The persimmon harvest in Spain will be lower than expected. The initial forecasts, which estimated a total production of around 350,000 tons, have been revised downwards: according to the latest evaluations, the season is unlikely to exceed 300,000 tons. This information was reported by read more

The produciton of white mushrooms in Greece did not exist until two years ago, when, in early 2024, the company Kechagia Mushrooms took the step of opening the first unit for their production in Pedino, Kilkis. "Our production facilities are located in Pedino, Kilkis, and are fully integrated. In... read more

Aetolia-Acarnania is the most dynamic citrus-growing area in Greece, primarily due to its larger orchards in comparison to Argolis and its abundant water resources. The cultivation season is advancing smoothly and nearing its conclusion, but oranges and mandarins are showing slightly different outcomes. read more

W tym tygodniu Special Fruit rozpoczął sprzedaż pierwszych truskawek odmiany Sonata uprawianych pod sztucznym światłem. Dzięki bliskiej współpracy z Dutch Berries firma twierdzi, że teraz może dostarczać klientom z całej Europy truskawki o stałej wysokiej jakości przez całą zimę. Odmiana Sonata jest. read more

India's coconut industry is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. "Neglected farm maintenance from previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, excessive... read more

The coconut industry in India is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. Issues such as neglected farm maintenance due to previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, and excessive... read more

Brandt's Fruit Trees has reached an agreement to dismiss a lawsuit filed in Washington federal court alleging that a Yakima Valley farm unlawfully utilized its Pink Lady apple trademark in connection with around 55,000 unlicensed trees that yield Lady in Red apples. read more

Autumn is a special time in blueberry plantations. The bushes, which were covered with blueberries in summer, now surprise with an extraordinary array of colors. In plantations where several varieties grow, autumn paints true pictures of nature - from yellows, through oranges and reds. read more

Wystąpiły opóźnienia w rozpoczęciu sezonu warzywnego w Almerii, głównie z powodu upałów, a plantatorzy starają się unikać większej liczby szkodników z tego samego powodu. Te temperatury również przedłużyły europejskie sezony, co skłoniło plantatorów w regionie do próby uniknięcia ewentualnego... read more

The vegetable export season is coming to a close for Veg-UK, which has been exporting cauliflower, broccoli, and Savoy cabbage since mid-September—starting much later than usual due to the extremely dry weather this summer. "The availability is now declining as we read more

Prices for several varieties of apples and pears in the UK decreased this week, while the prices of soft fruits remained relatively stable, as indicated by the most recent market data. Egremont Russet apples saw the biggest decline, dropping by 18% to £1.19/kg from £1.46/kg last week. Braeburn prices also fell by 5%. read more

Dole Food Company announces a groundbreaking new partnership with Minecraft, the world's most popular video game, to inspire healthier lifestyles through interactive play, education, and fun powered by fresh fruit. For the first time, Dole is launching a read more

What are the current needs of the Italian and European distribution towards watermelon? This was discussed in depth during the "Watermelon Summit 2025 - Building the Future", organized by BASF | Nunhems and held yesterday in Rome. It was a concrete and visionary discussion that read more

The golden berry, known as uvilla in Ecuador, uchuva in Colombia, and aguaymanto in Peru, has transitioned from being a local Andean fruit to gaining a strong foothold in the global market, as highlighted by Denis Brito Madrid from Golden Sweet Spirit. "The uvilla, which was once viewed as a simple backyard fruit, is now recognized read more

Diets of higher quality have been found to be linked to improved sleep quality in observational studies. Nevertheless, a deeper understanding of this connection is necessary as dietary changes may offer a new and natural method to enhance sleep. Studying how daytime food intake impacts sleep patterns read more

The Italian table grape season is coming to a close without any major upheavals, but some concerns are now emerging. In the production areas of the South, especially in Sicily, attention is focused on Botrytis cinerea, the gray mold of the vine that in the last read more

The management of fruit ripening has always been one of the most delicate stages in the fresh produce supply chain. Bringing bananas or other climacteric fruits to the ideal ripening stage at the right moment is both an art and a science. Ethylene, a plant hormone, plays a crucial role in this process. read more

Jan Nowakowski, manager of the Polish apple distributor Genesis Fresh, mentioned that despite the reduced apple yield in Poland this year because of weather conditions, the quality of the apples is exceptional. He explained, "The Polish apple season has started, and although the total harvest is slightly smaller than last year, this is due to. read more

The greenhouse vegetable market in Ukraine is expected to face another challenging winter due to unstable electricity supply and rising energy costs. According to Oleksandr Khorev, an agricultural market analyst, domestic production of tomatoes, cucumbers, leafy greens, and cabbage could drop significantly. read more

Saga Robotics has completed its largest operational season to date in the United States and the United Kingdom, marking an expansion of its autonomous Thorvald platform. The company reported increased deployment, higher uptime, and expanded services across key crops, including grapes and
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