The transition of blueberries from South America to Mexico and then to the domestic crop in the U.S. has been smooth. The California blueberry season started about two weeks ago, and volumes are increasing steadily. The California industry is slightly behind the original projections at the moment. read more

Earlier this month, Aart van Wijk from the soft fruit company Sikkert Berry's started harvesting the first blackberries from his 1-hectare greenhouse. "Every year, we faced the problem of having a too short blackberry season with outdoor cultivation. Now, we can provide blackberries starting from mid-May." read more

Według danych FAOSTAT przeanalizowanych przez Hortoinfo, w 2023 roku Turcja wyprzedziła Hiszpanię pod względem sprzedaży ogórków. W 2021 i 2022 roku, pomimo mniejszego zbioru, wartość sprzedaży hiszpańskich była wyższa. Wartości są wyrażone w dolarach amerykańskich i zostały przeliczone na euro dla ułatwienia porównań. W 2023 roku, read more

Anyone taking the Sint-Katelijne-Waver exit can't miss it: the brand-new Aartsen facility. On Monday, May 19, the striking new building, covering 10,000 square meters, officially opened its doors. For those unfamiliar with Aartsen: the company has long been a leading name in the open fruit and vegetable sector. read more

Analysts from EastFruit have studied the impact of 2025 weather conditions on the sweet and sour cherry harvests in Eastern Europe and Turkey, which are significant exporters of these fruits. The region experienced heavy frost in April, resulting in a decrease in production. The extent of the damage varied, but the latest estimates are concerning. read more

Niespotykane w maju przymrozki uszkodziły zbiory ziemniaków w regionie Rivne na Ukrainie. Według miejscowych rolników, nawet uprawy przykryte agrowłókniną nie były w pełni chronione, a liście stały się czarne z powodu mroźnych temperatur. "Sytuacja z majowymi przymrozkami była trudna dla rolników. read more

More than 1,520 industry professionals from 77 countries attended the 2025 International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC) Congress, held from May 8–10 in Mallorca, Spain. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange insights, assess market trends, and discuss developments across the industry. read more

Pomimo trwających napięć geopolitycznych, Rosja nadal pozostaje głównym importerem mandarynek z południowokoreańskiej wyspy Jeju. Według Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Rosja stanowiła 53% eksportu cytrusów z wyspy w ubiegłym roku, otrzymując 1775 metrycznych ton spośród ogólnej.

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Russia continues to be the primary importer of tangerines from South Korea's Jeju Island. According to the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Russia accounted for 53% of the island's citrus exports last year, receiving 1,775 metric tons out of a total. read more

"Na szczęście, nasze warunki pogodowe pozwalają nam produkować i zbierać winogrona przez całe 52 tygodnie w roku, zaopatrując zarówno krajowy rynek, jak i destynacje takie jak Europa i Stany Zjednoczone" - powiedział Nelson Filho, przedstawiciel Ibacem. "Eksportujemy prawie ten sam wolumen, jak ten który" read more

The cherry harvest started a few days ago in the hills of Cesena, beginning with the earliest varieties. According to price lists released by the Bologna market organization, wholesale prices range from €5 to €10 per kilogram, depending on the size and quality of the fruit. Loris Babbini from Le read more

Według Ramóna Fernándeza-Pacheco, regionalnego ministra rolnictwa, rybołówstwa, wody i rozwoju obszarów wiejskich, 60 procent strategii dla produkcji owoców i warzyw w szklarniach w Andaluzji zostało już wdrożone. Plan ten, zatwierdzony przez rząd regionalny, obejmuje read more

Vergers Cancel launched the cherry season last week with the Burlat variety. This is the first variety that consumers will be able to enjoy this week. "Cherries officially kick off the summer fruit season, and we are in a normal year in terms of the calendar. We usually start marketing the first read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Fisheries has provided preliminary estimates indicating that Tunisia's summer stone fruit harvest for 2025 is expected to reach 251,500 tons, which represents a 2.8% increase from the 244,700 tons harvested in the previous season. This increase comes despite a slight decrease in cultivated areas. read more

British Tomato Fortnight (BTF) is back for the 2025 season, highlighting the outstanding quality, delicious flavor, and versatility of British-grown tomatoes. This year, the campaign will be at its peak between the 2nd and 15th of June, aiming to support UK growers and promote their produce. read more

With the arrival of warm spring weather, concerns about drought are beginning to arise among farmers. Reports from the potato industry indicate that rain is needed soon. The situation is already critical for onions and shallots, and organic grower Pieter Vandooren emphasizes the urgent need for rain. read more

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Sakata inaugurated a new research station in Gaziler, located in the Kepez district of Antalya, Turkey. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Şakir Fırat Erkal, Antalya Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry; Dr. Hüseyin Çancı, Assistant Dean of the read more

The supply of green bell peppers from Coachella, California is currently at its peak. However, it is not an excessive amount. We expect the volume to remain stable for the next two to three weeks before we start to see a decrease from the Coachella Valley. read more

A new variety called "Tupai King," also known as Squirrel King, is making a name for itself in the competitive premium durian market. Originating from Penang, Malaysia, Tupai King is attracting attention for its distinct sweet flavor. Despite its unattractive appearance, this variety stands out due to its delicious taste, generating interest in... read more

W St. Petersburgu, Służba Celna Federacji Rosyjskiej, we współpracy z rosyjskim Ministerstwem Spraw Wewnętrznych, przechwyciła przesyłkę kokainy ważącą 50 kilogramów. Skonfiskowane narkotyki mają wartość rynkową przekraczającą 500 milionów rubli (6,2 miliona dolarów), jak podała agencja prasowa służby. read more

"Currently, we are offering watercress in its complete form, including the stems, leaves, and flowers. However, we will soon only be selling it as stems and leaves. Watercress is a versatile vegetable that can be used in various culinary preparations," says Andrea Tessadrelli, the scientific manager of L'Orto di Mimì. read more