In Ireland, Kerry-based vegetable grower Paudie Hanafin is facing significant challenges in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. Hanafin is emphasizing the necessity of government assistance for fruit and vegetable growers in the area. The storm, along with rising costs, has created difficulties for the industry. read more

Australijski producent opakowań Detpak niedawno po raz pierwszy wystawił swoje produkty na targach Fruit Logistica, otrzymując przytłaczająco pozytywne opinie od odwiedzających stoisko. "Pojechaliśmy do Berlina, aby wzmocnić nasze kontakty na rynku europejskim i spotkaliśmy się z ogromnym zainteresowaniem naszymi opakowaniami z włókien." read more

Nine years after winning the award for best innovation at Fruit Logistica with its patented opening system for coconuts for drinking, World's Coconut Trading, also known as Genuine Coconut, has once again participated in the fair in Berlin with one of Spain's most exotic product ranges. read more

Winter weather has caused a decrease in Cretan cucumber production, but there is a place where the cold cannot reach and the harvest remains abundant. This place is Psari Forada, situated on the southern coastline of Crete and shielded from the northern winds that could affect yields. Mr. Thodoris Agapoulakis,… read more

In 2024, Taiwan continued to be a crucial market for U.S. agricultural exports, with total trade amounting to $3.8 billion, a 2% rise from the previous year. Fresh fruit exports were particularly influential in driving this growth, positioning Taiwan as the fourth-largest market for U.S. fresh fruit. This category experienced a 16% read more

North Ossetia-Alania is exploring agricultural cooperation with Belarus, with a focus on cultivating vegetables and fruits. Sergei Menyailo emphasizes that North Ossetia is home to Russia's largest asparagus farm, a crop that was previously uncommon in Russian agriculture. Additionally, the region is also revitalizing its apple orchards. read more

The ginger industry in Peru had another challenging season, according to Marco Salas Cueva, general manager and partner of Jalhuca Amazonia. "It has been a difficult season for several years now, with limited supplies of raw materials and a market that has shown atypical responses," he said. read more

The campaign promoting strawberries has just begun at Op Primo Sole in Montescaglioso (MT). "We can confirm the excellent quality of the fruit and the increased demand this week due to Valentine's Day, which is always a significant occasion for consumption, especially of strawberries," says. read more

"Rzeczy rozwijają się szybko," mówi René van den Berg, współwłaściciel Abstract IT. Ta holenderska firma zajmująca się oprogramowaniem skupia się na rozwiązaniach niestandardowych dla różnych sektorów, takich jak świeże produkty, i jest kluczowa dla zwiększania robotyzacji. Przykładem jest FruitMasters, gdzie Abstract IT jest zaangażowane w automatyzację ich. read more

Strawberries, especially those from Basilicata, Italy's main specialized growing region, are attracting exceptional interest. Operators have confirmed a strong demand from all sales channels. Giovanni Passarelli (pictured above), owner of the firm of the same name in Scanzano Jonico (Matera), is one of the key figures in this industry. read more

In a display reminiscent of Maurizio Cattelan's 'Comedian,' bananas have been taped around Sonning, Berkshire. This imitation follows the sale of the original artwork for $6.2 million at a New York auction. The initiative is attributed to artist Impro, known for using Sonning as a canvas for his... read more

The World Processing Tomato Council (WPTC) has released its global forecast for processing tomatoes in 2025, estimating global production at 40.5 million metric tonnes (mt), an 11.5% decline from 2024. WPTC member countries account for 92% of this volume. The Northern Hemisphere is projected to... read more

The avocado sector in Spain's Malaga and Granada provinces is facing a new challenge with the detection of the Euwallacea fornicatus, also known as the ambrosia beetle. First identified in Motril in 2023, this insect has been declared a pest by the agriculture department of the Junta de Andalucía. read more

The Chilean company Greenvic has been producing and exporting kiwis to key markets such as Europe, Latin America, and the Far East for over 25 years. "This year we face significant challenges due to frost affecting some areas in the seventh region, impacting several of our orchards." read more

Popyt na kanadyjską organiczną sałatę znacząco wzrósł w ciągu ostatniego tygodnia. "Sprzedaż rośnie bardzo szybko z powodu sytuacji z cłami USA. Kanadyjscy konsumenci zdecydowanie zwracają uwagę na to, że umieszczamy kanadyjską flagę na naszym produkcie – zaczęliśmy to robić na początku ubiegłego tygodnia." read more

Po kilku latach stosunkowo ciepłych zim, które utrudniały gromadzenie wystarczającej ilości godzin chłodzenia dla owoców pestkowych w północnej Grecji, obecna zima wydaje się korzystna dla produkcji brzoskwiń i nektarynek w Naoussa, kluczowej regionie dla tych owoców w Grecji.

After several years of relatively warm winters that made the accumulation of sufficient chilling hours for stone fruits in northern Greece a challenging issue, the current winter seems favorable for the production of peaches and nectarines in Naoussa, the key region for these fruits in Greece. read more

Syndromes such as heavy rainfall in South Africa caused a lot of damage. This year, weather conditions have been excellent. read more

DESPAR Italia collaborates with the AIRC Foundation for cancer research. For the fifth consecutive year, DESPAR Italia is partnering with the AIRC Foundation for its "Arance rosse per la Ricerca" (Red Oranges for Research) initiative. Customers can purchase packs of blood oranges recognizable by read more

Kamwaka Bogere Amonie, sales manager of the fresh produce exporter Damex Uganda Ltd, states that there are different seasons for various avocado varieties in Uganda. "The Ugandan Hass avocado season falls within the first rainy season, from February to June, as well as the second rainy season, from July to..." read more

KWS Vegetables, a global leader in spinach seed production, recently hosted its open house days from February 11 to 13 at its trial field in Miranda, Murcia. The Dutch multinational company showcased new and improved spinach varieties and welcomed customers from across Europe to its 20-hectare test field. read more