With its 1,100 hectares dedicated to strawberry cultivation, Basilicata is one of the main hubs in Italy for berry production, and among the most cultivated varieties stands out the Sabrosa Candonga, which occupies about 60% of the area. Among the leading companies in this sector, there is... read more

The persimmon harvest is currently taking place at First Fresh in New Zealand. The early Fuyu variety was harvested this week, approximately a week earlier than in the past three years. The initial produce is being sent to the growing New Zealand domestic market. "Awareness of the availability, benefits, and great" read more

TKL Logistics Limited (formerly Tauranga Kiwifruit Logistics) has played a critical role in the early success of the kiwifruit season. TKL coordinates the arrival and dispatch of all Zespri branded kiwifruit through ports around New Zealand to key international markets. TKL is a company owned by read more

The Cooperative M'Brouka, a citrus growers' cooperative from Morocco with almost 60 years of history, is presenting itself to potential fresh produce buyers in Southeast Asia during the prestigious trade mission organized by FAO and EBRD on April 22-25, 2025. Situated in the fertile Souss Valley in southern Morocco, they are showcasing their products to expand their market reach. read more

Since the end of March, the first organic cucumbers from local cultivation in Brandenburg have been available in the approximately 50 Alnatura Super Natur markets in northern and eastern Germany. This season, Landgut Pretschen in the Spree Forest has started growing a variety of cucumbers. read more

Geographical Indication products, such as the Red Orange of Sicily PGI, are an example of ambassadors of Made in Italy around the world thanks to their presence in international markets and the territory they naturally carry with them. This reflection arises from the Consortium of the Orange. read more

Egyptian mangoes, marking a notable increase compared to the previous season. This growth in mango exports highlights the strong demand for Egyptian produce in the Turkish market. read more

Jun Imano of Sumika Agrotech aims to assist farmers in achieving high crop yields, conserving water, and minimizing labor. He stated, "Our Sumisansui is more than just a hose—it provides a comprehensive sustainable agriculture solution." This is crucial as farmers face challenges from climate fluctuations and water scarcity. read more

Large wholesale quantities of the new onion harvest have recently appeared on the wholesale markets of the capital of Uzbekistan, being offered at the same price as last year. However, this has occurred alongside a significant rise in wholesale prices for onions from the previous year, as reported by experts from EastFruit. read more

The Second National Horticulture Expo has started at the local Bhrikutimandap on Thursday, April 10. The exhibition will continue until April 13. All preparations for the expo have been completed, as confirmed by the event organizer, Nursery Association Nepal. Rabin Kumar Gautam, the Expo coordinator and a senior... read more

In Italy, the mushroom market is continuously growing and, as is happening with many other categories, there is a progressive shift from the more traditional product to the service-oriented one. In large-scale retail, in fact, over 90% of sales are generated by packaged mushrooms sold by weight. read more

At the beginning of the citrus season in Egypt, exporters were already anticipating a challenging campaign due to the lack of small-sized fruits. The Red Sea crisis persisted for the second year, but the global community had somewhat adapted to it. Nevertheless, the intricacies of the season have surpassed all expectations. read more

With Easter approaching and spring sunshine in the sky, the strawberry season is kicking off again in Belgium and the Netherlands. "You can see people transitioning from Spanish strawberries to local ones by the end of March or early April. It's been a long winter, but especially..." read more

44,000 units sold in over 500 distribution points throughout Italy have raised over 650,000 euros. These are the results of the "Tomato for Research, Good for You, Good for the Environment" project in support of pediatric oncology. read more

Po ogłoszeniu przez prezydenta Trumpa nowych taryf celnych USA, globalna gospodarka, w tym sektor ogrodnictwa, zaczęła odczuwać coraz większą niepewność. W Wielkiej Brytanii jest to kolejny czynnik dodający presji, z jaką sektor ten zmaga się od ostatnich pięciu lat, takich jak wzrost. read more

Anton Rabe has been appointed as the new chairman of the board of directors, succeeding Anton Kruger, who had held this position since April 1, 2023. Rabe will be supported by Derek Donkin, who will assume the role of vice chairman. While Kruger was read more

Due to a lot of sun in the north, there is no significant time difference between southern and northern Germany for the start of the strawberry harvest in the tunnels this year. In the cooler regions of Germany, the strawberry season begins about ten days later. read more

The Viaverda Pilot Center estimates that in 2024, potatoes worth 4.31 million euros will be produced in Belgium. This is the same as the previous year and slightly above the five-year average of 4.27 million tons. The 2024 harvest consisted of 235,000 tons of early varieties and 4.08 million tons... read more

W ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat marka mandarynek Sweet C z RPA zyskała znaczącą popularność, zwłaszcza w Chinach i Azji Południowo-Wschodniej. read more

The horticultural sector in Morocco is a highly significant and dynamic industry. It also holds potential interest for many Dutch companies. Therefore, LAN Rabat has compiled a report on the current status of this sector. The report primarily emphasizes vegetable production, rather than overall production. read more