Paul van Groningen, a commercial agent from Spain, operating alongside his wife Maria Elena, reports that the Spanish greenhouse vegetable season has been successful so far. "Prices have generally been satisfactory for growers. However, the increasing virus pressure is becoming a bigger issue." read more

A difficult season for Egyptian citrus exporters, according to Muhammad Shaker, Export Manager at Almansi, confirming the concerns expressed by several Egyptian exporters at the start of the season. The exporter says: "We are currently seeing a drop in demand compared with the same period last year." read more

The Holland Onion Association has once again released its weekly export data for Dutch onions. Click here to view the export figures. read more

The new Eden Gold™ pear variety is thriving in orchards in major growing countries worldwide. At the same time, consumers in key European markets are increasingly enjoying this fruit. Ido Ben Dor, from Ben Dor Fruits and Nurseries in Israel, states, "Eden Gold pears..." read more

Kiwi producers in Farroupilha, Brazil, are about to start the harvest season. The official event to kick off the kiwi harvest is scheduled for Wednesday morning at the Bohn family's property in the countryside of the city. The local government is expecting a fruitful harvest. read more

Senator Shannon Grove (R-Bakersfield) has introduced SB 628, a bill aimed at creating a tax credit for agricultural employers to help offset the costs of providing overtime wages to farmworkers. The legislation is co-sponsored by the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) and the. read more

On February 25, the Government of Moldova announced that India has fully opened its market for Moldovan apples. According to the official statement, on January 21, the Indian Ministry of Agriculture completed all necessary procedures and included Moldova in the list of countries permitted to export apples to India. read more

This avocado season, Israel has exported approximately 100,000 tons of avocados and expects to reach a total of around 130,000 tons by the end of the season, similar to last year. The country is continuing to increase its avocado acreage, with an additional 500 to 1,000 hectares being planted. read more

Senegalese melons and watermelons are gradually starting to replace Brazil's position in the European market. The harvest in Senegal is anticipated to be lower than usual due to the impact of unfavorable weather conditions, resulting in smaller sizes during the initial weeks of the season. At the moment, the supply of melons and watermelons is... read more

Zapotrzebowanie na egzotyczne grzyby w Kanadzie niedawno wzrosło. „W ciągu ostatnich sześciu miesięcy zauważyliśmy znaczną poprawę naszych sprzedaży” - mówi Steven Rotiroti, współwłaściciel firmy Holburne Mushroom Farm Limited z Queensville w Ontario, dodając, że jego zdaniem jest to odzwierciedlenie poprawy w... read more

While persistent rainfall had a significant negative effect on planting, harvesting, and crop yields during the past two seasons, this year sees a return to more normal conditions for carrot farming in the Hauts-de-France region. Emmanuel Schaffner, Sales Director at Verduyn, provides an overview of the present circumstances. read more

Strawberry picking at Bushel Boy is a meticulously managed process, guaranteeing that only the finest fruit reaches consumers. "We pick the same area three times a week, making sure we harvest fruit at its peak ripeness," says Emily Andes, Research and Innovation Manager at Bushel Boy. read more

Costa Rica's pineapple industry is undergoing significant changes as a result of weather challenges, rising production costs, and shifting global consumption patterns. Jalaram Fruit, a Costa Rican company with 15 years of experience in pineapple production and export, is a major supplier. read more

Harmoniz, a global seed company, showcased its comprehensive strategy for advancing fresh produce at Fruit Logistica 2025. The company demonstrated how strategic investments in research and development, as well as collaborative partnerships, are generating significant value throughout the supply chain. Attendees at the Harmoniz booth had the opportunity to explore these innovations. read more

UK: Sainsbury's has revealed its new flagship supermarket in Alsager. Sainsbury's stated: "This new supermarket is the second store the retailer has opened in Alsager, and it aims to expand on the success of its existing Local store in the town. Situated on the recently constructed Brunds Farm Road, near Linley Lane," read more

"We produce around seven million Bioland potted herbs a year, mainly for the food retail trade, but also for garden centers and wholesalers," reports Henrik Fleischmann, production manager at Bioland KräuterGut Dworschak-Fleischmann, during an on-site interview at the modern herb nursery. read more

At the beginning of February, the first greenhouse-grown asparagus was harvested once again. For many, this moment is highly anticipated, but the high prices in the first few weeks can still be a deterrent. "It's always nice to start again, but we began with prices around 45 euros per kilo. At that time... read more

Kyrgyzstan has signed a trade agreement with Ecofruit, a major Uzbek exporter of dried fruits, to streamline exports to Europe and the Persian Gulf. Ecofruit is interested in Kyrgyz nuts and dried fruits due to their high quality and ecological purity. The Kyrgyz Ministry of Trade is supporting this partnership. read more

The Peruvian mango season has not met the expectations of European importers. "In general, it has been disappointing. At certain times, the price of a box of mangoes delivered to Spain by truck has reached 5 euros, but overall, prices have mostly remained below 4 euros throughout the season." read more

In ostatnich tygodniach zaobserwowaliśmy wzrost sprzedaży związany z dwoma równoczesnymi czynnikami - spadkiem cen na krajowym rynku oraz zwiększonym popytem na produkty organiczne pochodzące z północnej Europy. Niemcy potwierdzają się jako najlepszy rynek dla tego rodzaju produkcji, gdyż... read more