After receiving the protected geographical indication in the EU in 2024, this will be the first season in which the green asparagus from the Spanish province of Guadalajara will be marketed under this quality seal that confirms the product's origin, authenticity, and superior quality. read more

The marketing campaign for the protected Leanri mandarin variety is in its final stages, and this year it could end with around 20,000 tons sold. This variety is typically harvested between December and February, providing a unique marketing window, about three weeks ahead of. read more

Gosh! has introduced packaging updates for its core products, featuring a plant points indicator. This initiative aims to guide consumers towards diverse dietary choices through vegetable-based products. The updated design will be applied to the core Gosh! range, including items such as Moroccan. read more

Egyptian exports of fresh citrus fruit have dropped significantly this year due to domestic competition with processing plants, a challenge that other agricultural exporters, like those in the green beans sector, have been facing for years. Mohamed Fooad, co-founder of Egyfarm, highlights this issue. read more

"Dutch cabbage sales are currently going strong," says Richard Kruijer of the mediation agency Tuindersbelang in Warmenhuizen, which centrally organises sales for around 60 cabbage growers. "Prices are skyrocketing, and I wouldn't be surprised if cabbage becomes even more expensive tomorrow." read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in Florida and throughout the U.S. are paying close attention to the effects of trade policies implemented by the Trump administration. Florida, a major player in the citrus industry, harvested around 20.2 million boxes of citrus during the 2023–24 season, with oranges being the primary crop. read more

Wraz z nadchodzącymi ostatnimi dniami kwietnia, ostatnie przesyłki południowoamerykańskich winogron trafią do Stanów Zjednoczonych, a producent-eksporter Divine Flavor przeniesie swoją uwagę z Chile na swoje główne regiony upraw w Jalisco i Sonora, w Meksyku. W ostatnich latach kwiecień i maj stały się...
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The Midelt region, situated in the high Moroccan plains at an altitude of over 1400 meters, is known as the apple-growing hub of the country. This region used to be famous for its abundant water resources and regular snowfall. Unfortunately, seven consecutive years of drought have caused significant damage to the growers in the area. read more

Namibia is close to finalizing an agreement to enter China's grape market, which consists of 1.3 billion consumers. It is expected that this deal will result in approximately US$10.5 million in seasonal revenue from this market. Currently, Namibia's grape sector brings in about US$68.4 million. read more

The Ukrainian agricultural sector is currently facing the challenges of full-scale war and global changes, with the onion market attracting attention from producers. Previously neglected, onions now offer export possibilities thanks to their price advantage over European competitors. This change indicates a new trend. read more

W Hiszpanii, nowe regulacje nakazują, aby szkoły włączały owoce, warzywa i ryby w swoje tygodniowe menu obiadowe. Ta inicjatywa, wprowadzona drogą królewskiego dekretu, ma na celu przeciwdziałanie otyłości dzieci poprzez ograniczenie spożycia smażonych i tłustych potraw. Szkoły są teraz zobowiązane do zapewnienia opcji wegetariańskich. read more

Trendy clean eating habits in the United States are affecting consumer preferences in the fruit and vegetable industry. According to a recent study by LendingTree, organic produce is priced at a premium of 52.6% compared to conventional produce. Matt Schulz, chief consumer finance analyst at LendingTree, stated, "We've seen a significant increase in the demand for organic produce in recent years." read more

Oishii has introduced the Nikko Berry, its third variety of vertically-farmed strawberries and its most budget-friendly option so far. Priced at $7.99, the Nikko marks a major cost reduction for the company, which was previously known for selling $50 punnets, indicating an increased ability to expand its premium indoor farming operations. read more

Popyt na owoce cytrusowe, zwłaszcza pomarańcze, nadal rośnie ze względu na niedobór podaży, co powoduje wzrost cen i sprzyja producentom, takim jak Argentyna, na różnych rynkach. W tym roku Nobel, argentyńska firma specjalizująca się w eksporcie mandarynek i pomarańczy, planuje eksportować. read more

Imports of fruits and berries to Kazakhstan reached a record level in 2024, with over 835,000 tons imported into the country, marking a 33.3% increase compared to the previous year. The total value of these imports was $455.7 million. A significant surge was observed in the import of apples. read more

Dane z Global Trade Tracker ujawniają, że Turcja importowała ponad 1000 ton mango z Egiptu od lipca 2024 do lutego 2025 roku, o wartości 1,11 miliona dolarów. To odzwierciedla znaczny wzrost w porównaniu z poprzednimi sezonami, czterokrotny wzrost w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem i niemal ośmiokrotny wzrost w porównaniu z sezonem 2022/23. read more

The European market is driving demand for Brazilian tropical fruits, leading to seasonal price increases and creating new opportunities for exporters. The family business Sebastião da Manga, with over 500 employees and offices in Portugal, Spain, and the Netherlands, has established a strong presence in the market. read more

The melon market is currently in a transitional phase. Overseas volumes are rapidly declining, while Morocco and Spain are preparing to start their seasons. Jacob Akatalan of MG Fruit in Ridderkerk takes stock: "The recent sunny weather has often led to strong melon sales, but that only works if read more

The first harvest of greenhouse cherries began on April 16, 2025, later than planned, due to the unseasonably cold weather in the past few weeks. "We had anticipated starting the harvest in early April, but the recent cold spells, frequent rains, and high humidity caused delays. read more

Egyptian Valencias are very small, creating an opportunity for South Africa's early orange exporters. "Everyone's very optimistic, a lot of farmers are very positive that it'll be a good year," says Lavhengwa Nemaorani of Muka Tangi Farm, previously known as Easy Farm, in Tshivhilwi village. read more