Christmas business at Hannover Wholesale Market has not yet taken off this year. "Things will only start picking up a little from calendar week 50 onwards. It must be said that Christmas is falling at a rather unfortunate time this year, which is not helping us either. Overall, we are expecting a read more

"Our industry has significantly declined over the past decade," Roland Vonarburg, head of Wauwiler Champignon AG, told SRF. He serves on the board of the Swiss Mushroom Producers Association. Recently, they have expressed concerns about the survival of their industry due to increasing imports. read more

"In this campaign, we are witnessing a surge in sales of the Verona IGP radicchio, which is clearly reaping the rewards of years of efforts made by producers who have worked hard to enhance this excellence." This is what emerges, in a nutshell, from the situation. read more

The agrarian company "Full Basket," located in the Volyn region of Ukraine, plans to expand its vegetable production and start processing operations, according to the company's director, Viktor Dorotenko. Reportedly, since March of this year, the farm has built 31 greenhouses and cultivated. read more

Sicilian pomegranates ready to take on a leading role for the Christmas holidays thanks to their excellent quality. Vincenzo Di Pasquale, sales manager of the company in Delia (Caltanissetta), describes the production season and commercial performance to IFN. read more

At Potager City, the pineapple has lost its crown. Following in the footsteps of Cora at the start of the year, the chain specialized in the delivery of fruit and vegetable baskets to relay outlets, decided last month to offer pineapples without crowns. Laurent Vichard, managing director of. read more

About 3.5 years ago, Frutura made its first acquisition in the produce industry with a focus on grapes, citrus, and avocados. However, last year, the company expanded its presence in the berry segment through the acquisitions of Sun Belle and Giddings. Berries are now a significant focus for the company. read more

Przemysł globalnych borówek nadal się rozwija, napędzany wzrostem spożycia na osobę na całym świecie. Prognozy wskazują na znaczące możliwości dalszego wzrostu, bez oznak zwolnienia. Dla peruwiańskiego przemysłu borówek obecna kampania nie tylko przekroczyła oczekiwania.

The global blueberry industry continues to expand, driven by increasing per capita consumption worldwide. Projections indicate significant opportunities for further growth, with no signs of slowing down. For the Peruvian blueberry industry, the current campaign has not only exceeded expectations. read more

A Dutch technician, who arrived in Aruba around 10 years ago without any prior horticultural experience, has been providing frisée lettuce, Batavia, and oak leaf lettuce to numerous chefs on the island. Over time, he has also dedicated himself to training local young people in the world of fruits and vegetables. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce, through its vegetable division, Mann Packing, is launching Newman's Own™ Salad Kits, the first packaged salad kits from the charitable food brand. This new product line merges Fresh Del Monte's commitment to offering fresh, high-quality products with supporting... read more

On January 1, 2024, the acquisition of the well-established Frankfurt company Augustin was officially confirmed. "My business partner and I already have a lot of experience in the fruit and vegetable wholesale business," says Özer Yilmaz, one of the two new managing directors who has been. read more

The stringent regulatory environment in the European Union and the global trend towards sustainability are compelling fruit growers to embrace more environmentally friendly practices in their businesses. Smurfit Westrock has introduced corrugated cardboard solutions to meet these changing demands. This initiative not only provides... read more

In Valencia, it has been demonstrated that green cuisine is not just a trend, but a reality. During the awards ceremony of the organization We're Smart® World, the Capital of Europe in 2024 has been chosen as the Green Capital of Europe. read more

Master lecture on Biotechnologies in horticultural productions. This is the new appointment with Macfrut Academy scheduled for Thursday, December 12 at 5 pm (Italian time) with Professor Bruno Mezzetti. The episode is free of charge upon registration on the Academy's platform. read more

Last year, apples from Val Venosta were displayed in 74 Famila and Emisfero stores. The collaboration between Vip and Unicomm (Selex) has been renewed this year with new activities planned. Once again, the apples were featured in the retail outlets. read more

Zgodnie z informacjami EastFruit, Maroko przygotowuje się do rozpoczęcia nowego sezonu produkcji borówki, z prognozami przewidującymi szczególnie optymistyczne wyniki - informuje Blueberriesconsulting. read more

The strawberry planting season in Morocco started late this year, but the weather conditions have led to an earlier-than-expected harvest. Amine Bennani, president of the Moroccan Association of Soft Fruit Producers, stated: "We have had warm temperatures recently, and all the plants, whether planted late or early, are now maturing." read more

Patrick Larèrre from Fermes Larèrre has been cultivating ginger for 4 years now, producing a rare, fresh, and 100% organic product. This is a unique endeavor in France, viewing climate change as an opportunity rather than a challenge. "Ginger requires heat and humidity for growth. read more

Marketing of table potatoes was mainly controlled by German suppliers. Deliveries from France and the Netherlands were irregular. The selection was slightly wider with the French Regina variety. Overall, business was relatively slow. According to the BLE, traders seldom needed to make adjustments to their strategies. read more

The sales of Spanish vegetables at ZON started a little later this year. "We only began auctioning in week 43, but because of DANA, the supply was slow to arrive in November. We have a daily supply ready for sale, but the volumes were still relatively small in November," says Clock Sales Manager Els van. read more