The Emilia-Romagna region's fruit and vegetable sector and strategies for its future were the focus of the meeting promoted in Ferrara by CSO Italy President Paolo Bruni with director Elisa Macchi, featuring regional Agriculture Councillor Alessio Mammi and the general director. read more

A weekend of extreme weather has hit Italy, literally splitting it in two: the North battered by incessant rain and snowfall, while the South is dealing with a summer-like climate and a concerning water emergency. In Veneto, the snow blanketed the mountains, while Tuscany and... read more

The asparagus and broad bean campaigns are in full swing. Strawberry production continues at a brisk pace in Southern Italy, with a noticeable improvement in quality. Quantities of agretti are increasing. The quality of artichokes is very good thanks to the favorable climate in Southern Italy. read more

Peach season has entered the blooming phase, creating a beautiful sight in the plain of Naoussa, the most significant peach-growing region in Greece. The market trend for peaches has shifted positively. After years of declining cultivation and widespread uprooting, peach trees are now among the most. read more

W Turcji rosnące koszty uprawy oraz zmienność klimatyczna skłaniają producentów owoców i warzyw do przesiadki na "bezpieczniejsze" alternatywy uprawne. Według Eurofruit, tureccy rolnicy coraz częściej stawiają na pszenicę i kukurydzę zamiast tradycyjnych upraw, takich jak arbuz, pomidory, i...

In Turkey, escalating cultivation expenses and climate volatility are prompting a shift among fruit and vegetable growers toward "safer" crop alternatives. According to Eurofruit, Turkish farmers are increasingly prioritizing wheat and corn over traditional crops like watermelons, tomatoes, and... read more

With regulations changing constantly, sometimes even minute by minute, uncertainty is a major factor in the North American Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) market. However, despite this, the CEA industry presents numerous opportunities when considering the bigger picture. This was the main takeaway from the keynote panel discussion at Indoor Ag-Con. read more

Heavy rainfall from the remnants of Tropical Cyclone Alfred is expected to impact the supply of produce in Queensland and New South Wales. The movement of climate-affected produce, including the 'ugly' food trend, is becoming more popular as extreme weather events become more common worldwide. Weather conditions like heavy read more

Główny nowozelandzki producent wiśni, Cherri Global, został umieszczony w likwidacji po niepowodzeniu w pozyskaniu kapitału. Według źródeł branżowych, ta decyzja nie jest zaskoczeniem po znaczącej zmianie właścicielskiej, kiedy nie udało im się spłacić pożyczek. Ta informacja została podana pięć miesięcy po sprzedaży ich...

The major New Zealand cherry grower, Cherri Global, has been placed into liquidation after failing to raise capital. According to industry sources, this does not come as a surprise after a major change in ownership when they failed to pay back loans. This news comes five months after the sale of its read more

As a show of support, Anecoop, Spain's largest fruit and vegetable marketing cooperative, has announced the results of the 2023-2024 season at the headquarters of the citrus fruit cooperative COPAL, in the Valencian municipality of Algemesí, one of the areas most heavily impacted by the severe storms. read more

Egypt, the world's leading date producer with an annual output of 1.87 million tons, exports only two percent of its production. This figure highlights the potential for expansion. According to the Agricultural Export Council (AEC), date exports contribute $90 million annually, representing just one percent of the total production. read more

Minister of Agriculture Market Shivananada Patil informed the Legislative Council that an international standard commercial flower market will be constructed in Bengaluru to promote the sale and export of flowers, with approximately 40,000 hectares of flower cultivation in the state. read more

Thabile Nkunjana, senior agricultural economist with the National Agricultural Marketing Council's (NAMC) trade research unit, reports that 2025 marks a promising start for South Africa's agricultural sector. The country has secured new markets for grapes in the Philippines and apples in. read more

Minister of Agriculture Market, Shivananada Patil, informed the Legislative Council that an international standard commercial flower market will be built in Bengaluru to boost the sales and export of flowers, with around 40,000 hectares of flower cultivation in the state. read more

In 2024, Spain imported 4.3 million tons of fresh fruits and vegetables, which is 6% more than the previous year. Of these imports, 51% (2.2 million tons) came from non-EU countries and 49% (2.1 million tons) from the EU. The total value of these purchases was 5,001 million euros, with 66% originating from non-EU countries. read more

Cramer Jungpflanzen, a German family-owned young plant grower, has announced insolvency. The reason cited is the challenging circumstances the company is facing. Cramer Jungpflanzen is well-known for producing pelargoniums, poinsettias, calibrachoa, New Guinea impatiens, and other bedding and balcony plants, offering rooted young plants. read more

The international demand for green papaya from Dhenkanal is on the rise. Most recently, one ton of green papaya, grown by 14 female farmers from the Saptasajya Agro Producer Company in the Sadar block of Dhenkanal district, was exported to London. Additionally, green papaya from the Ghatipiri region has also gained attention. read more

Over the last 25 years, the kiwifruit industry in South Africa has adjusted to its warm climate by emphasizing yellow and red-fleshed varieties. This strategic change tackles issues associated with traditional green kiwifruit cultivation, positioning the country as a rising star in global markets. read more

Castanea Expo 2025, the first national exhibition dedicated to the world of the chestnut tree and its fruits, is the new project of the Firenze Fiera exhibition center, to be held from December 12 to 14 at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, Italy. A new event dedicated to the chestnut, from its... read more

Cramer Jungpflanzen, a German family-owned young plant grower, has declared bankruptcy. The reason cited is the difficult circumstances the company is facing. The company is well-known for its production of pelargoniums, poinsettias, calibrachoa, New Guinea impatiens, and other bedding and balcony plants, offering rooted young plants. read more

Brazil, known as the world's largest orange producer and a leader in concentrated orange juice exports, has experienced a change in its import patterns. While previously dependent on Spain for orange imports, Brazil has now started to rely more on Egypt, which has become the top exporter to the Brazilian market. read more