La Vie Claire is continuing its European expansion by integrating six Belgian stores from the Biocap network. This move, done through a franchise agreement, represents a new phase in the brand's expansion strategy in Europe. With a total of 315 shops, the brand is already established internationally. read more

"In the initial phase of the season, there was a slow growth in demand for imported stone fruit, even though South African products entered the European market early. It was only later in the season, towards this month, that consumption of nectarines and plums started to increase gradually," says Daniela Aguirre of Fruit. read more

Experts from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations are conducting a global Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) study in Uzbekistan's fruit and vegetable sector, with completion expected this year, reports EastFruit. read more

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Pierwszy raz udane dostarczono południowoafrykańskie winogrona stołowe na Filipiny, co stanowi istotny kamień milowy po uzyskaniu dostępu do rynku w 2025 roku. read more

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Bom Group and HX Agriculture have signed a long-term cooperation agreement for the construction of multiple HX AGF greenhouses across China. The projects aim to be a step forward in the modernization of Chinese horticulture and are expected to provide a major boost to lettuce production. read more

Unia Europejska przeznaczyła 184 miliony dolarów na afrykańską infrastrukturę morską w ramach swojej Globalnej Strategii Bramy Światowej, przy czym Port Durban został wskazany jako główny beneficjent. Dla sektora świeżych produktów rolnych RPA, który eksportuje rocznie ponad 2,6 miliona ton cytrusów, obok rosnącej read more

Gaurav Sethi, Director of Mumbai-based Intercont Liner, points out that India's logistics for exporting fresh produce has changed. He highlights the shift from a fragmented and cost-driven ecosystem to a more structured and reliable one. Sethi mentions that there is now increased availability of ocean reefers and improved connectivity. read more

The Memorandum of Understanding between the Uzbek Ministry of Agriculture, the Cermac Consortium, and Promos Italia for cooperation in the agricultural production sector was signed in Tashkent. Cermac President Enrico Turoni explains that "The signing of this agreement is satisfying and we..." read more

The proposed trading plan by the City of Cape Town has raised concerns among the historic Trafalgar Flower sellers on Adderley Street. The market, which has been operating for many years, is facing potential changes. The city's proposal aims to formalize the site, protect long-standing traders, and bring it in line with regulations. read more

The Russian phytosanitary authorities have stopped two fruit shipments at the Ubylinka border crossing in the Pskov region due to discrepancies in documentation and labeling. A 20-ton shipment of fresh avocados, which was being transported from the Netherlands but listed Peru as the country of origin, did not meet the requirements... read more

For the fifth consecutive year, the Sole 365 edlp banner of Ap Commerciale (Megamark-Selex) has been awarded the title of Best Fruit and Vegetable Department in Italy at the CX Store Award 2026, also featured in Gdoweek, along with the recognition for the second consecutive year for the Best Display. read more

Rose grower Marjoland, located in Waddinxveen, the Netherlands, has invested in three Meto UV-C robots from Berg Hortimotive. These machines are specifically designed to combat diseases and pests in ornamental horticulture. The robots were acquired along with a Meto Trans unit, allowing the system to. read more

In a significant move towards self-sufficiency in floriculture, a research center in south Kashmir is gearing up to provide locally grown tulip bulbs and seeds to major gardens across India, thereby substantially decreasing the country's reliance on expensive imports. The Centre of Excellence for Tulips is leading this initiative. read more

UK: Sainsbury's transforms its Tonbridge supermarket into a new flagship store. Sainsbury's announced: "Sainsbury's has revealed its new flagship supermarket after a significant project to expand and refurbish its current store in Tonbridge, Kent, into a larger, state-of-the-art superstore." read more

The mango export season in Costa Rica, which lasts from February to May, aims to bridge the gap between the seasons in Peru and Mexico. Manga Rica, a grower-exporter, evenly divides its sales between the United States and Europe. "This season, disruptions in supply have occurred in Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, and Nicaragua." read more