At Biologische Tuinderij De Waog in Neer, the sweet potato harvest is in full swing. Owner Joep van de Bool expects a total gross yield of over a thousand tonnes this year, which is a positive outlook despite earlier challenges with planting material, resulting in a 30% reduction in planting. read more

From mid-October, Tailwind Shipping Lines' Dolphin Express Service (DEX) will transition into an intra-European short-sea service with an expanded port rotation. The Moerdijk–Barcelona route will be extended to include ports in Antwerp (Belgium), Setúbal (Portugal), Cádiz (Spain), and Casablanca (Morocco). read more

SunGold kiwifruit has been marketed as a potential opportunity for affluent foreigners to secure New Zealand residency through the government's Active Investor Plus visa scheme. The program was revised earlier this year to attract foreign investment, as stated by Immigration Minister Erica. read more

In Moldova, recent September rains have caused cracking in table grape varieties, sparking concerns about their quality and export potential. Cracking happens when berries split due to abrupt shifts in moisture and temperature, and is seen as a significant problem for late-season grapes. read more

Vine tomatoes were mainly sourced from the Netherlands and Belgium, while round tomatoes came from Poland and Belgium. Almost all beef tomatoes were sourced from Belgium. Cherry tomatoes primarily came from the Netherlands and Italy. The selection was completed with domestic shipments, as per the... read more

Wattie's New Zealand has clarified that the decision to decrease peach production in Hawke's Bay is due to a decrease in demand, rather than the recent announcement of the parent company Kraft Heinz splitting its global operations. Peach growers in Hawke's Bay were informed that their fruit would no read more

Huseyin Dilsiz, who returned from Germany to his hometown Rize in northeastern Turkey 12 years ago, started growing succulents. What began as a hobby has evolved into a business in recent years. Despite initial doubts that cacti wouldn't thrive in the rainy climate of Rize, he successfully cultivated them. read more

On Sunday, September 14, much of Belgium celebrated the 43rd edition of the Day of Agriculture. This annual event, organized by Boerenbond and Landelijke Gilden, gives the public a chance to peek behind the scenes of modern farming and horticulture. Around 40 farms and read more

Wzrost sprzedaży detalicznej w Wielkiej Brytanii w sierpniu był wyższy niż oczekiwano, informuje ONS. Brytyjska sprzedaż detaliczna wzrosła o silniejsze niż przewidywane 0,5% w sierpniu, dzięki słonecznej pogodzie, ale wzrost sprzedaży w lipcu został nieznacznie skorygowany w dół, pokazują oficjalne dane. Biuro Statystyki Narodowej poinformowało, że wolumen sprzedaży w lipcu read more

Tesselaar Alstroemeria from Luttelgeest, the Netherlands, has been a prominent player in the floriculture industry for many years. Producing over 30 million stems per year on a ten-hectare farm, this family-owned business specializes exclusively in growing alstroemeria. Their recent decision to utilize read more

According to David Nel from GROW Fresh market agency, there is currently an abundance of potatoes in the South African market, leading to lower prices compared to this time last year. This is due to good yields in the current season thanks to favorable weather conditions, resulting in a national deflation in potato prices. read more

The Drewry World Container Index (WCI) dropped by 6% to $1,913 per 40ft container, marking the 14th consecutive week of decline. After two weeks of moving in opposite directions, the major trade routes, Transpacific and Asia-Europe, are now both trending downwards. read more

Tesselaar Alstroemeria from Luttelgeest, the Netherlands, has been a well-known player in the floriculture sector for many years. With more than 30 million stems per year, grown on ten hectares, the family business focuses entirely on one product: the alstroemeria. The recent decision to use read more

Kazakhstan is implementing large-scale investment projects aimed at reducing reliance on food imports, with a particular focus on fresh fruit and vegetables. According to the Ministry of Agriculture, 202 projects are planned until 2027, many of them targeting greenhouse production, storage, and... read more

Agrintesa, an Italian agricultural cooperative, is evaluating its production and market performance after selling 58 thousand tons of summer stone fruit. "Our production levels are satisfactory," stated director Cristian Moretti. "Although the sale of 58 thousand tons does not fully showcase our potential, we are pleased with the results." read more

The potato harvest in Kazakhstan's Zhetysu region is progressing steadily despite a season marked by extreme heat and rising production costs. Local farm Alim Agro, cultivating 55 hectares of potatoes, says yields remain close to average thanks to irrigation and modern agronomic support. read more

Despite the European strawberry market being worth around 2.7 billion euros, there has been a 13% decrease in production over the last decade, with cultivated areas dropping to 74,000 hectares. Spain and the Benelux countries remain the main production hubs, while... read more

The 7th annual conference of the India Florist Association recently concluded in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Over 150 florists from all over the country participated in the event, which received a warm welcome from local dignitaries. Highlights of the conference included a focus on business strategy and marketing skills. read more

Ukraine's walnut production for marketing year (MY) 2025/26 is forecasted to be 100,500 metric tons (MT), which is consistent with the previous estimate. The decline in household production is due to the cutting down of older trees, while industrial areas are also contracting as a result of limited investment during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. read more

The 7th annual conference of the India Florist Association recently concluded in Indore, Madhya Pradesh. Over 150 florists from all over the country attended the event, which received a warm welcome from local dignitaries. Highlights of the conference included discussions on business strategy and marketing skills. read more