During yesterday's press conference held in Milan, Lidl Italia launched the start of a collaboration with Antonino Cannavacciuolo. The renowned Michelin-starred chef will be the face of the Italiamo brand, which celebrates local Made in Italy excellences, as well as the selection. read more

The collaboration announced on March 18 between Lidl Italy and chef Antonino Cannavacciuolo also involves the fruit and vegetable department, particularly focusing on products certified as PDO and PGI. The commercials will be aired from June to October. Cannavacciuolo cooks with Lidl's fruit and vegetables. read more

Yeager Energy is planning to expand its geothermal operations in the Oostland greenhouse region of the Netherlands. In addition to its current doublet in Bergschenhoek, which was previously operated by Wayland Energy, the company is looking to develop a second and possibly a third doublet at Schreyrackseweg. read more

Chrysanthemums are one of the most economically significant crops in the Netherlands, second only to tulips. There are close to 5 million square meters of cultivation area dedicated to chrysanthemums, with around 140 specialized growers primarily located in Gelderland and Noord- & Zuid-Holland. The sector exports hundreds of millions of euros worth of chrysanthemums. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium fresh fruit, confirms its established partnership with Operazione Nostalgia, the original format that brings together the great football legends and thousands of fans to celebrate the passion for this sport and relive together. read more

With a total of €22 million, the company based in Kehl am Rhein and Achern, Germany, recorded its highest turnover to date. This represents an increase of around 5 per cent compared to the previous year. Alongside international projects and a stable domestic market, growth was supported by read more

Australian summer fruit growers have managed to produce a high-quality nectarine season despite facing challenging and unpredictable weather conditions in key growing regions. Summerfruit Australia chair and nectarine grower Dean Morpeth stated that although conditions were tough at times, growers were able to deliver a successful season. read more

U.S. produce markets are experiencing mixed trends this week. The supply of asparagus is being impacted by heat, avocado pricing remains steady, and the berry markets continue to face pressure from high volumes. Movement of asparagus from Mexico through Calexico, California, and San Luis, Arizona is expected to decrease slightly. read more

The production of highbush blueberries in Poland is continuously developing. At the same time, it is a cultivation particularly sensitive to damage caused by weather phenomena. One of the most dangerous is hail, which can destroy the yield not only in terms of quantity, but – what's more read more

A Dutch company based in Wateringen, in the Netherlands' greenhouse region, is scaling up its CO₂ capture technology across multiple industries while continuing to develop applications for the greenhouse sector. Verkade Carbon Capture, a spin-off of Verkade Klimaat, first encountered CO₂ read more

Emerald Coast Growers is celebrating its 35th year in business in 2026. Since its founding in January 1991 by Dave and Wyona Babikow, Emerald Coast Growers has become a trusted partner to growers and plant brokers throughout North America, offering a wide selection of starter plants. read more

Pomimo rosnących cen, mieszkańcy Bengaluru zgiełkli się na targu KR Market na zakupy z okazji Ugadi; odbywają się specjalne modlitwy w świątyni Dodda Ganapathi w Basavanagudi. Bengaluru przeżywa żywiołowe obchody Ugadi, z festywną energią wyraźnie widoczną w całym mieście. Jednym z najbardziej zatłoczonych miejsc był rynek KR. read more

The first edition of the Flora Spring Expo in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands, has attracted a strong opening day turnout, despite the usual uncertainty that comes with a new trade event. The venue, although smaller than the established Trade Fair, is well-laid out and has drawn a steady flow of visitors. read more

Wzrost eksportu bananów z Kamerunu w styczniu 2026 roku był wspierany przez większą produkcję i bardziej skoncentrowaną strukturę rynkową. Eksport osiągnął 27 674 ton w ciągu miesiąca, o 7 324 tony więcej niż w tym samym okresie rok wcześniej, co stanowi wzrost o 36 procent, według danych z Kamerunu. read more

Hanissh Battra, CEO of Ever Green Fruits, states that the apple market in India is currently experiencing a shortage of stock. This is evident from the rapid absorption of arrivals, with landed volumes being sold almost immediately. This indicates a supply gap rather than a surplus or balanced situation. read more

The Dutch fertilizer industry association Meststoffen Nederland has issued a statement confirming that there are currently no direct supply problems for the Netherlands, even as unrest in the Middle East continues to affect the global fertilizer market. The association does warn, however, that... read more

Truck drivers' unions in Brazil are considering a strike as early as this week following an increase in diesel prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East, according to union representatives. Brazil relies on road transport to move goods across the country and to ports. A widespread strike is looming. read more

India's pomegranate exports for 2025-26 have had a strong start, with over 60,000 metric tons shipped in the first nine months, surpassing the 72,011 tonnes valued at USD 69 million for the fiscal year 2023-24, according to Aditya Ghatge of Paathway Global. "We experienced significant momentum, largely due to improved access to high-demand markets such as the U.S." read more

This week, Ukraine is experiencing another decrease in carrot prices, as reported by analysts from the EastFruit project. The market has seen a significant rise in the supply of locally grown carrots, leading to a decrease in consumer demand and affecting prices negatively. read more

The Kiku family is opening a new chapter in Croatia. The commercial license for Kiku apple varieties has officially been transferred from Fragaria to the Croatian producer organization Domaće Voće, marking a strategic shift in production and management. read more