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ncreasing pressure, volatile weather conditions, and shrinking profit margins are putting the Australian melon sector to the test. Melons Australia CEO Johnathon Davey has cautioned that some growers are scaling back production due to the growing uncertainty. "There is no doubt that export markets are under read more

The Spanish watermelon and melon campaign is starting with a limited supply and prices remaining stable in wholesale markets. According to ValenciaFruits, the gradual start is due to the first greenhouse harvests in Andalusia, but positive expectations are also present. read more

Many currant plantations in Poland have reported clear effects of overnight temperature drops from Sunday to Monday. Damage from the first frost episode is already visible, and forecasts for the following days indicate continued low temperatures, which may

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The agricultural sector in Turkey has entered the new season after last year's frost event, which impacted 16 products in 65 out of the country's 81 provinces. Producers are currently working on recovery efforts while adapting to the changing climate conditions. Initial field data suggest a varied recovery process. read more

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Hermanos Fernández López, the Spanish subsidiary of the Italian-owned importer Orsero Group, commonly known as Fernández, has recently acquired a new logistics and distribution platform in Vigo, Galicia. This acquisition is part of their efforts to strengthen their presence in the Iberian Peninsula and enhance their logistics operations. read more

Bayer has announced that it is providing seeds, including vegetable seeds, to communities in Africa and Ukraine as part of a continuing global partnership with the United Nations International Organization for Migration (IOM). read more

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The high pressure system that has guaranteed widespread sunshine and above-average temperatures in recent days is now coming to an end. A cold air mass of Balkan origin is advancing from Eastern Europe, set to cross the continent and promote the formation of... read more

The horticulture sector in Kenya is expected to achieve increased revenues from avocado exports in 2026, with projected earnings of KES 25.4 billion (US$170 million). This growth is attributed to a 22% rise in production volumes and improved market access in countries like India, China, and the United Arab Emirates. read more

Musgrave NI has announced a £23 million investment in its network as it unveils a new concept store. The Northern Ireland-based convenience retailer, known for operating the SuperValu, Centra, and Mace brands, is set to launch this store in 2026. read more

The prices of tomatoes in European markets have increased since the beginning of the current season, with Spanish media outlet La Razón reporting prices around €8 per kilogram. The rise in prices has been attributed to a decrease in supply and adverse weather conditions in southern producing regions, including Morocco. read more

The leadership in FMCG growth is shifting. The short-range format continues to be the main driver in food distribution, with Lidl and Aldi leading in terms of value share gains over Mercadona in the first 16 weeks of the year (up to April 19), as per Algori data. read more

The conflict in the Middle East represents a significant risk to the supply of pistachios, as well as a factor supporting prices. Iran, in fact, exports 27% of the global pistachio supply, ranking second after the United States, with main destinations including ... read more

The National Research Centre for Bananas in Tiruchy has initiated a Banana Field Gene Bank project aimed at conserving genetic resources and preventing the loss of banana varieties. Farmers growing unique banana varieties can enroll with the center, where researchers will preserve and maintain these varieties. read more

Maroko has rozszerzył swoją obecność na europejskim rynku mrożonych malin, z Holandią importującą 1000 ton w 2025 roku, o wartości ponad 2 milionów EUR (2,16 miliona USD), według EastFruit. Oznacza to wzrost o 50% w porównaniu z 2024 rokiem i czterokrotnie większy w porównaniu z rokiem 2023. read more

Severe frosts, which have covered almost the whole of Poland in recent days, are already leaving a noticeable mark on highbush blueberry plantations. In the Mazovia region – responsible for about 30% of the country's production – initial inspections indicate very serious damage to the buds. read more

Identity, relationships, and quality at Macfrut 2026, which has just ended in Rimini, confirming itself as the most important trade fair in Italy for the fruit and vegetable sector, thanks to the increase in attending buyers, despite the difficult global situation we are currently experiencing. read more