A 3,000 m² production basin that yields as many leeks annually as 1.5 to 2 hectares in an open field? What until recently seemed like a vision of the future has now become reality. On the Boudry family farm in Ypres this spring, the first large-scale open-air cultivation of hydro leeks was read more

With the cherry season in Jammu and Kashmir coming to an end, demand for imported cherries in India has risen sharply, says Shivjit Zende, Founder of Gurudatt IMPEX Pvt. Ltd. "The market is now entirely dependent on overseas supply, with air shipments arriving from the United States, Turkey, and other countries." read more

Jeśli chodzi o ceny, tegoroczny sezon kalafiorów nie był niczym godnym uwagi, aż do ostatnich tygodni. "Przez cały rok sprzedaż była bardzo trudna, zaczynając od sezonu kalafiorów zimą, ale teraz sytuacja ta się całkowicie zmieniła. Obecnie kalafiory sprzedają się za ponad 2 euro. read more

The apple industry in Australia is currently evaluating growth opportunities with the introduction of a new variety called the Dazzle apple. Industry stakeholders view this variety as a potential option for expanding both domestic and export markets, providing an alternative to well-known varieties like Pink Lady and Gala. read more

The geothermally heated greenhouse project in Neudau-Burgau is entering its next phase: Frutura, Austria's leading company in sustainable fruit and vegetable production, has now been selected as the operator for the entire facility. The first vegetable plants will be grown in 2027 and brought to full production. read more

The harvest of fresh fruits for the 2025/2026 season in Rio Grande do Norte has begun with the goal of processing up to 300,000 tons through the Port of Natal, which is a doubling of exports compared to the previous season. The first shipment departed on August 10, signifying the operational commencement of the season. read more

The bankrupt canned fruit producer Del Monte Foods has received court approval to conduct an auction of its assets after extending deadlines to provide more time for potential bidders to submit offers. During an August 12 court hearing, company attorney Rachael Ringer confirmed that auction rules were in place. read more

Spanish peaches and nectarines used to have a strong presence in the market but have since decreased in importance. According to the German BLE, there were also some limitations on Italian deliveries. Shipments from Turkey and France helped to fill the market gap. Greek and domestic supplies were only minor contributors. The season is now reaching its end. read more

The Portuguese Competition Authority (AdC) has fined a company for abusing its dominant position in the market for collecting, distributing, and commercializing Madeira bananas. The company cooperated with the AdC through a settlement procedure, giving up its right to challenge the... read more

Industrial Auctions offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs in the fruit and vegetable sector who want to expand or modernize their processing capacity. In Yerseke (NL), the complete, operational apple processing and packaging line of Smiley Apple is being auctioned online. The line is for sale. read more

Northwest cherries from the U.S. are scheduled to arrive in India by sea, marking the beginning of a new phase for imports, according to Sumit Saran, the India representative for the Northwest Cherry Growers. "The first sea containers of Northwest cherries are expected soon, following a 300% increase in shipment volumes this year. read more

The 2nd International Table Grape Congress (CIUM 2025) took place this week at the ESAN University Convention Center, with opening remarks delivered by Manuel Yzaga, President of Provid and CEO of Vanguard Group International. The event, held on August 13 and 14, brought together over 2,000 participants. read more

South Korean company, Sunforest, produces portable NIR Spectrometers that non-destructively measure the internal quality of fruits, including brix, dry matter, moisture, and color. Jay Hwang explains, "This device provides growers with precise information about the fruit while it is still on the tree." read more

The Netherlands is currently facing an oversupply of raspberries caused by delayed shipments from Spain and Morocco coinciding with the local harvest, leading to a drop in prices and putting additional strain on growers, especially those selling directly on the market. In Germany, autumn raspberries are more popular. read more

Kenyan avocado growers are getting ready to start the second cycle of the season, which is set to begin in two to three weeks. After a slow and challenging first cycle, they are encouraged by the higher demand and prices compared to last season. Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza, is optimistic about the upcoming cycle. read more

Difficulties in supplying oranges for the export market in Egypt, largely attributed to the expansion of the processing industry, have resulted in the withdrawal of between 600,000 and 1 million tons of oranges this season, according to preliminary estimates (which are still pending official confirmation). read more

At the height of the summer season, French raspberry production is at its peak. "The season started at the beginning of May. Production peaks in the summer and continues until the end of August. Volumes should then decrease until week 48 for the latest producing regions, which will mark the end." read more

With the California table grape season well underway, the supply is good with particularly strong quality this year. "We've had a really mild summer in the San Joaquin Valley. We've not seen that many days over 100°F since May," says Keith Wilson, owner of King Fresh Produce LLC. "So grapes, read more

The wholesale prices of bananas in various European markets decreased in week 32 compared to week 31, with drops ranging from slight adjustments to more significant decreases. In Latvia, the average wholesale price dropped from €85/100 kg in week 31 to €76/100 kg in week 32. read more

Osman Goksan, marketing manager of Turkish fruit exporter Osman Akça Tarim, states that the Turkish fig season is looking promising. "The season started off well with positive signs. The April rains were very beneficial for the trees, providing a healthy beginning for fruit development. The progress in the orchards has been consistent overall." read more