Europe

The majority of large European retailers have already switched from lemons from the Southern Hemisphere to those from the Northern Hemisphere, prominently featuring the Primofiori variety from Spain. Despite some delays in the harvest due to recent rains, the transition is still ongoing. read more

Now, the Members of Parliament's verdict in the Camera dei Deputati is awaited, who will also approve the bill but can also make changes to it. The package includes a variety of measures aimed at improving the lives of Italians. read more

The persimmon industry in Spain has experienced challenges in recent years. After a period of substantial growth from 2011 to 2018, low prices, adverse weather conditions, and increased pest issues have created difficulties for farmers, resulting in a significant contraction. read more

Under the slogan "Eat 'em, Like 'em, Love 'em," the campaign uses a memorable slogan that encourages trying the product all the way to brand loyalty. read more

In 2025, at least looking at the temperatures in Italy compared to 2024, it is revealing itself as a year that reverses the trend of global warming. In the Central-Southern regions, the climate will still remain mild, but with lower values compared to last year, in proportion to what is being recorded. read more

The quantities of pumpkins are increasing and the decorative Halloween variety is also arriving on the market. The chestnut harvest continues, with the first varieties of Marone chestnuts arriving. The campaign for curly spinach is gaining momentum. There is a standstill in the persimmon production due to the temperatures. read more

In early October, a delegation of Dutch companies specializing in greenhouse technology visited the Italian regions of Veneto and Lombardy. The three-day trade mission aimed at exploring sustainable cultivation solutions and enhancing cooperation between the Netherlands and Italy. read more

"Innovating starting from tradition. This is the challenge of Comercial Gallo S.r.l., which together with the Spanish nursery Hernandorena has launched the Carob Tree Project, an initiative designed to revitalize and modernize carob cultivation. A plant symbol of the Mediterranean which, after centuries of..." read more

The Dutch grower cooperative FruitMasters has launched its latest marketing campaign, aiming to leverage its three-star rating from the International Taste Institute. read more

Offering innovative and sustainable solutions to help improve the quality of fruits and vegetables. AgroFresh, specialized in post-harvest technologies, presented some of its proposals at Fruit Attraction 2025 to protect quality, reduce food waste, and enhance. read more

Hiszpania jest największym producentem organicznym w UE, posiadając prawie trzy miliony hektarów i zajmując szóste miejsce na świecie, według raportu dotyczącego produkcji organicznej z 2024 roku, opublikowanego na stronie internetowej Ministerstwa Rolnictwa, Rybołówstwa i Żywności. Dokument pokazuje, że do końca 2024 roku obszar przeznaczony na organiczną uprawę... read more

Expectations in Argolida, one of the main orange and mandarin producing regions of Greece, remain cautious for the upcoming season's production. Mr. Petros Soursos, a shareholder of Soursos S.A., mentioned: "It appears that the production of Navelina will be reduced in certain areas here, but on the other read more

Aldi Belgium has appointed Dirk Moyaert as CEO. Dirk Moyaert will take over as the new CEO of Aldi Belgium on 1 November, replacing Wim Voet who is retiring after a nearly forty-year career. Koen Piessens will take over as vice-CEO from Moyaert. Source: retaildetail.eu India's retail. read more

A reusable plastic half pallet, originally introduced in the United Kingdom, is now being adopted across Europe for use in beverage and fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) logistics. Developed by Tosca, the UDP half pallet is designed as a retail-ready solution aimed at improving efficiency in the supply chain. read more

The 54th edition of Iberflora is taking place in Valencia, Spain, over the next few days. This trade fair for plants, flowers, machinery, and gardening serves as a meeting point for the international green industry. For three days, from October 14–16, companies from across the sector will be attending. read more

Innovation, research, and a new concept of Made in Italy: with the two new varieties of pepper MOZZAFIATO F1 and SORPRENDOR F1, HM.Clause is opening a new chapter for the Italian sector, focusing on products that combine unique shape and specific weight for the domestic market. read more

The Council of the European Union has adopted a decision outlining the EU's position in the EU-Ukraine Association Committee (in trade configuration) regarding the reduction or elimination of customs duties on a range of agri-food products, including fresh fruit and vegetables. The move follows a... read more

President John Dramani Mahama is facing increasing pressure to reconsider and lower port charges, in light of his 2024 campaign promise to streamline fees in order to lighten the load on importers and enhance trade efficiency. The request was put forth by Kwaku Boamah, President of the Ghana Council in Belgium. read more

Soft fruit supplier Chambers is looking for new growers to collaborate with in Spain, Morocco, and particularly Portugal to enhance its UK production and expand supply to its UK supermarket clients. read more

The emissions-free vehicles will now deliver to stores in Northern Germany. With this pilot project, Netto is setting an example for more environmentally friendly transportation solutions and thereby reaffirming its long-standing commitment to a more sustainable corporate direction. read more