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Ukraine's vegetable market is entering an active phase in March 2026 with the start of early imports, mainly potatoes and onions from Turkey and Egypt. Domestic producers selling stored stocks are facing stronger competition, prompting adjustments in pricing and sales strategies. Imported early... read more

Egypt's National Food Safety Authority (NFSA) reported export activity between March 28 and April 3, 2026, with a focus on fresh produce shipments. During the period, Egypt exported 5,065 consignments totaling around 230,000 tons, handled by approximately 1,400 companies and covering nearly 730. read more

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. reported results for the third quarter of fiscal 2026 and updated its full-year outlook. "Driven by continued solid performance in our North America segment, we delivered another quarter in line with our expectations," said CEO Mike Smith. He added that the company is read more

Mangos can soften and deteriorate within a few weeks at room temperature, with the fruit turning yellow, softening, and breaking down at the cellular level in warm conditions. A study on the "Tainong No.1" variety in China has shown that storage at 12°C can extend the shelf life to over three weeks. read more

Onions from Spain have become one of the preferred options in many Moroccan markets, primarily because of their lower price. While domestic onions cost around 18 dirhams (approximately 1.67 euros) per kilogram, imported ones are priced between 8 and 10 dirhams, making them more attractive to consumers. However, some individuals believe... read more

An industry-first briefing that connects developments in the Middle East with potential impacts on the fresh produce sector has offered businesses guidance on how to prepare for continued geopolitical uncertainty. The International Fresh Produce Association Australia–New Zealand hosted a discussion on this topic. read more

At the end of the first week of April, both the last winter cucumbers and the first spring cucumbers from the island of Crete are available on the market. However, I believe that after Orthodox Easter, the winter season will come to an end, while spring cucumbers will enter full production. read more

After the bad weather at the beginning of April, the heat is finally returning this week. Following the Easter holidays, high pressure continues to dominate over Italy, ensuring plenty of sunshine and a significant increase in temperatures, in line with seasonal averages. In many areas, read more

A Belgian hellebore grower improved root health by replacing hydrogen peroxide dosing with a water treatment system and used microbiome data to verify the results. Tom Van Paemel, a hellebore grower in Belgium, was facing root issues. Upon receiving guidance from another grower, he made the switch. read more

W tym tygodniu ceny hurtowe ogórków szklarniowych zaczęły spadać na Ukrainie, zgodnie z analizami projektu EastFruit. Ciepła i częściowo słoneczna pogoda w całym kraju znacząco przyspieszyła dojrzewanie lokalnych warzyw szklarniowych. Wolumeny zbiorów w gospodarstwach szklarniowych. read more

Flooding in northern Australia has posed a challenge for mango grower Manbulloo, as managing director Marie Piccone describes an unusually rainy season that has drastically changed conditions in both the Northern Territory and Queensland. The Territory has been hit particularly hard. "We've had two fairly read more

Problems related to logistics caused by the conflict in the Middle East are also impacting Ukraine, a country that is already facing numerous difficulties due to war. Volodymyr Gurzhiy, a representative of the Ukrainian apple exporter USPA Fruit, stated that the situation remains highly unpredictable and challenging to navigate. read more

The bad weather continues to affect the Adriatic coast and Southern Italy, with heavy rains and snowfall that in the last 72 hours have hit Marche, Abruzzo, Molise, Basilicata, Puglia, and Calabria. The exceptional precipitation has caused landslides, rockfalls, structural collapses, and serious... read more

The La Linea Verde Group announces the acquisition of BCS, a Belgian company specializing in the production of fresh soups, and, through its French subsidiary La Ligne Verte, of La Ferme d’Anchin, a French company specialized in the same segment, thus strengthening its European position. read more

The 2026 Alphonso season in India is shaping up as a year in which traditional buyers are still holding on to the genuine GI-tagged Ratnagiri Alphonso, but many customers are switching to cheaper alternatives, says Madhura Inamdar of Yashaswi Mangoes and Food. "Traditional buyers still value read more

The UK company NextGen Nano has announced plans to launch a pilot agrivoltaics initiative in West Africa using its PolyPower™ transparent organic solar film technology. The pilot project aims to showcase the combination of food production and renewable energy generation within greenhouses. read more

P.L. Light Systems proudly celebrates 45 years of providing premium commercial horticultural lighting solutions as a leading manufacturer in North America. With over four decades of specialized experience, we have been dedicated to stimulating, supporting, and sustaining growth in controlled environment agriculture (CEA). read more

Tomatoes continue to be one of the most popular vegetables consumed in Albania, but retail prices have risen to US$3.70 to US$4.65 per kilogram for standard tomatoes and US$7.40 to US$8.40 per kilogram for cherry tomatoes. At the beginning of the season, domestic tomatoes were sold at US$1.80 per kilogram in January, while imported tomatoes were priced at... read more

In the warmest regions of Poland, the flowering of blueberries is beginning. The peak of blooming on these plantations may fall in the coming days, as the farmers say – traditionally around Easter. Luckily, the higher temperatures forecasted for this time should... read more

Diesel and fuel prices in Zimbabwe have increased by 34 to 39%, which has been described as a "shocking" rise by William Zirebwa of Takura. Takura is a grower-exporter of peas, fine beans, passion fruit, and chillies, with plans to expand to include more vegetables and fruit. There are even considerations of importing fruit into Zimbabwe in the future. read more