Although blueberries from Peru arrived in Europe earlier this season than last year, we can still find fruits from Polish plantations on the domestic market. While they may not be available in all retail chains and wholesale markets, they can still be found. read more

On the slopes of Mount Etna, where the mild climate meets the fertility of mineral-rich volcanic soil, the Barbera prickly pear is born: a unique fruit, authentic expression of the territory and its natural peculiarities. The Barbera cultivations arise in carefully selected areas. read more

At Fruit Attraction 2025 in Madrid, Spain, Fall Creek® Farm & Nursery, Inc. will showcase advancements for growers, such as Sekoya®'s success in achieving year-round availability in key markets through its global network of members. The company will also feature Arabella Blue®. read more

The Guatemalan avocado industry is at a crucial point in its efforts to enter the U.S. market. Francis W. Bruderer, the president of Anaguacate, has stated that the Working Plan has been signed, but final approval from the USDA is still pending as they have not yet conducted a field inspection. read more

Wholesale prices for onions in Ukraine have dropped again since the beginning of this week, according to analysts from the EastFruit project. Producers attribute this downward trend primarily to the start of harvesting late onion varieties in the northern and western regions of the country. read more

In Volyn, Ukraine, farmers attempted to protect their raspberry and blueberry bushes from severe frost on the night of September 25. They burned straw bales, set up smoke screens, and covered certain plants with agricultural fabric in order to minimize damage. Bug published a video showcasing the farmers' efforts. read more

During this period leading up to the new harvest, pcfruit is actively conducting research on new hard fruit varieties. Club varieties are increasingly making their way into the market, but their significance for the future of Belgian fruit cultivation remains to be seen. Additionally, which varieties are most prevalent in Belgium? read more

On Tuesday, September 23, ErfGoed organized an open day at Kwekerij De Zuidplas in Moerkapelle, the Netherlands. Growers, water partners, and other stakeholders were provided with a detailed overview of the extensive project that ErfGoed has implemented at the nursery. As part of this project, ErfGoed has equipped read more

Moldova, like several other Black Sea countries, is expecting a strong potato harvest this year. However, prices have already dropped to their lowest level in three years, leaving farmers with little hope of profit, reports Logos Press. According to Sergey Alba from IM Expert Agroteh, many farmers are facing a challenging situation. read more

Soex Flora is ready to make an impact at this year's India Horti Connect in Bangalore by introducing its new gerbera tissue culture plants. Dolly Mahawar, the Head of Business Development at Soex Flora, sees this as a significant milestone in the company's expansion beyond roses. "Soex Flora proudly introduces..." read more

A week after participating in Fruit Attraction 2025, Zespri announces growth forecasts for the new Northern Hemisphere season, which shows a significant increase in volumes, especially for the yellow-fleshed variety. read more

In Vihiga, Kenya, small-scale tomato trader Aisha uses a solar-powered cold room near her market. By paying a weekly fee per crate, she extends the shelf life of her produce from three days to three weeks. "Before the cold room, I would wake up worried that half of my tomatoes would rot before" read more

At the Bozanonu Rose Production Complex in the Turkish city of Isparta, the production of cut roses is thriving. Isparta, located in the northern part of the Mediterranean region in Turkey, is renowned for its industrial rose cultivation, primarily used for making rose water and rose products. read more

"The price level of leeks has been moderate all summer," observes Kees Jansen of Teelt- en verpakkingsbedrijf Gebroeders Jansen from Etten-Leur. "In recent years, we have already seen that autumn is also becoming increasingly difficult. Major markets from ten years ago, such as France, England, read more

The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) dropped by 8% to $1,761 per 40ft container, marking the 15th consecutive week of decline. Rates on key trade routes such as the Transpacific and Asia-Europe also saw a continuous downward trend. Spot rates from Shanghai to Los Angeles decreased by 10% to $2,311. read more

Whether you are a Navel orange producer in Spain or South Africa, or an avocado grower in Mexico or Peru, there is one common issue that affects all of these regions – water scarcity. Water is now in short supply, especially for water-intensive crops like citrus and avocados, making it a growing concern. read more

Kissabel, a trademarked trio of apple varieties with colored flesh that ranges from bright pink to deep red, is ready to continue its "disruptive" commercial strategy to attract new, young customers in Europe and North America. read more

After a day of talks, discussions, and networking in Malaga, Spain, delegates at the Fruitnet Tomato Congress, which will take place on 11-12 November, will go on a tour across southern Spain. read more

Ponad 50 francuskich firm będzie stanowić francuską delegację prezentowaną przez organizację międzyzawodową na targach Fruit Attraction w Madrycie, z interaktywnymi grami francuskimi, kucharzami i występami na żywo dla zwiedzających. read more

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) has announced that it will be launching a new direct service to the Middle East market, commencing in October. read more