Following a strong cold front on April 5th, Hungary experienced an influx of Arctic air. By Sunday, a light frost was observed over a large area. By Monday, frost was widespread, except in the Northwestern region and the Southern shore of Lake Balaton. The North and northeast, which are home to nearly read more

Sourabh Jaiswal, Business Development Manager for Indian produce exporter KK Star, stated that the Indian mango season has been challenging so far. "The mango season in India has been progressing slower than anticipated. We've had to deal with multiple challenges, such as increasingly harsh. read more

The delivery of the first Swiss rhubarb on April 5 officially heralded the start of the new season in the canton of Thurgau. "Due to the weather, we are starting the new season about ten days later than last year. For now, however, we expect to harvest almost the same amount as last year. Even read more

We would like to inform you that on Tuesday, April 8th, the breeding company Rijk Zwaan officially opened its new Seed Connect Centre at its headquarters in De Lier, Netherlands. This expansion increases the capacity of the fruit and vegetable breeding company for seed cleaning, processing, storage, and packaging to continue to meet the demands. read more

Domino's Pizza wprowadziło nowatorski przysmak wielkanocny, który wzbudza zainteresowanie: czosnkowe i ziołowe jajko wielkanocne. Ta nietypowa kreacja łączy kremową teksturę białej czekolady z wyrazistymi nutami ikonicznego Dipu z czosnkiem i ziołami Domino's. Dostępne tylko przez ograniczony czas, to jajko wielkanocne zostało zaprojektowane read more

In April, frosts in Ukraine can affect the harvest of fruit trees, especially apricots. The regions of Kyiv, Kharkiv, and Zakarpattia are expected to be the most impacted. Volodymyr Pechko, the head of the NGO "Ukrgardenprom," discussed potential crop losses with a journalist from UNN. "We are still read more

The dostawa papryki chili nadal jest dobra, tak jak od połowy stycznia. "Ten zimowy sezon uprawny był o wiele lepszy niż w zeszłym roku. W ubiegłym roku mieliśmy bardzo chłodną i deszczową zimę we Florydzie, co spowodowało wiele problemów, co skutkowało niskimi plonami. W tym roku mieliśmy dobrze. read more

The demand for processed avocado products is increasing due to consumers seeking healthy, convenient products with a longer shelf life. Grosla, a Mexican company, is fully dedicated to exporting frozen guacamole and avocado pulp. While its headquarters are in Mexico City, its production facilities are located in... read more

Mrozy w Polsce stanowią ciągłe ryzyko dla produkcji polskich jabłek - twierdzi Karol Osior, menedżer eksportu w polskiej firmie eksportującej owoce - Fruit Active Sp. z o.o.: "Temperatura niedawno stanowiła poważne zagrożenie dla drzew jabłoniowych. Jednakże, nie jest to nowe zjawisko w tej porze roku. Takie sytuacje i lokalne read more

The Australian company BGP International has supply partners worldwide, including unique supply arrangements in Australia. The company supplies a variety of fruits, but specializes in citrus and grapes. The Australian grape season started with promising volumes. read more

Aldi has issued a recall for its Inspired Cuisine baby potatoes with herbs and butter due to potential risks for individuals with severe dairy allergies. The recall applies to the 385g packs with the batch code 4061463488152 and a best before date of April 12. read more

The Orri mandarin has won the prestigious Superior Taste Award (ITI Award) for the second consecutive year, reaffirming its status as a premium mandarin for the 2024-2025 season. In addition to its exceptional taste and texture, Orri distinguishes itself with an exclusive and rigorous management. read more

"We have recently launched the production of substrate for Cardoncelli mushrooms (Pleurotus eryngii), an agri-industrial process that will be completed by June. The substrates will not only be supplied to our farmers starting from August, but will also be cultivated in our own facilities," says Filippo Lupo. read more

Keijo and Konsta Pirkola run a well-established family farm in Tyrnävä, Finland, known for its excellent conditions for cultivating seed potatoes. The farm, established in 1850, shifted from raising cattle to growing seed potatoes in the 1980s under Keijo's father, who saw the sandy soil as perfect for this purpose. read more

Last year, after over twenty years of negotiations, the U.S. approved the Systems Approach for exporting Chilean table grapes. This protocol allows certain important grape-growing regions in Chile to export grapes to the U.S. without requiring fumigation. This is a significant victory for traditional grape growers. read more

In the spring of 2025, prices for new (early-season) potatoes in Bulgaria reached record highs, occasionally climbing to 9 Bulgarian leva (approx. €4.60) per kilogram, a price comparable to that of pork. According to bourgas.ru, the surge in prices is largely due to a dramatic decline in potato... read more

The Volta Group, an independent producer of renewable energy, and Richel Group, a European manufacturer of greenhouses and flexible-cover storage solutions, have announced the commissioning of photovoltaic greenhouses - Les Vergers de Fouillas - in the Drôme department. read more

De Terp Squashpackers is also fully convinced that convenience products provide added value. "By offering soup cubes and slices for the oven or barbecue, we are prepared to provide consumers with a touch of convenience in the pumpkin segment. While fresh pumpkin sales remain relatively stable, there is potential for growth." read more

Evfarmer Capital Limited, a company specializing in agricultural finance, has announced a strategic investment of over $10 million in carrot farms located in the Picardy region of northern France. This initiative aims to support local producers by enhancing production efficiency and implementing new strategies. read more

Peru, Brazil, and China are the top producers of ginger. Prices and quantities vary based on climate, plant health, and logistical issues, affecting export destinations and market competitiveness. "It has been a challenging year due to high prices, limited quantities, and efforts to combat... read more