The New Zealand exporter T&G Global has confirmed that it is up for sale and has appointed Craigs Investment Partners to assist with this process. After months of speculation, the company also announced that it has received a number of expressions of interest for... read more

As the company announces, a corresponding agreement has been signed with a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA) which is divesting its shares. Triton, a European investor specializing in medium-sized companies, has been a shareholder in IFCO since 2019. read more

Ostatnia ekspedycja filmowa i fotograficzna Beanstalk Global do Portugalii była ogromnym sukcesem, podróż podjęta z jednym wyraźnym celem: uchwycenie i promowanie najlepszych gospodarstw rolnych i świeżych produktów w całym kraju. read more

As there is no domestic cultivation, Taiwan relies entirely on imports. The main supplying countries are the United States, Chile, and New Zealand. In recent years, the Chilean cherry season coincided with the Chinese New Year in Taiwan - read more

With Brazil's mango and grape harvests set to begin in just days, the imposition of a 50% import tariff by the US in early August raises the possibility of the fruit being redirected to other countries in Europe or Asia. This could potentially have a significant impact on market prices. read more

As June came to an end, Europe's unrelenting heatwave persisted. A heat dome settled over the continent, bringing scorching temperatures exceeding 40°C to many parts of France, leading to the closure of hundreds of schools and even the Eiffel Tower. Meanwhile, a touring 'Heat read more

Fraser-Jones will be responsible for sales activities in North America and will also oversee international procurement and product management in the areas of stone fruit and citrus fruits, the company announced. He will report directly to Danny Dumas, Senior Vice President of Sales. read more

At the end of June, Europe's persistent heatwave persisted without relief. A heat dome hovered over the continent, causing temperatures to soar above 40C in many parts of France and leading to the closure of hundreds of schools and even the Eiffel Tower. Meanwhile, a touring 'Heat... read more

Tina Andres, Chairwoman of the Organic Industry Association, said: "In times of tight budgets, it is important to distribute public funds effectively. The Federal Organic Food Industry Association advocates for its model of a streamlined CAP funding. EU Commissioner Christophe Hansen would do well..." read more

At the United Selections showhouse in Nakuru, Kenya, three standout rose varieties are catching the attention of visiting growers and buyers. Elvis Musyoka, Sales Manager at United Selections, walks us through Hot Wave, Rise & Shine, and Nova Vita, three promising varieties that are gaining traction. read more

South Africa sells approximately one-fifth of its macadamias to the United States. The industry organization Macadamias South Africa (SAMAC) has calculated that, according to reports in the South African media, imposing a 30% tariff on macadamias could result in annual losses of R460 million (25.7 million euros). read more

"Canada has the opportunity to increase investment in the Western Cape," was the main message from a significant meeting in Cape Town between François-Philippe Champagne, Canada's Minister of Finance, and Dr. Ivan Meyer, Western Cape Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development, and Tourism. read more

The harvest of red, oblong tomatoes began on 12 July 2025 in the inland areas of the province of Foggia in southern Italy's Apulia region. It was a complex start, though not unexpected. Massimo Cardente, the sales manager of Carden & Leon Corporation, assesses the current campaign for quality. read more

"What's most important is that we listen carefully to customers," begins Miguel Demaeght, Fruit Sales Manager at the BelOrta cooperative in Belgium. "Based on that, we must find products that are interesting and profitable for clients as well as growers. That can sometimes be a challenging task." read more

Vietnam's ambitions to reach an export target of US$8 billion in fruits and vegetables may fall short amid a rebound in early 2025. Challenges such as seasonal surpluses, inadequate processing infrastructure, and inconsistent adherence to international quality standards hinder sustained growth. read more

Inside a greenhouse in the village of Jarkynbaevo, Kyrgyzstan, rows of flowerpots stretch across the floor. Each one, carefully planted and nurtured by young farmer Jologon Kozhoshev, tells a story of return, resilience, and ambition. After years spent working abroad, Jologon came home to his village to pursue his passion for farming. read more

Avisomo and Coop Norway have officially started production at their new joint venture facility, which they are calling "Norway's first fully automated vertical farm." The project is designed to enhance food security and support climate-resilient crop production in a country where leafy greens are primarily imported. read more

Bulgaria has a long-standing tradition of urban greenery. The capital, Sofia, is renowned for its numerous parks, tree-lined boulevards, and close proximity to the Vitosha Mountains. Plovdiv, which is Europe's oldest city and Bulgaria's second-largest, is also recognized for its green spaces, including parks and gardens. read more

If you are in charge of overseeing produce procurement, the question is no longer whether to import fresh fruit from Egypt, but how to do it efficiently, according to the European Business Review. Thanks to year-round sunshine, fertile Nile soils, and strategic shipping lanes, Egypt has become a major player in the industry. read more

Last week, there was a predominance of price increases for sunflower on the domestic market in Ukraine due to a similar trend in the export direction of sunflower oil, as reported by agronews.ua. Purchase prices for oil varied within the range of 25,500-26,300 UAH/ton EXW-plant. Some processors read more