"Peace of mind, clarity, and fewer mistakes. It brings all of that," begins Nannette Lammerts of Berries Direct in the Netherlands, referring enthusiastically to the Freshino ERP system. These days, anyone selling fresh produce must do more than just buy and sell: they need insight, efficiency. read more

During the night from Friday to Saturday, a major fire broke out at the Horafrost frozen vegetable company in Staden, Belgium, as reported by KW's Bert Feys. Due to the thick smoke, all residents of Westrozebeke were evacuated, including those in the nearby residential care center. The fire brigade... read more

Importing mandarins has been a challenge this year for Al Hassan Group, a fresh produce importer located in New Delhi, India. Zain-ul Abdin, the Managing Director, explains that the Indian market has been flooded with high volumes of mandarins from South Africa. "We are currently facing an oversupply of South African mandarins in our market." read more

Uzbekistan's export policy has shifted towards various markets, marking a new phase in its economic outlook. According to the Center for Economic Research and Reforms (CERR), between 2019 and 2024, the country exported fruits and vegetables to 73 countries. This represents an increase of five countries from the 2019 figure. read more

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Last week, Metazet Poland celebrated its 30th anniversary. It was a special moment for a branch that has been a significant player in the Polish and international horticultural sector since 1995. The journey began with Piotr Budny, who, after gaining experience at Metazet Netherlands, returned to Poland and started the endeavor. read more

Wafex USA has announced two significant leadership updates. Effective July 7, 2025, industry veteran Steve Dionne has rejoined Wafex USA as Managing Partner, while Ben Dobbe joins the team as Business Development Director. Dionne, a two-time winner of SAF's Floral Marketer of the Year award. read more

SPAR Denmark continues to expand its store network. The company recently opened a new SPAR Supermarket on Rømø, an island in the south of the country. This 700m² supermarket offers freshly baked bread, fresh Danish fruits and vegetables, and classic summer favorites, catering to both residents and tourists. read more

The Dutch garden plant company Yarinde has launched a new online tool that enables gardening enthusiasts in the Netherlands and Belgium to receive a personalized planting plan for free and in just minutes. By inputting their specific preferences and garden conditions, users can generate a customized plan. read more

Fruit markets in Chennai, India, are currently experiencing a well-stocked influx of both imported and domestically grown fruits, signaling the commencement of the new season. Supermarkets and wholesale vendors at Koyambedu are offering a selection of imported varieties, including pears from. read more

Farmers from ten associations in Vojvodina and central Serbia are requesting a one-time aid of 300 euros per hectare for spring crops and fruit plantations registered in the e-agrarian system. If denied, they plan to protest in August. During a meeting in Stajicevo, Banat, the Vice President of read more

Niezwykle obfite opady deszczu w czerwcu wpłynęły na plony zieleni w niektórych regionach uprawy fasoli w Meksyku. „Nasza fasola jest uprawiana w dwóch kluczowych regionach uprawowych, w Guanajuato w środkowym Meksyku oraz w Baja California na północnym zachodzie” - mówi Francisco Sanchez, dyrektor generalny ASL Produce. Ta dwuregionalna read more

One third of the world's food is wasted, which is a problem that impacts both farmers and the environment. In the 2023/2024 season, Spain discarded around 400,000 tons of lemons, including those that did not meet the visual standards for fresh market sale. A citrus fruit cooperative in... read more

The polski sezon na jagody już miał trudny start w tym roku z powodu warunków pogodowych, a na domiar złego kilka regionów uprawowych doświadczyło intensywnych opadów deszczu w zeszły weekend. "Tuż przed rozpoczęciem intensywnego zbioru odmiany Duke spadło dużo deszczu. Skutkiem tego było 10–15% strat w jagodach odmiany Duke. read more

Imports at the busiest U.S. seaport, Los Angeles, bounced back in June as retailers increased their shipments in preparation for the holiday season, despite concerns over tariffs. The port handled 470,450 20-foot equivalent units (TEUs) of incoming cargo following a temporary agreement on tariffs between the U.S. and China. This marked a nearly 10% increase compared to the previous period. read more

Yunnan province in southwest China, known for its diverse landscapes, is becoming a frontrunner in specialty agriculture. This shift has brought economic growth to rural areas, with Zhaotong emerging as a key player in apple production thanks to its ideal growing conditions. read more

DP World has signed a 30-year concession agreement with Syria's General Authority for Land and Sea Ports to develop and operate the Port of Tartus. The agreement marks a significant step in Syria's post-conflict economic reintegration and aims to position Tartus as a strategic regional trade hub. read more

The Leeds-based marketing agency connective3 has been selected by a European flower, plant, and gift delivery company to help facilitate its expansion in Germany. read more

Futures for orange juice in New York hit their highest point in four months after President Trump announced a possible 50% tariff on Brazilian goods. The active contract rose by as much as 8.7% to $3.1385 per pound, reaching its highest intraday level since early March. read more

The signals coming from today's Agricultural Council regarding plant protection products are encouraging. Minister Lollobrigida did well to support a clear position on reducing the use of active substances. We now hope that European countries will be able to. read more