Local potato varieties in Moldova are becoming increasingly rare, and traditional Moldovan breeds may disappear entirely. Most potatoes currently cultivated in the country originate from the Netherlands or Germany. Even varieties sold with labels claiming to be "original Moldovan" are of foreign origin. read more

A true sensation in the world of agriculture: Ukrainian farmers have successfully harvested the first-ever red-and-black sweet corn, a unique hybrid developed by the seed company MNAGOR in Vinnytsia. Marketed under the name "Bordo", this super-sweet variety (Sh2 type) combines a striking appearance with resilience. read more

"Dużo produktów, ale mało iskry w handlu," obserwuje Pieter de Ruiter z firmy 4Fruit. "Zauważasz, że wszyscy mają dużo czasu na przyjrzenie się handlowi, i zawsze coś znajdą. Na początku tygodnia miałem nadzieję, że sytuacja szybko się poprawi, ale szybko okazało się, że...

"There are plenty of products, but little spark in the trade," observes Pieter de Ruiter of 4Fruit Company. "You notice that everyone has plenty of time to look at the trade, and then people always find something. Earlier this week, I had hoped things would improve soon, but it quickly became clear..." read more

The Melbourne Market and National Flower Centre, Victoria's wholesale hub for fresh produce and cut flowers, celebrated 10 years at its Epping location with a community gathering on August 28, 2025. The event included speeches, shared stories, and a large cake adorned with fruit, vegetables, and. read more

The Consortium of PGI clementines from the Gulf of Taranto plays a strategic role in coordinating the players along the supply chain and promoting this Italian citrus fruit on the markets. Among the most active companies within the consortium is Gianni Stea Import Export Srl, an Apulian company... read more

Peruvian snow peas and sugar snaps are being delivered earlier in Europe this year thanks to a grower network that focuses on sustainable production. Shipments started in April via sea freight and will continue throughout the usual peak in September until the end of the year. FairFruit, operating under the same umbrella, is involved in this process. read more

The French interprofessional association for fresh fruit and vegetables (INTERFEL) is participating in Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid, representing approximately 90% of the French sector and organizing a delegation of over 50 companies. Export developments show that Europe remains the primary destination for French produce. read more

"2024 was a challenging year for bergamot oranges, characterized by a slowdown in the fresh market and a decrease in demand for essential oil. However, we did not cease our efforts and instead chose to respond by organizing ourselves as a group, thereby managing every aspect of the supply chain in a coordinated manner." read more

AgroBerries has announced a brand refresh, one year after its acquisition of BerryWorld Group in 2024. The company stated that the updated identity aims to reflect its expanded global footprint and align AgroBerries, BerryWorld, and its fresh-cut division, PrepWorld, under a unified visual. read more

This year has brought early ripening for apples and grapes in parts of the UK, with some crops showing high yields while others struggled under the hottest summer on record. At The Vyne in Hampshire, apple trees are carrying heavy loads of fruit. Gardener Emma Greenwood said, "It's absolutely..." read more

Zeszłego roku sezon hiszpańskich persymonów dosłownie i w przenośni "wpadł do wody". Niespotykane złe warunki pogodowe znacznie zmniejszyły plony w tamtym czasie, ale w tym roku Sharon Veroone z hiszpańskiej firmy Micofruit dostrzega przeciwny sezon. "Jakość jest doskonała. Oczywiście musimy poczekać aż... read more

Bardziej efektywne, bardziej połączone, bardziej inteligentne - to jest motto pod jakim TopControl zaprezentuje swoje najnowsze rozwiązania na Fruit Attraction. Firma, specjalista w technologiach ważenia, etykietowania i pakowania połączonych z potężnym oprogramowaniem, zaprezentuje swoje innowacje dla. read more

Romania's governing coalition has decided to extend the cap on commercial markups for basic products until the end of March 2026. The measure, first introduced in June 2023, limits the markup on 17 food categories to 5%. For fruit and vegetables, the cap applies to bulk tomatoes, onions, read more

Farmers in the Asante Akim North Municipality of Ghana's Ashanti Region have confirmed that government officials have started purchasing tomatoes and onions, following a recent directive by President John Mahama. On September 15, 2025, the president instructed that 1,000 boxes of tomatoes and onions be purchased directly from local farmers to support the agricultural sector. read more

CMA CGM has confirmed the continuation of its "Cherry Express" service, which is specifically tailored to transport Chilean cherries quickly to Asia during the peak export season. This service, based in San Antonio, provides fixed-day weekly sailings with direct links to Shanghai, ensuring delivery in 23 days. read more

Po kilku kolejnych sezonach dotkniętych suszą, obfite opady deszczu w ubiegłym roku okazały się bardzo korzystne dla subtropikalnych upraw w Maladze, takich jak mango i awokado. "Hiszpania przewiduje wzrost produkcji awokado o 20-25% w sezonie 2025/2026, dzięki zwiększonym opadom deszczu i dobrze..." read more

Sproomz B.V. (formerly Oakfield Champignons B.V.) has announced that its CEO, Maurice Koppen, will step down from his position. The decision was reached in consultation with Yukiguni Factory Co., Ltd. [formerly Yukiguni Maitake Co., Ltd., listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Prime Market: 1375]. read more

Verwoert Fruit is extensively involved in the fruit industry. The company integrates fruit cultivation, controlled fruit storage, and fruit trading. This family-owned business based in Lienden cultivates apples, pears, redcurrants, strawberries, and cherries on 22 hectares. The company has been involved in marketing for many years. read more

Spanish peaches and nectarines clearly dominated, with Italian products following closely in terms of importance. According to the German BLE, Turkish and French shipments only played a secondary role and were not readily available everywhere. Availability decreased, and the quality also left much to be desired. read more

Spanish economic reports, cited by journalist Francisco Miralles in the Spanish Huffpost on 22 September, highlighted a sharp rise in Spain's imports of fruits and vegetables from Morocco. The increase has triggered protests among Spanish farmers, who are calling on the European Union to ensure... read more