The future of shipments after August 1st is uncertain due to the U.S. threatening a 30% tariff on citrus from South Africa. However, at present, a steady supply of citrus continues to arrive. "The timing of maturity was slightly advanced this season, so we saw better accessibility of higher brix clementines." read more

Rząd Asturii uruchomił unikalny projekt, który zamienia stary szyb kopalniany w Laviana w pierwszą w Hiszpanii podziemną szklarnię. Inicjatywa jest częścią programu Agroalnext, finansowanego ze środków regionalnych i funduszy europejskich Next Generation, który ma na celu położenie podstaw. read more

Rapid growth of orange concentrate factories in Egypt this year has led to local competition between industrialists and exporters for supply, causing shortages in the second half of the season. How have Saudi Arabian importers, the third-largest market for Egyptian citrus after the... read more

The harvesting campaign for the Italian black Maula grape variety began on July 3, following its successful introduction to domestic and European markets in 2024. This seedless cultivar is the product of a collaboration between CREA in Turi, Apulia, and the Italian consortium Nu.Va.U.T. Nuove. read more

More than forty horticulture professionals gathered at Koppert for the latest edition of the Horti Science Café, a summer evening full of energy, both literally and figuratively. The central theme was the heat transition in the Oostland region of the Netherlands. A topic that is current and complex. read more

The negotiation between Lidl Italy and the trade unions Filcams Cgil, Fisascat Cisl, and Uiltucs for the renewal of the company's supplementary contract continues without results. The meeting held on July 10 ended with a negative outcome: according to the trade unions, the proposal was rejected. read more

When Marilyn Bull founded Toro Fruit, she anticipated that citrus would be her primary focus, with strawberries playing a secondary role. However, six and a half years later, strawberries have emerged as the clear favorite, a trend that has been ongoing since she visited the Middle East with a strawberry farmer. read more

W sezonie 2025 sektor cytrusowy Peru wykazuje wyraźne znaki poprawy po wyzwaniach klimatycznych, które dotknęły go w 2023 roku. "Do 27. tygodnia tego roku eksport wzrósł o 29% w porównaniu do tego samego okresu w zeszłym roku, co podkreśla poprawę w przypadku wczesnych odmian, takich jak Satsuma (+88%), Primosole". read more

Vietnam's banana industry is experiencing significant growth, with a cultivated area of over 161,000 hectares producing nearly 3 million tonnes in 2024. The primary growing regions in the country are the Mekong Delta, Southeast, northern midlands, and Red River Delta, with the Southeast region achieving the highest yield. read more

Polityka, sztuczna inteligencja, podłoża, relacje, zintegrowane zarządzanie uprawami, praca, akwizycje, kwiaty, rośliny i opakowania. Oprócz licznych sesji edukacyjnych na Cultivate 2025, wiele można się nauczyć, przechadzając się po stoiskach targowych. Oto kilka interesujących spostrzeżeń i... read more

The berry market in India is experiencing changing consumption trends, with an increasing number of consumers showing a willingness to try imported berries from various countries. Once considered a novelty, raspberries, blackberries, and blueberries have now become popular lifestyle choices. read more

Recently, a delegation from the Municipality of Westland and Greenport West-Holland visited Almería, Spain, as part of a working trip focused on enhancing international cooperation in greenhouse horticulture. The visit aimed at strengthening ties with partners in southern Spain and exploring new avenues for collaboration. read more

Started in 2021, Abacate International entered the Indian market at a time when avocado consumption was still limited and largely unstructured. With a clear focus on a single product category, the importer has gradually built systems around sourcing, cold chain, ripening, and distribution. read more

The area dedicated to butternut squash cultivation in the Iberian Peninsula has decreased by 18% this year as a result of the prolonged rainfall in the months of February and March, which is the main period for planting the crop. The reduction in acreage is particularly significant in Portugal and Spain. read more

Vakhtang Bezhitashvili, the head of the Georgian Fruit and Vegetable Exporters Association, expressed concerns regarding Georgia's visa-free travel agreement with the European Union. This agreement is linked to the Deep and Comprehensive Free Trade Agreement (DCFTA), which is essential for economic cooperation. read more

Martiforous Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) were found in Belgium, leading to a warning from the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV). These beetles feed on the leaves, flowers, and fruits of over 400 plant species, such as corn, grapes, strawberries, and roses. read more

The weather in the Netherlands on Wednesday was not suitable for the beach, so there were no traffic jams heading to the coast. However, there is increasing congestion on the electricity grid, which was a hot topic discussed on Wednesday afternoon. read more

"Crazy," "unique," "very strong," "the best season ever." This is how Mr. Diamantis Milinis, owner of the growing and packing company Sun Fruits, describes the current apricot season in Chalkidiki, the latest Greek growing region for this fruit. Chalkidiki is the only region in Greece that has read more

W strategicznym ruchu mającym na celu zdobycie rosnącego apetytu Indii na premium owoce, indyjski importer świeżych produktów rolnych i firma doradcza Scion Agricos nawiązały partnerstwo z nowozelandzkim producentem Bearsley Exports, aby wprowadzić na rynek indyjski nowy premium odmiany jabłek o nazwie NZ Rouge w połowie sierpnia. read more

With the progress of the South African citrus season, the amount of South African oranges entering the market has notably risen this week. Traders report that, of the South African orange varieties currently in supply, sour oranges are seeing relatively strong performance due to higher demand. read more