The James Hutton Institute will be presenting a new blackberry variety called Loch Katrine at Fruit Focus 2025. Developed as part of the institute's soft fruit breeding program, Loch Katrine is said to possess desirable characteristics such as uniform shape and size, excellent flavor, easy picking, and... read more

The świat of horticulture is wciąż evolving, and the technologies that wspiera its daily activities evolve with it. Trackster, the new frontier in the harvesting of leafy greens and vegetables in the open fields, stands out in this lively landscape. This innovative system is a kompletna line read more

In 2025, the Netherlands cultivated over 83,000 hectares of ware potatoes, marking an 8.6% increase from the previous year. This is the first time since 2000 that ware potato acreage has exceeded 80,000 hectares. According to provisional figures from the 2025 Agricultural Census by Statistics Netherlands. read more

Zbiory borówek w Kolumbii Brytyjskiej, Kanada, rozpoczęły się w ten weekend. "To są tylko początkowe ilości - niektórzy ludzie mogli już zacząć dla straganów, itp.," mówi Navtej Bains z Westberry Farms, dodając, że tegoroczne plony zaczynają się nieco wcześniej niż w zeszłym roku o kilka dni. read more

California ma obecnie optymalny sezon na owoce pestkowe. "Do tej pory temperatury były bardzo łagodne, a było chłodniej niż zazwyczaj", mówi Magnus Olson z farmy rodzinnej Olsonów, organicznego producenta różnych odmian owoców pestkowych. "Sucha pogoda i temperatury w okolicach 80 stopni Fahrenheita... read more

Avocado has become a strategic crop for Guatemala to strengthen its agricultural sector and open up new international markets. Growers, exporters, government agencies, and technicians are working together under the leadership of the Agexport avocado committee to make avocado a competitive and profitable industry. read more

The apricot yield in Europe is expected to be low, a trend also observed in Hungary. However, an area around Lake Balaton stands out due to its unique microclimatic conditions. Plantations located on the southern shore of the lake have been protected from frosts, as reported. read more

This month, FreshPlaza will be focusing on stone fruit and soft fruit. Are you a grower, importer, or supplier of these fruits? If so, we would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can call you for an interview, just let us know. You can contact info@freshplaza.com. read more

VN Trading produces approximately 160 tonnes of mushrooms per week: 120 tonnes of white mushrooms and 40 tonnes of chestnut mushrooms. Operating under the name Van Namen Champignons, the family business has been active in the mushroom sector for over 60 years. The mushrooms are grown at several sites. read more

Mexico is the only country in the world that produces avocados all year round. It can do so thanks to a combination of natural factors, such as different altitudes, soil structure, and weather conditions that allow the avocado tree (Persea americana) to bloom up to four times a year, especially. read more

After a challenging berry campaign affected by the weather, the Sociedad Cooperativa Andaluza Santa María de la Rábida (Fresón de Palos) has managed to increase its volume compared to the previous season and is continuing to expand its export activities while consolidating its presence. read more

Carrots are now available fresh from local farms once again. At the beginning of the season, the team from meine-Möhren.de visited Hubert Merz in Baden-Württemberg, a dedicated Bioland producer who grows carrots organically in harmony with nature. Hubert, Johannes Merz, and Max Möhre are celebrating this achievement. read more

A grup of South African citrus growers has launched a collaborative marketing campaign to promote the Star Ruby grapefruit variety in European markets. The coalition, operating under the Citrus Growers' Association (CGA) of Southern Africa, has set up a specialized committee and combined their efforts. read more

From October 7th to 10th, 2025, the 5th edition of the International Asparagus Days (IAD) will be held in Bordeaux. This event is crucial for professionals in the industry from around the globe who are looking to stay informed about the newest technologies, production methods, and market trends. read more

"According to forecasts as of June 1st, 2025, French zucchini production is estimated to be 129,800 tons for the 2025 campaign, which is 9% lower (-13,400 tons) than in 2024. In May 2025, prices were 31% lower than in 2024 and 15% lower than the average for the same month in the period 2020-2024," according to. read more

The domestic melon sector is advancing as the cultivation area for both watermelon and cantaloupe is expanding. In 2024, watermelon cultivation increased by 10%, reaching 3,700 hectares, while cantaloupe cultivation expanded by 15% to nearly 500 hectares. Békés County leads with 1,320 hectares. read more

Genovese basil, Cavaillon melons, Ribera del Xúquer kakis, and Opperdoezer Ronde potatoes. These four well-known regional products have a little something extra: they are proud holders of geographical indication titles. The European Union has recognized 305 unprocessed fruits and vegetables with a. read more

The new harvest season for the Acquaviva red onion has officially started, with the first bulbs hitting the market around a week ago. Giammarco Lionetti from Agriconetto, an Italian company located in Acquaviva, Apulia, that cultivates 12.5 hectares of this crop, gave an initial overview. read more

Po wielu latach szybkiego rozwoju, awokado zdobyły silne uznanie rynkowe w Chinach, a popyt konsumentów ciągle rośnie. Jednak poprawa doświadczenia związanego z jedzeniem pozostaje kluczowym wyzwaniem dla branży. Aby temu zaradzić, Pan Awokado oficjalnie otworzył swoje nowe Centrum Dojrzewania na wschodzie Chin w...

After years of rapid development, avocados have gained strong market recognition in China, with growing consumer demand. However, enhancing the eating experience remains a key challenge for the industry. To address this, Mr. Avocado has officially opened its new East China Ripening Center in... read more

This year's bell pepper harvest happened about two weeks earlier than last year. "Thanks to the lovely weather, we were able to provide the first homegrown yellow and red peppers to retailers in calendar week 15, followed closely by the first oranges, which entered production. read more