Spain: DIA secures €350 million in new financing
Spanish supermarket chain DIA, controlled by Letterone, has secured €350 million in new financing as part of its efforts to refinance debt worth €885 million. The financing has been provided by a group of European banks, including Société Générale. read more

Childhood obesity continues to be a top concern in Spain, and Plátano de Canarias is not letting down its guard. In collaboration with the Association of

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The Limagrain subsidiary, HM. Clause, is starting off 2025 with an exciting new addition to its tomato portfolio: a new Marmande-type tomato variety that will be officially introduced at the Fruit Logistica trade fair. This specialty tomato, designed for cultivation in Spain, offers unique features. "It's a read more

China's relationship with the world is influenced by its active engagement in economic globalization and dedication to maintaining a stable international order. The stories of two "apples" – the Huaniu apple and Apple Inc. – provide valuable insights into this outlook. The Huaniu apple, a specialty read more

Gozde Dogan from Turkey has set a Guinness World Record by crushing five watermelons with her thighs in 60 seconds. A video captures her smashing the watermelons one by one while cleaning up the mess in between. She was presented with a plaque and recognized as "officially amazing." Dogan accomplished this feat in February. read more

In Punjab, Pakistan, a severe winter drought has led to a 40% reduction in rainfall, as reported by the Pakistan Meteorological Department (PMD), significantly impacting the region's agriculture. The PMD has noted a 42% decrease in rainfall from September to mid-January, causing... read more

Did you know that in Spain, 45.6% of waste consists of fruits and vegetables?

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With the Spring Festival approaching, the Dounan Flower Market in Kunming, Yunnan province, is bustling with activity, as red-themed New Year's flowers are selling quickly. Alongside the traditional roses, popular choices include trimmed North American holly, winter sweet, silver willow, and golden fruit. read more

"Despite increasing international competition from regions such as India, Asia, and the USA, consumer demand for avocados in Germany remains unbroken," observes Felix Sperl, product specialist at the long-established Hamburg-based company COBANA. "The consequences of climate change, above all read more

C.H. Robinson has expanded its operations at the Changi Airport Cargo Terminal Complex Free Trade Zone in Singapore, increasing its operational space by 200%. This move is designed to optimize air freight handling and address growing demand across Asia-Pacific, Europe, and the United States. read more

Wczoraj przemysł kwiatowy w USA i Kolumbii trzymał z zapartym tchem, gdy napięcia eskalowały między tymi dwoma narodami. Spór wynikał z początkowego odmówienia przez Kolumbię przyjęcia lotów deportacyjnych z USA, co skutkowało groźbą nałożenia 25% cła na import z Kolumbii i read more

The Kenyan export industry reflects on a challenging year of growth in 2024. "In the spring, heavy rainfall and flooding had a significant impact on many crops. As we entered the peak season for pulses in October, November, and December, there was a shortage of." read more

In 2024, Uzbekistan exported 33,000 tons of plums worth $26.5 million, according to the State Statistics Committee of Uzbekistan. This represents an 18.5% growth in export value compared to 2023. The primary market for Uzbek plums was Russia, which accounted for 20,700 tons. read more

President Donald Trump has ordered a 25 percent tariff on all Colombian products entering the US, following Colombian President Gustavo Petro's refusal to accept two flights carrying deported Colombian nationals from the US. read more

President Donald Trump has ordered a 25 per cent tariff to be placed on all Colombian products entering the US, effective immediately, following the refusal of Colombian counterpart Gustavo Petro to accept two flights carrying deported Colombian nationals from the US. read more

Obecnie na Ukrainie obserwuje się trend zmniejszenia cen hurtowych ogórków szklarniowych, pomimo ograniczonej podaży od lokalnych producentów, zgodnie z analizami projektu EastFruit. Producenci sami twierdzą, że są zmuszeni do ustępstw cenowych ze względu na stosunkowo niski handel. read more

Rijk Zwaan has emphasized that growers can access the latest resistant tomato varieties early by partnering with the Netherlands-based seed company. read more

A container ship carrying 1,300 containers of Chilean cherries destined for China has experienced a breakdown in the Pacific Ocean, posing a risk to the timely delivery of its cargo for the Chinese New Year holiday. read more

A container ship transporting 1,300 containers of Chilean cherries to China has experienced a breakdown in the Pacific Ocean, putting the timely delivery of its cargo for the Chinese New Year holiday at risk. read more

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