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About two weeks ago, the new open-grown chicory season started again in Belgium. Despite the year-round availability of chicory from hydroponics these days, the moment when this seasonal product par excellence returns to the shelves is still eagerly awaited in Belgium. "Demand is already picking read more

Europe is strengthening its position as a key market for Peruvian blueberries during this export season. According to data from Proarándanos, fresh blueberry shipments to Europe have reached 31,222 tons since the start of the 2025-2026 season, marking a 166% increase compared to the same period last year. read more

The Philippine government is expected to implement a temporary suspension on onion imports by February 2026 to give priority to local harvests, safeguard farmers' incomes, and ensure a stable market supply. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that the suspension would be put into effect. read more

Who will be the lucky winner of a free container with 30,000 kg of yellow onions? Following Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Wiscomex organized a prize draw campaign at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. All foreign onion importers visiting the stand were invited to drop their business card into the container to participate. read more

That's great! The International Centre for Underwater Archaeology in Zadar has finished a research project on a Roman-era shipwreck in Barbir Bay near Sukošan, Croatia. During the course of four years, they excavated and documented a 12.5-meter long vessel using daily photography, which was then used to create three-dimensional models. read more

For the tenth consecutive year, Ukrainian and Polish farmers gathered in the Lutsk district of the Volyn region for an annual Field Day dedicated to potato production. This season, 79 varieties of seed potatoes, both Ukrainian and European, were presented, grown on 30 hectares. "We focus on" read more

Avocados have been cultivated in Tanzania since the 1890s. The global demand for this crop is continuously increasing, with the industry's value reaching US$16.24 billion in 2024 and projected to grow to US$23 billion by 2029. Tanzania has become the fourth-largest exporter of avocados in Africa, following Kenya and South Africa. read more

MEC Nakedi Kekana hosted six Regional Ministers from Ghana on a study tour focused on agriculture and rural development. The visit included farm visits in Groblersdal, one of South Africa's key irrigation hubs. At the welcome ceremony, MEC Kekana positioned Limpopo as South Africa's main fresh agricultural produce supplier. read more

The New Zealand brand Rockit is promoting its snack-sized apples as a unique gift option for the Mid-Autumn Festival in China, a time of high consumer demand in the country. The company kicked off its campaign on September 24th with an event at the Fresh Hippo (Hema) headquarters in Shanghai,... read more

Włochy zanotowały wzrost cen truskawek na początku października po spadku we wrześniu, co wynikało z chłodniejszej pogody, która spowolniła dojrzewanie i ograniczyła podaż. W południowych Włoszech trwa zasiew, a dane dotyczące popytu wskazują na silne nawyki zakupowe gospodarstw domowych. W Holandii, plantatorzy w szklarniach donoszą o stabilnych wolumenach. read more

It's wonderful that we celebrate the delicacy of small, exquisite flavor bombs – tomatoes with a Brix level over 9, robust vines, and an impressive shelf life. They sparkle like pieces of gold, or like a little angel joyfully spreading sweetness on your tongue. A genuine indulgence, a delight for the. read more

India's onion market is currently experiencing a period of abundant supply and high quality of both pink and red onions, according to Shvam Dhumal, Director at fresh produce exporter Agroindi EXIM Pvt Ltd., located in Maharashtra, India. "This year, we have good availability of both pink and red onions due to production." read more

The Managing Director of National Fruit Pakistan, Shoaib Ahmad Basra, stated that the potato market in Pakistan has experienced significant growth in the last 15 months. "Potato production has reached historically high levels of around 9 to 9.5 million tonnes in the 2024-25 season, marking a 20% increase from the previous year." read more

For the third year in a row, Ukraine has started the onion season with historically low prices. Analysts are reporting wholesale prices ranging from UAH 5–10 (US$0.12–0.25) per kilogram, and anticipate further decreases due to the abundance of medium and low-quality onions still available on the market. Onions are a significant crop in the country... read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) has announced that it will allow imports of red and white onions, as well as carrots, to help stabilize retail prices in local markets. The announcement was made by DA Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. during the 47th Meeting of the ASEAN Ministers on Agriculture and Forestry. read more

Grape varieties from the Byzantine era that were discovered in Israel's Negev desert are now being replanted after over a thousand years, reviving ancient farming practices that once provided wine to Mediterranean markets. The new vineyard is being established at Shivta National Park, located within the remains of the Byzantine-era settlement. read more

"We are a bit in each other's way," is how Stephan van Marrewijk of Vicasol sums up the Spanish fruit and vegetable season. "The Spanish season is starting slowly, but many countries still have their own productions. From next week, I expect many customers to switch to the Spanish product. read more

The concept of ÉVO® HASS was conceived by Troy Agosti a few years ago with the goal of transforming avocados from a commodity into a high-value fruit. The focus was on creating a unique selling point. "ÉVO HASS is a fresh produce solution designed to ensure superior eating quality, minimize waste, and read more

Albert van der Merwe from Sonop Boerdery, a farm in Noordoewer growing tomatoes, butternuts, and table grapes, stated that over a thousand employees have been sent home, and there is a possibility that the final 3,000 tonnes of their tomatoes may need to be destroyed due to South Africa closing its border to Namibian produce. read more

Turkish pomegranate season has started with early varieties, but lower volumes are anticipated due to adverse weather conditions that fruit trees faced in 2024," says Kerem Tümen, export manager for Turkish fresh produce trader Tümen Tarim. "The citrus season may pose challenges as well." read more