CNC Exotic Mushrooms in Heerewaarden increased its production capacity by using a temporary refrigeration unit from Coolworld during the recent peak period. The company, which produces substrate for exotic edible mushrooms, required extra conditioned space to keep up with the increasing demand. read more

The transportation industry leader, DP World, is planning to broaden its freight forwarding services to Sweden by establishing new offices in Stockholm and Gothenburg in February 2026. read more

Belgium-based Biotalys has announced that it has received regulatory approval from the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its first biofungicide, Evoca. Developed using the company's Agrobody technology platform, Evoca is the first protein-based biofungicide of its kind. read more

The National Fourth Range Union was established yesterday, Tuesday, December 2nd, the Association of Producer Organizations (AOP) that brings together the main players in the bagged salad supply chain, with the aim of revitalizing a sector facing difficulties. read more

Dominika Kozarzewska, President of the Polish Blueberry Producers Group and Poland's representative in the International Blueberry Organization, emphasizes that a dedicated Fresh CPK terminal within the Central Communication Port could be a crucial factor in driving the development of Poland's fruit industry... read more

FreshPlaza notes that there is a higher availability of spring onions from Egypt this season, but demand is not as strong due to the economic situation abroad. Multiple exporters are shipping large quantities of spring onions. read more

More and more growers are using Floriday Daytrade to showcase their products to buyers in the early stages. This feature allows them to expand their market reach and better synchronize with the logistical operations in the supply chain. Winco Holland is one of them. read more

The IV Gamma Union is born, a new association of producer organizations that brings together some of the main players in ready-made salads. The coalition's objective is to give a boost to a sector that, despite growing consumption, suffers from economic sustainability issues. read more

Anfaş announces the upcoming edition of Fresh Antalya 2026, scheduled for 24–26 September 2026 at the Anfaş International Expo Center in Antalya. The fair will focus on the fresh fruit and vegetable sector, together with packaging, logistics, cold chain, storage, and technologies. read more

The "State of the Nation's Food Industry 2025" report emphasizes the continued challenges in the UK food system, where issues of affordability, health, and sustainability converge with increasing food costs and disparities in access to nutritious food products. The report findings illustrate the impact of current market conditions, read more

Fall Creek Farm & Nursery, Inc. announced the appointment of Robert (Bob) Reiter, Ph.D., to its board of directors. Reiter, who previously served as the head of research and development at Bayer Crop Science, brings over thirty years of international expertise in plant breeding, biotechnology, and agriculture to the company. read more

Uganda continues to import highly hazardous pesticides banned in the European Union, with experts warning of risks to public health, food safety, and the environment. Professor Wenzel Geissler from the University of Oslo stated that "The safest way to use pesticides is not to use them," emphasizing the potential dangers associated with their usage. read more

Ukranian growers are currently experiencing low prices for carrots, onions, and cabbage due to an oversupply in the market. Following last year's high prices, producers have expanded plantings, resulting in overproduction. Limited storage capacity and reduced export opportunities have further exacerbated the situation. read more

Yesterday morning (Tuesday, 2nd December), the Technical Scientific Committee of Macfrut took office at Cesena Fiera, serving as the "voice" of innovation and knowledge in the fruit and vegetable sector, providing authoritative support to the trade show. Comprised of prominent figures from the academic landscape, read more

LaColdiretti Reggio Calabria has formally requested the President of the Chamber of Commerce of Reggio to convene a meeting with the operators of the citrus fruit sector, in light of the difficulties recorded in the current campaign of oranges destined for juicing. read more

While packing has resumed, Canada was in a bit of a wait-and-see situation with mangoes from Peru last week. Although the country had just started shipping Kent mangoes, there were concerns from growers regarding pricing. "The logistics from Peru have been good and better than in other years, so it has been steady." read more

The Scientific and Technical Committee of Macfrut has been established at Cesena Fiera, providing authoritative support on innovation to the trade fair. Composed of prominent figures from the academic, research, and industry sectors, the Committee is chaired by Paolo De Castro, a professor. read more

DP World's first Atlas service has reached London Gateway, linking Morocco, the UK, and Europe in a way that the logistics group has described as "revolutionizing fresh produce logistics". read more

The Spanish tropicals specialist Montosa has expanded its logistics operations in Perpignan with the acquisition of a new warehouse. This move has increased the company's capacity in the French market from 300m² to over 700m². read more

According to the IGD trends forecast, the top four trends that are expected to shape UK grocery and shopper behavior in 2026 are affordable, elevated experiences, simplified sustainability, and health as a lifestyle driver. read more