It's springtime in the Netherlands, which means that mornings now start with sunshine and energy - you can feel it in everything. As an auctioneer, I am right in the midst of it all," Luus Hooyman, auctioneer at Royal FloraHolland, shares. "Every day, I see on the clock how... read more

The cucumber season has started, while the green bean season is in full swing. The first strawberries from Veneto are being harvested, and tomato production has begun in various Italian regions. There is a good level of demand for peas, as they are in peak production. The campaign for Sicilian netted melons continues. read more

Aldi UK: Aldi shoppers can recreate a popular Italian sandwich for less than £1. Aldi UK stated: "Shoppers can experience a taste of Italy for only 94p per person by purchasing the trending Italian sandwich ingredients at Aldi. Everything needed to make a delicious Italian sandwich can be found in the aisles of Aldi." read more

The project aims to meet the need for crops that can maintain stable yields even under environmental stress conditions, with a focus on creating superior potato genotypes that are more resilient. In the future, this research could potentially expand to other crops. "Developing potato varieties that are resistant to drought could decrease crop variability and improve overall." read more

In order to preserve high-yield soils for food production, a solution could be to implement multi-use concepts where food production remains the primary focus and electricity generation serves as a secondary source of income. This approach would also help to ensure greater energy independence. The Austrian Chamber of Agriculture supports this idea. read more

Carrots are still the most popular vegetable in Switzerland. Swiss people consumed over seven kilograms per capita last year. Tomatoes come in second place. However, if cherry tomatoes were included, they would surpass carrots as the top choice. Last year, Swiss people consumed 81 kilograms of fresh and stored tomatoes. read more

With over 5000 visitors from more than 80 countries last year, FlowerTrials has become 'the place to be' for discovering the latest plant innovations and networking with colleagues from all around the world. In week 24, a total of 56 breeders will open their doors in The Netherlands and Germany to showcase. read more

The beginning of May 2025 brings unstable and exceptionally difficult weather conditions for gardeners and growers. After a wave of summer temperatures reaching up to 25°C, a cold front is approaching Poland. Its passage is predicted for May 2nd. read more

On May 8–10, 2024, a delegation from the Ukrainian Horticulture Association (UHA) visited one of Europe’s most advanced horticultural companies — the nursery VIVAI MAZZONI in Italy — as part of the MacFrut trade fair in Rimini. The visit offered participants a unique insight into how. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project have reported that this week, prices for greenhouse tomatoes in the domestic market in Ukraine have started to decrease. The main reasons for this trend are the rising harvest volumes from greenhouses throughout most of the country and a decrease in demand. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project report a significant drop in greenhouse cucumber prices in Ukraine. Market participants attribute this continued price decline to the seasonal increase in vegetable supply. Despite this, sales volumes remain relatively low in the local market. read more

"We were prepared for stormy times, but we had not expected this hurricane. These first 100 days feel like 1,000. The new American isolationism is also having enormous impacts on Germany. Our response must be: more global free trade." read more

This transaction will enable PSB and Cibus to be leaders in high-quality, climate-resistant fruit varieties to meet the growing demands of producers, consumers, and food chains. read more

Peter Stuurman (1950) has been active in the international world of transport and logistics for 55 years. This is a perfect moment to reflect on the career of this industry veteran—a journey that included emigration to Austria and extensive operations in the Middle East. In recent years, he has... read more

Kanada officially opened its market to fresh apples from Ukraine, starting in early 2025. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency approved Ukraine's export program after collaborating with Ukraine's food safety authority (SSUFSCP). In order to export apples to Canada, Ukrainian growers, packers, and exporters are required to comply with the regulations set by both countries. read more

The EastFruit team continues to analyze the global blueberry market. After examining the overall global blueberry trends, we focused on the market leaders such as Peru, Chile, Mexico, and Spain, as well as reviewed the emerging aggressive exporters. Today, we will provide a detailed analysis. read more

Budowa nowej fabryki koncentratów soków owocowych rozpoczęła się w wiosce Kobolchyn, w regionie Czerniowieckim na zachodniej Ukrainie. Zakład będzie mógł przetwarzać do 1500 ton owoców dziennie. Według władz regionalnych, głównymi produktami będą sok jabłkowy. read more

The EU-funded Regace Project will present its innovative fully responsive and sun-tracking system for solar panels in greenhouses at the upcoming General Assembly, scheduled for May 6-8, 2025, in Volos, Greece. Organized by the University of Thessaly, the event will gather all. read more

Curious about how Lazzeri grows its cyclamen young plants? In the video below, you'll get a closer look at the production journey of their cyclamens, cultivated entirely in Sabaudia, Italy. It is a process that is 100% Italian from start to finish. It all begins with the precise control of... read more

A wide variety of early potatoes were on offer. Along with supplies from Italy and Cyprus, there was also a small amount of Moroccan imports available. According to the BLE, sales remained stable, but there was a level of customer saturation noticed after the Easter holidays. Prices did not fluctuate... read more