Wstępne szacunki na rok 2025 wskazują, że rozwój cen w sektorze rolniczym Unii Europejskiej pozostaje nierówny po korektach rynkowych zauważonych w 2024 roku. Podczas gdy średnie ceny wyjściowe powróciły do umiarkowanego wzrostu, ruchy cen nadal znacznie się różnią między kategoriami upraw, odzwierciedlając... read more

Metsä Group's subsidiary, Metsä Spring, has introduced a new fiber-based punnet called Muoto, designed for packaging berries, fruits, and vegetables. This product is part of the Muoto Uncoated Fiber Series, which emphasizes uncoated fiber packaging solutions. The Muoto punnet will be... read more

For several weeks now, Spanish fruit and vegetables have been available for auction at ZON, but the supply of Spanish cucumbers in particular remains extremely limited. "Usually, by week 48, we would have a full supply of Spanish cucumbers, but this year it has been a challenge to even secure a few pallets." read more

The imported apple market in India is currently going through a transitional phase, with prices getting firmer, limited early European supply, and an increasing interest in new sources, according to Suresh Ramakrishnan, CEO of Swaanush Fruit Oasis Pvt. Ltd., which is presently importing Polish apples. read more

LGS Specialty Sales is starting its Spanish persimmon season with a robust supply due to improved growing conditions and higher volumes compared to the 2024 season. The current persimmon crop has experienced significant benefits from much better weather conditions during the growing season, including the absence of read more

Wiosenna przymrozka w Turcji miała poważny wpływ na wolumeny eksportu świeżych warzyw i zwłaszcza owoców. Eksport świeżych owoców i warzyw w tym roku ma być niemal o 30% niższy niż w 2024 roku. Już w ubiegłym roku wolumeny eksportu były znacznie poniżej tych z poprzednich lat.

The spring frost in Turkey has had a major impact on the export volumes of fresh vegetables and particularly fresh fruit. This year, fresh fruit and vegetable exports are expected to be almost 30% lower than in 2024. Even last year, export volumes were already well below those of previous years. read more

In December, a technological business tour to Serbia brought together Ukrainian berry growers and processors to study modern raspberry freezing and processing practices. Organized by the Ukrainian Berry Association (AYU) with support from the SIPPO program, this was the second such tour in 2025. read more

Wprowadzono nowy format opakowań bez podkładki do Kissabel® Naturally Red-Fleshed Apples na brytyjskim rynku świeżych produktów rolniczych. Projekt został opracowany dzięki współpracy między dostawcą technologii opakowań Ravenwood Packaging i zatwierdzonym drukarzem etykiet bez podkładki, firmą ProPrint Group. read more

In the Calitzdorp district, stone fruit orchards and grape vineyards are currently receiving their last irrigation supply from the Gamkaspoort and Calitzdorp dams. At this time last year, both dams were 89% full; however, their current levels are at 9.9% and 35.8% respectively. This sharp decline in water levels has raised concerns about the possibility of drought returning to the area. read more

Na rynku cytrusów dostępność mandarynek jest obecnie nadal ograniczona, zgodnie z informacjami Toma Leenheera z firmy Van Ooijen Citrus. "Hiszpańskie i marokańskie mandarynki są dostępne, a popyt na nie jest obecnie dobry. W pierwszym tygodniu stycznia rozpoczniemy z Nadorcott z Maroka, Tango." read more

Generalnie popyt na pasternak rośnie stabilnie na rynkach, gdzie warzywa korzeniowe są popularne jako zdrowa i wszechstronna opcja. „W Stanach Zjednoczonych popyt na niego rośnie w tym okresie roku, ponieważ konsumenci częściej gotują pieczone warzywa podczas sezonu świątecznego” - mówi Anthony Stevenson z firmy Tozer. Jednakże, w niektórych częściach... read more

India's pomegranate sector has experienced three successful years, with increasing production and farmer interest, according to pomegranate farming agronomist Sushant Survey. "Approximately 90% of the country's pomegranate cultivation is concentrated in Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Karnataka, with Maharashtra read more

The avocado industry in Rwanda has experienced significant growth in the last five years, driven by increased participation of farmers, government policies, and growing demand from international markets. Exporters, farmers, and officials have noted an increase in production volumes, expanded market reach, and continued investment in the entire supply chain. S&I Fresh read more

Kerim Taner, executive chairman of the Turkish fresh produce exporter Perla Fruit, has stated that there will be a decrease in Iceberg lettuce production this year compared to previous seasons. He said, "Iceberg production in Turkey is lower this year compared to previous years. At Perla Fruit, we are also experiencing a decrease in Iceberg production." read more

China is currently in the strawberry season. Ms. Yu Zhenzhen from Xiangyiyuan Agriculture in Yantai, Shandong Province, stated that weather conditions in the production area this year have significantly affected the growing cycle. "At the beginning, heavy rainfall saturated the seedlings. read more

The demand in the retail sector is stable, with orders for the busy Christmas season currently being fulfilled. There are ongoing reports of quality issues at the store level, but demand for pre-packaged, high-quality products remains strong. The food service industry has not fully recovered yet. read more

BASF | Nunhems has agreed to acquire Noble Seeds Pvt. Ltd., a well-known company in the vegetable seed sector in India. With this acquisition, BASF | Nunhems will include two new crops, cauliflower and radish, to its current portfolio, which will complement the existing crops such as hot peppers, watermelons, gourds, and tomatoes. read more

Planasa has been awarded the SIVAL Innovation Gold Award in the Varietal Innovation category for its strawberry variety Demoiselle. The variety was chosen as the winner from seven finalists in this year's competition, which highlights advancements in varietal breeding. Demoiselle is a strawberry variety. read more

A family-owned carrot farm in the UK is currently harvesting approximately 150 tons of carrots per day, seven days a week, in order to meet the seasonal demand leading up to Christmas. Poskitts, located in Kellington, North Yorkshire, aims to supply around one million bags of carrots to supermarkets across the country. read more

A civil engineer and MBA graduate from Surat has developed a vegan leather made from apple waste generated by juice factories. The material is produced using between 50 and 80 tonnes of discarded apples per month and is positioned as an alternative to animal-based leather. The processing read more