Turkey, the world's largest hazelnut producer, is experiencing significant crop losses this season due to a cold snap and heavy rainfall that have damaged orchards in key growing areas. The adverse weather conditions have impacted yields and are anticipated to lead to higher global prices. In Ordu Province, which is one of the country's major hazelnut-producing regions, the situation is particularly dire. read more

Moldova exported almost 6,300 tonnes of apples in September 2025, which represented an 18% increase compared to the same month in 2024, when shipments reached around 5,200 tonnes, according to Logos Press. Data from the Moldova Fruct Association indicates that apple exports in September had been declining. read more

Cipro may have found an unexpected weapon in the battle against the Asian citrus psyllid (Diaphorina citri), the vector insect of Huanglongbing (HLB), the most feared citrus disease in the world - as reported on Portalfruticola.com. Credit goes to researchers at the Valencian Institute. read more

Syria's central bank governor, Abdul Qadir Al-Hasriya, announced that a new national currency will be introduced in early 2026 to replace the current Syrian lira, which has sharply devalued since 2011. The new currency will include six denominations and will be part of broader monetary and economic reforms. read more

The United Arab Emirates will host an event for the green industry from 15 to 17 November 2025, with the launch of Myplant & Garden Middle East: an international B2B exhibition dedicated to horticulture, landscaping, and green innovation. The event will take place at the Dubai Exhibition Centre, Expo City. read more

The berry industry in Ukraine is constantly developing, with a focus on modernization, increasing exports, and implementing sustainable production practices. Local producers are making their mark in the European market. In western Ukraine, Deddenz Agro, an organic producer from the Rivne region, is expanding its strawberry production. read more

The Ecuadorian company Interanza, known for its expertise in exporting avocados, has expanded its product range to include mangoes, dragon fruit, and bananas. Dennise Alarcón announced this expansion during an event at the Ecuadorian Embassy in the Netherlands, which was attended by key international clients. read more

The Minister for European Funds, Stefan Zrinzo Azzopardi, along with the CEO of European Services in Malta (SEM), Rodrick Zerafa, visited the new facilities of FNG Supplies Co. Ltd in Rabat. FNG Supplies is one of Malta's primary importers of fruits and vegetables, providing services to restaurants, hotels, and more. read more

From November 15th to 18th, deGusto returns, the international professional trade fair dedicated to high-quality food and beverages, a flagship of Made in Italy. An eagerly awaited event by producers, industry operators, and enthusiasts, which this year is taking place in a new location. read more

A computer engineer who left a high-paying technical career to pursue farming has become an inspiration for many young people in Rajasthan. Abhijat Gupta now earns hundreds of thousands of rupees annually by cultivating Dutch roses, at a time when many are abandoning traditional farming practices. read more

A woman who works at the 'world's only 24-hour, drive-through florist' has revealed what truly happens behind the scenes - from unusual bouquet requests to post-breakup arrangements and rush orders for 'apology' flowers. The Flower Station, situated in the upscale Marylebone area, offers these services around the clock. read more

Ukraine is planning to reintroduce its state grants program for orchards and greenhouse farms in 2026, with the goal of supporting niche agricultural production and generating employment opportunities in regional areas. Deputy Minister of Economy, Taras Vysotsky, highlighted the importance of assisting farmers, especially those in frontline and recently developed areas. read more

AgriSound has partnered with global avocado producer Westfalia Fruit to research pollinator activity and enhance avocado breeding and commercial production using real-time monitoring technology. The collaboration will utilize bioacoustic data to study pollination patterns and identify trends. read more

The global potato industry is currently experiencing a period of change in major production and export areas, with various developments such as negotiations for market access and significant price adjustments in Europe. In North America, a Mexican trade delegation recently visited Colorado as part of the 2025 Reverse. read more

The International Maritime Organization's groundbreaking Net-Zero Framework (NZF) has failed in a dramatic manner, leaving the fresh produce shipping industry to deal with more uncertainty regarding the implementation of new global emission standards. read more

Sri Lanka is gearing up to enhance the organic cultivation of fruits and vegetables in response to the European Union's forthcoming sustainability regulations for agricultural imports. The EU is working on new laws that will mandate exporters to comply with more rigorous sustainability standards. read more

Podaż zielonych warzyw szklarniowych z Ontario wzrosła, między innymi dzięki otwarciu nowej operacji w tej prowincji. Ian Adamson z Greenbelt Organic Greens, certyfikowanego producenta organicznych warzyw, mówi: "Nasza podaż również wzrosła dzięki optymalizacji programu nawożenia i profilu glebowego". read more

The campaign for harvesting and processing of industrial tomatoes in the Northern Italy basin for the year 2025 has been completed, with the last delivery to the plant on October 11th. The quality and record quantity of tomatoes delivered were excellent. The negotiations between... read more

"We are much more than a producers' organization: we are a community that shares values, vision, and common goals," begins Francesco Laporta, a sales representative and spokesperson for the new generations of Agritalia O.P., in describing the philosophy that guides the cooperative headquartered. read more

Ceny warzyw i artykułów spożywczych wzrosły na hurtowych rynkach w Bułgarii w ciągu ostatniego tygodnia, według danych ze Stanowej Komisji ds. Giełd Towarowych i Hurtowych Rynków. Indeks cen hurtowych artykułów spożywczych, monitorujący ceny hurtowe artykułów spożywczych w kraju, wzrósł o 0,22% do 2,272. read more