Penny has named new CEOs in the Czech Republic and Italy. In the Czech Republic, Draško Lazović has been appointed as the new general manager, replacing Florian Naegele who has left REWE Group. Meanwhile, REWE Group has announced that Arnd Riehl, who is currently in charge of human resources at REWE International Services, - read more

Nature's Pride, a European company specializing in exotic fruits and vegetables, has been at the forefront of advocating for responsible water usage in the areas where its products are cultivated. The company emphasizes the importance of collective efforts and collaborates with partners across the supply chain to make a positive impact… read more

The Drewry World Container Index increased by 12% this week to US$2,182 per 40-foot container, marking the third consecutive weekly rise. The increase was mainly driven by higher spot rates on the Transpacific and Asia–Europe trade lanes. After a decline the previous week that brought rates read more

Oppy is launching its new Florida strawberry program, marking the company's first offering under the Dole® label since it integrated with Dole Diversified North America (DDNA) in October. Production is already underway, and significant volumes are expected to be available from late January to early February. read more

This week, the American team of the North American greenhouse builder Prospiant drove to a new address to work. The company has relocated its U.S. headquarters and operations to a new facility in Cincinnati. It may only be a seven-minute drive from their old location, but President Burk Metzger says the read more

The Interprofessional Association for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables, also known as Interfel, is promoting the new French apple season in India as part of a larger European fruit and vegetable outreach program. French apples are being introduced to the Indian market after the 2025 harvest. read more

When analyzing China's floricultural trade between January and September 2025, one thing stands out: the market is thriving. Export growth is picking up speed, bulb imports are surging, and emerging markets are reshaping the industry. For Dutch floriculture companies, the data provides both reassurance and opportunities. read more

Let's take a look back at September 2025. In the Netherlands, Bunnik Group announced it will wind down all business activities after failing to return to profitability. Meanwhile, Colombia reached a historic milestone with its first-ever maritime export of live ornamental plants to the United States. read more

The red bracts and green foliage of the poinsettia may be a seasonal icon, but behind every flawless display is high-tech greenhouse production, round-the-clock attention, and thin margins. Today, only four Irish nurseries produce poinsettias (down from seven a decade ago), growing over read more

FAO is introducing a new grant program for small-scale berry producers and aggregation businesses in the Volyn, Zakarpattia, Ivano-Frankivsk, Lviv, Ternopil, Chernivtsi, Khmelnytskyi, and Dnipropetrovsk regions. This initiative is aimed at micro and small producers who are registered in the State Agrarian Register. read more

W środowisku presji kosztowej, niepewności klimatycznej i poszukiwania opłacalnych i bezpiecznych odmian, niektórzy producenci cytrusów coraz częściej zwracają się ku alternatywom, takim jak chroniony mandarynka Valley Gold, która stała się bardziej popularna w Hiszpanii. "Pracowałem z odmianami dotkniętymi wieloma problemami. read more

A company that has been in business for 140 years experiences both prosperous and challenging times. This is especially evident in the horticulture industry, which is greatly influenced by economic and market fluctuations. Royal Brinkman, a family-owned business based in Westland, Netherlands, is well aware of this reality as it marks its 140th anniversary this year. read more

The Green Line looks to the Midwest. And confirms the opening of its first plant in the United States, in North Baltimore, in Northwest Ohio, to produce fresh soups. The new plant, covering 9,500 square meters, is the result of a $15 million investment. It will start... read more

Eksport owoców Nowej Zelandii wzrósł o 28 procent do 6,1 miliarda nowozelandzkich dolarów w roku zakończonym w listopadzie 2025 roku, zgodnie z danymi opublikowanymi przez Stats NZ. Przy założonym kursie wymiany oznacza to około 3,54 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich. Wzrost był wspierany przez popyt z Chin na złoto.

New Zealand's fruit exports increased by 28 percent to 6.1 billion New Zealand dollars in the year ended November 2025, according to data released by Stats NZ. Based on the stated exchange rate, this equals approximately US$3.54 billion. The increase was supported by demand from China for gold. read more

At Asia Fruit Logistica in September, Detpak showcased the first product from its latest Berry Fresh packaging collection, a strawberry punnet that aims to establish new benchmarks in berry packaging. Developed in partnership with industry collaborators from Australasia, Asia, and the Americas, this punnet prioritizes... read more

Tuttofood will take place in Milan from 11 to 14 May 2026, with an expanded focus on fruit and vegetables through its Tutto fruit & veg area. According to the organizers, around 80% of exhibitors have already been confirmed, including approximately 30% from outside Italy. More than 70 countries will be participating. read more

Ibrahim Dawa, general manager of Al Mostafa, stated that the current Egyptian orange season will provide much-needed relief to exporters after two to three turbulent seasons. "We anticipate a more tranquil, predictable, and stable export season. Additionally, the local orange processing industry is expected to benefit from the improved conditions." read more

An organized agricultural zone will be established in Antalya, which plays a significant role in Turkey's production and export of cut flowers and ornamental plants, to enhance productivity in the sector. Many cut flowers, particularly carnations, grown in Antalya's greenhouses are exported to 80... read more

Polska wprowadzi nowe wymagania dotyczące etykietowania świeżych owoców i warzyw sprzedawanych na poziomie detalicznym, zgodnie z informacjami zamieszczonymi przez ministerstwo rolnictwa kraju. Zgodnie z zaktualizowanymi przepisami, luzem sprzedawane świeże owoce i warzywa będą musiały wyświetlać flagę kraju pochodzenia. read more

In Greece, for another week now, farmers have been taking to the streets with their tractors, blocking the country's main roadways. The organizers of the strike are threatening even greater mobilization among producers if their demands are not met.

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