The potato farm Freckmann, run by Anja Freckmann and Robert Krebs, is known for its top quality and specialization in potato cultivation. From crunchy salads and hearty soups to shoestring fries and roasted potatoes, as well as fresh, unprocessed vegetables, the Freckmann potato farm offers a wide variety. read more

"2024 was a good year for us, with the establishment of multiple production lines. Operators in the fruit and vegetable industry are increasingly seeking technologies from us that can produce trays with guaranteed weights, minimizing product giveaway," reports Ruggero Ricci, owner of Bulltec, as he shares. read more

W Holandii istnieje powiedzenie: "Kiedy na menu pojawi się biały szparag, czas zacząć planować wakacje letnie". Chociaż pogoda nadal może być zimna, pierwsze plony holenderskich białych szparagów już dotarły. "Wiosna tuż za rogiem, a wkrótce temperatury wzrosną. read more

W miarę jak konsumenci stają się coraz bardziej świadomi zdrowia i zrównoważonego rozwoju środowiska, rządy na całym świecie zaostrzają przepisy dotyczące jednorazowych, niebiodegradowalnych plastików. Te polityki przyspieszyły zmianę wśród eksporterów i detalicznych sprzedawców na korzyść materiałów kompostowalnych i biodegradowalnych,... read more

Ostatnie deszcze w Kalifornii były mile widzianym wydarzeniem dla upraw cytryn. „W polach było sucho, ale deszcz był błogosławieństwem dla wielu cytrusów w Dolinie Centralnej” - mówi Robert Schueller z Melissa's Produce, dodając, że to głównie tam jest dostępność amerykańskiej produkcji. read more

Manfred van der Vlag from Sweet Fruits' Dutch sales office in Emmen stated that the mango market is currently experiencing positive growth. He mentioned that the supply of mangoes has been inconsistent due to various factors like weather conditions, congestion, and strikes. These delays have been ongoing for weeks, which can have a significant impact on the market. read more

The need for fruit and vegetable trade between North America and Europe has changed significantly in the past 15 to 20 years. "A few decades ago, we used to import apples from France and bell peppers from the Netherlands," says James Milne from Oppy. At that time, the North American... read more

The Ministry of Commerce will be hosting the 18th Cambodian Products, Fruits, and Vegetables exhibition at the public exercise area facing the Siem Reap River, from February 27 to March 2, under the theme "Increasing the added value of fruit and vegetable businesses." The exhibition is a great opportunity. read more

Zgodnie z planem sezonu owoców pestkowych w Kalifornii na rok 2025, firmy Giumarra ogłaszają wprowadzenie unikalnych kodów PLU dla swojego wyłącznego programu brzoskwiń marki DulceVida®. Nowe kody PLU umożliwią sprzedawcom uproszczenie zarządzania zapasami i wyróżnienie premiowych produktów DulceVida. read more

The National Interprofessional Union of Fruit Juices (Unijus) is sounding the alarm about a significant decrease in fruit juice consumption and is urging for a collaborative effort to reverse this trend. Fruit juice consumption has dropped by 20% between 2019 and 2024, with many consumers switching to other beverages. read more

Ecuadorian fruit and vegetable exports continue to grow. According to the Ministry of Production, non-oil exports grew by 10% in 2024, reaching $22.36 billion. Fruit accounted for $6.89 million (31% of the total). This growth shows that the sector is back at full speed. Bananas remain the main read more

The iconic London market was featured in episode four of the 19th series, which aired on BBC One last week. Contestants were challenged to compete against each other in a task to transform tomatoes and potatoes into profits at Britain's biggest wholesale marketplace for fruits and vegetables. The ambitious participants, all vying for success, were... read more

Ontario, Canada is welcoming new developments and expansion in its fruit tree nursery industry. "The province has seen replanting programs for peach trees and apples as well as grapevines and that's helped," says Megan Haynes, vice president of Upper Canada Growers, a family-owned and operated. read more

The weekly supply of round Peruvian mangoes is decreasing. According to Patrick Dueire, the director of mangoes for Dayka & Hackett LLC, the season is ending earlier than usual, with lower volumes compared to previous years. Peru still has some weeks left in the season, but the supply is not as abundant as before. read more

The Valencian Regional Government has taken urgent measures to control the unexpected presence of Scirtothrips aurantii Faure in this year's citrus season in Spain's Valencian Community. The first warnings about symptoms compatible with the pest have been reported. read more

Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

Originally from Thailand, fragrant coconuts are highly popular for their sweet juice, soft and smooth flesh, and pleasant milky aroma. The seedlings of fragrant coconuts are protected in Thailand, prohibiting their export. Young coconuts bear fruit every 22-26 days, ensuring year-round availability. read more

Fresh ginger had a rough start in 2025. In January, Peru exported 2,934 tons of fresh ginger for $5.9 million. This represents a 2% decrease in volume and a 26% decrease in value compared to the same month in 2024. The drop in the average price per kilogram, from $2.68 in 2024 to $2.01 in 2025, was a significant factor in this decline. read more

France, which is famous for growing more than 100 apple varieties, has managed to maintain relatively stable production levels despite the challenges brought by climate change. The country's distinctive climate and fertile soil have traditionally nurtured a wide variety of apples. However, changing global weather patterns may pose a threat to this tradition. read more

BerryWorld podpisał w tym miesiącu umowę ramową z Tropic Cool Ltd, określającą współpracę między obiema firmami w zakładaniu komercyjnej plantacji jagód najwyższej klasy w Rwandzie; "Rwanda Berries". BerryWorld, które niedawno zostało przejęte przez AgroBerries, stało się największą firmą jagodową na świecie... read more