An article in The Grocer indicates that Iceland Foods is now exclusively selling all of its fresh fruits and vegetables under its own brand. This means that they will no longer carry any produce labeled as Keelings or Love to Grow. read more

European tomato production is facing ongoing challenges, such as weather extremes in Spain. As a possible alternative source, Uzbekistan is emerging, according to Yorkin Inamov, founder of the exporting company Exim Agro. He states that the climate in the Central Asian country provides optimal conditions for tomato cultivation. read more

The increasingly intensive collaboration with Dutch companies underscores the commitment to improving cultivation methods and expanding market access, as stated in a report by the agricultural information service 'Agroberichten Buitenland'. While Côte d'Ivoire is... read more

The New Zealand biosecurity organization Kiwifruit Vine Health (KVH) has reported a second fruit fly alert for 2025 in Auckland. This time, the alert is in the suburb of Birkdale, after a single male oriental fruit fly was found in a backyard surveillance trap. read more

Agrovision has successfully harvested its first commercial crop of blueberries grown in China, less than a year after entering into an agreement with the Longhua Residents Committee to establish large-scale berry farming operations in Yunnan province. read more

Tosca has announced that Megamark, a leading retailer in southern Italy, is now using its reusable crates for the transportation, distribution, and display of fresh products at the point of sale. read more

The Vanguard Group International has announced that it is incorporating citrus fruits into its North American sales and distribution division, Vanguard Direct, in response to customer demand. read more

In the first twelve months, thousands of people were reached by the project which aims to highlight the taste, quality, and nutritional benefits of strawberries, kiwis, clementines, mandarins, nectarines, cherries, and grapes. Enjoy Dolce Frutta is targeted towards... read more

Australia's horticulture sector has experienced a 4.3 percent growth in total production value to A$17 billion, as per the new comprehensive industry data released by Hort Innovation. read more

The spinach sector in Italy is at a turning point mainly due to the increasing pressure of diseases and changing weather conditions. Thanks to the genetic selection programs of the Rijk Zwaan research, the company is able to offer a wide range. read more

Megamark, a distribution group in Southern Italy, has partnered with Tosca. With over 600 points of sale across Puglia, Campania, Molise, Basilicata, and Calabria, Megamark ranks as the eighth-largest retailer in Italy, with a turnover of more than EUR 3 billion. To support its operations, read more

Apple prices w Polsce, we Włoszech, we Francji i w Niemczech wykazywały znaczące wahania w ostatnich miesiącach, odzwierciedlając regionalne warunki podaży i popytu. W Polsce ceny jabłek na stacjach pakowania w listopadzie 2024 roku wynosiły 69 €/100 kg, spadając nieznacznie do 65 €/100 kg w read more

"Fruit Logistica falls right in the middle of our grape season, but when I was there this year, I once again realized the value of sitting across from your peers and the wealth of information that can be shared. Especially with the grape season ending earlier, it was good to have those opportunities." read more

A trend in Chinese hospitals involves doctors using food superstitions to ensure peaceful shifts. Apples, symbolizing peace, are placed on duty rosters and phones to prevent emergencies. Meanwhile, dragon fruit, mango, and Want Want Milk are avoided as they imply busyness, fire, and chaos. Some even read more

The PGI CSC Lazio confirms itself as the main horticultural production entity in the Piana di Fondi, with a production close to 40 thousand tons per year, making it one of the main players in the horticultural sector at a national level. read more

On February 21-22, at the jubilee meeting of the Polish Blueberry Growers Association organized on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of our organization, we will discuss the opportunities and threats for highbush blueberry cultivation in Poland. The starting point for our considerations... read more

Valentine's Day promotions dazzled shoppers with vibrant displays of sweet and savory treats and stunning arrays of floral arrangements. Valentine's classics such as raspberries, cherries, strawberries, asparagus, and grapes were plentiful. Several flyers featured dedicated sections for romantic meals. read more

Also this year, Dole Italy will be alongside the athletes of the Napoli City Half Marathon, the event that will take place on February 23, 2025, which is not just a road race, but a true sporting and scenic spectacle. With the prestigious Label certificate and 5-star Quality Race. read more

Rosy, The growing demand for potatoes and onions in Côte d'Ivoire presents opportunities for agricultural development. The interest in partnering with Dutch companies emphasizes a focus on enhancing farming practices and market expansion. In recent years, Côte d'Ivoire has increased its imports of potatoes and onions to meet the rising demand. read more

DP World is a global provider of end-to-end supply chain services that offers solutions for various sectors, including the perishables industry, in which the company sees significant growth opportunities. "We have made substantial investments in end-to-end solutions for the perishable industry," said Kai Olschner. read more