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India's grape exporters are currently facing significant difficulties due to the conflict in the Middle East. Shipments to the Gulf region have come to a standstill and shipping routes have become unpredictable and chaotic. Rajendra Pandit Deore of ShreeKrishna IMPEX Ventures highlights that a substantial portion of Indian grapes are typically exported to the Middle East. read more

Flower bulb grower Van Steijn-Damen, located in the Rijnland region of the Netherlands, has won the first prize in the International Business category at the De Sterkste Schakel Rijnland 2026 awards. The ceremony took place at the Grand Hotel Huis ter Duin. De Sterkste Schakel is a regional business award... read more

A wave of severe bad weather is crippling the fruit and vegetable sector in Southern Italy, with particularly serious issues in Calabria. The initial report released by Coldiretti highlights fields of vegetables completely submerged, damaged orchards, and rural roads affected. read more

Dutch nursery Sunshine Grow, located in Pijnacker, the Netherlands, has started supplying Nerium oleander to Royal FloraHolland from its nursery in Spain. Leveraging its extensive experience in peat-free cultivation of tropical plants, the company has implemented the same practices in its oleander production. read more

The German-based propagator and plant producer Emsflower recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of its location in Emsbüren, Germany. The event was attended by over 700 customers, suppliers, and fellow growers for a jubilee day. It also marked the official introduction of a newly completed [...] read more

South African fruit exporters are rerouting shipments that were originally intended for the Middle East to other markets such as the United Kingdom and Europe due to disruptions caused by the US-Israel conflict with Iran. Terry Gale, the chairperson of the company, stated that this change in trade flows is necessary to navigate the current challenges. read more

The spring onion harvest is currently in progress throughout the entire Gemüsegarten Pfalz region. Traditionally, these crunchy bunches are the first fresh vegetables of the new season to be harvested outdoors in Germany. This ensures that the farms in the Gemüsegarten Pfalz region specializing in spring onions can provide high-quality produce. read more

The European Union's Directorate-General for Health and Food Safety is conducting an assessment of Thailand's pesticide residue control system for plant products, including fruit and vegetables. The audit is being led by Pedro Moreno Valenzuela, with expert team members Amadeo Rodriguez Fernandez Alba and… read more

Even though the official start date of Kenya's avocado export season has not been determined yet, there are already exceptional exports taking place. These exports are vital for market testing, especially with the ongoing conflict in the Middle East causing logistical complications that could potentially disrupt the East African season. read more

Early potato crops in eastern Cyprus have been adversely affected by strong coastal winds carrying sea salt, causing production issues in areas such as Ormidia, Xylofagou, Liopetri, and Sotira. Andreas Karyos from the Pancyprian Coordination of Potato Producers reported that portions of early potato fields have been impacted. read more

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The Namibian government has expressed worries about the growing fruit fly problem in the country's horticultural sector, especially in the export-focused table grape industry along the Orange River. The alert was raised by James Nzhengwa, deputy director in the agricultural directorate. read more

The Panama Canal is experiencing a rise in vessel traffic due to the increased fuel and freight costs, which are impacting global shipping routes as a result of disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Deputy Administrator Ilya Espino de Marotta stated that the canal is observing an increase in transits. "The latest thing we've seen is an uptick in ships passing through." read more

Norway: SPAR introduces ultra-fast grocery delivery
SPAR Norway has introduced a new service called SPAR QuickCommerce to cater to the current demands of customers for fast and convenient grocery delivery. With this new quick-commerce solution, customers can now receive their groceries within just 20-45 minutes, without any additional… read more

According to EastFruit, Egypt has strengthened its presence in the German sweet potato import market, surpassing competitors like the United States, China, Spain, and the Netherlands. In 2025, Germany imported 16,100 tons of sweet potatoes from Egypt, amounting to over €18 million (US$19.4 million). read more

Fruit growers in Čačak report that cold storage facilities are still filled with locally grown apples, but there is limited demand on the domestic market. Growers mention that imports from Poland, North Macedonia, and Moldova have led to an increase in supply and a decrease in interest in local fruit. read more

In the Netherlands, JJK Uienhandel moved to new offices this year. Marius Jansen stated that the expansion was necessary due to insufficient space. He mentioned, "We were constantly facing limitations. Visitors were always welcome at our office, but now it's much quieter." Marius is reasonably read more

Cora Seeds aims to strengthen the future of winter cauliflower production in Southern Italy with a precise approach: making productions more high-performing, sustainable, and aligned with market demands. In a scenario where supply continuity, field yield, and post-harvest storage are crucial. read more

Ethiopian Airlines has announced that it will resume its direct passenger service between Addis Ababa and Atlanta starting May 21, 2026. This follows a temporary interruption of the route since February 2026. The resumption restores an important connection between Africa and the United States. read more