CRAI, a historic Italian food distribution brand, strengthens its presence in Southern Italy with the launch of CRAI Mediterranea, a new entity that will lead the development of the CRAI Group in Campania. The project is part of a broader strategic plan. read more

Year after year, the Netherlands continues to supply more tomatoes to Spain, which is Europe's largest tomato producer, especially during the summer months. The increasing warmth and prolonged summers in Spain are starting to impact the country's tomato production, resulting in a higher need for tomato imports during the summer. read more

Italy has experienced an increase in lime demand during the summer season, particularly driven by the beverage sector and a limited supply. Prices, which had remained stable, are now on the rise, with wholesale prices ranging from €10 to €14 depending on the sales channel. In Spain, Brazil continues to dominate lime imports, despite the weather conditions. read more

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More than forty horticulture professionals gathered at Koppert for the latest edition of the Horti Science Café, a summer evening full of energy, both literally and figuratively. The central theme was the heat transition in the Oostland region of the Netherlands. A topic that is current, complex, read more

Ireland: M&S 'Farm to Foodhall' campaign continues with tomato farmers in Co. Dublin. M&S announced: "M&S Food is delighted to launch the next stage of its 'Farm to Foodhall' initiative, showcasing our firm dedication to sourcing fresh, premium Irish produce directly from devoted local farmers." read more

Rząd Asturii uruchomił unikalny projekt, który zamienia stary szyb kopalniany w Laviana w pierwszą w Hiszpanii podziemną szklarnię. Inicjatywa jest częścią programu Agroalnext, finansowanego ze środków regionalnych i funduszy europejskich Next Generation, który ma na celu położenie podstaw. read more

The harvesting campaign for the Italian black Maula grape variety began on July 3, following its successful introduction to domestic and European markets in 2024. This seedless cultivar is the product of a collaboration between CREA in Turi, Apulia, and the Italian consortium Nu.Va.U.T. Nuove. read more

More than forty horticulture professionals gathered at Koppert for the latest edition of the Horti Science Café, a summer evening full of energy, both literally and figuratively. The central theme was the heat transition in the Oostland region of the Netherlands. A topic that is current and complex. read more

The negotiation between Lidl Italy and the trade unions Filcams Cgil, Fisascat Cisl, and Uiltucs for the renewal of the company's supplementary contract continues without results. The meeting held on July 10 ended with a negative outcome: according to the trade unions, the proposal was rejected. read more

Recently, a delegation from the Municipality of Westland and Greenport West-Holland visited Almería, Spain, as part of a working trip focused on enhancing international cooperation in greenhouse horticulture. The visit aimed at strengthening ties with partners in southern Spain and exploring new avenues for collaboration. read more

The area dedicated to butternut squash cultivation in the Iberian Peninsula has decreased by 18% this year as a result of the prolonged rainfall in the months of February and March, which is the main period for planting the crop. The reduction in acreage is particularly significant in Portugal and Spain. read more

Martiforous Japanese beetles (Popillia japonica) were found in Belgium, leading to a warning from the Federal Agency for the Safety of the Food Chain (FAVV). These beetles feed on the leaves, flowers, and fruits of over 400 plant species, such as corn, grapes, strawberries, and roses. read more

The weather in the Netherlands on Wednesday was not suitable for the beach, so there were no traffic jams heading to the coast. However, there is increasing congestion on the electricity grid, which was a hot topic discussed on Wednesday afternoon. read more

"Crazy," "unique," "very strong," "the best season ever." This is how Mr. Diamantis Milinis, owner of the growing and packing company Sun Fruits, describes the current apricot season in Chalkidiki, the latest Greek growing region for this fruit. Chalkidiki is the only region in Greece that has read more

"The European Commission has announced the budget proposal that we are still analyzing for an overall assessment. For months, Italy has supported the need to ensure the agricultural and fisheries sectors, which are not only economic sectors but also pillars of the European economy as well." read more

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Momčilo Kokanović, a mechanical engineer working at a local power plant in Serbia, once spent his free time socializing with nearby farmers. Through these conversations, he learned about their persistent challenge: the seasonal labor shortage that plagued raspberry harvesting. Determined to read more

Import of fruits and vegetables from Morocco to Spain increased by 28% in the first four months of the year. read more

At the end of June, the relentless heatwave continued in Europe. A so-called "heat dome" had settled over the continent, causing temperatures of over 40°C in many parts of France. Hundreds of schools had to close, and even the Eiffel Tower was temporarily closed. read more