W zeszłe lato, cena ziemniaków na wolnym rynku w Wielkiej Brytanii wynosiła zawrotną sumę około 600 funtów za tonę; w tym roku rynek nie mógłby być bardziej różny. "Obecnie trudno nawet oszacować wartość ziemniaków" - komentuje Robert Doig z Caledonia Potatoes. "Po prostu nie ma popytu. Jest to spowodowane... read more

Na całym świecie większość ludzi regularnie spożywa zbyt mało warzyw. Dlatego powstała inicjatywa Veggies First: międzynarodowy ruch dedykowany zwiększaniu spożycia warzyw. Inicjatywa głównie skupia się na pokoleniu Z i młodych Millenialsach (w wieku 24-32 lat), grupie, na którą wskazują badania. read more

On Monday, June 30th, FreshPlaza published an article about the detection of the Oriental fruit fly in Grabouw. The article was sourced from another publication, but it was inadvertently overlooked that the source had originally published the information seven years ago. We sincerely apologize for any confusion this may have caused. read more

Vegetable processor Hessing Supervers started using its new production facility in the Netherlands in the spring of 2023. This transition was accompanied by a significant operation: moving 15 processing lines from its current sites to the new factory. "It was not an easy task," says Jeroen Spruit, NPR. read more

The stan Oregon enters the peak of its blueberry season and so far, conditions have been ideal. Jeff Malensky from Oregon Berry Packing stated, "The lead up to this season was as good as we could have asked for." In April, during pollination, the weather was dry and not too warm. read more

The cost of Iranian fruit in Russia has increased by 25%, driven by political tensions and logistical disruptions in the Middle East, according to SHOT. Importers report significant delays and rising expenses tied to reduced driver availability, unstable communication lines, and the need to. read more

China Meetup 2025, the event focused on mainland China associated with Asia Fruit Logistica, is scheduled to take place in Guangzhou from 8-9 September 2025. Organizers have confirmed increased international participation this year, with companies and delegates from various regions such as Asia, Europe, Latin America, attending the event. read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing three exciting online auctions focused on potato and onion processing equipment. At the auction in Stavenhagen (Germany), you will find a potato steam peeling line consisting of various machines from brands such as Eima and Gouda. In Belgium, a production and read more

The Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance has stopped the import of a 1.6-ton shipment of fresh peaches from Uzbekistan. This action was taken following the detection of the oriental fruit moth, Grapholita molesta, a quarantine pest, during a phytosanitary inspection. read more

New products are constantly being introduced by the melon and watermelon sector of Campo de Cartagena, in Murcia, Spain. Seed companies are working hard to create fruits that are more resistant to diseases and pests, while still being delicious and, of course, as profitable as possible. These products are aimed at the Spanish market. read more

Moldova's Parliament has approved in the first reading a reform that allows certified fresh fruit and vegetable operators to bypass routine quality inspections. The proposed changes to the law on quality control of fresh produce introduce a certification system for economic agents who meet certain criteria. read more

The premium imported fruit market in India is experiencing consistent growth, driven by the demand in urban areas for healthier and high-quality produce as well as global culinary trends. Urban millennials, Generation Z, families in metropolitan areas, and Tier-2 cities are influencing the demand, while the Indian hospitality industry is also contributing to the growing interest. read more

A fruit wholesaler based in Dordogne was given a one-year suspended prison sentence and a €50,000 fine for mislabeling imported fruits. The products, which came from Morocco, Portugal, and the Netherlands, were falsely labeled as French. This included... read more

Nowa czosnek z Hiszpanii jest dostępny na niemieckim rynku od kilku tygodni. "Rozpoczęliśmy nowy sezon w tygodniu kalendarzowym 25 i obecnie otrzymujemy bardzo dobrej jakości produkty z regionu upraw wokół Kordoby. Niestety, deszcz przyszedł w tym roku dokładnie w złym momencie, i read more

The pepper season is fully underway in the Spanish Region of Murcia, with some excess production due to imbalances in the plantations caused by abundant rainfall at the end of winter and the beginning of spring. There is also strong pressure on prices due to an oversupply of Dutch products. read more

The 2025 citrus export peak season in South Africa is expected to involve shipping approximately 171.1 million 15kg cartons of citrus. This sector is recognized as the country's largest agricultural export, highlighting the significance of efficient logistics, especially through improvements in ports and railways. read more

The now ongoing New Zealand kiwifruit season is in full swing for Zespri, and the company is approaching it with great enthusiasm. "The season in New Zealand has started off exceptionally well for Zespri. The outstanding quality of the initial Zespri kiwifruit and the increasing demand in Europe certainly..." read more

The supply of cherries from the Pacific Northwest appears to be higher than in 2024. "Our supply looks great," says Cat Gipe-Stewart, marketing director at Superfresh Growers®, noting that the company is responsible for about 17 percent of the Northwest cherry crop. "They are juicy, vibrant in color, and..." read more

The Zhytomyr region in central-northern Ukraine plays a significant role in fruit and berry cultivation, with plantation areas covering 4.4 thousand hectares, of which 4.0 thousand hectares are actively producing fruits. According to Agronews, apples, pears, and stone fruits dominate the production in this area. read more

The Turkish fruit and vegetable trade exhibition, Anfaş Fresh Antalya, will open its doors for the sixth time between September 18 and 20, 2025, at the Anfaş Antalya International Fair and Congress Center in Antalya, Turkey. This year's event will go beyond showcasing products and will offer a diverse range of activities and opportunities. read more