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Na początku 2026 roku Sun World International uruchomił swój globalny program mango. W kwietniu firma zaprezentowała kluczowy punkt odróżniający swoje portfolio w tej kategorii: wydłużoną sezonowość zapewnianą przez swoją niezwykle późno dojrzewającą odmianę mango Blyde Late. Provenance - out of South Africa, Blyde Late read more

Zemrani Group, stated that the suspension of Moroccan exports of certain fresh produce items to African markets, implemented on April 13, is still in place. Exporters are pushing for a resolution, while consumer advocates support a move that has restored equilibrium to the domestic market. read more

Rejection rates of 6-12% in Australia's leafy greens sector highlight a larger issue beyond just product quality - the lack of a shared, objective standard. Dr. Sivam Krish, CEO and Founder of GoMicro, points out that with losses reaching up to $47,000 per rejected shipment, growers are facing ongoing challenges. read more

Consumers are increasingly driven by the search for new and valuable sensory experiences, with a particular focus on the contamination between cuisines from around the world, especially Asian cuisine. This trend can be observed in the analysis of over 1500 new product innovations. read more

From the Medfel fair in Perpignan come the first signals about the 2026 apricot campaign. Estimates compiled by Europêch, with the contribution of Cso Italy for the national framework, outline a scenario of moderate recovery at the European level, after a 2025 strongly influenced by the weather. read more

Fruit growers in Kashmir have requested Northern Railway to expedite the implementation of temperature-controlled cargo solutions and enhance rail logistics infrastructure to enhance the transportation of perishable produce throughout India. This appeal was made during a collaborative inspection and discussion. read more

The fruit and vegetable market is entering the peak of spring, with increased production, good quality, and a general rebalancing of prices, often lower than last year, albeit with differences among products. read more

Over 100 of Australia's top horticulturists, researchers, and innovators have been named as finalists in what promises to be a fiercely competitive Horticulture Awards for Excellence 2026. read more

Kiwifruit growers in New Zealand have placed competitive bids for licenses for the Gold fruit variety and the newly commercialized Red80 cultivar, with values reaching high levels per hectare. For the first time, the marketer allocated 50 hectares of Red80 licenses for unrestricted planting. Opening at read more

Fruit growers in Poland are evaluating the damages caused by late April frosts that affected crops in various regions, with the eastern areas being the most impacted and stone fruit production facing challenges. In the Lublin region, grower Marcin Gazda reported temperatures dropping to -10°C on several nights. read more

Silne wiatry i obfite opady deszczu w częściach Tamilnadu zniszczyły plantacje bananów w różnych dystryktach, w tym Theni, Dindigul, Coimbatore i Salem. Największe szkody odnotowano w Theni, gdzie rośliny bananowca ucierpiały na około 2 000 akrach (około 809 hektarach). W taluku Andipatti około 3 000... read more

Poland's seaports are increasingly focusing on improving accessibility and multimodal connectivity in response to growing cargo volumes that have exposed limitations in road, rail, and border infrastructure. This issue was addressed in a session on seaport challenges and priorities at the European Economic. read more

The past week brought a wave of strong frosts that covered practically the entire area of Poland. In many regions, temperatures dropped to as low as -8°C, and locally even -9°C, and what was particularly concerning - they lasted for a long time, even from 7 to 10 hours. read more

The Citrus Growers' Association of Southern Africa (CGA) has released its late Mandarin export estimate for the 2026 season, confirming that there is stability in production in the category. Overall, the numbers show a slight decrease compared to last year's late Mandarin export figures. read more

In the Netherlands, the gerbera is regaining popularity in the lead-up to Mother's Day, solidifying its position as a staple in the seasonal selection. According to Coloured by Gerbera, the flower's charm is well-founded. "Its versatility, strong visual impact, and wide range of colors... read more

Each spring, the Netherlands hosts the Dutch Spring Trials, also known as the Pack Trials, where seven plant breeders open their facilities to share trial results with customers. Visitors mainly come from other European countries, but growers and buyers from Asia and North America also attend. read more

Students studying for a Foundation Degree and a BSc (Hons) in Horticulture at the College of Food, Agriculture and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) recently participated in a study tour to France. The tour specifically explored the Nantes and Angers regions in the Loire Valley. This visit offered students a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in ornamental horticulture. read more

King Filip and Queen Mathilde of Belgium officially opened the Floraliën Ghent 2026, a flower and plant show taking place from May 1st to May 10th in the Belgian city of Ghent. To commemorate the event, Queen Mathilde has given her name to a new, exclusive Ghent azalea variety. read more

Cebula w Ukrainie podrożała o 40 do 45 procent w ciągu dwóch tygodni, oznaczając pierwszy wzrost cen od początku lutego. To pierwszy znaczący wzrost od połowy maja 2025 roku. Według danych z platformy EastFruit, ukraińscy rolnicy obecnie oferują cebulę w cenie od 5 do 9 hrywien. read more

The nut market is going through a phase of marked deflation. The price of shelled US walnuts delivered to Europe at the beginning of the year has dropped by 13%, reaching the lowest point since 2024. read more