After the political changes in 1989, the state cooperatives were dissolved, leading to fluctuations in the entire agricultural sector, while today raspberry cultivation is slowly gaining importance again. According to statistical data from the Ministry of Agriculture in Sofia, last year... read more

Compared to the year 2020, the largest increase in production is seen with 28.5% at 4,646 tons for romaine lettuce. Its outdoor cultivation area simultaneously increases by 32.5% to 181.4 hectares. Following that is broccoli with a 24.5% increase in harvest quantity (2024: 4,647 tons) and a 12% increase in cultivation area. read more

From mangoes to melons, retail sales of fresh fruits and vegetables are flourishing, with the total sales of fresh produce reaching £14 billion for the first time in the year ending on 18th May. However, while inflation plays a significant role, it is not the only factor driving this growth. read more

Citrus exporters from South Africa will rush this week to send out their final fruit shipments before the new 30% tariff imposed by the US Government goes into effect. read more

Chiny oficjalnie zatwierdziły import melonów z Kostaryki. Podpisując nowy protokół eksportowy w czwartek, ambasador Chin w Kostaryce, Wang Xiaoyao, nazwał to "prawdziwym kamieniem milowym" dla przyjaźni i handlowych więzi między obydwoma krajami. read more

Las exportaciones de chirimoya española aumentaron un 42 por ciento en 2024/25 según cifras publicadas por el Centro de Asistencia Técnica e Inspección del Comercio Exterior (Soivre).

Spanish custard apple exports grew 42 per cent in 2024/25 according to figures released by the Centre For Technical Assistance and Inspection of Foreign Trade (Soivre). read more

La producción de pomelo en España superó las 100,000 toneladas por primera vez en 2024/25, alcanzando las 102,000 toneladas entre el 1 de septiembre y el 31 de mayo.

Spanish grapefruit production exceeded 100,000 tonnes for the first time in 2024/25, reaching 102,000 tonnes between 1 September and 31 May. read more

It indicated that this growth was driven by the enlargement of the cultivation areas, as the favorable weather conditions facilitated the fruit formation and ripening process of this fruit intended for the external market and the agricultural industry. read more

Cot International and Worldwide Fruit have introduced four new climate-resilient apricot varieties grown in the UK. read more

Asda celebrated Yorkshire Day by announcing a significant investment program in its home county, aimed at improving the in-store experience for customers as part of their ongoing strategy. read more

Frutas de Chile reports that a prominent climate change expert is advocating for the creation of a comprehensive national strategy to tackle the effects of climate change on Chile's fruit industry. read more

The European Commission has officially approved a new health claim for green kiwifruit, recognizing its positive impact on digestive health. read more

According to the NHM, as a result of this event, early potatoes were able to develop underground tubers, allowing them to quickly diversify and eventually give rise to over 100 different species that we know today. The most amazing thing about it, however, is that the read more

Las importaciones de frutas y verduras españolas crecieron un 7 por ciento en volumen y un 13 por ciento en valor en comparación con el mismo período del año anterior de enero a mayo.

The imports of Spanish fruits and vegetables grew 7 percent in volume and 13 percent in value on a year-on-year basis through the January-May period. read more

This year, questions about sustainability certification are on the agenda - Nikki Hulzebos, GroentenFruit Huis, and Wilfried Kamphausen, QS Fachgesellschaft Obst-Gemüse-Kartoffeln GmbH, explain how to counteract the proliferation of certifications and how to
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The productive land area decreased once again by 4.8% compared to the previous year, in line with the trend of recent years. This development has a significant impact on the asparagus harvest in Lower Saxony, which is expected to be 13.1% lower than in 2024. Initial estimates indicate that... read more

Despite recent warnings about potential oversupply of avocados, key figures in the UK industry remain optimistic as the market continues to accommodate growth. read more

Indonesia has recently approved the import of fresh Peruvian blueberries, making it the latest market to do so. read more

At a time when consumers are increasingly seeking foods that are both healthy and environmentally responsible, the World Avocado Organisation (WAO) is celebrating World Avocado Day on July 31 by sharing new insights into how avocados fare in terms of both nutrition and sustainability. read more

Biedronka has become the first retailer in Poland to sell table grapes that were grown in the country. read more