European retail procurement in the peach and nectarine category is increasingly focused on supply stability, traceability, shelf life, cold chain management, packaging, and compliance with retailer specifications, according to David Saakyan, founder of BellyBella Fruit Company. "EU retailers" read more

Domestic supplies remained the mainstay of the market. Imported goods were scarce, with Polish products still being somewhat prominent in Berlin and Frankfurt. Deliveries from the Netherlands, Spain, and Italy were now rare, and Greek products had temporarily vanished. read more

Farmers in Nabinagar upazila in Bangladesh are increasing the cultivation of the Okinawa sweet potato variety as demand and yields continue to rise. The Japanese variety was first introduced on an experimental basis around three years ago. During the current season, cultivation expanded to nearly 30 acres. read more

The appearance of yellow vein chlorosis in citrus plantations in Alicante has raised significant concerns among farmers, as there is currently no treatment available for the virus. The only way to prevent its spread is by removing infected trees. Eradication efforts began in Camp d'Elx, where 600 lemon trees were removed. read more

For the eighth time, the horticultural trade show HortEx is about to kick off. But for the first time, this event will take place in Bangkok, Thailand. Scheduled from 20 to 22 May 2026 at BITEC, Bangkok, and co-located with Agritechnica ASIA, HortEx 2026 is set to offer opportunities for knowledge sharing, collaboration, and networking. read more

Just like many other products in California this year, stone fruit is also experiencing an early start to the season. "On average, apricots, peaches, and nectarines are about 10 days to two weeks earlier than usual, while plums and plumcots are about two to three weeks ahead," says Chad Allred from Kingsburg. read more

The fruit and vegetable market is increasingly entering the peak of the spring-summer season, with the start of new production campaigns and the first Italian harvests of numerous products. Apricots are seeing an increase in supply thanks to the beginning of the national harvest of early varieties. read more

Chiński rynek cebuli znajduje się obecnie w szczycie sezonu eksportowego, obserwuje się wyraźny trend zróżnicowania odmian. Według Pana Wanga z firmy Jining Shangzhuo Food Co., Ltd., ogólna podaż cebuli żółtej w Chinach jest w tym roku wystarczająca, a ceny pozostają stabilne. read more

The Elveden Estate in the United Kingdom is currently testing drip irrigation and soil monitoring systems to improve the efficient management of irrigation water in response to the increasingly dry growing conditions. Situated near Thetford on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, this 9,105-hectare estate is implementing these technologies to enhance its irrigation practices. read more

Strawberry flowering period is one of the most crucial moments in the entire production season. It is now that not only the size of the yield is determined, but above all, the quality and healthiness of the fruits. With the current weather anomalies and frequent rainfall

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As of July 1, 2026, Boix Europe will take a significant step forward with a major organizational change in the Netherlands and Germany. The current facility in Eerbeek will be completely closed. This decision represents a strategic repositioning that will allow Boix Europe to better serve its customers. read more

European diplomats visited the Bay of Plenty in New Zealand this week to assess the trade growth resulting from the European Union-New Zealand free trade agreement. The horticulture sector was singled out as one of the industries benefitting from expanded market opportunities. Lawrence Meredith headed the delegation, which consisted of read more

In 1995, the first online flower auction, TFA (Tele Flower Auction), was opened by visionary Hans Zwager of Oserian in response to the Dutch flower auctions' rejection of marketing African flowers. Today, Kenyan producers are on the board of Royal FloraHolland. Times change. read more

"We are doing okay but it has been a tough year on mangoes." So says Giorgio Ceciarelli of GC Imports as he reflects on mango production in Mexico at the moment. Production in the southern part of Mexico, including Chiapas, Oaxaca, and Michoacán, is finishing up with their Ataulfo mangoes. read more

Hitesh Limani of Agrodome Projects LLP, a protective cultivation and greenhouse manufacturer, states that India's domestic blueberry sector has transitioned from pilot-scale experiments to a more commercially viable stage in the last three years. He also mentioned that the industry has experienced a significant shift following the COVID-19 pandemic. read more

Spain: Grupo DIA achieves double-digit sales growth in Q1 2026

Spanish grocery retailer Grupo DIA reported 11.1% year-on-year sales growth, reaching €1.41 billion, in the first quarter of 2026. By the end of March, DIA was operating 2,373 supermarkets in Spain. Dia-branded products and fresh produce both contributed to this growth. read more

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

Australian marketer Grape Co Australia is taking a significant step towards promoting premium gold kiwifruit by obtaining exclusive Australian rights to a new variety. This move aims to develop a local industry that can rival imported New Zealand fruit. Grape Co Australia director Adrian Caia stated that... read more

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Morocco strengthened its presence in the Finnish tomato import market during the 2025/26 season, as reported by EastFruit. Direct exports doubled compared to the previous year, with Finland importing 2,200 tons of Moroccan tomatoes worth nearly EUR 6 million between July 2025 and February 2026. read more