Global onion markets are currently stable, but with a cautious tone. There is sufficient supply in many regions, steady retail demand, and some price pressure in specific markets. Trade dynamics are being influenced by quality issues, changing export patterns, and seasonal shifts in key producing areas. Italy has reported... read more

Fruit growers in the Biała Rawska region of Poland are facing serious concerns after prolonged frosts below -20°C swept through the country. Such extreme winter conditions have not been seen in the region for 12-14 years. Local orchardists report significant losses due to the low temperatures. read more

Hong Kong-based CK Hutchison has warned Denmark's A.P. Moller-Maersk of possible legal action regarding the management of two ports in Panama. This comes after Panama authorities decided to cancel CK Hutchison's contract for the Balboa and Cristobal ports. read more

As Valentine's Day week drives up the demand for flowers, florists throughout the city are reporting that skyrocketing wholesale prices and changing market dynamics have led to their businesses facing losses instead of profits. Rajesh Gaikwad, a florist who has been selling flowers on J.M. Road for over three decades, mentioned that he read more

Morocco became the largest avocado exporter in Africa in 2025, surpassing Kenya as shipments from East Africa decreased. According to initial data from the FAO Tropical Fruits Market Review, total African avocado exports increased by 16.7% in 2025 to approximately 430,000 tons, with growth mainly driven by North Africa. read more

The demand for shallots is good and the market is stable. "We have likely just received our final shipment from Nevada," says Ian Zimmerman of Maurice A. Auerbach, Inc. "In addition to U.S. shallots, we have also been importing products from the Brittany region in France." read more

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, traditionally a time when the demand for strawberries skyrockets. However, due to severe weather in Spain and Portugal, prices for Belgian and Dutch strawberries are also rapidly increasing. "We always observe a significant price surge, but the inconsistent quality from read more

Singapore: Grab announces its fourth quarter and 2025 results with first full year net profit. Grab Holdings Limited reported unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter ending on December 31, 2025: Q4 2025 revenue increased by 19% year-over-year to $906 million. Q4 2025 on-demand Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) grew by 21% year-over-year to... read more

Italia Ortofrutta - Unione Nazionale welcomes the temporary authorization granted by the Ministry of Health for the use of the phytosanitary product DORMEX on kiwi crops in the Southern regions of Italy. read more

The organic production sector in Spain states that it does not oppose imports from Mercosur countries as part of the EU-Mercosur free trade agreement, but emphasizes the importance of ensuring reciprocity in market access. Álvaro Barrera, president of Ecovalia, mentioned that organic products entering the European Union must adhere to certain standards. read more

Are leafy greens becoming the new gold in the North American Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) market? Considering the buzz surrounding them at Indoor Ag-Con, the answer is a resounding yes. However, the entire CEA industry is also grappling with the repercussions of past mistakes, particularly in this crop, and new developments are emerging. read more

The plantation operator Sipef, based in Schoten, Antwerp, achieved record financial results last year, driven by strong performance in its established plantations and advantageous sales prices. The company has a global presence, operating in Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and Ivory Coast. read more

The suspense is over: the first South African stonefruit have arrived in China, with Delecta opening the field with late cultivar yellow and white flesh nectarines. "When we got word that the final approval had been signed and South Africa could now officially send stonefruit to China, we made read more

The Vittoria countryside, in the province of Ragusa, last Thursday, February 5th, hosted a strategic Open Day for the tomato sector. At the center of the event, organized by BASF | Nunhems and Euroagri, the cherry tomato Daivion F1 was showcased. The variety is presented as a response. read more

Flower Farmers in Bahong, Philippines, are currently busy preparing their flower products for the upcoming Valentine's Day celebration. Bahong is renowned as the Rose Capital of the Philippines, with roses being the most sought-after flower during the Valentine's season. Local farmers are anticipating read more

The Consortium for the Protection of Sicilian Red Oranges PGI expresses deep concern about the entry into the European market, and in particular the Italian market, of oranges from Egypt containing residues of pesticides banned in Italy. The news, reported by the Alert System, is causing alarm within the Consortium. read more

9 February 2026, the Omsk regional office of Russia's plant health authority detected western flower thrips (Frankliniella occidentalis) in a consignment of 5,600 chrysanthemum cuttings imported from China via Kazakhstan. Laboratory testing confirmed the presence of viable specimens. read more

Tomato growers in the Netherlands produce 80-100 kg of large vine tomatoes per square meter. After harvesting, an intensive packaging and quality control process takes place. At Schenkeveld, this process is increasingly being carried out using AI-driven quality control, with the GearStation from a technology company. read more

The demand for ENVY™ apples is growing in various Asian markets in anticipation of the Lunar New Year and Tết celebrations. Forecasted volumes for the 2026 trading period are exceeding the levels seen in 2025 in countries like China, Vietnam, and Thailand. In China, the projected volumes for 2026 are expected to be 27% higher than the previous year. read more

Po ostatnich burzach Agroseguro otrzymał zgłoszenia dotyczące 22 213 hektarów uszkodzonych terenów rolniczych, co w sumie daje szacowaną kwotę 35 milionów euro wypłat odszkodowań. Niemniej jednak, ta liczba jest wstępna i może się zwiększyć do około 40 000 hektarów, jak twierdzi Sergio de Andrés, dyrektor generalny. read more