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The Federal Service Rosselkhoznadzor of Russia has announced the potential implementation of restrictions on the import of flowers from Armenia beginning on June 16, 2025. Rosselkhoznadzor stated that the import of cut flowers from Armenia had reached 52 million stems in the first half of 2025, which is approximately 50% higher. read more

In Spain, the share of supermarket sales in the basket of fresh products continues to grow: in 2024, each citizen spent an average of 2,098 euros on this type of products, and 1,200 euros - 58% - end up in the supermarkets' cash registers. This was revealed by the seventh read more

Seeka Limited has introduced a new red-skinned nashi variety, Ruby Roo™, at the IFPA Member Event during the Hort Connections 2025 Conference in Brisbane, Australia. The variety, developed and grown in Bunbartha, Victoria, by Seeka Australia, is described as having a distinct red skin, white flesh, and a sweet flavor. read more

It is the first event in France since Toulouse in 2012. Registration is now open, and stakeholders and journalists can register via the Prognosfruit website. read more

The event took place at the Pignatelli Building in Aragón and was organized by Fruit Logistica, the leading international fresh produce trade fair, in collaboration with the Government of Aragón in Spain. The conference gathered agrifood professionals and buyers from Northern Europe to discuss. read more

The company acquires 60% of the shares in Eurobridge Intermodal Terminal LLC in Batiovo, western Ukraine. With this move, HHLA underlines the strategic importance of Ukraine as a hub for continental container traffic and strengthens its position in the European market. read more

As part of its A$760 million research and development portfolio, Hort Innovation has invested over A$220 million in projects aimed at increasing productivity. These projects include automation, artificial intelligence, on-farm management, data collection, and business analysis, all designed to aid Australian growers. read more

Mexico has exported its first shipment of pitahayas to the US using an innovative new phytosanitary treatment. read more

Spain has the potential to increase its production and exports of tropical fruits to the European market as the demand for these products continues to rise. This was the main message at a recent event organized by the Cajamar Group and the Association of Avocado Producers (Asoproa) in Paiporta, Valencia. read more

Tozer and KWS Vegetables Netherlands have renewed their exclusive distribution agreement for the UK (England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland), continuing the successful partnership that was initially established with Pop Vriend Seeds, acquired by KWS in 2019. read more

This additional capacity is necessary to support the company's growth and continue to meet the increasing global demand for high-quality vegetable seeds. The one-hectare greenhouse has been specifically designed for the cultivation of cucumbers, an important. read more

The Magdalena and La Guajira Banana Growers Association (Asbama) has warned that roadblocks in the municipality of Zona Bananera, one of Colombia’s biggest banana producing regions, have paralyzed exports, generating substantial losses and jeopardizing thousands of jobs in the area. read more

SanLucar has announced two new tennis collaborations in Germany. The brand is partnering with the Berlin Tennis Open from June 14th to 22nd and the SanLucar Ladies Open in the city of Aschaffenburg from July 7th to 13th. read more

Mexico has exported its first shipment of pitahaya to the US using an innovative new phytosanitary treatment. read more

Asiafruit Magazine will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025. To commemorate this milestone, the premier fresh produce business publication and news service in Asia is conducting a survey of the industry to analyze the changes that have occurred in the market over the last three decades, and to predict how it will evolve in the coming years. read more

Asiafruit Magazine will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2025. To commemorate this important milestone, the premier fresh produce business publication in Asia is conducting a survey of the industry to understand how the market has evolved over the past three decades and how it is expected to develop in the future. read more

Fresh Markets Australia (FMA) has announced the launch of FreshData, a new industry-developed, market price reporting digital platform at Hort Connections 2025. read more

"María Elena Villablanca, Verfrut's Europe Manager, said, 'This year has been very good for us.' The campaign was characterized by a shortage of containers and high tariffs, but also by the quality and market expansion of our main fruits: kiwi, cherry, and grapes." read more

The 23rd China Kunming International Flower Expo (KIFE) and Kunming International Flowers & Plants Expo (IFEX) will be held from September 19 to 21, 2025, at the Kunming Dianchi International Convention and Exhibition Center. The event will gather over 500 exhibitors from various countries… read more