From February 10 to 23, the Campo de Cartagena region of Murcia, Spain, will be the meeting place for producers, crop technicians, and other professionals from the leafy vegetable sector worldwide. International seed companies will open the doors of their experimental farms to show their latest developments. read more

Another edition of Fruit Logistica has just ended in the capital of Germany, the leading country in organic food sales in EU retail with almost 34% of the total, as per the latest report by FiBL, IFOAM - Organics International. In 2022, organic food consumption saw a read more

Agricultural enterprises in the Vinnytsia region, Ukraine, are planning to double potato production and increase overall vegetable cultivation by 20% in 2025, according to the Vinnytsia Regional Military Administration (OVA). This expansion is motivated by the limited vegetable supply from southern Ukraine. read more

Wielka Brytania przeznacza corocznie prawie pięć miliardów funtów na hiszpańskie owoce i warzywa, w tym m.in. na nowe ziemniaki z Majorki. Brytyjscy turyści przyczyniają się do hiszpańskiej gospodarki kwotą 13 miliardów euro rocznie poprzez turystykę. Jednak sektor rolniczy Hiszpanii również generuje miliardy. Hiszpania pozostaje kluczowa dla... read more

With an annual production of 1900 tons of pasteurized compost, which serves as a substrate for cultivation, Funghi Mara in Malalbergo (Bologna, Italy) constitutes a thriving entity in the industry and holds a significant presence. "Indeed," as Matteo Lanzi, the 42-year-old son of the founders Giuseppe and... read more

In 2024, the production of geothermal heat in the Netherlands increased once again. This is seen as crucial, according to the industry association Geothermie Nederland, as there is still a significant catch-up required to meet the target of 40-50 PJ by 2035. In 2024, 7.9 PJ (petajoules) of geothermal heat was produced. read more

Zniszczenie Elektrowni Wodnej w Kachowie w 2023 roku poważnie wpłynęło na system irygacyjny na Ukrainie, zwłaszcza w regionach południowych. Główny System Irugacyjny w Kachowie, który wcześniej zraszał tysiące hektarów ziemi uprawnej, doznał największych szkód. Przed read more

The Netherlands is the second-largest global exporter of agricultural products by value, after the United States. This includes top exports such as tomatoes, potatoes, and onions, as well as a strong presence in the vegetable sector overall. Dutch expertise plays a key role in enabling the production and. read more

Shell has decided to reduce its involvement in geothermal projects in the Netherlands. "While we believe that geothermal energy can be a significant player in the Dutch heat transition in the future, Shell does not currently see enough potential to expand its geothermal operations," a... read more

The estate located on the Costa Tropical of Granada has 120 hectares for organic avocado and mango cultivation. read more

"We had very productive days where we strengthened trade relations and analyzed the development of the campaign in a market that recognizes us for our quality and specialization," explained Juan Marín, General Manager of Cricket. read more

SPAR China partners are continuing store development nationwide. Recently, at the end of 2024, the SPAR Supermarket Qingdao Leke City officially opened its doors after undergoing significant renovations. This store places a strong emphasis on fresh produce, offering a wide variety of local and international fruits. read more

"Rugby embodies healthy values and is an example of unity and discipline, both on and off the field. I wish the Azzurri the best possible game: let's passionately support those who wear Italy's jersey. Sport and health go hand in hand: without proper nutrition, the body..." read more

For the first time, Ukrainian farmers in Volyn have harvested cabbage in the middle of winter. Workers from a local agricultural enterprise in the Lutsk district have picked white and red cabbage from the fields, an unexpected turn of events that was not originally planned by the company. read more

From February 10th to 23rd, the Campo de Cartagena (Region of Murcia, Spain) becomes a must-visit destination for farmers, technicians, and professionals from all over the world. During this time, international seed companies open the doors of their experimental farms to showcase their products. read more

At Fruit Logistica 2025, the Alegra Group was present, focusing on various innovative projects. "Some have been in progress for some time," explained Mauro Laghi, general manager of the Alegra Group, "such as the project of Cornelio, the horn pepper that has opened a new sector in Italy." read more

Mandarins were primarily from Spain. Imports from Israel and Turkey followed in terms of importance. In addition, Moroccan and Italian offers were available at the shops. The presence of clementines had apparently been further limited: according to the BLE, Spanish loads dominated this sector. read more

Five unions - CFTC, CGT, CFDT, FO-FGTA, and SNCDD CFE-CGC - have called for an indefinite strike at Lidl France starting from Friday, February 7th. The unions are demanding a salary increase, better working conditions, and are against the proposal to open Lidl stores on Sundays. According to the unions, the strike is aimed at achieving these objectives. read more

The Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers' Organizations of Almeria, Coexphal, used its participation at Fruit Logistica in Berlin to showcase a report on Spain's pepper market, with a focus on the peppers produced and marketed in Almeria. As per the data presented by the organization... read more

The common clementine campaign is about to end, while the Hernandina campaign is gaining momentum. There is weak demand for mandarins, with preference for seedless products. The market for Tarocco oranges is stable. There is a good presence of Primo Fiore lemons and an abundance of turnip tops. read more