Romania's governing coalition has decided to extend the cap on commercial markups for basic products until the end of March 2026. The measure, first introduced in June 2023, limits the markup on 17 food categories to 5%. For fruit and vegetables, the cap applies to bulk tomatoes, onions, read more

Farmers in the Asante Akim North Municipality of Ghana's Ashanti Region have confirmed that government officials have started purchasing tomatoes and onions, following a recent directive by President John Mahama. On September 15, 2025, the president instructed that 1,000 boxes of tomatoes and onions be purchased directly from local farmers to support the agricultural sector. read more

CMA CGM has confirmed the continuation of its "Cherry Express" service, which is specifically tailored to transport Chilean cherries quickly to Asia during the peak export season. This service, based in San Antonio, provides fixed-day weekly sailings with direct links to Shanghai, ensuring delivery in 23 days. read more

Po kilku kolejnych sezonach dotkniętych suszą, obfite opady deszczu w ubiegłym roku okazały się bardzo korzystne dla subtropikalnych upraw w Maladze, takich jak mango i awokado. "Hiszpania przewiduje wzrost produkcji awokado o 20-25% w sezonie 2025/2026, dzięki zwiększonym opadom deszczu i dobrze..." read more

Sproomz B.V. (formerly Oakfield Champignons B.V.) has announced that its CEO, Maurice Koppen, will step down from his position. The decision was reached in consultation with Yukiguni Factory Co., Ltd. [formerly Yukiguni Maitake Co., Ltd., listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Prime Market: 1375]. read more

Verwoert Fruit is extensively involved in the fruit industry. The company integrates fruit cultivation, controlled fruit storage, and fruit trading. This family-owned business based in Lienden cultivates apples, pears, redcurrants, strawberries, and cherries on 22 hectares. The company has been involved in marketing for many years. read more

Spanish peaches and nectarines clearly dominated, with Italian products following closely in terms of importance. According to the German BLE, Turkish and French shipments only played a secondary role and were not readily available everywhere. Availability decreased, and the quality also left much to be desired. read more

Spanish economic reports, cited by journalist Francisco Miralles in the Spanish Huffpost on 22 September, highlighted a sharp rise in Spain's imports of fruits and vegetables from Morocco. The increase has triggered protests among Spanish farmers, who are calling on the European Union to ensure... read more

The food trade is characterized by a dynamic market that is constantly influenced by political, economic, and climatic factors. Many issues from the past 25 years are still relevant today for the long-established Berlin-based company Weihe GmbH. The family business is based at the local wholesale. read more

When the Polish apple season started, it was challenging to find good quality apples, but the situation has improved since then, according to Mohamed Marawan, the owner of the Polish apple exporter Sarafruit. "The season begins with the Gala variety, and at the beginning it was..." read more

The new kiwi berry season has started at Coöperatie Hoogstraten in Belgium. This fruit, related to the kiwi, is still relatively unknown to many, though the cooperative has been marketing it in late summer for about ten years. This season's outlook is positive: harvesting should last eight weeks. read more

The clementine season is already starting in the Spanish province of Castellon with the first harvests of the earliest varieties, although, for the time being, supply is still limited. Due to hailstorms in Castellon and Valencia, the main clementine and mandarin growing areas in Spain, supply is read more

Kakis, citrus fruits, and potatoes, three flagship products of the Valencia region, saw their seasons affected by the flood disaster of October last year. However, this season is being approached with greater optimism. Frutomás Export, one of the most prominent specialized companies in the region, is celebrating. read more

The second half of September signals the beginning of the Moroccan pomegranate season, which is expected to last until the end of November. "Volumes are projected to be high, with good sizes despite water issues, so the season appears promising," says Mourad Jabri, manager of Primeur Fraîcheur, a company that markets... read more

New Farming Minister Dame Angela Eagle recently visited a soft fruit farm in Kent for her first farm visit since assuming her role in Defra. During the visit, she met with representatives of the National Farmers' Union (NFU), including NFU President Tom Bradshaw and NFU Horticulture member Marion Regan. read more

From January to July 2025, Azerbaijan exported 70,830 tonnes of potatoes, valued at USD 28.1 million, according to the State Statistics Committee. Compared to the same period in 2024, exports grew by 47% in volume and 37% in value. The main export destination was Russia, receiving 59,376 tonnes valued at USD 22.7 million, which represents a 40% increase. read more

A laboratory of innovation, a brand recognized by consumers - but Valfrutta Fresco is, above all, a company with a clear objective in mind, that is, to grow while maximizing the products of our members. We are growing both in value and volume, in line with our budget, and aim to close at €30. read more

The season for prickly pears in the province of Malaga, Spain, particularly in Coín in the Guadalhorce valley, has been longer and more productive this year. According to José Miguel Guzmán, owner of the El Tío Lo Chumbo estate, abundant rainfall has helped increase both yields and fruit sweetness, prolonging the season. read more

The Valencian Farmers' Association (AVA-Asaja) reports that the heavy hailstorm recorded last weekend has caused significant losses totaling 9 million euros across 1,700 hectares of farms in La Costera and La Safor, particularly affecting olive, kaki, avocado, and citrus crops. read more

Bangladesh has exported mangoes and jackfruits by sea for the first time to the United Arab Emirates, the United States, and several European countries. Previously, these fruits were exported only by air. According to the Chattogram Plant Quarantine Station, 39,141 kg of mangoes were shipped. read more