At the end of last week, Ukrainian farmers started harvesting open-field blueberries, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. This year, the season began about 10 days later than in 2024 due to unusual weather conditions at the end of spring. Nonetheless, the current farmgate read more

Holland: Albert Heijn and franchisees bury the hatchet after a decade

After over a decade of legal disputes, Albert Heijn and the Dutch Albert Heijn Franchise Association (VAHFR) have finally come to an agreement. The aim is to systematically enhance the relationships between the corporate headquarters and the franchisees. read more

Vegetable processor Hessing Supervers started using its new production facility in the Netherlands in the spring of 2023. This transition was accompanied by a significant operation: moving 15 processing lines from its current sites to the new factory. "It was not an easy task," says Jeroen Spruit, NPR. read more

The cost of Iranian fruit in Russia has increased by 25%, driven by political tensions and logistical disruptions in the Middle East, according to SHOT. Importers report significant delays and rising expenses tied to reduced driver availability, unstable communication lines, and the need to. read more

China Meetup 2025, the event focused on mainland China associated with Asia Fruit Logistica, is scheduled to take place in Guangzhou from 8-9 September 2025. Organizers have confirmed increased international participation this year, with companies and delegates from various regions such as Asia, Europe, Latin America, attending the event. read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing three exciting online auctions focused on potato and onion processing equipment. At the auction in Stavenhagen (Germany), you will find a potato steam peeling line consisting of various machines from brands such as Eima and Gouda. In Belgium, a production and read more

The Russian Federal Service for Veterinary and Phytosanitary Surveillance has stopped the import of a 1.6-ton shipment of fresh peaches from Uzbekistan. This action was taken following the detection of the oriental fruit moth, Grapholita molesta, a quarantine pest, during a phytosanitary inspection. read more

New products are constantly being introduced by the melon and watermelon sector of Campo de Cartagena, in Murcia, Spain. Seed companies are working hard to create fruits that are more resistant to diseases and pests, while still being delicious and, of course, as profitable as possible. These products are aimed at the Spanish market. read more

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After a tropical night in the Netherlands, work in the greenhouses started early again yesterday. In some greenhouses, work even continued overnight to avoid the worst of the daytime heat. Yesterday was extremely warm again, with a sea breeze and the possibility of heavy thunderstorms. read more

Moldova's Parliament has approved in the first reading a reform that allows certified fresh fruit and vegetable operators to bypass routine quality inspections. The proposed changes to the law on quality control of fresh produce introduce a certification system for economic agents who meet certain criteria. read more

Z około 3 400 tonami produkowanymi rocznie we Francji, sektor malinowy we Francji pozostaje skromny w porównaniu z importem, który wciąż pokrywa 85% konsumpcji. Ponad 8 na 10 malin nadal pochodzi z zagranicy (Maroko zimą, Hiszpania wiosną oraz Portugalia wiosną i latem). read more

The premium imported fruit market in India is experiencing consistent growth, driven by the demand in urban areas for healthier and high-quality produce as well as global culinary trends. Urban millennials, Generation Z, families in metropolitan areas, and Tier-2 cities are influencing the demand, while the Indian hospitality industry is also contributing to the growing interest. read more

A fruit wholesaler based in Dordogne was given a one-year suspended prison sentence and a €50,000 fine for mislabeling imported fruits. The products, which came from Morocco, Portugal, and the Netherlands, were falsely labeled as French. This included... read more

The pepper season is fully underway in the Spanish Region of Murcia, with some excess production due to imbalances in the plantations caused by abundant rainfall at the end of winter and the beginning of spring. There is also strong pressure on prices due to an oversupply of Dutch products. read more

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Davide Vernocchi is on fire - like the temperatures enveloping Italy - as he explodes the day after the Ministry of Health denied the derogation use of abamectin (Vasco product) to combat the Pear Psylla, one of the most harmful insects. read more

The 2025 citrus export peak season in South Africa is expected to involve shipping approximately 171.1 million 15kg cartons of citrus. This sector is recognized as the country's largest agricultural export, highlighting the significance of efficient logistics, especially through improvements in ports and railways. read more

The now ongoing New Zealand kiwifruit season is in full swing for Zespri, and the company is approaching it with great enthusiasm. "The season in New Zealand has started off exceptionally well for Zespri. The outstanding quality of the initial Zespri kiwifruit and the increasing demand in Europe certainly..." read more

On 30 May 2025, Kenya joined the global community in celebrating the International Day of the Potato (IDP) with the theme "Shaping History, Feeding the Future." The event took place at KALRO, Marindas in Molo, Nakuru County, a region well-known for potato farming. This year's celebration marked a significant step forward in… read more