At the end of 2024, twenty greenhouse growers across the Netherlands started creating 250 m² biodiversity strips right next to their greenhouses. These experimental fields are part of the project "Biodiversity in and around the Greenhouse." Researchers are monitoring them for two consecutive summers. read more

"The mitochondrial genome (mitogenome) of plants exhibits remarkable structural complexity and evolutionary plasticity, yet remains poorly characterized in many ornamental species. Hydrangea chinensis Maxim. (H. chinensis), an indigenous plant distributed across China, serves as a vital genetic" read more

Galilee Export, a global fruit export company based in Israel, has announced the appointment of Mr. Eitan Zvi as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective September 1, 2025. Mr. Zvi, a respected co-founder of Galilee Export, has played a key role in developing the company's international presence since. read more

Egypt exported approximately 56,000 tons of fresh produce last week, as reported by the General Organization for Export and Import Control (GOEIC) and released by the National Food Safety Authority (NFSA). These shipments were part of a total of 210,000 tons of food and agricultural products. read more

Niezwykle silne fale oceaniczne - najgorsze od dziesięcioleci - wpłynęły na dostawy produktów spożywczych z portu Caldera w Kostaryce, chociaż ostatnio zaczęły się one rozjaśniać, głównie ustając. "Z wyjątkiem dni następujących po trzęsieniu ziemi na Dalekim Wschodzie Rosji, read more

According to the Federal Research Center, around 99% of seed potatoes in the Novosibirsk region are infected with viral diseases. This figure is significantly higher compared to neighboring regions like Kemerovo (Kuzbass) and Altai Krai, where infection rates are around 52-54%. read more

While on July 14th the decision was made to terminate the U.S.-Mexico Tomato Suspension Agreement, this week Mexico implemented minimum export prices for fresh tomatoes. What does this signify for tomato importers into the U.S.? "It's been a wild ride," says Skip Hulett,… read more

Po dwóch kolejnych latach ponadprzeciętnej produkcji, plantatorzy jabłek oczekują kolejnego udanego roku, zgodnie z nowym raportem opublikowanym przez Stowarzyszenie Jabłek w USA (USApple) podczas 130. dorocznego Konferencji Perspektyw w Chicago. Opracowany przez Wiceprezesa ds. Analiz USApple i...

After two straight years of above-average production, apple growers expect another high-performing year, according to a new report released by the U.S. Apple Association (USApple) at the organization's 130th annual Outlook Conference in Chicago. Authored by USApple Vice President of Insights and... read more

The scab-resistant apple variety Wursixo was rebranded as 'Kick!' yesterday. This announcement was made during a special meeting of Fresh Forward and TreeQuattro in Huissen. This apple variety has been available in the market in Norway since 2021 under the brand name Eden. Starting today, the apple is also available in... read more

Ecuador has agreed to host Russian specialists for inspecting banana cultivation enterprises, as reported by the Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance (Rosselkhoznadzor). This confirmation came after negotiations between Rosselkhoznadzor chief Sergei Dankvert and... read more

The Senegalese mango season has been "very satisfactory" this year in terms of volume, price, and customer satisfaction, according to Aminata Dominique Diouf, director of Domaine Agricole du Nema. The exporter shares her assessment of the export campaign. Diouf says: "The season is still read more

Prickly pear cacti in Cyprus are threatened by the prickly pear cochineal insect, also known as Dactylopius opuntiae. The pest was first discovered in the Famagusta district in 2016 and has since spread to most accessible areas of the island. Infected plants usually perish within two to three years. read more

Turkey, the world's largest hazelnut supplier, has experienced frost damage that has reduced the 2025 crop, resulting in increased costs for confectionery manufacturers. Hazelnuts are a crucial ingredient in spreads and chocolates like Nutella and Ferrero Rocher. The April frost, along with ongoing climate read more

Mimo że wiosenne przymrozki uszkodziły część produkcji brzoskwiń w Turcji, opóźniając ją, ogólna produkcja jest faktycznie powyżej oczekiwań - mówi Emel Esin Keskin, właścicielka tureckiego eksportera świeżych produktów rolnych Esin Tarim: "Türkiye poniosło duże straty z powodu przymrozków w tym roku. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project report that this week melon prices in Ukraine have sharply increased, while watermelon prices have continued to decline. The price of melons has risen by an average of 40% compared to last week. Farmers attribute this growth mainly to a seasonal reduction in supply. read more

Portuguese exports of fruits, vegetables, and flowers increased by 9.2% in value in the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, reaching €1.288 billion (US$1.39 billion). According to Portugal Fresh, based on data from the National Statistics Institute (INE), export volumes also read more

The global raspberry market is experiencing strong contrasts: in Western Europe, producers are facing oversupply and price pressure, while in Switzerland, heatwaves have led to drastic losses and record prices. Germany and France

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For the fourth year in a row, Budou Farms will be participating in Asia Fruit Logistica. They are excited to reach out to new customers in Asia who are interested in their high-quality "So Sweet" grapes that are beloved by consumers. "Last season in Japan, we successfully introduced a campaign showcasing the unique flavor of our grapes." read more

Od początku roku dostarczono ponad 8 000 ton produktów owocowo-warzywnych z Serbii do obwodu kaliningradzkiego w Rosji - poinformowało regionalne biuro Rosselkhoznadzoru. Wśród przesyłek znajdowały się morele, brzoskwinie, nektarynki, arbuz, gruszki, jabłka, czereśnie. read more

Table grapes from the fertile Doukkala region, located north of Morocco's Atlantic coast, are now available on the market for a season that lasts until the end of September. The region is famous for its black Doukkali grapes, a local variety that is the only grape in Morocco with a protected geographical indication. read more