Costa Rica's pineapple industry is undergoing significant changes as a result of weather challenges, rising production costs, and shifting global consumption patterns. Jalaram Fruit, a Costa Rican company with 15 years of experience in pineapple production and export, is a major supplier. read more

Harmoniz, a global seed company, showcased its comprehensive strategy for advancing fresh produce at Fruit Logistica 2025. The company demonstrated how strategic investments in research and development, as well as collaborative partnerships, are generating significant value throughout the supply chain. Attendees at the Harmoniz booth had the opportunity to explore these innovations. read more

Yesterday morning, a meeting on Xylella was held at Masaf, attended by the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, and the Undersecretary Patrizio La Pietra, with the participation of representatives from the Puglia Region and agricultural associations. read more

The fruit and vegetable department of the new Lidl store opened today in Milan, at Viale Giovanni Da Cermenate 61, follows the format launched over a year ago in Italy, which has also served as a model for fruit and vegetable departments abroad. read more

The first data collected in Italy regarding the Retail channel (that of domestic consumption) highlights how in 2024, the frozen food sector confirmed its solidity, recording a further increase in consumption within households, reaching a total of 652,643. read more

Andalusia leads organic agriculture in Spain. This was stated by the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development of the Andalusian Government, Consolación Vera, at the inauguration of the 'Present and Future of Agriculture' conference.

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Kyrgyzstan has signed a trade agreement with Ecofruit, a major Uzbek exporter of dried fruits, to streamline exports to Europe and the Persian Gulf. Ecofruit is interested in Kyrgyz nuts and dried fruits due to their high quality and ecological purity. The Kyrgyz Ministry of Trade is supporting this partnership. read more

The Peruvian mango season has not met the expectations of European importers. "In general, it has been disappointing. At certain times, the price of a box of mangoes delivered to Spain by truck has reached 5 euros, but overall, prices have mostly remained below 4 euros throughout the season." read more

Terra Nova Nurseries has announced the newest addition to its Echinacea Princess series: Princess 'Honey'. This new variety features a dense, compact growth habit, showcasing enduring honey-colored flowers that beautifully contrast with deep-green foliage that reaches the ground. Echinacea Princess 'Honey' is highly prized for its stunning appearance. read more

In ostatnich tygodniach zaobserwowaliśmy wzrost sprzedaży związany z dwoma równoczesnymi czynnikami - spadkiem cen na krajowym rynku oraz zwiększonym popytem na produkty organiczne pochodzące z północnej Europy. Niemcy potwierdzają się jako najlepszy rynek dla tego rodzaju produkcji, gdyż... read more

Mizoram has successfully exported its first consignment of Anthurium flowers to Singapore. The shipment, which included 1,008 Anthurium cut flowers, left Aizawl on Wednesday, February 26, representing a significant milestone in boosting India's floriculture export capabilities. Packed in 50... read more

The Russian market saw a 2% rise in banana prices during the week of February 18 to 24, according to Rosstat. This represents a faster growth rate compared to the previous 0.6%. Moreover, overall fruit and vegetable prices in Russia increased by 1% during the same time frame. read more

Producers of mangoes in Nashik district, India, are now venturing into European markets after successfully entering the American market last year. Alongside grapes, pomegranates, and onions, mango cultivation has become a significant part of the district's export production, leading more farmers to concentrate on producing export-quality mangoes. The Agricultural and… read more

The supplies of Greek potatoes from the major growing regions of Nevrokopi and Ano Vrontou in Serres have been exhausted for some time now. On the other hand, only minimal quantities remain from the crops of southern Greece. As a result, the Greek market relies heavily on imported potatoes from other countries. read more

Australasian company Te Mata Exports is closely collaborating with several Australian grape growers in the Sunraysia region, as the Australian grape harvest has commenced with promising prospects for the season. "We have encountered highly favorable growing conditions overall," said Sarah. read more

Levarht's bankruptcy in 2022 was unexpected. The company, founded in 1933, had never been in the red. However, investigations by the trustees revealed that the bankruptcy may not have been entirely unexpected. The trustees identified a combination of circumstances and also highlighted stress in a new... read more

Jak już wcześniej podał EastFruit, Maroko z powodzeniem zwiększa eksport borówki amerykańskiej do krajów Azji Południowo-Wschodniej. W sezonie 2023/24 Maroko dostarczyło 610 ton świeżych borówek na rynek Singapuru i Malezji, powtarzając sukces z poprzedniego sezonu. Dodatkowo, Maroko... read more

"Brazilian lychee stands out from other competing countries - such as Madagascar, South Africa, and Mozambique, which apply chemical conservation treatments - thanks to its growing production and a focus on premium quality," said Brazilian lychee producers and marketers Camila and André Boni. read more

The reservoirs have decreased by 30 cubic hectometers in the last week (0.1% of the current total capacity of the reservoirs).

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Carnival either has nothing to do with you, or your diary has long blocked the week. But does it impact fresh produce sales? We asked several wholesalers in the typical Carnival regions. "Carnival does influence sales, but not as significantly as it used to. In the Netherlands, many catering read more