The statistical office in Germany has announced that the country's apple harvest in 2025 is projected to be above average, according to estimates made in July. The harvest season spans from August to November. The weather conditions this year have been favorable, with mild temperatures during flowering and no frost. read more

Kazakhstan significantly raised its potato imports in the first half of 2025, as reported by LS. The country bought 174,900 tons valued at $46.2 million, which is 6.6 times higher than the same period in the previous year. The primary suppliers were China, providing 115,800 tons (an increase of 368 times), and Pakistan. read more

Over 15 years of research funded by Zespri has confirmed that green kiwifruit supports bowel function. The European Commission has now formally recognised this, making green kiwifruit the first fresh fruit to receive an authorised health claim from the body. The European Food Safety Authority read more

Enza Zaden's cauliflower range has expanded in recent years, with varieties developed to align with current production needs. Cauliflower growers continue to seek solutions that improve efficiency in yield and harvest management. Breeder Herre van der Sloot and product manager Ziv Levin shared
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Lettuce is one of the main crops in the Spanish Levante region. Its popularity for consumption and high demand from supermarkets have led some companies to focus on by-products such as lettuce hearts. The demand for lettuce hearts is increasing every year. "We started working with lettuce hearts" read more

The National Police in Malaga province intercepted a shipment of 1,579 kilograms of hashish concealed among oranges in a lorry. Two individuals, the driver and passenger of the vehicle, were arrested during the operation. The incident took place on the A-7 motorway near Vélez-Málaga on the Costa del Sol. read more

Diplomats from the Uzbekistan Embassy have conducted discussions with executives of the Polish company Green Crops, including owner Mateusz Rytel and CEO Adam Ruzicki, as reported by the Dunyo news agency. The Polish representatives described the company's activities, mentioning that Green Crops operates factories in 12 European countries. read more

Peru, the world's largest exporter of blueberries, is working on expanding its export markets in Asia to reduce its reliance on the United States as its primary buyer. Agriculture Minister Angel Manero discussed this strategy after visiting Japan, Indonesia, and South Korea. read more

With the beginning of the fruit season in the second half of the year, a greater variety of fruits becomes available both domestically and internationally, resulting in increased transportation and sales volumes. Temperature and humidity control have become critical factors during cold chain transport. read more

Lutz Hasenbeck has been working in the fruit wholesale industry for sixty years. Today, he is a respected fruit importer and wholesaler in Germany, known for his commitment, expertise, and integrity. The managing director of Fruchthof Northeim started his career at the company's branch in Hameln in 1964. read more

In July, the average price of tomatoes in the European Union reached €1.56 per kilo, surpassing the previous five-year high of €1.42 per kilo. On the European Commission's tomato dashboard, only loose round tomato prices in France and the Netherlands are marked in red, indicating they were. read more

The carrot harvest in North Rhine-Westphalia has had a very successful beginning this year. "We haven't had much rain recently, but we were able to irrigate our fields as needed. Additionally, the weather has been favorable, leading to consistently stable conditions." read more

The sales of locally grown potatoes in the Canary Islands are sluggish during the peak supply season, impacting the early and mid-season crops harvested between spring and summer. Farmers are noting that wholesale prices are frequently dropping below the average production costs, leading to a delay in releasing local stocks. read more

Galilee Export, a global fruit export company based in Israel, has announced the appointment of Mr. Eitan Zvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Zvi, a respected co-founder of Galilee Export, has played a key role in developing the company's international presence since. read more

The Protected Designation of Origin Peras de Rincón de Soto has begun its harvesting season today with the Blanquilla variety. The Conference pear will be harvested starting on August 22. The season has kicked off in La Rioja Baja, Arrúbal, Agoncillo, Logroño, and Fuenmayor, and will progressively spread to other areas. read more

The seedless Cotton Candy grape variety, developed by Agricommerce Fresh and marketed under the Grain de Plaisir brand, is now permanently available on French supermarket shelves. This fruit, which meets consumer expectations, continues to be a great success. "Since its creation in 2021, Grain de Plaisir" read more

According to the Federal Research Center, around 99% of seed potatoes in the Novosibirsk region are infected with viral diseases. This figure is significantly higher compared to neighboring regions like Kemerovo (Kuzbass) and Altai Krai, where infection rates are around 52-54%. read more

The harvest of the new Belgian Qtee® pear crop is now finished. "The final batches were collected on Monday and Tuesday, just in time for the heatwave. This is beneficial for the fruit as well as for the workers, who would have otherwise been in the fields during the hot weather. read more

While on July 14th the decision was made to terminate the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement, this week Mexico implemented minimum export prices for fresh tomatoes. What does this signify for tomato importers into the U.S.? "It's been a wild ride," says Skip Hulett,… read more

Po dwóch kolejnych latach ponadprzeciętnej produkcji, plantatorzy jabłek oczekują kolejnego udanego roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Stowarzyszenie Jabłek w USA (USApple) podczas 130. dorocznego Konferencji Perspektyw w Chicago. Opracowany przez Wiceprezesa ds. Analiz USApple i...

After two straight years of above-average production, apple growers expect another high-performing year, according to a new report released by the U.S. Apple Association (USApple) at the organization's 130th annual Outlook Conference in Chicago. Authored by USApple Vice President of Insights and... read more