Europe

Producers of kiwifruit in Italy are gradually transitioning their production from green to yellow-fleshed varieties, positioning the country to meet increasing demand and becoming the second-largest producer of these newer types after New Zealand. read more

According to Belgium's promotional body VLAM, Belgium is well positioned to support British pear production and help enhance the category. read more

Belgium is expected to be the leading producer of pears in Europe in 2025/26, as per the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecast predicts a production of 355,547 tonnes, marking a 32.17% increase compared to the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the primary pear-growing region in Europe. read more

The Al Ferrara Food Festival, held at Pala SimaBio in Piazza Municipale, featured an event dedicated to the Emilia-Romagna PGI Pear, organized by CSO Italy and the Consortium of the Emilia-Romagna PGI Pear. read more

Eksport do Rumunii stał się kluczowym czynnikiem stojącym za ostatnim wzrostem cen marchwi w Mołdawii. W październiku, duże producentki warzyw wysyłały codziennie setki ton marchwi za granicę po cenach hurtowych wynoszących średnio 1-2 rumuńskie leje (0,20-0,40 EUR) za kilogram bezpośrednio z pola. read more

The chicory season is now in full swing in Belgium. And while the recurring theme almost every year is that growers are getting older and fewer remain, 39-year-old Tom Van Bael is an exception to the rule. The passionate Brussels white lettuce grower grew up with his hands in the soil. read more

Organic Ecuadorian Hass avocados have arrived in Russia for the first time, as reported by the Agency for Regulation and Phytosanitary and Zoosanitary Control (Agrocalidad). The initial shipments were made by Uyamafarms and LatBio S.A., which Agrocalidad referred to as "an achievement resulting from the collaborative effort." read more

Ireland's first net zero energy supermarket, located in Lidl Maynooth, is set to open in November. Lidl Ireland will officially open the doors to this sustainable supermarket in Maynooth, Co. Kildare at 8am on Thursday, November 6th. The opening ceremony will be attended by Roz Purcell, a presenter, author, and sustainability enthusiast. read more

The global potato industry is currently experiencing a rapid consolidation, with mergers, acquisitions, and cross-border investments reshaping supply chains from seed breeding to processing. In Europe, the Dutch company HZPC has acquired IPM Potato Group, which is the leading exporter of certified seed potatoes in Ireland. This move is part of the ongoing restructuring in the industry. read more

The cultivation of a wide variety of cabbage vegetables has a long tradition in Switzerland. Domestic production of white cabbage is the highest, at more than 8,000 tons, which in turn contributes to the high degree of self-sufficiency. In contrast, broccoli continues to be dependent on imports. read more

This year's weather conditions in Greece were very different from the previous year, but both years have come with their own set of challenges. According to Vasilis Xekarfotakis, the finance and sales officer for Greek kiwi exporter Nespar, a spring frost made this year's season much more difficult. read more

Industrial Auctions is organizing an auction for the fruit packaging lines and machinery of F.lli Cambria S.p.A., located in Messina, Italy. This auction provides a chance for companies involved in fruit sorting and packaging to purchase high-quality, well-maintained equipment that is readily available. read more

The European Commission is considering taking legal action against Poland, Hungary, and Slovakia for persisting in blocking imports of Ukrainian agricultural goods, as reported by Politico. Sources suggest that Brussels may potentially escalate the issue to the European Court of Justice. read more

As of January 1, 2026, bygrowers A/S will acquire Rosa Danica A/S, reinforcing its presence in the Danish and European horticulture markets. This acquisition is a pivotal aspect of bygrowers A/S's expansion strategy and aligns with its goal of providing a diverse selection of plant varieties to customers in Denmark and Europe. read more

W październiku 2025 roku Holandia potwierdziła drugie oficjalne wystąpienie szkodliwego owada Scirtothrips dorsalis na roślinach ozdobnych przeznaczonych do sadzenia. Szkodnik został odkryty w szklarni w prowincji Noord-Brabant na dziesięciu roślinach Baccharis genistelloides. Potwierdzenie laboratoryjne było obowiązkowe. read more

In Italy, a lower availability than initial estimates is expected for green kiwifruit this year, painting a scenario very similar to the last campaign. On the other hand, growth forecasts for yellow-fleshed kiwifruit are confirmed. read more

New ideas for tasting California Prunes thanks to the meeting with the world of mixology and chocolate art. The project comes from the collaboration between Stefano Collomb, master chocolatier for the California Prune Board in Italy, and Benjamin Cavagna, bar manager of... read more

BASF's vegetable seeds business is ready to lay the first stone of a cutting-edge research and development center in El Ejido, Almería, Spain. Covering an area of 25 hectares, this new facility will lay the foundation for continuous innovation and operational excellence. read more

The wholesale prices of bananas in various European Union markets showed little change between week 42 and week 43, based on the most recent data provided in euros per 100 kilograms. In Germany, prices remained stable at €118 per 100 kg, indicating consistent conditions in the country. read more

A step forward for Assisted Evolution Techniques (AET): the IX Committee of the Senate unanimously approved a resolution urging the Government to support, in European forums, the regulation on new genomic techniques. This decision was welcomed by the main stakeholders. read more