Pablo Fitskie of Scott Farms International reported that the sweet potato market is currently robust. He stated, "There is a good supply from the United States, as well as ample Egyptian products available. Demand is strong this season." Scott Farms has made investments in its own production in Egypt. read more

The signing of the free trade agreement between the European Union and the Mercosur countries - Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay, with Bolivia recently becoming a full member and Venezuela suspended - formally closes, after 25 years, one of the longest and most controversial trade negotiations. read more

"Lidl Italy launches 'A commitment that really counts': a paper flyer that, for the first time, is delivered directly into the hands of consumers to illustrate, in detail, all the actions already taken and the future objectives of the company for sustainable practices. The brochure, which..." read more

METRO Italy, a company specialized in wholesale trade for the Horeca sector with 3,600 employees in Italy, has obtained the "Top Employer" certification for the thirteenth consecutive year. In 2026, they achieved an overall score of 88.66%, showing growth. read more

In 2025, DP World achieved a new record in container handling at its London Gateway terminal, exceeding three million TEU. This milestone was reached after the implementation of a fourth berth and the inclusion of more vessel calls connected to the Gemini Cooperation's Asia-Europe services. This volume represents a significant increase. read more

Rose nursery Marjoland in Waddinxveen, the Netherlands, has recently invested in three Meto UV-C robots. These machines, manufactured by Berg Hortimotive, have been specially developed to combat diseases and pests that can harm crops, including ornamental crops. The rose nursery purchased Meto read more

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The 2025/26 season is presenting a new set of challenges for one of Poland's top apple suppliers, but the overall sentiment is positive as they head into the second half of the season. read more

Premier Fresh Australia has announced that it has become a licensed distributor for all Sun World table grape varieties grown in Australia. read more

Taiwan-based vertical farming operator and technology provider, YesHealth Group, in partnership with Saudi Arabian agriculture company, Mowreq Specialized Agriculture, has started supplying the retail chain Panda in Riyadh under the brand name Jana Farm, as the new facility scales up. read more

India's okra exports reached 1.12 lakh MT in the marketing year 2025, despite early price dips, showing steady growth, according to Narendra Mohan from the Department of Agriculture in Bihar, India. "The UK, Germany, and North America are the top destinations, with buyers expressing high satisfaction." read more

W ciągu ostatniej dekady ukraiński rynek borówek przekształcił się z niszowego segmentu w pełnoprawną branżę eksportową. Nawet w obliczu pełnoskalowej wojny producenci nie tylko utrzymali produkcję, lecz także rozbudowali obszary upraw, zainwestowali w technologię i umocnili swoje pozycje.

In the past decade, Ukraine's blueberry market has evolved from a niche segment into a fully-fledged export-oriented industry. Even amid full-scale war, producers have not only preserved production but also expanded planted areas, invested in technology, and secured their positions. read more

Rwanda is recognized in the international fresh produce market for its avocados, green beans, and specialty vegetables. However, producers in the country, driven by their ambition and the momentum in agricultural development, are expanding into other products as well. Various trials are currently ongoing to explore new opportunities. Eric Mugisha, from Kotwidika, is part of this initiative. read more

Dinesh Shinde, CEO of fresh produce importer Anusaya Fresh, states that demand for blueberries in India is increasing, while this season's supply is not as plentiful as in previous seasons. Shinde notes, "India is experiencing a significant surge in blueberry demand, exacerbated by tightening global and regional supply due to seasonal factors." read more

The year 2026 has started with a rising demand that currently outstrips the available supply in the European markets, which are predominantly sourced from Spain. The effect of the rains on different clementine varieties has resulted in an earlier commencement of the mandarin harvest from the second half of the year. read more

Nigeria is increasing its mango production as growers aim to gain more access to European fresh fruit markets. Industry projections suggest that output could potentially reach up to one million tons in the near future, making the country Africa's third-largest producer and the world's 11th largest, with annual. read more

Vitroflora Tissue Culture Laboratory, an international company specializing in in vitro propagation, has announced the acquisition of a laboratory in Turkey. The facility, including 100% of the shares, has been acquired by Anna and Karol Pawlak, owners of the Vitroflora Group, from Hassan Yasar. read more