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Australian marketer Grape Co Australia is making a significant leap into the premium gold kiwifruit market by obtaining exclusive rights in Australia for a new variety. This strategic move aims to develop a local industry that can rival imported fruit from New Zealand, according to Grape Co Australia director Adrian Caia. read more

Fruit grower Volodymyr Popruga reported crop losses due to winter cold and spring frosts in the Chernihiv region of Ukraine. According to Popruga, apricot and peach crops were completely lost, while cherry plum production was also affected. The low temperatures also damaged all young fruits. read more

The Netherlands-based flower trading company Hoven & de Mooij celebrated its 50th anniversary on 10 May 2026. The family business has been operating from the central building of Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer since it was founded, making the milestone particularly significant. Theo de Mooij, read more

In Italy, the population is decreasing and aging, but what is changing most significantly are families and consumption habits. This is the snapshot taken from the analysis presented by Matteo Bonù, Food Industry Leader at NielsenIQ, and Letizia Mencarini, Professor at Bocconi University, at Linkontro. read more

Sri Ramanjunaiah, a progressive farmer from Yettinahalli village in Pavagada Taluk of Tumakuru district, Karnataka, has emerged as a role model in commercial floriculture through the successful cultivation of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa), popularly known as rajnigandha. read more

On June 11th, the World Cup will begin in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms, we are hosting a World Cup Football Pool. Who is the greatest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? read more

The sector of pears in the province of Lleida, Spain, is predicting a reduced harvest due to poor fruit setting, a situation that is also impacting other regions in Catalonia, Spain, and in producing countries such as Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. According to Josep Cabré, head of fruit at Unión de read more

The prices offered to cherry growers in Greece have been decreasing in recent days due to the rise in product supply. "Cherries are eagerly awaited by the market, so the initial fruits from our region, which were harvested starting on April 25th, were purchased from local growers at 8 to 9 read more

European retail procurement in the peach and nectarine category is increasingly focused on supply stability, traceability, shelf life, cold chain management, packaging, and compliance with retailer specifications, according to David Saakyan, founder of BellyBella Fruit Company. "EU retailers" read more

Domestic supplies remained the mainstay of the market. Imported goods were scarce, with Polish products still being somewhat prominent in Berlin and Frankfurt. Deliveries from the Netherlands, Spain, and Italy were now rare, and Greek products had temporarily vanished. read more

Farmers in Nabinagar upazila in Bangladesh are increasing the cultivation of the Okinawa sweet potato variety as demand and yields continue to rise. The Japanese variety was first introduced on an experimental basis around three years ago. During the current season, cultivation expanded to nearly 30 acres. read more

The appearance of yellow vein chlorosis in citrus plantations in Alicante has raised significant concerns among farmers, as there is currently no treatment available for the virus. The only way to prevent its spread is by removing infected trees. Eradication efforts began in Camp d'Elx, where 600 lemon trees were removed. read more

For the eighth time, the horticultural trade show HortEx is about to kick off. But for the first time, this event will take place in Bangkok, Thailand. Scheduled from 20 to 22 May 2026 at BITEC, Bangkok, and co-located with Agritechnica ASIA, HortEx 2026 is set to offer opportunities for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking. read more

Just like many other products in California this year, stone fruit is also experiencing an early start to the season. "On average, apricots, peaches, and nectarines are about 10 days to two weeks earlier than usual, while plums and plumcots are about two to three weeks ahead," says Chad Allred from Kingsburg. read more

The fruit and vegetable market is increasingly entering the peak of the spring-summer season, with the start of new production campaigns and the first Italian harvests of numerous products. Apricots are seeing an increase in supply thanks to the beginning of the national harvest of early varieties. read more

Chiński rynek cebuli znajduje się obecnie w szczycie sezonu eksportowego, obserwuje się wyraźny trend zróżnicowania odmian. Według Pana Wanga z firmy Jining Shangzhuo Food Co., Ltd., ogólna podaż cebuli żółtej w Chinach jest w tym roku wystarczająca, a ceny pozostają stabilne. read more

The Elveden Estate in the United Kingdom is currently testing drip irrigation and soil monitoring systems to improve the efficient management of irrigation water in response to the increasingly dry growing conditions. Situated near Thetford on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, this 9,105-hectare estate is implementing these technologies to enhance its irrigation practices. read more

Strawberry flowering period is one of the most crucial moments in the entire production season. It is now that not only the size of the yield is determined, but above all, the quality and healthiness of the fruits. With the current weather anomalies and frequent rainfall

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As of July 1, 2026, Boix Europe will take a significant step forward with a major organizational change in the Netherlands and Germany. The current facility in Eerbeek will be completely closed. This decision represents a strategic repositioning that will allow Boix Europe to better serve its customers. read more

European diplomats visited the Bay of Plenty in New Zealand this week to assess the trade growth resulting from the European Union-New Zealand free trade agreement. The horticulture sector was singled out as one of the industries benefitting from expanded market opportunities. Lawrence Meredith headed the delegation, which consisted of read more