The Ukrainian Minister of Agrarian Policy and Food stated that every region should have large vegetable storage facilities capable of holding 10,000 to 20,000 tons. He also mentioned that next year's budget includes UAH 1 billion (almost €23 million) to support the development of livestock farming and the processing of… read more

Delhaize completes acquisition in Luxembourg
Belgian supermarket chain Delhaize has acquired Alima, a chain of two convenience stores in Luxembourg City, to claim the title of market leader in the Grand Duchy's capital.
Source: retaildetail.eu

Poland's Biedronka delays Slovakian launch
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The previous endive season was extremely challenging, not only due to a shortage of planting material but also because of a delayed harvest start and inconsistent root quality, according to Lukas Klimesch from the eponymous company. The company, located in Lafnitztal in the Burgenland region of Austria, has been highly regarded. read more

In contrast to the production surplus in MY 2023/24, total citrus production is expected to decrease by 36 percent in MY 2024/25 to around 5 million metric tons (MMT) due to excessive heat during the blooming period and drought conditions during the harvest period. read more

The new generation of growers is adapting to the increasingly internationalized ornamental plant market by exploring new opportunities and expanding their reach beyond their local markets. Roel van Schie, the operations director at Sjaak van Schie B.V., a company specializing in pothos plants, recently relocated to Portugal with his family to take advantage of the growing demand for ornamental plants in different parts of the world. read more

The Georgian Competition and Consumer Agency (GCCA) has completed its assessment of the competitive landscape in the blueberry sector, covering the period from 2020 to the first ten months of 2024. This examination was launched in response to requests from local growers seeking to analyze competition. read more

"The Christmas and New Year's sales period for table grapes in the European and United Kingdom markets went reasonably well," says Leon de Kock, CEO of Grape Alliance Marketing, based in the Hex River Valley of South Africa. "Sales were good, but one concern was Peru, as they kept their supply longer than we." read more

An Asian country has lifted a ban imposed in 2008, opening up new opportunities for exporters to expand their businesses in the region. read more

Extreme weather conditions have disrupted orange crop harvests globally, causing a significant reduction in supply. In Spain, catastrophic flooding in October led to considerable damage to the nation's crop yields, with estimated losses of around $205 million. Valencia, a major orange-producing region, was particularly affected. read more

In 2024, we have been working with more than 16 countries from all continents and more than 26 products within the group of priority files. Within the American continent, we are working with Canada on the opening for cherry production; with Argentina, we read more

Flower sellers across China are noticing increased demand for auspicious varieties as customers begin decorating their homes in preparation for the traditional Spring Festival. Colorful bromeliads and butterfly orchids are considered lucky symbols for the new year, and are particularly popular this year. read more

The Union of Potato and Vegetable Growers of the Republic of Kazakhstan, in its review of the outcomes of 2024, emphasized an increase in potato yields and sustained interest in exports, as reported by EastFruit. Baizhan Ualkhanov, the newly appointed leader of the Union, shared insights in an interview with "APK". read more

The question of whether banana cultivation requires an African or South American climate is easily answered. In fact, as shown by Alba Bio OP in Marina di Ragusa (Ragusa), it is possible to successfully grow bananas in Sicily. The company has been conducting experiments. read more

Air New Zealand takes on the challenge of transporting over five million kilograms of cargo during the holiday season, with New Zealand cherries playing a significant role in this operation. These cherries, known for their quality and freshness, are highly sought after worldwide. read more

Auctions in the Axarquia, Spain, have already begun working with avocados from the 2024/25 season. "This year, despite the drought in the Axarquia, the Torrox area has not been significantly affected in terms of production or sizes. Farms in Vélez-Málaga and other towns in the area are also doing well." read more

Between January and October 2024, Spain imported 173.63 million kilograms of tomatoes, which is 12.6% or 19.5 million kilograms more than the 154.18 million kilograms it imported in the same period of 2023, according to a report compiled by Hortoinfo using data from ICEX and the Tax Agency. read more

Uzbekistan has announced the extension of zero import duties, affecting the import of a wide range of food categories, including fruits and vegetables. This decision, outlined in a decree by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, extends the exemption period until January. read more

A small trade delegation from East West Trade & Consulting visited Turkmenistan from December 2-6. The delegation, comprised of five companies, specialized in greenhouse construction, refrigeration plants, and seed expertise. read more

According to the Statistics Agency, Uzbekistan has made significant progress in the apple export market from January to November 2024, with the total value of exports reaching $14.4 million. Neighboring countries were the main buyers, with Kazakhstan leading the pack by purchasing 34,309 tons. Russia. read more

The Horticultural Society Jamshedpur, in collaboration with Tata Steel UISL and Tata Steel, is hosting the 34th Annual Flower Show from December 29, 2024, to January 1, 2025, at Gopal Maidan, Bistupur. The event features a variety of colorful flowers, floral arrangements, and horticultural displays. read more