Belarus has implemented mandatory size regulations for apples sold to state-run retail chains. Government officials stated that this decision was made in response to consumer grievances regarding undersized fruits and vegetables in the previous season. Additionally, they have set a minimum diameter requirement for potatoes supplied under state contracts. read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an online auction featuring a wide variety of vegetable processing and packaging machines from Hessing in Belfeld, the Netherlands. Hessing has been a leader in the vegetable processing industry for many years, specializing in fruit and vegetable convenience packs and meal salads. read more

Global demand for blueberries is on the rise, with North America and Europe being the main consumption markets. In the United States, annual per capita consumption has exceeded 1.3 kg and is still increasing. The European Union also has steady demand for blueberries, although the market is facing price pressures. read more

The potato harvest in Scotland was very straightforward this year, according to Robert Doig at Caledonian Potatoes. "Unlike some other growers, we cut back on the acres planted." "The seed export market is frankly a bit of a mess at the moment. Egypt is difficult, as import licences were not." read more

Naranjasyfrutas.com, an online platform for advertising crops, shared search trends among wholesalers purchasing from growers. The accompanying graph displays the most sought-after varieties in September and October by retailers. Navelina, Clemenules, Oronules, Clemenvilla, and Salustiana were the most searched for. read more

The prices of potatoes in Ukraine have started to decrease this week as growers try to sell products that are not suitable for long-term storage. According to EastFruit, as reported by 24 Kanal, last week producers were able to keep wholesale prices steady, but it became evident at the beginning of this week that selling... read more

Egipt's fresh grape exports to Italy saw a significant increase in 2025, with volumes exceeding 7,000 tons between January and July, as reported by EastFruit. During this period, exporters made nearly US$20 million in revenue. The shipments were three times higher compared to the same period last year. read more

Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable exports to China in the first eight months of 2025 have decreased by 63% in volume and value compared to the same period in 2024, totaling 1,380 tons and 2.3 million euros, representing 0.02% of total exports. Over the past five years, shipments have declined by read more

The winter season is now in full swing for organic outdoor vegetables. Grower Pieter Vandooren has already completed most of the work. "In terms of demand, it could be a bit better, because almost all products are available in abundance. Fortunately, much of our volume is sold through planned. read more

"The weather is still too mild for any real upturn in demand for field vegetables," says Mike Glas of Glas Groenten from Broek op Langedijk. "Sales are moving, but nothing spectacular. You quickly lose a pallet a day per item." "Most of our sales are under contract, but on the day, trade prices." read more

November is a crucial month for the cultivation of the long Cretan cucumber. "Cucumbers are the only crop our company is currently trading. They are currently the only greenhouse product in Crete that can be effectively exported. The harvest for the current crop started around October 15th, and will continue until... read more

India's onion exports are crucial for international trade, but exporters are still grappling with challenges such as unpredictable weather and restrictive trade policies, according to Kiran Gandurde, Co-founder of Matoshree Fresh Foods. "The current red onion season began much later than usual. Typically, we read more

A three-year planting program for Zespri's RubyRed kiwifruit will commence next year in orchards located south of Rome. In February, the Zespri board approved the commercial release of RubyRed in Italy, paving the way for the planting of 170 hectares from 2026 to 2028. This program will utilize a portion of the 1,000-hectare land. read more

Clementines from Spain were the most popular, with smaller amounts from Italy also available. The first batch of Greek products debuted in Frankfurt, selling for EUR 17.50 per 9.5 kg crate. Spanish satsumas were the top choice, with Italian satsumas following closely behind in terms of significance. Additionally, there were read more

The cucumber market in major producing regions is characterized by stable production, changing acreage, weather-related fluctuations, and ongoing price pressure. Each country faces its unique combination of supply, demand, and seasonal challenges. Italy, for example, reports stable cucumber production, but... read more

Over the past decade, fresh cranberries have become an integral part of the autumn product range in food retail. Nordgemüse, based in Buchholz/Aller, also offers domestically grown cranberries from an exclusive contract producer from mid-September to the end of October. "Depending on the weather and... read more

Limoneira Company has announced the sale of its two Chilean ranches, Pan de Azúcar and San Pablo. The properties include approximately 500 acres (202 hectares) of lemons, 100 acres (40 hectares) of oranges, and additional unplanted land. The transaction closed on November 7, 2025, with a total sale. read more

Zbiory cytryn Meyer w Kalifornii właśnie się rozpoczęły. „Zaczęliśmy z nimi w zeszłym tygodniu i choć to dopiero początek sezonu, jesteśmy zadowoleni z ruchu” - mówi Sandra Bertelli z Fruition Sales- Ripe to you®, która dystrybuuje te cytryny na terenie kraju. „Spodziewamy się, że sprzedaż będzie się zwiększać” read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food has granted special approval for the sale and use of plant protection products containing 100% [SC] P/V garlic extract as a nematicide in strawberry farming in Huelva. This decision aims to meet the soil disinfection requirements in the region. read more

According to Jai Kabra, co-founder of Kenyan trading company Truport Transcontinental Limited, the avocado supply in East Africa is currently low, with most seasons winding down except for a few exceptions. "Only limited quantities continue to reach markets. The Kenyan Hass avocado season has ended." read more