In collaboration with Western Sydney University (WSU), Hort Innovation has introduced a new initiative aimed at tackling the significant workforce shortages in the Australian horticultural industry. read more

The new kiwi season is just around the corner. Not in New Zealand, or closer to home in Italy or France, but right in the Dutch town of Bunnik. At Djûke Smith, Van der Maat's Nieuw Slagmaat farm, a family business where her parents and partner also work, the first organic yellow kiwis are read more

With Hurricane Melissa making landfall yesterday as a Category 5 weather event - projected to be the strongest hurricane the island has ever seen - at press time, reports indicate that the hurricane will hit the southern coast of the island the hardest. This is the section of the island where read more

SPAR's partner in China is modernizing supermarkets. One of the supermarkets undergoing renovations is the SPAR Shandong Qingdao Jimo District Baolong Plaza Supermarket, which emphasizes fresh produce such as fruits, vegetables, meat, and fish. Another renovated store is the SPAR Shandong Yantai Longkou Poly Plaza Supermarket. read more

The Spanish fruit and vegetable season has started again. Paul van Groningen from Hudepa, who works as a commercial agent in Spain with his wife Maria Elena, recently toured growers and packing stations in the Almería region and shared his observations. "In several read more

From Manerbio (BS), La Linea Verde is looking towards the ready-to-eat market, offering solutions to the challenges of a sector that struggles to gain momentum. The ready-to-eat market in Italy generates a total turnover of 850 million euros. By including salads, the value would reach a billion euros, reports suggest. read more

Tapp has formed a partnership with FreightWise, a logistics company that specializes in transporting floriculture products between Latin America and the Netherlands. This collaboration enables flower growers in Colombia and Ecuador to buy Tapp dataloggers directly through FreightWise. read more

The Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers and Exporters in Morocco has rejected a "disinformation campaign" by European media outlets targeting Moroccan tomatoes. In a statement, the association emphasized that Moroccan produce still complies with rigorous inspection standards and... read more

The Bucha community received a gift of 100,000 tulip bulbs from the Netherlands. Bucha's mayor, Anatoliy Fedoruk, made this announcement. Municipal workers will plant the tulips in Bucha City Park, and by springtime, they will bloom across large meadows. The initiative was organized by Smit Flowers. read more

Kolendra jest produktem dostępnym przez cały rok w Thorndon Park Produce w Gawler River, South Australia. "Zauważamy, że popyt na naszą kolendrę wzrasta zimą i w trudniejszych warunkach uprawy," powiedział Anthony De Ieso z firmy. "Niestety, z powodu łatwości uprawy kolendry, jest to produkt, który" read more

Produkcja malin w Serbii w sezonie 2025/26 jest znacznie poniżej średniej, według źródeł rynkowych Expany. W wyniku niekorzystnych warunków pogodowych wcześniej w tym roku, w tym silnych przymrozków, całkowita produkcja szacowana jest na około 30 000 ton metrycznych (mt), w porównaniu z przeciętnie około 65 000. read more

The persimmon harvest in Spain will be lower than expected. The initial forecasts, which estimated a total production of around 350,000 tons, have been revised downwards: according to the latest evaluations, the season is unlikely to exceed 300,000 tons. This information was reported by read more

The produciton of white mushrooms in Greece did not exist until two years ago, when, in early 2024, the company Kechagia Mushrooms took the step of opening the first unit for their production in Pedino, Kilkis. "Our production facilities are located in Pedino, Kilkis, and are fully integrated. In... read more

Aetolia-Acarnania is the most dynamic citrus-growing area in Greece, primarily due to its larger orchards in comparison to Argolis and its abundant water resources. The cultivation season is advancing smoothly and nearing its conclusion, but oranges and mandarins are showing slightly different outcomes. read more

Greenhouse films are slowly gaining popularity in India, according to Shaildip Wagh from Essen Multipack Limited, a specialty film manufacturer. Wagh stated, "The greenhouse film market in India is estimated to be around 6,000 metric tons and is projected to grow as more farmers embrace protected cultivation. read more

Manter has expanded its international operations with the launch of Manter Nordic, a new branch serving Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Iceland. The branch, operational since October 1, aims to strengthen the company's position in the Scandinavian market and improve local service and support. read more

India's coconut industry is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. "Neglected farm maintenance from previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, excessive... read more

The coconut industry in India is facing challenges due to the inconsistent availability of mature coconuts, according to Arnold Menezes, the founder of Naturya Food Products, a manufacturer and exporter of frozen coconut products. Issues such as neglected farm maintenance due to previous low prices, adverse weather affecting pollination, and excessive... read more

Maersk has officially opened the Belcon Cold Store in Cape Town as part of a broader investment exceeding US$100 million in South Africa's cold chain logistics infrastructure. The new facility is part of the company's strategy to enhance the country's capacity to handle perishable exports. read more

On November 12th and 13th, Forum Retail will return to Superstudio Più in Milan, the key event for the Italian and international retail community. Celebrating its 25th edition, the event organized by IKN Italy marks a significant milestone, reaffirming its position as the largest. read more