The role of women in the fields is becoming increasingly central. According to Coldiretti, in Italy there are nearly 200,000 female farmers, accounting for about 28% of the sector's companies, a presence that makes agriculture one of the industries with the highest female participation. read more

Belgium: Okay opens new neighborhood supermarket in Lembeek
Colruyt Group announced: "The brand-new Okay neighborhood supermarket is located on a historic site in Lembeek, where it all started for Colruyt Group almost 100 years ago. Customers can easily find everything they need here." read more

higher this year, which is a positive sign that awareness and support for gender equality are growing globally," adds Galligani. This year's theme, #BreakTheBias, is particularly resonant for the cooperative, which has long championed equal rights and opportunities for women in the agricultural sector. read more

ABN AMRO views the greenhouse horticulture sector in the Netherlands favorably following an assessment of its liquidity position. However, the bank cautions that geopolitical tensions in the Middle East may lead to an increase in energy prices, impacting the greenhouse horticulture sector more significantly. read more

Morocco remained the main non-EU supplier of tomatoes to the European Union at the end of 2025, accounting for 70.6 per cent of EU tomato imports from third countries. These figures were reported by Spain's Agriculture Ministry, based on Eurostat data. According to the report, EU imports of Moroccan tomatoes... read more

Citing SEEDS, EastFruit reports that apple prices in Ukraine have increased compared to the previous two years. Although this has come as a surprise to some consumers, growers anticipated this development due to market conditions and export challenges. Taras Bashtannyk, President of the Ukrainian ... read more

The Department of Trade and Industry, Western Visayas, and its Guimaras Provincial Office are exploring the potential of exporting mangoes and dragon fruit directly to the Netherlands. This initiative is being carried out in collaboration with the Supply Chain and Logistics Group and with their support. read more

In 2025, the European Union solidified its position as the primary market for Spanish fruit and vegetable exports, purchasing 10 million tonnes of produce valued at €15.239 billion. This accounts for a 3% decrease in volume compared to the previous year and a 5% increase in value. read more

A new phytosanitary emergency is putting pressure on horticulture in southeastern Spain, as reported by ValenciaFruits. Several species of aphids (Aphididae) are affecting thousands of hectares in Andalusia, Murcia, and the Valencian Community, with an impact that - according to the read more

A pilot greenhouse project in Senegal recently received an official visit from Carmen Hagenaars, the Ambassador of the Netherlands to Senegal, accompanied by Viviane Ndamba Djeumen. The visit showcased a growing greenhouse and agroforestry model aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. read more

Turkey exported around 80 million flowers to 35 countries, mainly to the Netherlands and the UK, for International Women's Day on March 8, as reported by Anadolu. The main varieties being prepared include carnations and hyacinths. Ismail Yilmaz, chair of the Ornamental Plants and Products Exporters' Association, mentioned that the demand for flowers has been high for this occasion. read more

Boris Prins and Brent van Paassen were initially introduced through a project sale, and shortly thereafter in 2021, they co-founded BBM Company. The company began in a shed adjacent to a greenhouse in Maasdijk, the Netherlands, and rapidly grew into a modern facility in the same town. read more

Leafood is getting ready to launch a new product in the Baltic retail market: cucumber microgreens. In addition to a Super Trio Mix of sprouts and updated packaging, it will start being available on supermarket shelves in Lithuania in the upcoming weeks. The concept originated from a basic inquiry about taste. read more

The Ministry of Economy of Ukraine has announced the beginning of the first round of applications this year for grants targeting processing enterprises. Applications are also now being accepted for grants specifically intended to assist businesses in repairing production facilities damaged by shelling, as reported by EastFruit. read more

Bonduelle Italia announces the appointment of Andrea Dalla Fini as Chief Performance & Finance Officer and member of the Management Committee Italy starting from March 2026. read more

A pilot greenhouse project in Senegal recently received an official visit from Carmen Hagenaars, the Ambassador of the Netherlands to Senegal, along with Viviane Ndamba Djeumen. The visit showcased a growing greenhouse and agroforestry model aimed at enhancing the livelihoods of smallholder farmers. read more

In 2025, there is a recovery phase for fruit and vegetable consumption in Italy. According to the Cso Italy Consumption Report, retail purchases reached 5.45 million tons, representing a 5% increase compared to 2024, with a total value of 13.77 billion euros. read more

Wzrost eksportu mrożonych owoców z Kirgistanu był znaczący w 2025 roku, przy całkowitej wysyłce sięgającej 6 909 ton o wartości 20,85 miliona dolarów, w porównaniu do 2 252 ton o wartości 3,84 miliona dolarów w 2024 roku, według danych Komitetu Statystycznego. Rosja pozostała największym odbiorcą. read more

As part of the activities aimed at stimulating and boosting the consumption of fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as increasing knowledge about the organized fruit and vegetable sector, Italy Ortofrutta - National Union promotes the implementation of the "Ortofrutta Experience" project - Open Day of the Organizations. read more

Bangladeshi wholesalers are showing a preference for Royal Gala, Golden Delicious, and paper bag Fuji apples in sizes 138-198 due to their vibrant color and unique taste, according to Monjur Humayun of RKA International, a fresh produce importer operating in Bangladesh and Poland. "Royal Gala from South read more