EU farm organizations are warning of a possible "complete deadlock" at the EU level unless the European Commission increases the availability of crop protection substances and methods. Copa Cogeca, which represents EU farm organizations and agricultural cooperatives, highlights the need for more options in this area for certain fruit and vegetable crops. read more

Between September 1, 2024, and May 31, 2025, Turkey exported an estimated 260,800 tons of hazelnuts, representing a 9% year-on-year increase, as reported by the Black Sea Exporters' Association. Despite a slowdown in export growth in the quarter ending on May 31, market dynamics remained strong. read more

The Comptoir Rhodanien group (Drôme) has announced the acquisition of Fruits 2000 (Ardèche), a company specializing in the packaging and shipping of fruits like cherries, apricots, chestnuts, walnuts, and kiwis to specialized wholesalers and major European retailers. read more

Rejestracja jest wciąż otwarta na międzynarodowe wydarzenie Prognosfruit, które odbędzie się w Angers od 6 do 8 sierpnia. "Rejestracje są otwarte do 20 lipca," wyjaśnia Sandrine Gaborieau, menedżer ds. marketingu i komunikacji w Narodowym Stowarzyszeniu Jabłek i Gruszek (ANPP), które jest odpowiedzialne za. read more

"At Tuttofood 2025, we showcased a sneak peek of the upcoming Vitale-branded 'La Datterina' sauce featuring a blend of red and yellow date tomatoes. This product combines the boldness of red date tomatoes with the subtle flavors of yellow ones, resulting in a harmonious balance of sweetness and freshness. read more

Fruits from certified export orchards in Vietnam are experiencing a decrease in market value, with current prices ranging from approximately $1.01 to $1.21 per kilogram. This marks a decline from earlier prices at the season's start, which were about $1.42 to $1.62 per kilogram. Luc, a lychee farmer from Bac Giang Province, is also affected by this trend. read more

The beginning of summer has brought good news for Ukrainian consumers, as prices for essential vegetables, especially tomatoes and potatoes, have dropped significantly compared to May. Data from major retail chains as of June 29, 2025, confirms this trend. The most notable change is observed in the price. read more

The strawberry season started on time but was extended due to lower temperatures at the beginning. Strawberry farms had around eight to nine weeks of strawberries, which is unusually long. The early season was successful due to optimal weather conditions. read more

The rynek pieczarek białych obecnie doświadcza typowego letniego spadku. "Popyt na pieczarki białe zazwyczaj jest stosunkowo niski między Wielkanocą a sierpniem/wrzesniem, dlatego dostosowujemy produkcję, aby odzwierciedlić mniejsze sprzedaże. Jednak w porównaniu do poprzednich lat, tegoroczny letni spadek jest… read more

This week, the watermelon harvest began in the north of Castellón, where the surface area has increased once again. "Our watermelon harvest officially started on Wednesday, June 25. It will run until the beginning of August," stated Sebastián Torres, Benihort's Export Sales Manager. read more

The Coöperatie Hoogstraten is located just across the border in Belgium. When it comes to bell peppers, however, this short distance makes a significant difference. While the Netherlands has the largest acreage for bell peppers in both countries, Hoogstraten fetches higher prices. read more

Odkrycie 300 kg kokainy w skrzynkach z bananami podkreśla trwające wyzwania w handlu nielegalnym. Według rzeczniczki policji Brandenburgii, Brigit Kardels, narkotyki zostały znalezione w dziesięciu supermarketach w Berlinie i czterech w Brandenburgii. To zdarzenie pokrywa się z wcześniejszymi metodami przemytu, które obejmują. read more

An innovative all-paper packaging with various shapes and openings designed to enhance consumer perception and extend product shelf-life. Verona-based company Odorizzi, a founding member of the La Grande Bellezza Italiana (LGBI) business network, initiated research in 2017 on this type of packaging. read more

Richard Salazar, executive, stated, "Ecuador exported 169.96 million boxes of bananas between January and May 2025, which is 5.53% more than in the same period of last year. The Chinese, Russian, and EU markets have driven growth. In contrast, exports to Algeria and the United Kingdom decreased." read more

India's mango exports encountered challenges with production and logistics. Initial expectations of a fruitful harvest were disrupted by unfavorable weather conditions, especially in the Konkan region, where heavy rains in the critical month of May led to reduced yields. Manoj Barai, Director at M K Exports, stated that "The 2025 mango season was not as promising as anticipated." read more

The apricot harvest is in full swing at the 340-hectare Albisole farm of the Guidi Agricultural Company in Roncofreddo, in the Italian province of Forlì-Cesena, in the northern Emilia-Romagna region. "After a delayed start, rising temperatures have allowed the season to align with initial phases." read more

The marketing of domestically grown fruits and vegetables has been challenging. Specifically, tomatoes such as cherry, mini vine, and vine tomatoes have been abundant in the market, resulting in significantly low prices. Similarly, in the cucumber sector, the price structure... read more

New Jersey saw a normal start time for its blueberry season this year. "We were very early last year when we started on June 2," says Chelsea Consalo of Consalo Family Farms, adding that this follows good pollination for New Jersey blueberries–something that was a bit of a challenge for. read more

The beginning of the stone fruit season at De Groot Fruit & Vegetables started off quite well, despite some initial shortages due to hail damage in the spring and the strong demand for promotional volumes from retailers across Europe. Currently, the supply from Llerida is in full swing, and we are... read more

Fruits and vegetables play a central role in the push toward sustainable food systems. Not only are they essential for health and nutrition, but their environmental footprint is significantly lower than most other food categories. Compared to meat and dairy, which generate much higher levels of... read more