year. Red-fleshed dragon fruit sellers reported that prices for various batches harvested between September and October were typically between ¥1.6–2.8 (US$0.22–0.38) per kilogram, which is the lowest recorded in recent years. Industry insiders suggest that the market is under pressure. read more

New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri is continuing its global outreach efforts after participating in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong. At the event, the company met with distributors and trade partners to assess market developments and future prospects. CEO Jason Te Brake stated that the event attracted over 1,500 visitors. read more

"Od początku listopada rozpoczęliśmy marketing Naveline, bardzo popularnej odmiany cytryny. Wiosną wreszcie mieliśmy wystarczającą ilość wody potrzebną naszym plantacjom cytrusowym po latach suszy, co skutkowało mniejszymi ilościami, ale większymi rozmiarami" - raportuje Semmy Fisicaro, prezes sycylijskiej Opi. read more

The global pineapple market is experiencing high demand and limited supply. In Panama, production is ongoing, but economic and climate-related challenges have led to a reduction in the number of active producers. Alessandro Pataro, CEO of Ananas Panama SA, has stated that the country is working towards solidifying its position in a lucrative niche by... read more

The Cardoncelli mushroom (Pleurotus eryngii) season has arrived, but growers are facing difficulty in finding the required substrates for cultivation. The availability of substrates is low, leading to a limited supply of these mushrooms. Here is an overview of the current situation. read more

The prices of imported bananas to the UK have been decreasing this week, especially from suppliers in Central and South America. The latest data from Defra shows that the average import price of bananas sourced in dollars dropped by 16% to £0.78 per kilogram, down from £0.93 per kilogram the previous week. read more

Fruit and gastronomy are the flagship departments of the Superò chain, a low-cost brand by Megamark (Selex), active in Naples and surrounding areas with 19 stores. The most recent opening was in via Posillipo 337, covering an area of 450 square meters. read more

We are now in the midst of the pepper sowing campaign in Sicily, particularly in the designated area of Santa Croce Camerina, where Scipio F1 continues to be the reference point for companies that cultivate the yellow variety. This variety adapts well to a wide calendar of planting. read more

Representatives of major onion growers from across Europe and beyond gathered yesterday at the seed company Bejo in Warmenhuizen for the annual European onion congress, Euronion. In addition to European countries, this edition also welcomed representatives from the United States and South America. read more

Jako że zbliża się termin 2030 r. UE na wycofanie jednorazowej plastikowej opakowalni, szwedzka firma technologiczna zajmująca się żywnością, Saveggy, testuje jadalną, roślinną alternatywę dla konwencjonalnej folii plastikowej do świeżych produktów spożywczych. Innowacja, wykonana z oleju rzepakowego i bezglutenowego oleju owsianego, ma na celu przedłużenie świeżości ogórka. read more

Dutch exports of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and aubergines have seen an increase in sales in Germany and the UK this year. This information is based on export figures (volume) from January to September 2025, as reported by GroentenFruit Huis. Two-thirds of the total Dutch exports have contributed to this growth. read more

Heavy rainfall in some parts of Karnataka this year could lead to a delay in mango flowering, causing uncertainty for growers in important producing regions. Mango flowering usually takes place between November and December in districts like Ramanagara, Channapatna, Dharwad, and others in the north, while in the Kolar district,... read more

The situation for grapes in India seems to be even worse than previously thought, according to Swapnil Aware, a board member of Indian grape exporter Mersel Foods. "With the weather finally clearing this week, the overall scenario for this grape season has become much clearer and significantly. read more

The number of Italian PGIs has reached 896 with the recognition granted to Basilicata strawberries - a significant milestone for the strawberry sector in Basilicata. Salvatore Pecchia, president of the Basilicata IGP Strawberry Promoting Committee, enthusiastically commented on this achievement: "We must..." read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction in Belfeld (NL) with a variety of vegetable processing and packaging machinery. Hessing, a long-time player in vegetable processing, is renowned for its ready-to-eat fresh produce and meal salads. The auction will feature vegetable read more

After the successful 2024 campaign, the 2025 table grape season has presented more challenges yet equally rewarding opportunities. Oronzo Diomede, the president and sales manager of the producers' organization Puglia&Natura, highlights a growing production outlook and a market that continues to thrive. read more