Intersnack Adria, a part of Germany's Intersnack Group, has commenced the construction of a new potato chips factory in Hercegovac, central Croatia. The company announced the laying of the foundation stone in a statement posted on LinkedIn. "This signifies the start of an exciting new chapter and a read more

We can definitely say that halfway through September, the beginning of the end of our citrus season has arrived. As every year, this season has brought numerous challenges, success stories, and setbacks. South Africa continues to be the preferred supplier for Anaco & Greeve. read more

The number of companies participating in the Italy collective organized by Cso Italy for Fruit Attraction 2025 is increasing, as well as the exhibition space. read more

The global tomato market is experiencing varied dynamics, with production, acreage, and pricing trends differing significantly across regions. In the Netherlands, there is a projected increase in tomato acreage by 2025, particularly in the truss and cherry segments, while acreage in Belgium is on the decline. Prices at Belgian auctions have remained stable. read more

When Growcer acquired the assets of container-farming company Freight Farms in July 2025, it marked a significant moment for North American controlled-environment agriculture. Freight Farms left behind customers in over 500 locations, a substantial software and parts ecosystem, and a support system. read more

Although it is a high-quality market with a volume of 2.7 billion euros, European strawberry production has declined by 13% over the past ten years, and the cultivation area has shrunk to 74,000 ha. Spain and the Benelux countries remain strong players in this market. read more

The Dominican Republic is once again establishing itself as one of the most attractive and reliable sources for organic bananas, thanks to its strong performance in 2025 and optimistic outlook for 2026. This assessment comes from Fresh Fruit Dominicana, a family-owned Belgian company that cultivates and exports bananas. read more

Sumitomo Chemical Australia has appointed agricultural executive and agronomist David Morey as national sales manager to take advantage of the growth driven by the rising demand for its biological and proprietary products. read more

"Domenico Citterio, co-owner of the eponymous [company], stated, 'At the beginning of September, I attended the Potato Europe fair in the Netherlands, where significant data was revealed. For instance, figures released by producing countries indicate that this year will be marked by plentiful production.'" read more

Eksport gruzińskich borówek gwałtownie wzrósł w pierwszych siedmiu miesiącach 2025 roku, zwiększając się o 59% w skali rocznej. Zgodnie z danymi Głównego Urzędu Statystycznego, kraj wyeksportował 6 319 ton o wartości 42,3 miliona dolarów, w porównaniu do 4 558 ton o wartości 26,6 miliona dolarów w tym samym okresie 2024 roku. Rosja read more

As anticipated at the end of August by our correspondent Paco Borrás (click here for more information), the official confirmation has arrived: Spain is preparing to face one of the most difficult citrus campaigns of the last decades as reported by the specialized Spanish website Fruittoday.com. read more

The lemon harvest has already begun in Murcia, the main producing region in Spain, with lower production expected compared to last season. Prices at the source are significantly higher than last year, and market prices are expected to reach very high levels starting from the end of the year. read more

"The demand for organic lemons abroad is significant," says Sergio Mazzara, managing partner of Campisi Italia. "In fact, we are growing year on year in terms of both volume and value." He explains that in Italy, the organic market is still mainly focused on specialized shops. read more

The 38th International Seminar on Blueberries, held in Tangiers on September 10 and 11, provided a detailed overview of the global berry market and highlighted Morocco's rise as the world's fourth-largest exporter of this fruit. The African nation has established itself as a reliable and competitive player in the blueberry market, attracting attention from industry experts and stakeholders worldwide. read more

In 2025, Reemoon Technology Co., Ltd. successfully delivered and installed a customized four-lane apple sorting line in Nelson, New Zealand. The equipment officially started operating during this year's fruit season, from February to June, greatly enhancing efficiency and ensuring quality. read more

Fruit and vegetable products as well as agricultural products imported from Israel may face higher customs duties. The European Commission has presented a package of measures proposing a "partial suspension" of the trade provisions of the EU-Israel Association Agreement. read more

In the Cherkasy region of Ukraine, the family farm "Yablunevyi Sad" is replacing its 20-year-old Dutch-style orchard with plantings established under Canadian technology, relying exclusively on feathered apple trees. Farm manager Mykola Oliinyk shared the update in his article. He explained that read more

Egypt's potato exports to Malaysia have reached record levels, marking a third consecutive year of sustained growth, according to EastFruit. In the first seven months of 2025, Egypt exported 2,500 tonnes of potatoes to Malaysia, valued at nearly USD 1 million. This figure not only sets a read more

Latvian growers are concerned about potato storage this year due to excessive humidity during the season, said Aiga Kraukle. Moisture created favorable conditions for bacteria, and problems are already visible with tubers that were harvested immature and not properly dried. According to Kraukle, read more

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has granted provisional approval for Expo 2031 Minnesota, USA. This Expo is planned to take place from May 1 to October 15, 2031 in Dakota County, and it will be the first A1 International Horticultural Expo to be held on American soil. read more