The Austrian horticultural supplier Agrotech Gartenbautechnik is entering a new phase of growth after rebranding to Plant Products Austria as part of the BioFirst Group. This transition signifies an expanded technical focus, enhanced management structure, and a wider range of products developed to... read more

Elegant Floriculture & Agrotech (India) Limited has announced changes to its board following the resignation of two directors, effective January 24, 2026. The company informed the Bombay Stock Exchange of the developments in line with disclosure requirements under the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations. read more

The Denmark-based shipping group Maersk will temporarily take over operations at two ports located at opposite entrances of the Panama Canal. This decision comes after Panama's Supreme Court deemed the existing port concessions unconstitutional. The ports impacted by this ruling are Balboa and Cristobal, and Maersk's assumption of operations is effective immediately. read more

Central Indiana is currently experiencing a prolonged period of below-freezing temperatures. The last time the temperature rose above 32 degrees was around 4 p.m. on Thursday, January 22. It has been over a week since then, and there is no immediate relief in sight. Florists like Melissa Smith and her team are feeling the impact of these harsh weather conditions. read more

Afrykańskie eksportowane awokado wzrosły w 2025 roku, a całkowita wysyłka wyniosła 430 432 tony, zgodnie z wstępnymi danymi z Przeglądu Rynku Tropikalnych Owoców FAO opublikowanymi w środę, 28 stycznia. Oznacza to wzrost o 16,67% w porównaniu do 368 845 ton zarejestrowanych w 2024 roku. Wyniki eksportu w całym read more

The average wholesale banana prices in the UK stayed relatively stable this week, with only a few changes in prices for dollar banana origins. Colombia (Dollar) saw a decrease in the most common price range from £0.88 to £1.04, resulting in a range of £0.15. read more

Hail, rains, and the cyclone Harry have caused damage to several crops. Starting with oranges, there has been a reduction in the volumes of Tarocco oranges. Artichokes, lettuces, and spinach have also been affected with lower quantities. Zucchinis are commanding very high prices. There is an increasing demand for savoy cabbage. read more

South African citrus growers packed a record 203.7 million cartons for export last season, representing a 22 percent increase compared to 2024. Despite the growth in export volumes, industry stakeholders emphasize that simply increasing output does not lead to structural growth. read more

Ahmet Dundar, President of the Ornamental Plants Producers Sub-Association (SUSBIR), announced that they have initiated efforts with the ministry regarding the damage to greenhouses caused by the strong southerly winds that affected Yalova. Dundar urged growers to take out TARSIM (Agricultural Insurance Pool). read more

The commercial campaign of the Crüdi Colle d'Oro zucchini has entered its central phase, with a regular production calendar that now covers the period from September to June. This milestone strengthens Crü's positioning as a zucchini intended for raw consumption and intercepts. read more

China is currently in the peak strawberry season, and the second batch of frozen seedlings from Dandong is slowly entering the market, leading to a simultaneous increase in both supply and demand. In comparison to previous years, the overall strawberry market prices are lower this season, while purchase prices for... read more

Turkey's greenhouse cultivation area has significantly expanded, making the country the fourth largest worldwide and the second largest in Europe after Spain. The increasing share of the sector in exports underlines its strategic importance for the national economy. read more

NativaLand is a company focused on assisting sweet potato farmers and supply chain partners, according to Pat Fitzgerald, CEO of NativaLand Ireland. "We offer legal access to top sweet potato varieties worldwide. This is made possible through our exclusive access to licensed varieties developed." read more

Today, Poland is one of the key players in the global highbush blueberry market. With over 13,000 hectares of plantations, we hold the position of a leader in Europe and the 5th place in the world in terms of acreage. It is no wonder that the International Blueberry Conference has been organized in Poland for years. read more

Tropical Fruits, a specialist in mangoes, avocados, limes, and other tropical fruits, has expanded its product range to include melons. This expansion is the outcome of a strategic partnership with Rica Fruta, a producer and exporter from Costa Rica. With its own production and packing facilities, read more

Thailand's durian exports are expected to face various challenges this season, including issues related to labor availability, collection capacity, and logistics during peak harvest times. The total durian supply in Thailand is projected to be 1.78 million tons this year, as stated by Wittayakorn Maneenetr. read more

On 2 February, Looije Group inaugurated a new packaging and logistics facility in Ridderkerk, the Netherlands. The first phase of the facility, which spans 17,000 m2, is now up and running. This site is a key component of the company's continuous expansion of its packaging and logistics operations in the Netherlands. read more

The growth journey of the Crü zucchini, a product designed for raw consumption, will be presented at Fruit Logistica, where Colle d'Oro will have its own space within the Sicilian Regional Collective. read more

W 2024 roku średnia cena gruntów uprawnych w Unii Europejskiej została oszacowana na 15 224 euro za hektar, zgodnie z nowo opublikowanymi danymi Eurostatu. Oznacza to wzrost o 6,1% w porównaniu z rokiem 2023, kiedy średnia cena wynosiła 14 343 euro za hektar. Średnie ceny dzierżawy gruntów uprawnych read more

Argos Packaging introduces two innovative films for fresh packaging that respond to the growing demand for more sustainable solutions and are designed to be future-ready. "Norifresh" is a major step towards fossil-free packaging, presented by Argos Packaging & Protection. read more