The global blueberry market is experiencing significant growth. In 2024, its market size was valued at USD 9.81 billion, making it a prominent sector in the food and agricultural industry. Demand is expected to keep increasing, reaching a remarkable USD 13.53 billion by 2032. read more

Po opracowaniu serii odmian cukinii odpornej na ToLCNDV - Nominowany do zabezpieczenia przed ND w 2024 r. - Syngenta teraz stosuje swoją odporność na ND do ogórków z najnowszym dodatkiem: Siriana (holenderski typ długi), zaprojektowany do pełnoletniej produkcji. "Siriana to absolutnie pierwsza odmiana ogórka, która" read more

On a Tuesday afternoon in late April, a green truck pulls into a parking area in Oude-Tonge, the Netherlands. Bakker Barendrecht is picking up radishes from grower Ad Coolbergen. So far, nothing unusual. Ad has been cultivating radishes for years for Bakker Barendrecht, the trading company. read more

The melon and watermelon season in Murcia is currently in full swing. The cold spring delayed the start of the season slightly, but the rainfall ended up being beneficial. It appears that the weather, prices, demand, and quality are and will remain favorable. A crucial factor in sales is the preference for. read more

A new chapter has been opened in India's horticultural exports as the town of Pathankot successfully introduced its rose-scented lychees on the international market. The significant shipment from Sujanpur, Pathankot, to Doha, Qatar, marked the fruit's inaugural global debut. The consignment comprised of one. read more

The passing of John William Scott, also known as Bill, signifies the conclusion of an era in strawberry cultivation in New Zealand. Scott was a trailblazer in the berry-growing industry, establishing a lasting legacy at Scott's Strawberry Farm situated on the outskirts of Havelock North. For more than four decades, Scott read more

The British company Blue Skies has developed a supply chain model that delivers fresh-cut, ripe fruit to Dutch supermarkets within 48 hours of harvest. This approach tackles common challenges in fruit importation, such as quality loss from harvesting unripe produce and inefficiencies in the supply chain. read more

The current harvest at the Knöbl farm was completed on June 24 this year. Owner David Knöbl reported that they finished ten days earlier last year, but still have a few days' head start compared to an average year this year. David Knöbl has been growing red currants on around 1.5 hectares of land. read more

EU farm organizations are warning of a possible "complete deadlock" at the EU level unless the European Commission increases the availability of crop protection substances and methods. Copa Cogeca, which represents EU farm organizations and agricultural cooperatives, highlights the need for more options in this area for certain fruit and vegetable crops. read more

Between September 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025, Turkey exported an estimated 260,800 tons of hazelnuts, representing a 9% year-on-year increase, as reported by the Black Sea Exporters' Association. Despite a slowdown in export growth in the quarter ending on May 31, market dynamics remained strong. read more

The Comptoir Rhodanien group (Drôme) has announced the acquisition of Fruits 2000 (Ardèche), a company specializing in the packaging and shipping of fruits like cherries, apricots, chestnuts, walnuts, and kiwis to specialized wholesalers and major European retailers. read more

Rejestracja jest wciąż otwarta na międzynarodowe wydarzenie Prognosfruit, które odbędzie się w Angers od 6 do 8 sierpnia. "Rejestracje są otwarte do 20 lipca," wyjaśnia Sandrine Gaborieau, menedżer ds. marketingu i komunikacji w Narodowym Stowarzyszeniu Jabłek i Gruszek (ANPP), które jest odpowiedzialne za. read more

"At Tuttofood 2025, we showcased a sneak peek of the upcoming Vitale-branded 'La Datterina' sauce featuring a blend of red and yellow date tomatoes. This product combines the boldness of red date tomatoes with the subtle flavors of yellow ones, resulting in a harmonious balance of sweetness and freshness. read more

Fruits from certified export orchards in Vietnam are experiencing a decrease in market value, with current prices ranging from approximately $1.01 to $1.21 per kilogram. This marks a decline from earlier prices at the season's start, which were about $1.42 to $1.62 per kilogram. Luc, a lychee farmer from Bac Giang Province, is also affected by this trend. read more

The beginning of summer has brought good news for Ukrainian consumers, as prices for essential vegetables, especially tomatoes and potatoes, have dropped significantly compared to May. Data from major retail chains as of June 29, 2025, confirms this trend. The most notable change is observed in the price. read more

The strawberry season started on time but was extended due to lower temperatures at the beginning. Strawberry farms had around eight to nine weeks of strawberries, which is unusually long. The early season was successful due to optimal weather conditions. read more

The rynek pieczarek białych obecnie doświadcza typowego letniego spadku. "Popyt na pieczarki białe zazwyczaj jest stosunkowo niski między Wielkanocą a sierpniem/wrzesniem, dlatego dostosowujemy produkcję, aby odzwierciedlić mniejsze sprzedaże. Jednak w porównaniu do poprzednich lat, tegoroczny letni spadek jest… read more

This week, the watermelon harvest began in the north of Castellón, where the surface area has increased once again. "Our watermelon harvest officially started on Wednesday, June 25. It will run until the beginning of August," stated Sebastián Torres, Benihort's Export Sales Manager. read more

The Coöperatie Hoogstraten is located just across the border in Belgium. When it comes to bell peppers, however, this short distance makes a significant difference. While the Netherlands has the largest acreage for bell peppers in both countries, Hoogstraten fetches higher prices. read more

Odkrycie 300 kg kokainy w skrzynkach z bananami podkreśla trwające wyzwania w handlu nielegalnym. Według rzeczniczki policji Brandenburgii, Brigit Kardels, narkotyki zostały znalezione w dziesięciu supermarketach w Berlinie i czterech w Brandenburgii. To zdarzenie pokrywa się z wcześniejszymi metodami przemytu, które obejmują. read more