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Global demand for nuts is steadily increasing, driven by dietary trends and their use in processed products. South Africa is expanding its export market as production and market access improve. Trade data is available from the World Trade Organization and the UN Conference on Trade and Development. read more

The colder-than-expected winter weather has affected the early melon crops in Messara and Tympaki on the island of Crete, Greece. Mr. Ilias Martimianakis, owner of the local trading company Martim Martim, emphasizes that "Early crops are for those who are adventurous. This implies that they have the potential to yield good results." read more

Quality and freshness are at the heart of the new online campaign by Lidl Italy. With the slogan "The Beat of Freshness," the retail chain has relied on original experts in the field to show what it means to be a reference point in the fruits and vegetables department. read more

Cytrusy stały się stałym elementem spożycia w Chinach, począwszy od mandarynek o wczesnej dojrzałości, poprzez świeże pomarańcze navel aż po lemoniadę sprzedawaną przez cały rok. Produkcja przekroczyła 70 milionów ton w 2025 roku, a wydajność na jednostkę wzrosła o ponad 21 procent w ciągu ostatnich pięciu lat. read more

BioSikelia makes its debut at Macfrut 2026 with organic avocados and mangoes grown in Sicily, specifically in Siracusa, aiming to strengthen its positioning in the fruit and vegetable sector with sustainable tropical productions of high quality. read more

"We are currently halfway through the winter vegetable season. We still have most of our products available, including Swiss chard, Catalogna chicory, puntarelle, parsley, fennel, broccoli, black cabbage, Romanesco cauliflower, and turnip greens. Additionally, we are in the process of transplanting our spring and summer crops." read more

At Maatschap Van Overbeke, a strawberry growing operation based in Waregem, Belgium, the season is approaching but has not yet begun. "We expect the first harvest in about ten days. The first fruits are starting to color, but we haven't started picking yet. Everything depends on the weather. read more

At Freshchoi, the season for Chinese vegetables from Dutch greenhouses has started again. "We are pleased to begin our own Dutch production again. The Spanish season for Asian leafy crops had its ups and downs due to flooding. This led to an inconsistent supply and high prices during the winter." read more

The State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection is working on opening the market of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for Ukrainian plant and livestock products, according to the agency's head Serhii Tkachuk. During an international business trip to Asia, the leadership of the agency discussed potential trade opportunities with Vietnamese officials. read more

Emilia Lewandowska, office manager for Fruit-Group, states that the challenging apple season in Turkey has led to a rise in demand for Polish apples this year. She explains, "Our season has been quite steady with no significant issues regarding raw material shortages. Lately, we have observed a growing demand." read more

A large delegation from the Wase Tuindersgilde, a growers' association in the Waasland region of Belgium, visited Phormium's production site in Lokeren for an in-depth study day focused on screen cloths and their role in modern, energy-efficient, and profitable cultivation. During a presentation read more

Selecta-One UK has announced important changes to its team as the company works on enhancing its support for growers in the UK and Ireland. As a part of this transition, Fiona Marley has resigned from her position, effective as of Friday, March 27, 2026. The company expresses its gratitude to Fiona. read more

The growing instability in freight rates due to the Iran war is not on the same level as the significant increase in freight rates during the Covid era, as per analysis by Drewry Shipping Consultants. Based on the latest data from Drewry Container Freight Rate Insight updated yesterday, spot ocean rates are... read more

The retail chain POBEDA is expanding its presence in the Russian food retail market by implementing a structured supply model that prioritizes consistent availability and competitive pricing of fresh produce. Supplier selection is based on three criteria: reliability of deliveries, price-to-quality ratio, read more

It's picture time! Last week, GreenTech Americas took place in Queretaro, Mexico. The event focuses on the controlled environment production of high-value crops in Latin America and has become a benchmark event for the region since its inception. With over 230 exhibitors and a comprehensive knowledge program... read more

Loquat has been seen for sale in a supermarket in Minsk, making a rare appearance of the fruit in the local market. The product was imported from China. The retail price is approximately 62 Belarusian rubles per kilogram (€18.00/kg), suggesting a positioning in the non-mass segment. read more

The greenhouse industry in the Netherlands is constantly evolving. Growing techniques are becoming more intensive, installations more advanced, and the requirements for climate control are becoming increasingly stringent. Marco van Ardenne of T.C. v.d. Dool notes that many greenhouses are still in good technical condition. read more

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and increasing oil prices are causing strain on the packaging materials market, leading to extended lead times for labels, sometimes up to four or five weeks. Nino Venezia, the founder of Dutch Graphic Group based in the Netherlands, says that the situation is far from ideal. read more

Cztery tygodnie od rozpoczęcia wojny na Bliskim Wschodzie nadal nie jest jasne, jak długo potrwa konflikt, jaki jest zakres zniszczeń infrastruktury i jak długo potrwają naprawy w dotkniętych krajach. Z każdym dniem rośnie negatywny wpływ na globalną gospodarkę. Dla eksportu. read more

Popyt na awokado wzrósł. „Obecny tygodniowy popyt w USA jest silny, a możliwe rekordowe tygodniowe wysyłki mogą przekroczyć ubiegłoroczne wartości o 37 procent” - mówi Debbie Willmann, wiceprezes ds. sprzedaży w firmie Index Fresh, zauważając, że w marcu 2025 roku średni tygodniowy popyt wynosił 43 mln funtów tygodniowo. read more