More than 1,520 industry professionals from 77 countries attended the 2025 International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC) Congress, held from May 8–10 in Mallorca, Spain. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange insights, assess market trends, and discuss developments across the industry. read more

Pomimo trwających napięć geopolitycznych, Rosja nadal pozostaje głównym importerem mandarynek z południowokoreańskiej wyspy Jeju. Według Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Rosja stanowiła 53% eksportu cytrusów z wyspy w ubiegłym roku, otrzymując 1775 metrycznych ton spośród ogólnej.

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Russia continues to be the primary importer of tangerines from South Korea's Jeju Island. According to the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Russia accounted for 53% of the island's citrus exports last year, receiving 1,775 metric tons out of a total. read more

The cherry harvest started a few days ago in the hills of Cesena, beginning with the earliest varieties. According to price lists released by the Bologna market organization, wholesale prices range from €5 to €10 per kilogram, depending on the size and quality of the fruit. Loris Babbini from Le read more

The new campaigns for apricots and melons have started: the sale of smooth variety has also begun. The Italian nectarine campaign has started early. Volumes are still low for peaches, Platicarpa or Tabacchiera cultivars. Demand remains low for watermelons too. read more

Ostatnio, firma We Prove Solutions (WPS) odwiedziła nową lokalizację Gebr. Valstar w Bleiswijk, aby zobaczyć instalację w akcji. WPS zapewniło kompletną automatyzację procesu dostawy w tej szkółce. Poprzez zautomatyzowanie prawie całego procesu, Valstar optymalizuje wykorzystanie dostępnej przestrzeni. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Water Resources, and Fisheries has provided preliminary estimates indicating that Tunisia's summer stone fruit harvest for 2025 is expected to reach 251,500 tons, which represents a 2.8% increase from the 244,700 tons harvested in the previous season. This increase comes despite a slight decrease in cultivated areas. read more

Freight forwarders in South Africa are uncertain about the future of direct weekly sailings to the U.S., known as the American Express (Amex) service. This service, a partnership between Maersk and Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), has been running since 2019, providing. read more

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, Sakata inaugurated a new research station in Gaziler, located in the Kepez district of Antalya, Turkey. The inauguration ceremony was attended by Şakir Fırat Erkal, Antalya Provincial Director of Agriculture and Forestry; Dr. Hüseyin Çancı, Assistant Dean of the read more

A new variety called "Tupai King," also known as Squirrel King, is making a name for itself in the competitive premium durian market. Originating from Penang, Malaysia, Tupai King is attracting attention for its distinct sweet flavor. Despite its unattractive appearance, this variety stands out due to its delicious taste, generating interest in... read more

"Currently, we are offering watercress in its complete form, including the stems, leaves, and flowers. However, we will soon only be selling it as stems and leaves. Watercress is a versatile vegetable that can be used in various culinary preparations," says Andrea Tessadrelli, the scientific manager of L'Orto di Mimì. read more

The start-up Frankenspross from Schwaig near Nuremberg, Germany, is more than just a supplier of microgreens—it is the result of a personal health journey. Founder and medically certified nutritionist Moritz Bußler (right) experienced firsthand how powerful nutrition can be in healing chronic. read more

W dniu 16 maja, części południowej Serbii, gdzie znajduje się większość produkcji malin w kraju, doświadczyły nieoczekiwanego opadu śniegu, co wzbudziło obawy dotyczące już narażonej na szwank zbiorów w 2025 roku. Zdjęcia i filmy krążące w mediach społecznościowych pokazują plantacje malin pokryte warstwą śniegu, zaledwie kilka tygodni ... read more

After a season marked by tensions in international markets, even Sicilian lemons – an excellence of Made in Italy – had to deal with a phase of uncertainty. Specifically, the campaign of the first bloom, which represents the cornerstone of production for the sector, faced challenges. read more

At the World Union of Wholesale Markets conference in Johannesburg, the focus was on South Africa's economic stability amidst global crises. Khaya Sithole, a chartered accountant, emphasized the need for Africa to reassess its production and trade strategies. He highlighted the reset in Africa's... read more

The first mango harvests are starting in Senegal, specifically in the country's central region. Aminata Dominique Diouf, from Domaine Agricole de Nema, reports a smooth harvest and hopes to recover from a difficult period for the industry. Diouf shares, "We started our first harvest yesterday, and..." read more

A delegation of Dutch producers and government representatives recently visited New Covent Garden Market in London to explore opportunities for expanding sales of Dutch organic produce in the UK. The visit is part of the Netherlands' Action Plan for Growth in Organic Production. read more

Established in 2007 with commercial production starting in 2008, African Blue Morocco has become a key player in the blueberry sector of the country. The company currently oversees approximately 345 hectares of blueberry cultivation in both northern and southern Morocco and functions as part of the read more

Within six months, the 29th expoSE – Europe's premier trade fair for asparagus and berry production – and the 14th expoDirekt – Germany's biggest trade fair for direct marketing in agriculture – will be held at the Karlsruhe Exhibition Center. The event will take place from November 19 to 20, 2025, with 440 exhibitors. read more

In 2024, Guatemala established itself as the world's top melon exporter by volume, surpassing Spain, which had held the top position until 2023. According to a report by Hortoinfo, based on data from the UN Statistics Division COMTRADE using TARIC code 080719 (Fresh melons), Spain still leads in. read more

After the construction of a cutting-edge research center involving universities and research institutions, Kilometro Verde, "the largest vertical farm in Europe" with over 27 thousand square meters of cultivated land, is ready to take further steps with a second facility, following the first one. read more