The international presentation stages of Macfrut 2026 continue. In November, the fruit and vegetable fair (scheduled from April 21 to 23, 2026 at the Rimini Expo Centre) will be introduced in Central and South American countries. Patrizio Neri highlights the support of Ice. read more

In less than a decade, China has transformed from an emerging player to the world's primary center for blueberry production. This growth was fueled by significant investment, genetic research, increasing domestic demand, and a vertically integrated production model that links genetics, cultivation, read more

The ornamental sector in Almeria continues to lead in the cultivation of the Christmas season plant, the poinsettia Euphorbia pulcherrima. According to the latest data from Plantaespana, out of the nearly 10 million poinsettias produced in Spain, a significant number of units are grown in the province of Almeria. read more

On Friday, November 7th, an institutional visit of the Minister of MASAF Hon. Francesco Lollobrigida took place at the Agroalimentare Center in Verona. The main purpose of the visit was to assess the progress of the project funded primarily by the PNRR funds. read more

SecondBloom, in partnership with M. Davis Group, will oversee the full liquidation of Bowery Farming's $70 million vertical farming facility in Locust Grove, Georgia. The 200,000 square foot operation is one of the biggest vertical farming liquidations in the history of the industry, showcasing. read more

Early in the morning, in the heart of the countryside near Ravenna, among the orderly rows of a Pink Lady® apple orchard, Faenza transformed into a grand celebration that involved approximately 150 families from all over Italy who came to experience a rare event: picking apples in the field. read more

The Institute of Flowers (IOF) celebrated its first anniversary with a sold-out event at Killeen Castle, bringing together florists, suppliers, educators, and industry leaders from all over Ireland for a training session. Established in 2024, the IOF has rapidly become a prominent professional organization in the field. read more

The strawberry planting work in the greenhouses of the Ilia and Achaia regions has been completed this year with minimal problems, leaving producers relieved. In previous years, they were often forced to carry out extensive replanting around this time. read more

During the International Plant Fair (IPM) 2026 in Essen, Germany, the Show Your Colours Award will be presented once again. This award is aimed at IPM exhibitors with woody plants and perennials. Exhibitors can submit plants and/or concepts for consideration. The organizer, Messe Essen, read more

New Zealand kiwifruit marketer Zespri is continuing its global outreach efforts after participating in Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong. At the event, the company met with distributors and trade partners to assess market developments and future prospects. CEO Jason Te Brake stated that the event attracted over 1,500 visitors. read more

The global pineapple market is experiencing high demand and limited supply. In Panama, production is ongoing, but economic and climate-related challenges have led to a reduction in the number of active producers. Alessandro Pataro, CEO of Ananas Panama SA, has stated that the country is working towards solidifying its position in a lucrative niche by... read more

Belgium: OKay Supermarkets Welcome Bon'Ap Shop-In-Shops

Belgian grocery retailer Colruyt has announced that four former Comarkt stores in East and West Flanders will reopen as OKay supermarkets, each featuring a new Bon'Ap department. This 'shop-in-shop' concept launched in Machelen (Zulte) on 5 read more

The Tree Crops Development Authority (TCDA) has stated that Ghana's cashew industry could potentially generate over US$660 million in annual revenue with enhanced regulation, processing infrastructure, and export support. Dr. Andy Osei Okrah, the Chief Executive Officer of TCDA, made this presentation. read more

The bad weather that affected Sicily between Friday and Saturday brought heavy rain and locally intense thunderstorms in the Ragusa area, particularly in the area of Vittoria, where flooding and traffic disruptions were reported. The precipitation, which fell in a few hours, caused read more

SecondBloom, in partnership with M. Davis Group, will oversee the full liquidation of Bowery Farming's $70 million vertical farming facility in Locust Grove, Georgia. The 200,000 square foot operation is one of the largest vertical farming liquidations in the industry's history, showcasing... read more

The first edition of Myplant & Garden Middle East 2025, scheduled to take place from November 15 to 17 at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City Dubai, aims to establish itself as the premier regional hub for the green and landscaping industries. Positioned at the center of a market focused on green redevelopment and urban landscaping, read more

Representatives of major onion growers from across Europe and beyond gathered yesterday at the seed company Bejo in Warmenhuizen for the annual European onion congress, Euronion. In addition to European countries, this edition also welcomed representatives from the United States and South America. read more

Jako że zbliża się termin 2030 r. UE na wycofanie jednorazowej plastikowej opakowalni, szwedzka firma technologiczna zajmująca się żywnością, Saveggy, testuje jadalną, roślinną alternatywę dla konwencjonalnej folii plastikowej do świeżych produktów spożywczych. Innowacja, wykonana z oleju rzepakowego i bezglutenowego oleju owsianego, ma na celu przedłużenie świeżości ogórka. read more

Dutch exports of tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, and aubergines have seen an increase in sales in Germany and the UK this year. This information is based on export figures (volume) from January to September 2025, as reported by GroentenFruit Huis. Two-thirds of the total Dutch exports have contributed to this growth. read more

Heavy rainfall in some parts of Karnataka this year could lead to a delay in mango flowering, causing uncertainty for growers in important producing regions. Mango flowering usually takes place between November and December in districts like Ramanagara, Channapatna, Dharwad, and others in the north, while in the Kolar district,... read more