"Growers are currently experiencing up to a 20% increase in fuel costs and around a 10% increase in input costs, despite production volumes remaining below 2025 levels. Last week, the price of diesel rose by approximately 115 colones per liter, increasing from around 600 to over 700 colones per liter." read more

During an afternoon event held at the World Horti Center in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands, attendees delved into the newest advancements and potential business prospects in vertical farming. This sector has transitioned from a niche idea to a highly-coveted investment opportunity, and has recently gained attention through a wave of high-profile initiatives. read more

Valenciaport took part in the Logismed Casablanca trade fair, which focuses on logistics and supply chain operations in North Africa. The goal was to enhance its presence in the Moroccan market and strengthen trade ties between Europe, Africa, and the Mediterranean. read more

Alkelux has closed a first round of funding of 970 thousand euros and aims to scale in the global market of functional food packaging. The Sassari-based deeptech startup, specialized in the development of sustainable materials for food packaging, will use the raised resources to read more

Mohsin Mubarak, the founder of Mustafa Mango Farms, a grower and exporter with orchards spread across Sindh and Punjab, has stated that Pakistan's 2026 mango season has begun earlier than usual, indicating a slightly modified cycle compared to 2025. "Overall production is largely consistent with last year, but there are some changes." read more

Spain: BonÀrea Corporación plans €121 million investment for 2026

Spanish agri-food group and supermarket operator BonÀrea Corporación plans to invest €121 million in 2026, up from last year's €113.5 million, to grow its business lines, industrial and logistics capabilities, and expand its retail operations. read more

Intelligent technologies are being increasingly applied in protected agriculture in Shouguang, China, one of the country's main vegetable production regions. The 27th China (Shouguang) International Vegetable Science and Technology Expo, running from April 20 to May 30, is showcasing the use of these technologies. read more

The prices of strawberries from local farms in Ukraine have begun to decrease this week, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. This trend is mainly attributed to a significant rise in supply from producers in the western regions of the country. Despite this, consumer demand remains stable. read more

Zespri presents Grown for Good, the new global communication platform through which the New Zealand group enhances its positioning on natural nutrition and the value generated along the entire kiwifruit supply chain. read more

The Port of Antwerp-Bruges is positioning itself as an innovation platform for autonomous transport, focusing on the commercial deployment of autonomous trucks within ports and along logistics corridors. The port authority states that autonomous trucks are already in commercial operation in China and... read more

The Greek apricot season is moving forward with prices decreasing, however, exports have not been able to expand further than neighboring countries to Greece, and securing prominent positions on retailers' shelves has been a challenge. Mr. Dimitris Tsiranidis, sales manager of the new company Apella from Imathia, read more

Italmercati, the network that brings together the 22 main markets in Italy, supports the unified candidacy of Maurizio Martina for the role of new Director General of the FAO, the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. "Maurizio Martina has always read more

The 12th edition of IFTEX 2026 is almost here, taking place at the Oshwal Center in Nairobi, Kenya. This international floriculture trade exhibition will be held from Tuesday, June 2 to Thursday, June 4, 2026. IFTEX is known as a premier grower-buyer trade show, attracting a diverse range of participants each year. read more

The marketing campaign for Dolce Passione watermelons has been launched in large-scale retail outlets in Italy and abroad, as well as in some markets in major European cities. Luciano Trentini is the director of the Dolce Passione Consortium, which brings together three leading companies in the industry. read more

On the last day of Agritechnica & Hortex 2026, the theme "Bridging Dutch Expertise with ASEAN Horticulture Needs" provided the framework for a comprehensive discussion on how the Netherlands can assist ASEAN-5 countries - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam - as they move towards greater. read more

The mango season in India has not been easy this year, with challenges arising as early as December, according to Sourabh Jaiswal, Business Development Manager for Indian produce exporter KK Star. "Overall, the mango season in India is progressing slowly this time. It's also been quite challenging." read more

The supply of blueberries is stable and increasing as more domestic regions start production. Currently, blueberries are being sourced from Mexico, Georgia, and California, which is helping to make them more consistently available. Mexico is providing a steady volume, while Georgia had some early weather challenges. read more

On June 11th, the World Cup will begin in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. We are organizing a World Cup Football Pool through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms. Who is the biggest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? read more

The Délalföldi Gardener Community (Délkertész) stated that it anticipates Hungary's proposed decrease in VAT on fruits and vegetables from 27 percent to 5 percent to be implemented starting on July 1. During a press conference in Budapest, the chairman and CEO Sándor Nagypéter mentioned that the VAT reduction would... read more

On the last day of Agritechnica & Hortex 2026, the theme "Bridging Dutch Expertise with ASEAN Horticulture Needs" set the stage for a comprehensive discussion on how the Netherlands can assist the ASEAN-5 countries - Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Vietnam - in their shift towards more sustainable horticulture practices. read more