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The high pressure system that has guaranteed widespread sunshine and above-average temperatures in recent days is now coming to an end. A cold air mass of Balkan origin is advancing from Eastern Europe, set to cross the continent and promote the formation of... read more

The horticulture sector in Kenya is expected to achieve increased revenues from avocado exports in 2026, with projected earnings of KES 25.4 billion (US$170 million). This growth is attributed to a 22% rise in production volumes and improved market access in countries like India, China, and the United Arab Emirates. read more

Musgrave NI has announced a £23 million investment in its network as it unveils a new concept store. The Northern Ireland-based convenience retailer, known for operating the SuperValu, Centra, and Mace brands, is set to launch this store in 2026. read more

The prices of tomatoes in European markets have increased since the beginning of the current season, with Spanish media outlet La Razón reporting prices around €8 per kilogram. The rise in prices has been attributed to a decrease in supply and adverse weather conditions in southern producing regions, including Morocco. read more

The leadership in FMCG growth is shifting. The short-range format continues to be the main driver in food distribution, with Lidl and Aldi leading in terms of value share gains over Mercadona in the first 16 weeks of the year (up to April 19), as per Algori data. read more

The conflict in the Middle East represents a significant risk to the supply of pistachios, as well as a factor supporting prices. Iran, in fact, exports 27% of the global pistachio supply, ranking second after the United States, with main destinations including ... read more

The National Research Centre for Bananas in Tiruchy has initiated a Banana Field Gene Bank project aimed at conserving genetic resources and preventing the loss of banana varieties. Farmers growing unique banana varieties can enroll with the center, where researchers will preserve and maintain these varieties. read more

Maroko has rozszerzył swoją obecność na europejskim rynku mrożonych malin, z Holandią importującą 1000 ton w 2025 roku, o wartości ponad 2 milionów EUR (2,16 miliona USD), według EastFruit. Oznacza to wzrost o 50% w porównaniu z 2024 rokiem i czterokrotnie większy w porównaniu z rokiem 2023. read more

Severe frosts, which have covered almost the whole of Poland in recent days, are already leaving a noticeable mark on highbush blueberry plantations. In the Mazovia region – responsible for about 30% of the country's production – initial inspections indicate very serious damage to the buds. read more

Identity, relationships, and quality at Macfrut 2026, which has just ended in Rimini, confirming itself as the most important trade fair in Italy for the fruit and vegetable sector, thanks to the increase in attending buyers, despite the difficult global situation we are currently experiencing. read more

75% of patents for gene-edited seeds now belong to China. The ongoing restrictions on the development of New Genomic Techniques (NGTs) in the European Union have likely played a significant role in the shift of leadership in plant breeding innovation in less than a decade. read more

India's apple industry is on the verge of a significant transformation driven by genetics, with the introduction of new club varieties and high-density orchards expected to significantly increase yields and fruit quality. This insight comes from Amit Bhardwaj of Seven Star Fruits Pvt. Ltd, a member of the Associated International Group of Nurseries, Inc. (AIGN). read more

Some of the critical issues that had led to a surge in some fruit and vegetable prices seem to have been overcome: the prices of tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchinis are decreasing, while the eggplant market is also returning to normal. The long weekend is boosting some productions, such as broad beans, as well as. read more

The second edition of Fragola Expo Basilicata ends with an exceptional outcome. For two days, Piazza Segni and Piazza Aldo Moro in Policoro were the bustling heart of a sector that represents the productive excellence of the region, welcoming thousands of visitors from read more

The season for Moroccan melons targeted for export is coming to a close, with the initial harvest in Dakhla giving way to the ongoing harvest in Marrakech. Production in the Marrakech region has decreased in volume compared to the previous season, but the market conditions are still favorable. read more

Portugal Fresh has announced an investment of €2.7 million (US$2.9 million) by 2027 to support the international promotion of the fruit, vegetable, and flower sector. The program includes participation in trade fairs such as Fruit Attraction in Madrid and São Paulo, Fruit Logistica in Berlin, and so on. read more

AgroFresh Solutions Inc. has opened its new Asia Pacific Research & Development Center in Yangling, an agricultural research hub in China. The center was inaugurated by CEO Han Kieftenbeld and showcases the company's continued commitment to fresh produce through research, innovative solutions, and sustainability initiatives. read more

75% of patents for gene-edited seeds are currently held by China. The ongoing restrictions in the European Union on the development of NGTs, or New Genomic Techniques, have likely played a significant role in the shift of leadership in plant breeding innovation in less than a decade. read more