Italy divided in two with hailstorms hitting the fields in the North and Central Italy, affecting the vineyards of Chianti and Vernaccia di San Gimignano, while in the South farmers are forced to abandon tomato fields due to lack of water for irrigation. read more

In the upcoming days, Poland will be under the influence of a dangerous Genoa low pressure system. Experts from the IMGW are warning – especially the eastern and southern parts of the country need to prepare for intense rainfall, possible thunderstorms, and a risk of flooding. In many regions read more

Spain holds the position as the leading exporter of strawberries globally, sending out over 300,000 tons annually. The Huelva region, in the south of the country, is central to this high output due to its conducive climate for strawberry cultivation. This advantageous positioning enables Spain to maintain its status as the top exporter of strawberries in the world. read more

The Délalföldi Kertészek Szövetkezete (Délkertész) reports that Hungarian vegetables on store shelves have not yet returned to pre-2019 levels. Despite Hungarian capabilities during the domestic season, imported vegetables, particularly from North Africa, continue to pressure the market. read more

At the end of June, the winter onion harvest began in the Southern Ukraine region. Despite drought conditions during sowing and growing, light rains in late spring and early summer helped preserve the crop. According to Alla Stoyanova, head of the "Stoyanov A.A." farming enterprise, several read more

The UK farming sector has clearly communicated to the government that it cannot bear any more burdens on behalf of other sectors of the economy, as trade negotiations with the US are ongoing. read more

The precision pollination specialist BeeHero has announced the launch of its services for Australian growers for the third consecutive season, this year being supported by the initial rollout of its pre-pollination reports. read more

In the global fresh produce sector, the discussion around sustainability is changing rapidly. What used to be a matter of meeting regulations is now a crucial aspect of remaining competitive. read more

As the company announced, the experienced logistics expert will be responsible for all warehouses and the entire transportation system at Spar in Northern Italy. Patrick Hörmann began his career with training in wholesale before joining SPAR in Lower Austria in 2010. read more

The new EU Packaging Act (PPWR), which came into effect in February 2025, could force fundamental changes in the packaging of export goods – and thus determine whether South African fruits will continue to reach European trading shelves in the future. read more

The total potato cultivation area amounts to 164,000 hectares. The cultivation of seed potatoes expanded by 5%, while that of processing potatoes increased by 1.9%. As a result, the proportion of table potatoes in the total cultivation is tending to increase, while the proportion of those intended for... read more

After four years, the event will return to Germany as scheduled and will take place for the first time at Rittergut Gestorf 1, Springe near Hanover, on September 9th and 10th, 2026. At the outdoor fair, numerous exhibitors will showcase the latest innovations in various fields. read more

This resulted in an increase of 23.7% in the number of installations compared to the previous year, while the installed capacity increased by 21.9% during the same period. In March 2024, there were approximately 3.4 million photovoltaic systems with a total nominal capacity of around 80,700 megawatts. read more

The organization closed the year with a net profit of 22.1 million euros, which is 5.7% more than the previous year. The cooperative thus enabled its members to receive a profit distribution for the fifth consecutive time, the company announced. In total, more than read more

Del Monte (Germany) GmbH is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., a globally leading, vertically integrated producer and marketer of high-quality, fresh and processed fruits and vegetables. read more

Emseni Farming, situated near the rural town of Kranskop in the Valley of a Thousand Hills in KwaZulu-Natal, is cultivating top-quality peppers with a focus on innovation, community development, and modern agricultural techniques. Dietmar Joosten, the CEO of Emseni, has been involved with the operation for many years. read more

The discrepancy between farmgate prices and retail margins in the global potato industry raises concerns about the future of agriculture. Potato farmers around the world are facing challenges due to increasing input costs and unequal profits, even though they play a central role in the supply chain. In Canada, consumers read more

Consorzio Apam, a prominent player in the Sicilian citrus fruit industry for generations, has successfully wrapped up the 2024/25 citrus season with overall positive outcomes, solidifying its position as a leader among organic citrus producers in Italy and internationally. The Producer Organisation (PO) comprises 257 members engaged in cultivation. read more

Dr. Michał Wojcieszek from Yara Poland discusses key issues related to fertilizing and irrigating highbush blueberries during intensive growth and fruit ripening, as well as harvest. Properly conducted treatments during this period will allow for maximizing. read more

Strawberry growers in Estonia are facing challenges due to continuous rain affecting the harvest, which is impacting the availability and pricing of strawberries. Local strawberries were initially selling for up to €16.90 per kilogram in the capital, while Polish strawberries were priced at €11.90 per kilogram. read more