Viveros Hernandorena is actively promoting its innovation strategy in the nursery sector through the Carob Tree Project. This ambitious initiative aims to professionalize carob tree cultivation in Spain, with the goal of becoming the top producer of this emerging crop in Europe in terms of surface area, quality, and... read more

Afghanistan plans to start exporting fresh fruit to Russia, Central Asian countries, and the Persian Gulf in 2025 as part of a larger strategy to increase its agricultural exports. Officials also mentioned that Afghanistan is looking to expand its market reach to include India, Indonesia, and Malaysia. read more

Ms. Elisavet Kyriazi, a fruit broker based in Imathia, Greece, specializing in the Iranian and Indian markets, has reported a blurry and uncertain situation prevailing in the fruit and vegetable sector in Iran in recent days. She has been in constant contact with her Iranian business partners. read more

The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, has signed a new decree aimed at ensuring the stable availability of fruits and vegetables in retail outlets, especially during the offseason. The announcement was made by the presidential press service. The document introduces a mechanism whereby... read more

With around 295,000 tons, the export volume remained close to the record level of April 2024. However, in terms of value, exports decreased by 18% in the same month. Spain (-6%) and Belgium (-11%) remained the main buyers, followed by Eastern Europe with a strong... read more

Over 100 berry industry experts from Huelva and Portugal came together for Planasa's Genetics Forum, an annual event organized by the breeder to exchange knowledge and discuss technical and genetic advancements in berry varieties. read more

They are produced in Murcia, the main Spanish grape-growing region, but also in Alicante, Almería, Granada, and Badajoz. read more

The Sustainable Foods Summit will be held on June 26-27 in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, focusing on sustainability initiatives, eco-friendly packaging, and sustainable food ingredients. read more

SanLucar has acquired a significant ownership share in the French import-export company Buonanno as part of its strategy to increase its presence in the French market. read more

This agreement represents a public-private partnership under the PIB program. The agreement with the Dutch Enterprise Agency (RVO) was signed by nine Dutch companies: Boal Group, Hoogendoorn Growth Management, Koppert, read more

"The entire field of ethylene management is relatively new and has not received as much attention as some other postharvest technologies," says Lianne Jones, general manager of RYPEN in South Africa. "It's a new area."She further explains that RYPEN, developed by It's Fresh in the United Kingdom, is a read more

Although mid-June is the peak of strawberry season in Poland, there is not a large abundance of ground fruits on the market. Furthermore, after a few warmer days, rain and cooling have returned, causing significant issues on many plantations.

read more

India: Flipkart Group CEO connects with farmers behind fresh produce delivery
Flipkart is focused on ensuring inclusive growth for all its partners, including farmers who are part of the company's direct sourcing efforts to ensure freshness, quality, and convenience for customers. Recently, the CEO of Flipkart Group engaged with farmers to strengthen the relationship and support their involvement in delivering fresh produce to customers. read more

Almost 150 people, including technicians, farmers, and supply chain operators, visited Salvi Vivai's new experimental cherry orchard in Portomaggiore in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy. On June 10, 2025, guests had the opportunity to compare cherries of various varieties, rootstocks, and plant layouts. read more

SanLucar, a global fruit and vegetable brand, is expanding its footprint in France by acquiring a substantial stake in the French company Buonanno. France is the third-largest market for fruits and vegetables in Europe by volume, following Italy and Germany, with. read more

Prices for the majority of fruit and vegetable products in Switzerland started to decline in November 2024, according to data from the BLW. Significant price drops were observed for items like carrots and apples, which are commonly purchased. read more

Exactly 40 years ago, Spain joined the European Union (then EEC). Since then, its exports of fruits and vegetables have increased significantly. During this time, the country's imports of fruits and vegetables have soared, rising from 546,920 tons in 1986 to 5.4 million tons in 2024. read more

President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, addressed recent concerns about potato shortages in retail stores, stating that the issue was not due to a genuine lack of supply but rather motivated by political factors. This information was reported by the Belarusian state-affiliated news outlet Sputnik. "There are enough potatoes available." read more

Spanish fruit was the top player in both the nectarine and peach markets, with Italian shipments following closely in terms of significance. In the nectarine category, there were also some Turkish offerings of yellow and white flesh. The first Spanish Platerinas arrived, joining the Paraguayos also from Spain. Overall, the market was dominated by Spanish fruit. read more

Three deaths in a few hours. Three lives cut short by overturned tractors, in three different regions of Italy: in Cautano, in Campania; in Tolentino, in Marche; and in Valdelsa, in Tuscany. Three men - Angelo Saccomando, 68 years old; Alberto Forconi, 61; Alessandro Mugnaini, 69 - united by the same read more