Moldova may be one of the smallest countries in southeastern Europe, but when it comes to fresh produce exports, it is the region's second-largest, after Serbia. In terms of fruit exports, Moldova excels above all other countries in the area, having exported nearly €240 million worth of fruit in 2023. read more

There is increasing attention on yellow kiwi, which is attracting strong interest both in the domestic and foreign markets. The harvest of Dorì has already begun throughout Italy and in other European countries, and by mid-October, the first packages will arrive on the shelves. In the meantime, it is read more

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Jeroen de Ridder, an affiliated grower of Coöperatie Hoogstraten, has a long history of pumpkin farming. His passion began at the age of eight when he was already cultivating nearly 100 different types of pumpkins. Today, Jeroen grows about 15 varieties on an impressive 70-hectare farm in Belgium. One of the varieties he grows is the Hokkaido pumpkin. read more

Turners & Growers (T&G) Global is set to shut down its cold storage center in Dunedin, New Zealand, as reported by the Otago Daily Times. read more

According to Minister of Agriculture Mohammed Sadiki, the Green Deal should not be viewed as a limitation for Morocco. Instead, it should be seen as an opportunity to further modernize the country's agricultural practices, enhance its farming sector, and solidify its position in international markets. read more

Shipments of imported fruit such as bananas, pineapples, citrus, and grapes that typically enter the US through its eastern and Gulf coasts may be delayed in ports or refused entry if a potential strike by tens of thousands of port workers occurs at the beginning of October. read more

The Australian supermarket chain Coles has announced that it will provide customers with recycled cardboard boxes instead of single-use plastic bags for their fruit and vegetable purchases as part of an eight-week trial. read more

The South African berry industry, which has traditionally relied on Europe and the UK, has been quietly working to expand its access to markets in the East for a while now. read more

As expected, the Philippine Senate has approved the proposed free trade agreement with South Korea, a decision that will be beneficial for the country's banana and pineapple exporters. read more

During this period, every purchase of organic fruits and vegetables supports the educational program Vegetable Academy. Aldi Süd customers can actively contribute to promoting nutrition education for children in Germany while shopping. read more

Las exportaciones españolas de frutas y verduras frescas aumentaron tanto en volumen como en valor durante los primeros siete meses del año, según los datos más recientes del Departamento de Aduanas e Impuestos Especiales, procesados por Fepex. read more

Hort Innovation has launched a program for Australia's berry and table grape growers aimed at increasing productivity through innovative technology focused on labor, including virtual reality training for pickers, motion-detecting wearables for performance evaluation, and real-time quality assessment. read more

The Australian federal government has announced that it will launch two new programs as part of the A$519.1 million second phase of the Future Drought Fund. These programs aim to provide growers with more opportunities to prepare for drought. read more

National Banana Day is celebrated on September 22nd, showcasing Brazil's most consumed fruit worldwide. São Paulo plays a significant role in this, accounting for over 25% of the country's production, which amounts to one million tons from 52 thousand hectares. The Ribeira Valley is particularly notable in this regard. read more

During an international training workshop on kiwifruit production in Sichuan, agricultural experts from Pakistan highlighted their country's potential to enter the global kiwifruit market by collaborating with China. A formal agreement was established between the Sichuan Provincial Academy of Agriculture. read more

Laura Bettazzoli, Marketing Director of Bonduelle Italy (pictured above), explains to IFN the characteristics that make the Bonduelle Group unique in our country compared to abroad, starting from an aspect that distinguishes Bonduelle from its competitors in the national market. read more

The apple campaign is proceeding with volumes that fully meet the demand: increasing quantities of Royal Gala are coming in, alongside the mountain-branded product. There is a growing demand for pumpkins: the sale of Butternut has also begun, complementing the Moscata di Provenza. read more

Rządy Kanady i Ontario inwestują dodatkowe 3,5 miliona dolarów w Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) w celu wsparcia rozwoju i przyjęcia nowych technologii dla rolników, przetwórców żywności i przedsiębiorstw rolniczych, które zwiększą ich konkurencyjność i wzrost.

The governments of Canada and Ontario are investing an additional $3.5 million in the Ontario Agri-Food Research Initiative (OAFRI) to support the development and adoption of new technologies for farmers, food processors, and agri-businesses that will enhance their competitiveness and growth. read more

The pumpkin sector in Italy is facing a season with an expected lower production than in 2023, but it continues to maintain its success thanks to the nutritional properties and culinary versatility of the product. The consumption of pumpkins is also growing. read more