Europe authorities regularly conduct random checks on mango imports to ensure their safety. These inspections mainly target pests and organisms that require quarantine, such as fruit flies. If contamination is detected in just one package, the entire shipment must be destroyed. read more

Rynek jabłek stale rośnie, z pozytywnymi tendencjami zarówno pod względem wartości, jak i ilości. Ten delikatny owoc ma dedykowaną maszynę i linie produkcyjne od firmy PND, włoskiej spółki specjalizującej się w projektowaniu i dostarczaniu maszyn do przetwarzania owoców. Z ponad 7000 odmianami, jabłka są. read more

When assessing the global blueberry industry from a production perspective, Morocco is emerging as one of the highest-yielding systems based on the relationship between productive area and harvested volume. Recent planting and production data indicate that output growth is being driven mainly by Morocco. read more

With the launch of Vivo by REO, REO is venturing into the premium segment. This move comes at a challenging time. "2025 can hardly be described as a robust year," says Remie Dewitte from REO. "Prices for many vegetables were notably lower compared to previous seasons, so we are hopeful. read more

The work carried out in synergy between the Agricultural Assistance Center (CAA) of Coldiretti and the National Agency for Agricultural Payments (AGEA) has allowed to unlock the resources of the National Solidarity Fund intended to cover the damages suffered in the years 2023 and 2024 by. read more

Tak jak ma to miejsce we Włoszech, spożycie owoców i warzyw w Europie również wydaje się maleć, a typowy wzrost cen związany z okresem Bożego Narodzenia - okolicznością, która zazwyczaj zachęca do większego planowania i wzrostu cen - nie występuje pomimo zbliżających się świąt. read more

Badania przeprowadzone w południowym Wietnamie wykazały, że miejscowe grzyby i aktynobakterie charakteryzują się aktywnością przeciwko więdnięciu Fusarium, chorobie, która dotyka produkcję bananów na całym świecie. Badanie zostało przeprowadzone przez zespół badawczy, w skład którego wchodzili Tran V.T., Dinh T.Q., i Le D.D., i skupiało się na Fusarium oxysporum f. read more

By capitalizing on its distinctive natural resources and enhancing innovation throughout the entire industrial supply chain, Yunnan province in southwest China is turning its floral industry into a cornerstone of high-quality development. This not only highlights beauty but also provides tangible benefits for the local people. read more

UK: Sainsbury's CEO among business leaders recognized in new year honours. Simon Roberts, who has been chief executive of the UK's second largest supermarket since 2020, has been awarded the title of Commander of the Order of the British Empire (CBE) for his services to the retail industry.
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France has announced plans to suspend imports of certain fruits that have been found to contain residues of pesticides prohibited within the European Union. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu stated that a decree will be issued to block the entry of the affected produce, with the measure aimed at protecting consumers. read more

By week 51, Peru closed the season with total blueberry exports of 326,117 tons, up 19 per cent year on year and closely aligned with the revised December projection. This outcome confirms Peru's position as the leading global blueberry supplier and consolidates a high-volume export window. read more

Once Bluecrop and good preparation of the blueberry cultivation site were enough. Today - it's no longer sufficient. Climate changes require a new approach to choosing varieties, preparing the soil, and managing the plantation. This is best understood by practitioners - grower Jerzy. read more

Włoskie szkółki są powszechnie uznawane za jedne z najlepszych na świecie, a systemy uprawy chronionej i bezglebowej nadal zyskują popularność. Te operacje wymagają różnych rozwiązań oświetleniowych w zależności od etapu wzrostu roślin. To właśnie w tym kontekście firma C-Led, mająca siedzibę, zdobywa uznanie. read more

This month, FreshPlaza will be focusing on bananas. Are you a grower, importer, or supplier of citrus? If so, we would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can call you for an interview. Just let us know. You can contact info@freshplaza.com. read more

At dawn in 2026, the global blueberry industry finds itself at a historic crossroads: what was once a niche product has become a true commodity. As highlighted by PortalFruticola.com, the recently concluded year marked the transition from simply increasing volumes. read more

The ruling National Conference in India has urged the central government to reconsider its decision to allow apple imports from New Zealand under a new trade agreement, citing potential risks for domestic producers in Jammu and Kashmir. Party spokesperson Imran Nabi issued a statement on Thursday regarding this matter. read more

Just a few days ago, 2026 began and, as tradition dictates, the start of the new year is a time to reflect on what lies ahead, in light of what happened in the previous twelve months. An exercise that, for IFN, also involves analyzing the most read articles by the community. read more

"The European Union sometimes appears to be influenced by conflicting instincts: initially, they announced a ban on combustion engines by 2035, but then recently made a partial reversal. However, in the interim, car manufacturers have made significant advancements in certain areas. Will a similar shift occur now with the ban on plastic?" read more

W styczniu do października 2025 roku Azerbejdżan importował 2539 ton kiwi o wartości 1,89 miliona dolarów według Komitetu Statystycznego. Oznacza to spadek rok do roku o 12% pod względem objętości i o 10% pod względem wartości. W tym okresie większość importowanych kiwi pochodziła z... read more

Jakub Krawczyk, export manager for Polish apple exporter Appolonia, mentions that the current demand for apples in Europe is still low. He also notes a slight slowdown in the movement of apples in India. According to him, the demand has remained mostly consistent lately, with orders from local supermarkets still relatively stable. read more