The Atlas shipping service, connecting Morocco with the United Kingdom and northern Europe, successfully completed its first six months of operations after being launched in November 2025. The service, managed by DP World, was established to transport fresh produce from Agadir and Casablanca in Morocco directly to. read more

For the second year in a row, biosensors created by Vivent Biosignals have been tested in tomato farming at Tomatoworld in the Netherlands. Just like in the previous trial, the outcomes indicate increased yields in the crop monitored by the sensors. A recent session on results was held to explain. read more

Ukraina dodała nowy odmianę czosnku zimowego "Ocheretinsky Purple" do Państwowego Rejestru Odmian Roślin. Odmiana została opracowana przez Agroinnovation do produkcji przemysłowej, przetwórstwa i zastosowań w gastronomii. Według firmy, dostępny jest już wystarczający materiał siewny. read more

In Karczmiska, a new raspberry plantation was established as part of the Malinowe Factory project. The site is not an easy one – for about 12-14 years, intensive raspberry cultivation was carried out here, with the 'Glen Caron' variety growing in the last season. After it froze and fell, read more

Eksporterzy grejpfrutów z RPA przewidują znaczny wzrost wysyłek w tym roku, szacując liczbę na 15,7 miliona kartonów. read more

Hail and rain are currently impacting the harvesting of early cherry varieties in Extremadura and Aragón, as reported by Spain's Fepex Cherry Committee. However, despite these initial challenges, the season is progressing as planned, and production volumes are anticipated to improve as later varieties become available. read more

The Helloo brand, owned by the prominent Australian produce supplier Grape Co Australia, has obtained the exclusive rights to grow and market top gold-fleshed kiwi varieties from the breeder SINO-NZ Innovation. read more

The early potato harvest has started in Spain, with lower than usual volumes and high prices. The potato acreage in Spain has been reduced, and ongoing adverse weather conditions in the region of Andalusia have caused a significant delay in planting. Additionally, yields and tuber size are currently lower than in earlier seasons. read more

The PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) Vignola Cherry is back on the market with positive prospects for the 2026 campaign. According to the Consortium for the protection, production is expected to reach between 40,000 and 50,000 quintals, with a premium quality level and a planned marketing until early July. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project are reporting a decrease in prices for freshly harvested white cabbage on the Ukrainian market. The primary cause for the price decline in this category is the seasonal rise in supply coupled with a somewhat subdued demand. read more

South Africa's blueberry industry is growing, with annual production averaging between 25,000 tons and 26,000 tons. However, growers are facing competition in the global market from Peru, which is known for its scale and efficiency, as stated by Corne Oosthuizen, the general manager of Le Arc blueberry. read more

Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the study highlights the potential of urban agriculture to contribute significantly to food security in urban areas. The findings suggest that utilizing urban spaces for agriculture could help reduce the reliance on imported produce and improve access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for city dwellers. read more

Australian marketer Grape Co Australia is making a significant leap into the premium gold kiwifruit market by obtaining exclusive rights in Australia for a new variety. This strategic move aims to develop a local industry that can rival imported fruit from New Zealand, according to Grape Co Australia director Adrian Caia. read more

Fruit grower Volodymyr Popruga reported crop losses due to winter cold and spring frosts in the Chernihiv region of Ukraine. According to Popruga, apricot and peach crops were completely lost, while cherry plum production was also affected. The low temperatures also damaged all young fruits. read more

The Netherlands-based flower trading company Hoven & de Mooij celebrated its 50th anniversary on 10 May 2026. The family business has been operating from the central building of Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer since it was founded, making the milestone particularly significant. Theo de Mooij, read more

In Italy, the population is decreasing and aging, but what is changing most significantly are families and consumption habits. This is the snapshot taken from the analysis presented by Matteo Bonù, Food Industry Leader at NielsenIQ, and Letizia Mencarini, Professor at Bocconi University, at Linkontro. read more

Sri Ramanjunaiah, a progressive farmer from Yettinahalli village in Pavagada Taluk of Tumakuru district, Karnataka, has emerged as a role model in commercial floriculture through the successful cultivation of tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa), popularly known as rajnigandha. read more

On June 11th, the World Cup will begin in the United States, Canada, and Mexico. Through our international fresh produce and horticulture platforms, we are hosting a World Cup Football Pool. Who is the greatest football expert in the international fresh produce and horticulture sector? read more

The sector of pears in the province of Lleida, Spain, is predicting a reduced harvest due to poor fruit setting, a situation that is also impacting other regions in Catalonia, Spain, and in producing countries such as Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. According to Josep Cabré, head of fruit at Unión de read more

The prices offered to cherry growers in Greece have been decreasing in recent days due to the rise in product supply. "Cherries are eagerly awaited by the market, so the initial fruits from our region, which were harvested starting on April 25th, were purchased from local growers at 8 to 9 read more