In Europe, volume growth remains modest, while opportunities are concentrated in higher value-added categories, such as small fruits and tropical fruits. What will make a difference is the ability to ensure consistent quality, offer a coherent product range, and provide a satisfying consumer experience. read more

Naukowcy z Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station w Stanach Zjednoczonych testują system oparty na dronach, który ma na celu zmierzenie gęstości kwiatów w programach hodowli jeżyn. Dla hodowców białe i różowe kwiaty są wskaźnikiem produktywności, ale ręczne liczenie jest czasochłonne i może prowadzić do read more

Italia Ortofrutta - Unione Nazionale welcomes the temporary authorization granted by the Ministry of Health for the use of the phytosanitary product DORMEX on kiwi crops in the Southern regions of Italy. read more

In times of consumer's shift towards plant-based products, where taste cannot stand without the other side of the coin, health, even love and passion must conform to well-being and fitness. And Valentine's Day lends itself to unique fruit gifts, where fruits take center stage. read more

The cyclone Harry does not represent a past event for Sicilian citrus farming, but rather a source of ongoing critical issues. From the eastern coast of Sicily to the citrus groves in the Catania Plain, the assessment of damages is proving to be particularly heavy. read more

The plantation operator Sipef, based in Schoten, Antwerp, achieved record financial results last year, driven by strong performance in its established plantations and advantageous sales prices. The company has a global presence, operating in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Ivory Coast. read more

The suspense is over: the first South African stonefruit have arrived in China, with Delecta opening the field with late cultivar yellow and white flesh nectarines. "When we got word that the final approval had been signed and South Africa could now officially send stonefruit to China, we made read more

The Consortium for the Protection of Sicilian Red Oranges PGI expresses deep concern about the entry into the European market, and in particular the Italian market, of oranges from Egypt containing residues of pesticides banned in Italy. The news, reported by the Alert System, is causing alarm within the Consortium. read more

Nowa sezon marketingowy dla orzechów włoskich z Kalifornii rozpoczął się pozytywnie, z większym zbiorami niż początkowo zakładano i lepszymi wynikami niż w ubiegłym roku, jak twierdzi Jens Borchert z PALM Nuts & More. "Zbiory są większe niż pierwotnie szacowano i dlatego lepsze niż w zeszłym roku." read more

On Tuesday, February 10, the Marketing Committee of Assomela met, during which the member producers discussed the market trends of the past month and the meetings held in Berlin during the Fruit Logistica fair. read more

Planasa reports that the popularity of its Blue Maldiva variety is growing in various regions around the world. read more

Riversun. "Therefore, consumers can expect a shift in the supply of citrus fruits from the Northern Hemisphere to the Southern Hemisphere soon." read more

Tomato growers in the Netherlands produce 80-100 kg of large vine tomatoes per square meter. After harvesting, an intensive packaging and quality control process takes place. At Schenkeveld, this process is increasingly being carried out using AI-driven quality control, with the GearStation from a technology company. read more

The demand for ENVY™ apples is growing in various Asian markets in anticipation of the Lunar New Year and Tết celebrations. Forecasted volumes for the 2026 trading period are exceeding the levels seen in 2025 in countries like China, Vietnam, and Thailand. In China, the projected volumes for 2026 are expected to be 27% higher than the previous year. read more

KANZI® has recently introduced a new consumer engagement strategy in multiple European markets, connecting its brand campaign with music involvement. This initiative comes after the release of refreshed packaging and the Power To Go campaign platform. The apple brand is rolling out this activation in light of consistent read more

Griffin Greenhouse Supplies has been selected as a distributor of Biota Nutri fertilizers and biostimulants for the United States market. This partnership enhances the availability of Biota Nutri's plant-based nutrition solutions for growers in the U.S., catering to both conventional and organic farming practices. read more

Tomorrow we celebrate Saint Valentine's Day, the holiday of lovers par excellence, and even the fruit and vegetable department - as often happens on special occasions - has prepared themed packaging. A well-established trend, which in recent years has developed and continues to read more

In week 5, the negative trend for Lcc fruit and vegetable sales in large-scale retailing continues. All channels are experiencing a decline, with hypermarkets showing the worst performance, while supermarkets are holding up better. The overall trend remains unfavorable. read more

Gijs Hoogendoorn was attracted to Portugal in 1999 due to the optimal climate for fruit production. Currently, he cultivates berries throughout the year in tunnels covering approximately 25 hectares in Odemira. Despite encountering sporadic heavy rainfall in the past few years, he had never encountered such extreme conditions before. "It has been an... read more

Griffin Greenhouse Supplies has been selected as a distributor for Biota Nutri fertilizers and biostimulants in the United States market. This partnership will enhance the availability of Biota Nutri's plant-based nutrition solutions for both conventional and organic growers in the U.S. read more