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Ceny pomidorów w szklarniach nadal spadają na ukraińskim rynku w tym tygodniu, według analityków projektu EastFruit. Ten trend jest głównie spowodowany wzrostem wolumenów zbiorów w szklarniach na terenie większości regionów kraju, wraz z osłabieniem popytu. read more

Indonesia has reported the discovery of three new plant species from the Homalomena genus, which are endemic to the island of Sumatra. This discovery enhances scientific knowledge of tropical biodiversity in Southeast Asia, as stated by TV BRICS. According to ANTARA, the research was spearheaded by Muhammad Rifqi Hariri. read more

The installation of a greenhouse in Saitama, Japan exemplifies how cultivation systems can continue to operate effectively for extended periods. Staal & Plast A/S trays and Danvan A/S equipment have been in use for over 25 years, demonstrating the longevity of these materials. This project showcases the significant impact of careful material selection and proper installation practices. read more

Black truffles are not native to Australia, but since host trees were planted in the 1990s, the industry has developed into the largest producer outside Europe. The first host trees were planted in Tasmania in 1995, with initial harvests in 1999 and exports beginning in 2007. Australia is now the... read more

Rising production costs, water scarcity, and the necessity to enhance yields are driving a period of transformation in the asparagus market in Mexico. Consequently, hybrid seeds, especially 100% male varieties, are gaining popularity over traditional open-pollinated types. read more

This week, durian was the most popular fruit in the wholesale market, with brisk sales. Blueberry prices rose significantly due to reduced arrivals, avocado prices remained high, and South African grapefruit prices declined. Regarding blueberries, prices had been low earlier due to increased read more

The Dutch organic flower collective Wilderful has launched a campaign titled "Celebrate the Flower" (Vier de Bloem), which aims to raise awareness about organic flowers and the organic ornamental horticulture sector in the Netherlands. As part of the campaign, posters are being displayed in cities. read more

Bloomin' Easy Plants, Inc. has partnered with Pacific Plug & Liner (PP&L) to enhance the availability of Bloomin' Easy perennials across North America. PP&L is renowned as a leading supplier of perennial inputs and is enthusiastic about collaborating to introduce superior genetics to the market through this partnership. read more

W roku 2026 zainteresowanie płaskimi nektarynkami rośnie wśród konsumentów i producentów. Według danych EastFruit opartych na danych firmy hodowlanej, płaskie nektarynki stanowią obecnie około 10% sprzedaży materiału sadzeniowego w Europie, wykraczając poza niszę. Wzrost ten wiąże się z kształtem owocu, a także... read more

Eksport Nowej Zelandii do Unii Europejskiej wzrósł o 3 miliardy dolarów amerykańskich w ciągu dwóch lat od podpisania Umowy o Wolnym Handlu między Nową Zelandią a Unią Europejską. Eksport osiągnął wartość 8,8 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich w roku do grudnia 2025 roku, co stanowi wzrost o 29%, czyli prawie 1,9 miliarda dolarów. Dwa lata wcześniej eksport wynosił 5,7 miliarda dolarów. read more

"Watermelons from Spain are once again well-represented in the markets. The quality is good, availability is strong, and prices are at a stable level," says Paul van Groningen (Hudepa), a commercial agent working in Spain. "Demand is gradually picking up. When it comes to stone fruit, some." read more

Tanzanian avocado season has had a good start, with a positive harvest in terms of volumes and quality, says Jofrey Ombeni, managing director of Tanzanian avocado exporter Onocado Farms: "The Tanzanian avocado season is progressing fairly well overall. We've had a steady flow of fruit, and... read more

The President of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA), Ron Lemaire, delivered a clear and confident message yesterday morning at the Association's 2026 Annual Convention: Canada's fresh produce sector is facing real pressure, but it is not breaking. Addressing industry leaders from... read more

According to analysts at the EastFruit project, prices for greenhouse cucumbers in Ukraine have been falling for the third consecutive week. Market participants attribute this trend to a seasonal increase in the supply of new-cycle vegetables from local producers, as well as relatively weak demand. read more

India: Mango Paglu Party
Zepto reported: "The Mango Paglu Party was all about giving our consumers a taste of what Zepto truly stands for - delivering carbide-free, farm-fresh mangoes straight to your doorstep. From Alphonso to Kesar and more, it was a full-blown mango tasting experience for." read more

Global fertilizer markets are currently experiencing increasing pressure due to ongoing geopolitical instability, with industry experts raising alarms about a rapidly deteriorating situation following the outbreak of war in the Middle East. "The situation has been concerning since the start of the war in the Middle read more

Sun World International has chosen new licensees in Australia and Italy in order to enhance the performance of its branded fruit programs in global markets. These new licensees will promote Sun World's exclusive grape brands, such as Autumncrisp® and Ruby Rush®. read more

This month, FreshPlaza will be focusing on North America in its Special edition. Are you a grower, exporter, or importer of produce in or to North America? We would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can give you a call for an interview. You can contact us at marieke@freshplaza.com. read more

The international fruit and vegetable trade fair Macfrut 2026, held annually in Rimini, Italy, demonstrated that today's fresh produce industry is not just about cultivating and selling fruits and vegetables. It is a complex system in which products are connected to geopolitics, export diplomacy, read more

In the midst of increasing momentum in Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations and supply disruptions caused by tensions in West Asia, M B Naqvi, CEO and Chief Coordinator of Fresh Produce India, announced a shift in India's fresh produce trade. The event is scheduled to take place from 29-30 May at CIDCO. read more