The apple industry in Australia is currently evaluating growth opportunities with the introduction of a new variety called the Dazzle apple. Industry stakeholders view this variety as a potential option for expanding both domestic and export markets, providing an alternative to well-known varieties like Pink Lady and Gala. read more

The geothermally heated greenhouse project in Neudau-Burgau is entering its next phase: Frutura, Austria's leading company in sustainable fruit and vegetable production, has now been selected as the operator for the entire facility. The first vegetable plants will be grown in 2027 and brought to full production. read more

The cold storage facilities of Dutch Flower Group (DFG) in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands, where e-Flora is located, have recently undergone significant sustainability improvements. DAEL Energy from Maasdijk designed and installed a custom "smart" solar PV system at the facility. Through collaboration, the two companies evaluated DFG's operations. read more

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Spanish peaches and nectarines used to have a strong presence in the market but have since decreased in importance. According to the German BLE, there were also some limitations on Italian deliveries. Shipments from Turkey and France helped to fill the market gap. Greek and domestic supplies were only minor contributors. The season is now reaching its end. read more

During the summer months, our ornamental horticulture marketplace operates a bit differently. While many people are taking a break, the auction clock in the Netherlands continues as usual. "Usually, along with one colleague, I am solely in charge of Clock 02." read more

The Portuguese Competition Authority (AdC) has fined a company for abusing its dominant position in the market for collecting, distributing, and commercializing Madeira bananas. The company cooperated with the AdC through a settlement procedure, giving up its right to challenge the... read more

Northwest cherries from the U.S. are scheduled to arrive in India by sea, marking the beginning of a new phase for imports, according to Sumit Saran, the India representative for the Northwest Cherry Growers. "The first sea containers of Northwest cherries are expected soon, following a 300% increase in shipment volumes this year. read more

The Netherlands is currently facing an oversupply of raspberries caused by delayed shipments from Spain and Morocco coinciding with the local harvest, leading to a drop in prices and putting additional strain on growers, especially those selling directly on the market. In Germany, autumn raspberries are more popular. read more

Kenyan avocado growers are getting ready to start the second cycle of the season, which is set to begin in two to three weeks. After a slow and challenging first cycle, they are encouraged by the higher demand and prices compared to last season. Paul Kyalo, CEO of Konza, is optimistic about the upcoming cycle. read more

On the morning of Thursday, August 14, the CEO of the Kenya Flower Council (KFC), Clement Tulezi, along with the Council's management, met with the Kenyan Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ambassador Mohamed Ruwange, to discuss potential opportunities for increasing the direct export of Kenyan flowers to the Saudi market. read more

Difficulties in supplying oranges for the export market in Egypt, largely attributed to the expansion of the processing industry, have resulted in the withdrawal of between 600,000 and 1 million tons of oranges this season, according to preliminary estimates (which are still pending official confirmation). read more

The wholesale prices of bananas in various European markets decreased in week 32 compared to week 31, with drops ranging from slight adjustments to more significant decreases. In Latvia, the average wholesale price dropped from €85/100 kg in week 31 to €76/100 kg in week 32. read more

As of August 7, 2025, the European Union has added seven new plant species to the Union list. The terrestrial plants now included are Acacia mearnsii (black wattle), Broussonetia papyrifera (paper mulberry), Delairea odorata (Cape ivy), Fallopia japonica (synonym Reynoutria japonica, Japanese knotweed), etc. read more

Osman Goksan, marketing manager of Turkish fruit exporter Osman Akça Tarim, states that the Turkish fig season is looking promising. "The season started off well with positive signs. The April rains were very beneficial for the trees, providing a healthy beginning for fruit development. The progress in the orchards has been consistent overall." read more

The fig season in the Northern Hemisphere is now gradually gaining momentum. The first shipments arrived from Italy in mid-July, slightly later than usual. We have also been receiving weekly shipments from Turkey for two to three weeks, including the popular Bursa figs. read more

Between November 2024 and June 2025, Egypt exported 610 tons of mandarins to Estonia, valued at US$717,000, according to EastFruit. This volume is three times higher than the total exports in the previous marketing year and eight times greater than in MY 2021/22. read more

The supply of available options is getting smaller, and according to industry organizations, new solutions are not on the horizon. One of the tasks also involves responding to the many negative reports in the media by putting even more energy into educating about the benefits and necessity. read more

Asia's must-attend event on the global fresh produce calendar is happening in just over two weeks. read more

The total production is estimated at 277,000 tons, which represents a decrease of 31.5% compared to the volume in 2024 (404,600 tons). The decline in apple production is partly due to the frost wave in the spring and partly due to the decrease in. read more