The first participation in the major fruit and vegetable fair Fruit Attraction ended positively for the Consortium for the Protection of the PGI Pachino Tomato. President Sebastiano Fortunato, returning from Madrid, noted the event's strong international growth year after year, a true turning point. read more

Celebrating 50 years of statehood with India, Sikkim is recognized as the country's greenest state and its first organic state, symbolizing a commitment to living in harmony with nature. This principle informs the state's policies and governance, highlighted by the establishment of India's first Cool House. read more

For the past nine years, EVDW, an advisory firm based in Stellenbosch, has been providing practical, data-driven advice to farmers in South Africa, Zambia, Mozambique, and even as far as the United States of America. "One of the most important lessons we have learned," says founder Earle van der Watt, "is..." read more

Iberian Premium Fruits participated in Fruit Attraction once again, showcasing all its group companies at its stand for the first time: Torres, Llusar, V Ros, The Natural Hand, and the recent addition, Vale da Rosa, which joined the project this year. This collaboration allows Iberian Premium Fruits to read more

"Moroccan strawberries should not be seen as a competitor but as a complement to the European season." This was stated by Nabil Belmkaddem of the northern Moroccan cooperative BestBerry at the International Strawberry Congress 2025 in Antwerp. "The Moroccan berry sector is strongly intertwined read more

Strawberry cultivation in Poland is developing in several directions, and producers are increasingly seeking technologies that allow for obtaining high-quality fruits and extending the harvesting season. In production practice, three main systems can be distinguished: traditional. read more

Agricultural organizations and farms in Belarus are anticipating a potato harvest of approximately 1 million tons, which is a 30% increase from 2024, and a vegetable harvest of 587,000 tons, which is 102% of last year's level. On September 29, 2025, the Belarusian Ministry of Agriculture and Food set maximum prices for fruits and vegetables. read more

A new Rabobank report highlights Peru's emergence as a leading exporter of table grapes on the global stage, achieving record volumes of 4.6 million tonnes. The report also underscores China's increasing influence in reshaping the industry and creating new opportunities in Southeast Asia. read more

Between January and September 2025, Azerbaijan imported $15.87 million worth of fruit and vegetable products from Turkey, according to the Turkish Exporters Assembly. This represents a 9.6% decrease compared to the same period in 2024. In September 2025 alone, exports of Turkish... read more

George Frangistas, managing director of Greek citrus exporter Gefra, states that while acreage for citrus in Greece remains stable, new orchards are being planted and others are being abandoned due to the aging farmer population. "When we discuss new citrus planting in Greece, our focus is primarily on." read more

Biochar is becoming increasingly important in horticulture. For years, it has been considered as a potential material for growing substrates, and with increasing pressure on traditional options, it is now receiving more attention. However, biochar is more than just a substrate. Its production also generates energy. read more

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About two weeks ago, the new open-grown chicory season started again in Belgium. Despite the year-round availability of chicory from hydroponics these days, the moment when this seasonal product par excellence returns to the shelves is still eagerly awaited in Belgium. "Demand is already picking read more

At Fruit Attraction, we meet Natalino Gallo, president of Op Agricor of Piana di Sibari, who tells us about the new growth plans in foreign markets and investments in research and development of increasingly high-performing varieties. Growth is expected in other markets, in addition to Austria and Denmark. read more

The Tanzanian High Commission in the UK has set a target to increase exports to £1 billion (US$1.26 billion) by 2030, with a specific focus on horticultural and agricultural products entering the British market. Tanzania's High Commissioner to the UK, Mbelwa Kairuki, stated that achieving this goal will require coordinated efforts. read more

The Philippine government is expected to implement a temporary suspension on onion imports by February 2026 to give priority to local harvests, safeguard farmers' incomes, and ensure a stable market supply. Agriculture Secretary Francisco Tiu Laurel Jr. announced that the suspension would be put into effect. read more

Who will be the lucky winner of a free container with 30,000 kg of yellow onions? Following Fruit Logistica in Berlin, Wiscomex organized a prize draw campaign at Fruit Attraction in Madrid. All foreign onion importers visiting the stand were invited to drop their business card into the container to participate. read more

The members of Cso Italy expressed great satisfaction with the outcome of Fruit Attraction, highlighting the broad international presence and the perfect timing to plan upcoming commercial campaigns. In the business areas of the collective Italy, organized by Cso Italy, read more

The sixteenth participation of Linea Verdea Madrid, present with Vegetales, one of the companies of the Group in Spain. The focus is on the restyling of the fresh soups Dimmidisì, with new proposals that go beyond plant-based options, as well as the experimentation of new references for the Iberian market. read more

During the 2024/2025 season, Spain imported a record 24.57 million kilograms of cucumbers, according to data from Estacom (Icex-Tax Agency) analyzed by Hortoinfo. The imports cost €27.68 million, with an average price of €1.13 per kilogram, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

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