Tractor blockades are causing traffic jams in various locations across Greece. Here are the exact locations where the blockades are taking place.
2025-12-08 00:00
There are more than 50 ongoing tractor blockades reported across Greece as of the morning of Monday, December 8. These blockades have been set up at key junctions on the country's main highways and at all customs points on the borders with neighboring countries. We have compiled a list of their exact locations.
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Online sales of plant protection products under control - new regulations regarding online sales.
2025-12-08 00:00
On December 1, 2025, the President of the Republic of Poland signed an amendment to the Plant Protection Products Act, introducing key changes regarding the trade of products intended for fumigation and the sale of plant protection products intended for professional users.
read moreKenya is modifying its packaging systems for horticultural exports.
2025-12-08 00:00
Opakowanie odgrywa centralną rolę w łańcuchach dostaw eksportu w Kenii dla kwiatów, owoców i warzyw. Dla produktów kierowanych na rynki europejskie, kartony decydują o tym, czy kwiaty dotrą nietknięte, czy też świeże produkty zachowają jakość po transporcie na długie dystanse. Kenijscy producenci kartonów...
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Imports of mandarins are increasing across various regions in Russia, with one shipment found to be contaminated.
2025-12-08 00:00
W całej Rosji od początku 2025 roku zostało już przywiezionych 594 300 ton mandarynek, z czego niemal połowa pochodzi z Turcji. Tylko w listopadzie do kraju przybyło 120 660 ton owoców, głównie z Turcji, Chin i Maroka. Okręg Federalny Syberyjski: Według Syberyjskiego
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Ethiopia is potentially moving towards the next phase of modernizing its horticultural sector. With a wide variety of fruits, vegetables, and ornamental plants, the country is becoming more aware of the limitations of traditional open-field farming in the face of climate changes and market requirements.
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Uncovering the future of processing pineapples
2025-12-08 00:00
For almost 30 years, the Japanese company Astra Inc. has been pushing the boundaries of automated fruit peeling. Originating as a small idea on a family farm in Fukushima, it has evolved into a prominent player in food processing technology. Their latest product, the FAP-3000, showcases their innovation.
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A sudden decline in domestic air travel has disrupted the supply chain responsible for transporting flowers from southern states, primarily Karnataka, to Kolkata. This has caused the city's busy wedding season to face a shortage of fresh blooms. In addition, local flower production has been affected by heavy rainfall, leaving florists and event planners scrambling for solutions.
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UK apple variety 'Rymer' rediscovered in Australia and Kashmir
2025-12-08 00:00
Apple rootstock that was believed to have disappeared from England has been identified in Australia and Kashmir using DNA analysis. Pomologists have confirmed that this material is a direct ancestor of several apple cultivars, such as Bramley's Seedling, Annie Elizabeth, and Newton Wonder. These research findings were recently presented.
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"Rozwój odmian jest kluczem do konkurencyjności Maroka w przemyśle owoców miękkich"
2025-12-08 00:00
Sezon miękkich owoców w Maroku właśnie się rozpoczął, dostępne są różne produkty: truskawki, maliny, borówki i jeżyny. Perspektywy marketingowe są dość zadowalające, co jest nagrodą za trudny okres sadzenia, według Sofii Rbei, dyrektora generalnego Afripick. Producent opisuje
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Portugal has begun an early Algarve strawberry harvest to meet the demand from the European Union.
2025-12-08 00:00
Strawberry producers in the Algarve have started the winter harvest, with the first batches being sent to a Dutch supermarket chain and later to Christmas markets across Northern Europe. According to producer Luís Rocha, "it's starting to get cold there, it's starting to snow, and so they have to."
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In the period from January to September 2025, Azerbaijan imported 7.17 tons of sweet potatoes worth US$10,380. This indicates a 72% decrease in value and an 88% decrease in volume compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by ABC.AZ citing data from the State Statistics Committee.
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Peru is increasing its desert farming activities amid growing concerns about water usage.
2025-12-08 00:00
The vast desert plains of the Ica region in southwestern Peru have undergone a radical transformation in just a few decades. Areas that were once mostly sand and wind now feature extensive cultivation of blueberries, grapes, asparagus, and mangoes. This phenomenon is occurring in many other areas as well.
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Sainsbury's: "Customers can purchase seasonal vegetables ideal for preparing delicious side dishes"
2025-12-08 00:00
Carrefour Belgium will open its own stores on Sundays. Starting from January 18, all 83 Carrefour stores in Belgium, including 40 hypermarkets and 43 supermarkets, will be open on Sundays. This decision was driven by the success of Delhaize's Sunday openings and is seen as a necessary step for the Carrefour chain.Source: retaildetail.eu UK
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Egyptian strawberries dipped in chocolate are a favorite snack at German Christmas markets.
2025-12-08 00:00
The egipska sezon truskawkowy jest w pełni na LuBa Fresh. "Zaczęliśmy dwa tygodnie wcześniej niż zwykle. Zazwyczaj sezon otwiera się z wysokimi cenami, ale w tym roku nie było tak. Poziom cen zaczął się od niskiego, chociaż od tamtej pory ceny wzrosły. W zeszłym tygodniu były nawet bardzo wysokie, ale
The Egyptian strawberry season is in full swing at LuBa Fresh. "We started two weeks earlier than usual. Normally, the season opens with high prices, but that was not the case this year. The price level began low, although prices have since risen. Last week they were even very high, but read more
The Egyptian strawberry season is in full swing at LuBa Fresh. "We started two weeks earlier than usual. Normally, the season opens with high prices, but that was not the case this year. The price level began low, although prices have since risen. Last week they were even very high, but read more
Ukraine increases tomato imports to 81,800 tons.
2025-12-08 00:00
W styczniu do października 2025 r. Ukraina zwiększyła import pomidorów do 81,8 tys. ton i ogórków do 109,6 tys. ton, przekraczając wolumeny zanotowane w tym samym okresie zeszłego roku. Turcja pozostała głównym dostawcą obu tych upraw, zgodnie z danymi cytowanymi przez EastFruit i UNN. Statystyka.
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Egypt is increasing its exports of onions and potatoes.
2025-12-08 00:00
Egypt is consistently improving its status as a leading global provider of fresh fruits and vegetables. The increasing demand in Europe, Asia, and the Middle East, along with seasonal shortages in other regions, are fueling the country's fast-growing export industry. Publicly accessible data on production is also contributing to this trend.
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Peru seizes 3.4 tons of cocaine in banana export route
2025-12-08 00:00
Peruvian authorities have reported that over 3,407 kilograms of cocaine were intercepted this week in the northwestern region of Piura. According to the interior ministry, the drugs were meant to be hidden in banana export boxes and sent to Belgium. The seizure took place on Wednesday.
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India: Introduction to the potential of floriculture crops
2025-12-08 00:00
The Wokha District Administration, in collaboration with the North East Institute of Science & Technology (CSIR–NEIST) in Jorhat, Assam, and the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (ICAR–KVK) in Wokha, successfully conducted a preliminary workshop on the Cluster Development of Medicinal, Aromatic, and Floriculture.
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Avocado has become the most important crop for Huaral Fruit Export SAC. During its first season, the company exported a total of 50 containers, with Japan accounting for 40% of this volume. This market stands out because it accepts a wide range of sizes, allowing for better fruit utilization.
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Carrefour has launched a pop-up store in Belgium, named The Box.
2025-12-08 00:00
The Box by Carrefour is the new temporary concept launched on November 28th in Brussels, near the Christmas market and the Ferris wheel. The brand's goal is to attract a younger customer base. Spanning 45 m², this mini-store was constructed in just 4 days using.
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