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Ahold Delhaize announced that it has completed the acquisition of Romanian grocery retailer Profi Rom Food SRL (Profi) from MidEuropa for approximately €1.3 billion Enterprise Value. This acquisition has doubled Ahold Delhaize's retail presence in Romania, where it currently operates. read more

Morocco has launched a maritime route linking Agadir to Dakar, Senegal, with the goal of boosting trade, especially for the shipping of perishable goods like fruits and vegetables. This partnership between the Moroccan government and the British company Atlas Marine aims to offer a read more

Workers at numerous orchid farms in Lam Dong province are diligently getting ready for the most significant flower season of the year: The Lunar New Year (Tet). From early morning till late in the night, the farms are filled with hustle and bustle to meet deadlines for shipments heading to northern provinces. read more

Golden Bee has established a reputation for itself through its international trade of tropical fruits. Located in Ho Chi Minh City, the company is dedicated to providing customers with high-quality fruits like durian, longan, jackfruit, passion fruit, and papaya. Their product line also includes vegetables, such as sweet potatoes. read more

The Senegalese watermelon export campaign is set to begin soon and will continue until April, with consistent volumes and prices, as reported by grower Mohamed Mbengue. Mbengue stated, "In the Niyaes region in northwestern Senegal, we will commence the initial harvests on January 26. Our production areas have remained steady compared to last year." read more

India saw a spike in grape orders on New Year's Eve as people embraced a Spanish tradition. The custom involves eating '12 lucky grapes' at midnight, representing good luck for the upcoming year. This trend made grapes one of the most sought-after items in quick commerce. read more

The National Almond Institute in Maputo has released data indicating a significant increase in macadamia nut production and exports during the 2023/24 agricultural season. The country achieved a yield of 5,000 tons with exports generating over $27 million from 3,735 tons. Mozambique's macadamia nuts have gained significant prominence in the global market. read more

"It seems everything was slightly delayed due to a late winter in South Africa. But temperatures there are now so good that brix development is up to scratch, and the grapes are on schedule," Cornelis Ernst, Product Manager, and Wessel van Doesburg, Account Manager at OTC Organics, told us. read more

The Yunnan Province, also known as the "Flower Kingdom" in southwest China, has achieved significant advancements in its flower seed industry by developing its own varieties and implementing smart agriculture practices. The provincial capital, Kunming, boasts ideal conditions for flower cultivation due to its geographic location in low latitudes and high... read more

Within the cut flower industry, the most imported flowers by Spain until October of this year have been roses, with 53 million euros (+18%), and carnations, with 19 million euros (+13%). Chrysanthemums also stand out, with a 27% increase in imports, totaling 6.8 million euros.

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Family-run business A. Noort BV was originally a scheduled carrier operating routes to Germany. However, since 2015, they have shifted their focus to e-commerce through their webshop, including Floriday. Collaborating with international growers is crucial for their operations. One of their partners is Native Blooms, a rose nursery from Ecuador. A. Noort read more

Malaysia has experienced a significant growth in its pineapple export market, with France and New Zealand being the latest countries to join its international client base. According to Sheikh Umar Bagharib Ali, the chairman of the Malaysian Pineapple Industry Board, there has been a substantial increase in exports. read more

Hortifrut Perú has recently achieved a milestone by successfully completing its first blueberry shipment to China through the newly inaugurated Port of Chancay. The shipment, which included 32 containers, arrived in the Asian country on December 18, with the ports of Shanghai and Hong Kong as the targeted destinations. read more

China: Alibaba to sell Sun Art stake to DCP for $1.6 billion China's Alibaba Group Holding Ltd has announced its agreement to sell its majority stake in the hypermarket chain Sun Art Retail Group to Chinese private equity firm DCP Capital for HK$12.298 billion ($1.58 billion). Source: reuters.com. DESPAR Italia wins Retailer read more

Popyt na bataty gwałtownie wzrósł w Izraelu, na Zachodnim Brzegu oraz w Strefie Gazy podczas obecnego mokrego i zimnego zimy. Guy David, szef Stowarzyszenia Przemysłu Batatowego Izraela, mówi: "Popyt zimowy idzie dobrze. Jak dotąd wygląda to dobrze, głównie dzięki kolorowym batatom. read more

During its term leading the European Union, Poland has chosen to distribute apples at EU events, emphasizing its status as the leading apple producer in Europe. This initiative, announced by the Polish Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, is designed to support local farmers and showcase their products. read more

As reported by Freshuelva, an association of berry fruit producers from the Huelva region in Spain, in the 2025 season the area of ​​cultivation of these fruits increased by 4% and reached 12,274 hectares. The largest percentage increase was observed

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In Brazil, the Northeast region is the main area for mango cultivation, Rio Grande do Norte is known for its melon production, and São Paulo is a major producer of lemons, yielding around 1.3 million tons annually. Grapes are mostly grown in São Paulo. read more

W Auckland, Nowa Zelandia, pojedyncza samica orientalnej muchy owocowej została odkryta w pułapce do monitorowania znajdującej się w ogrodzie w Papatoetoe, co skłoniło do natychmiastowych działań ze strony Biosecurity New Zealand. Pomimo izolowanego znaleziska, bez dalszych wykryć w otaczających 187 pułapkach. read more

Despite the ongoing inflation and market uncertainty, the management of Westfalen Frischdienst in Hamm, Germany, can reflect on a successful financial year in 2024. The wholesale company, established in 2017, experienced growth in both sales and customer numbers. Now, it is important to read more