The global lemon market is currently facing limited supply, increased prices, and uncertainty. In Spain, specifically in the Murcia region which is the primary lemon-producing area in Europe, harvesting has begun with predictions indicating a smaller crop compared to the previous season. Estimates suggest a reduction of around 15-20%. read more

Kantar (Worldpanel by Numerator) ogłosił ranking ulubionych owoców i warzyw we Francji na lato 2025 roku. Jakie są wyniki? Melony i pomidory koronowani mistrzami lataWedług danych Kantar, melon jest ulubionym owocem, z zakupem ponad 96 000 ton. read more

Thanks to the agreement with the Italian Mercantile Exchange (Bmti) and Italmercati, we publish the prices of fruit and vegetables at wholesale markets on September 22, 2025. Below is a summary of the main types of fruits and vegetables available. In the attached pdf. read more

To the Altamura Producers' Organization, based in Pontecagnano Faiano, Salerno, in the Campania region of Italy, the summer of 2025 proved to be successful. The organization achieved promising outcomes in horticulture and fruit production by the end of the campaign. Vice President Fabio Altamura evaluated the results positively. read more

The Ukrainian raspberry market in the 2025 season behaved completely differently than usual – according to data from the Ukrainian Berry Association. Normally, prices stabilize between June and July. However, this year the market experienced a sharp decline

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Autumn did not start in the best way: since yesterday, an Atlantic disturbance coming from France hit Northern Italy, particularly affecting Lombardy, Liguria, and Tuscany, as reported by several local newspapers, confirming the forecasts of a. read more

The vineyards of the Orion company in the Odessa region are facing drought stress this year, as reported by Pivden. Agronomist Mykola Atmazhov stated that the farm cultivates over 10 grape varieties, including table grapes Levii, Preobrazhenie, Roshformish, Veles, Anyuta, and Souvenir. read more

Anyone who has ever been to Iceland knows Fridheimar: a unique geothermal greenhouse where tomatoes are grown and visitors can enjoy a culinary lunch among the plants. Their famous tomato soup with fresh bread is a household name. But behind the welcoming experience is also a highly professional... read more

North Bay Produce has announced that its premium blackberry variety, Erandy®, has been honored with the Superior Taste Award in Brussels, Belgium. This prestigious recognition is awarded by the International Taste Institute, which is renowned for its thorough evaluation process involving more than 200 professional taste experts. read more

"The 2025 watermelon season started off strong thanks to optimal weather conditions and solid demand. However, the inclement weather that occurred during the second half of the month - with lower temperatures and rain across Central and Northern Europe - negatively impacted consumption. read more

In a representative survey conducted by the leading German market research institute GfK Consumer Panels, consumers in Germany have chosen their favorite fruit and vegetable departments. More than 7,012 households included in the panel were asked to indicate which retail group they believe to be the best. read more

It is expected to be around 2,100 tons and 5.6% higher than the ten-year average from 2015 to 2024. Compared to last year's pear harvest (39,000 tons), a 3.1% increase is expected for this year's harvest. read more

It is expected to be around 2,100 tons and 5.6% higher than the ten-year average from 2015 to 2024. Compared to last year's pear harvest (39,000 tons), an increase of 3.1% is expected for this year's harvest. read more

Of this, 79% (37,300 t) were sweet cherries and 21% (9,800 t) were sour cherries. Compared to the ten-year average of 45,200 tons from 2015 to 2024, the cherry harvest in 2025 was 4.2% higher. read more

Wczesne wyniki nowej kampanii promującej owoce jagodowe wśród konsumentów w Holandii, Belgii i Niemczech przewyższają już oczekiwania - donosi grupa odpowiedzialna za projekt. read more

In week 36, the sales of Lcc fruit and vegetables in large-scale retail trade resume, with growth in both values and volumes across all channels, except for hypermarkets. Among the categories, pears are gaining more space and presence on supermarket shelves, but the trends remain somewhat discouraging. read more

"The G20 Ministerial meetings have reaffirmed the common strategic vision of participating nations on agriculture priorities: market inclusion and food security, involvement of youth and women, innovation, technology transfer, and agricultural sustainability." read more

OptiGroup today announces the acquisition of key parts of the FRIS (Food, Retail, Industry, and Services) division of Paardekooper. The parent company, Koninklijke Paardekooper Group, was recently declared bankrupt in the Netherlands. The acquisition does not include the Paardekooper Horti division. read more

SPAR China partners are further expanding their store network. In China, the two main partners, SPAR Guangdong and SPAR Shandong, are continuing to grow their store portfolios, offering customers an improved shopping experience. In the southern part of the country, SPAR Guangdong recently reopened its SPAR Guangdong store. read more

In recent years, Spain has positioned itself as a preferred supplier of fruit and vegetable products in the continental market. There are many challenges linked to sustainability, such as the shortage of drivers or the concentration of activity in large groups. In 2024, after the acquisition of read more