This fall, tens of thousands of children across the Netherlands, Germany, England, France, Canada, and Sweden planted flower bulbs. They learned how and when to do this using a free flower bulb kit from Bulbs4Kids. As part of the project, 2,060 classes received a Bulbs4Kids kit. read more

SPAR is sending a clear message about quality and regional produce in domestic agriculture: In the autumn of 2025, the new fruit and vegetable bonus for 2024 and 2025 was awarded for the first time. This premium will now be paid out every two years and is part of the newly revised SPAR Fruit & Veg program. read more

The movement of avocados, blueberries, cucumbers, bell peppers, strawberries, and tomatoes continues to shift across US ports of entry, with trading activity and pricing varying by region and product. Below is a condensed overview of current trends. Avocado movement from Mexico through Texas crossings is read more

Ball Australia produces high-quality flower and vegetable seedlings, supplying growers who depend on precision, consistency, and strong plant performance. As their operations continue to expand, maintaining precise control over light, energy, and climate has become even more crucial. read more

The 6th edition of the Morocco Berry Conference, held in Agadir under the theme 'African Berries', brought together nearly 700 industry professionals from more than 25 countries, says Siham Zahidi, co-founder of Green Smile: "The Morocco Berry Conference 2025 has been the largest and most read more

The tenth edition of the Food Africa trade show will be held from December 9 to 12 in Cairo, Egypt, bringing together professionals from around the world dedicated to fresh produce, dates, grains, and processed foods. According to Dalia Kabeel, co-founder of the event, fresh produce and its read more

Isabelle van Doorn, the new head of strawberries at Moleda, recently attended the ExpoSE trade fair in Karlsruhe, Germany, where she interacted with numerous users of the company's Plantsauna system. With the team having recently relocated to a larger headquarters, the company now has greater capacity to meet the increased demand. read more

The ongoing wedding season has led to a sharp increase in the demand for flowers, especially roses and marigolds, causing prices to significantly rise at flower markets. This price hike is due to various factors, including a change in crop preferences among farmers who are now choosing to grow more of these popular flowers. read more

Yunnan is a significant agricultural province in China, well known for its fresh-cut flowers and blueberries. Blueberries usually start appearing in the market in November. However, this year, Yunnan has seen unusually heavy rainfall, with the rainy season lasting longer than usual. read more

Pb Tec has opened a new location in McKinney, TX. The new location will house operational and administrative staff, as well as a panel building shop to enhance customer service in the United States. "This new location is a crucial milestone in the expansion of Pb Tec's North American operations." read more

Dostępność importowanych jabłek na indyjskim rynku jest obecnie stabilna i konsekwentna, ciągłe dostawy zapewniają zdrowy przepływ na rynku i konkurencyjne ceny, mówi Mayur Sakpal z Gurudatt Impex Pvt. Ltd. "Rynek oferuje szereg różnych odmian i opcji jakości, bez większych braków". read more

In recent years, the narrative of food has changed channels: from the supermarket shelves to the screens of smartphones, where fruits and vegetables become protagonists of viral trends. Today, social media platforms have a decisive influence on the tastes and purchasing choices of consumers. read more

The 28th Chrysanthemum Show Competition-cum-Sale concluded at Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) with a good turnout of flower and garden enthusiasts. The event, organized by the Department of Floriculture and Landscaping and the Estate Organization, featured nearly 4,000 pots of brightly-colored chrysanthemums. read more

Sagar Rajput of Kulswamini Fruit Export states that India's banana exports are stable, with increasing demand during winter, particularly from Iran. Rajput also mentions that there are ample opportunities in banana exports, and currently, the market is performing strongly. Kulswamini Fruit predominantly exports the G9 Cavendish variety. read more

Three dried-fruit processors from Isfara, the leading dried-fruit hub in Central Asia, are exhibiting their products at Food Ingredients Europe 2025, taking place in Paris from 2 to 4 December. The participating companies, Barakat Isfara, Dolina Fruktov, and Ali Apricot, are showcasing a wide variety of. read more

The Egyptian strawberry season started early this year with a considerable increase in acreage and supply. However, quality issues have reduced the proportion of exportable strawberries. Several exporters noted that prices at the beginning of the season were lower compared to the previous season. read more

Yunnan is a key agricultural province in China, especially known for its fresh-cut flowers and blueberries. Blueberries usually start appearing in the market in November. However, this year Yunnan has had unusually high rainfall, causing the rainy season to last longer than usual. read more

In Melivia, Larissa, a significant chestnut-growing region in Greece, this year's harvest was lower than the average of recent years but notably higher than last year's. "As for the size of the fruits, we are seeing the typical pattern. Specifically, 60% to 70% of the production falls into the first two... read more

W listopadzie, grudniu oraz na początku stycznia mango z Australii jest dostępne w ograniczonych ilościach na rynku amerykańskim. Jest ono inne niż mango z Ameryki Południowej, które dominuje na amerykańskim rynku w tym okresie. To, co naprawdę wyróżnia australijskie mango spośród innych odmian, to ich

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Peruvian grapes are currently the top choice in Van Dijk Foods' selection. "Italy's grape season is wrapping up earlier this year. While there is still some supply available, the quality isn't as high as before. Typically, we would continue with Italian grapes until the end of December, but that won't be possible this time." read more