According to recent consumer trend data from Fruitnet, Japanese shoppers prioritize freshness, nutritional balance, and reducing food waste when making grocery purchases. read more

Spain is the EU's largest organic producer by surface area and the sixth largest in the world, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food's latest study on the characterization and projection of organic production in 2023. Organic production reached 4.94 million tons in 2023. read more

"He doesn't want to be overly optimistic," says Safpro's Craig Jensen, "but the season is looking extremely positive for South Africa and, external factors aside, 'the only people who could ruin it in many ways are probably ourselves.' We will need to be very careful about the quality of fruit being." read more

Another weather setback has been added to the challenges faced by stone fruit producers in the wider area of Tyrnavos, Greece. Two days of hailstorms in late April caused additional damage to the already devastated production from the frost in March. "The March frost had already destroyed this year's... read more

Ukraine has suspended applications for orchard and greenhouse development grants under the eRobota program due to the exhaustion of allocated state budget funds, the Ministry of Agrarian Policy and Food announced. The ministry stated that all funds earmarked for the creation and expansion of such facilities have been fully utilized. read more

In the citrus groves of Huelva, Spain, the presence of Paracoccus burnerae, a mealybug species not previously reported in Europe, has recently been confirmed. This was reported by the Spanish entomologist Jesús Quintano Sánchez, who documented its appearance in conjunction with attacks from the... read more

Morocco’s avocado success story sounds like a horticultural fairy tale: in a short span of time, a serene part of North Africa has transformed into one of the most promising new suppliers of this creamy, green fruit. For retailers and importers in search of exceptional produce, Moroccan avocados provide a unique option. read more

Johannesburg is scheduled to host the World Union of Wholesale Markets (WUWM) Conference from May 14-16, 2025, at the Sandton Convention Centre. The conference will highlight Africa's significance in the worldwide fresh produce industry, addressing topics such as food security, climate change, and market modernization. read more

For Shi Jianhua, the chairman of Shanghai Flower and Horticulture (Group) Co Ltd (SFG) which produces 150 million seedlings and 2.2 million potted flowers annually, he has a grand vision for his company — to expand across China and spread fragrance worldwide. As an industrial leader, SFG is often referred to as read more

Over the past few nights, frost has occurred in almost the entire Poland. Depending on the region and terrain, temperatures dropped from -2˚C to even -7˚C. The extent of damage to blueberry flowers from frost depends on the development stage of the flowers and on that, read more

A milestone in India-China agricultural collaboration was achieved with the successful launch of Indian Mangoes in China at the AEON Huizhou Shopping Center store on Donghu West Road, Huicheng District. The event, held from 4:00 to 5:00 PM, was a vibrant celebration of friendship, flavor, and read more

After the blackout that affected the electricity system in the Iberian Peninsula and part of France, the morning after, Red Eléctrica, Spain's electricity grid operator, announced that 99.95% of the electricity demand in Spain (approximately 25,794 MW) had already been restored. read more

Morocco has experienced a significant increase in tomato exports to Norway during the current season, according to a report by EastFruit. From July 2024 to March 2025, Morocco exported 5,000 metric tons of tomatoes to Norway, marking a 37.9% increase compared to the same period in the previous season and a 28.9% rise compared to. read more

On April 28th, the 8th World Garden Show grandly opened in Haining, Zhejiang, China. With the theme "unceasing vitality of garden economy," the event showcases new plant varieties and explores future horticultural opportunities. Spanning 500,000 square meters, the show is expected to attract read more

T&G Global has announced that it will open an office in Taiwan in June 2025 as a part of its larger strategy to increase its presence in Asia. With a population of 23 million and strong trade connections with New Zealand, Taiwan has become a crucial market for T&G's apple exports, especially its ENVY brand. read more

After the European Court of Justice rulings invalidated agricultural agreements between the European Union and Morocco, and enforced labeling of products from Moroccan Sahara as made in Western Sahara, growers in the Dakhla region have had to focus on diversifying their products. read more

The agricultural sector in Romania is facing challenges as a result of recent severe weather events. On April 26, 2025, violent storms affected crop production, with hail and flooding causing significant damage. The National Meteorological Agency (ANM) had issued warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and... read more

In the Poás region of Costa Rica, you will find the Plantas de mi Tierra nursery, where Felipe Vega and his dedicated team cultivate a remarkable variety of foliage: Lilygrass, or Liriope. This grass, valued for its beauty, is a favorite in floral arrangements worldwide. read more

Przemysł cytrusowy w Południowej Afryce ma zamiar wyeksportować 171,1 miliona kartonów cytrusów w sezonie 2025. read more

Sun World has entered into a strategic partnership with Clarifresh, a prominent AI-powered quality management software for fresh food. This partnership enables Sun World to provide new tools to its network of growers and packer-shippers, beginning in Egypt and Italy, to assist them in optimizing quality control processes. read more