Hail and rain are currently impacting the harvesting of early cherry varieties in Extremadura and Aragón, as reported by Spain's Fepex Cherry Committee. However, despite these initial challenges, the season is progressing as planned, and production volumes are anticipated to improve as later varieties become available. read more

The early potato harvest has started in Spain, with lower than usual volumes and high prices. The potato acreage in Spain has been reduced, and ongoing adverse weather conditions in the region of Andalusia have caused a significant delay in planting. Additionally, yields and tuber size are currently lower than in earlier seasons. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project are reporting a decrease in prices for freshly harvested white cabbage on the Ukrainian market. The primary cause for the price decline in this category is the seasonal rise in supply coupled with a somewhat subdued demand. read more

Baden-Württemberg, Germany, the study highlights the potential of urban agriculture to contribute significantly to food security in urban areas. The findings suggest that utilizing urban spaces for agriculture could help reduce the reliance on imported produce and improve access to fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables for city dwellers. read more

Fruit grower Volodymyr Popruga reported crop losses due to winter cold and spring frosts in the Chernihiv region of Ukraine. According to Popruga, apricot and peach crops were completely lost, while cherry plum production was also affected. The low temperatures also damaged all young fruits. read more

The Netherlands-based flower trading company Hoven & de Mooij celebrated its 50th anniversary on 10 May 2026. The family business has been operating from the central building of Bloemenveiling Aalsmeer since it was founded, making the milestone particularly significant. Theo de Mooij, read more

In Italy, the population is decreasing and aging, but what is changing most significantly are families and consumption habits. This is the snapshot taken from the analysis presented by Matteo Bonù, Food Industry Leader at NielsenIQ, and Letizia Mencarini, Professor at Bocconi University, at Linkontro. read more

The sector of pears in the province of Lleida, Spain, is predicting a reduced harvest due to poor fruit setting, a situation that is also impacting other regions in Catalonia, Spain, and in producing countries such as Italy, the Netherlands, and Belgium. According to Josep Cabré, head of fruit at Unión de read more

The prices offered to cherry growers in Greece have been decreasing in recent days due to the rise in product supply. "Cherries are eagerly awaited by the market, so the initial fruits from our region, which were harvested starting on April 25th, were purchased from local growers at 8 to 9 read more

Domestic supplies remained the mainstay of the market. Imported goods were scarce, with Polish products still being somewhat prominent in Berlin and Frankfurt. Deliveries from the Netherlands, Spain, and Italy were now rare, and Greek products had temporarily vanished. read more

The appearance of yellow vein chlorosis in citrus plantations in Alicante has raised significant concerns among farmers, as there is currently no treatment available for the virus. The only way to prevent its spread is by removing infected trees. Eradication efforts began in Camp d'Elx, where 600 lemon trees were removed. read more

The fruit and vegetable market is increasingly entering the peak of the spring-summer season, with the start of new production campaigns and the first Italian harvests of numerous products. Apricots are seeing an increase in supply thanks to the beginning of the national harvest of early varieties. read more

The Elveden Estate in the United Kingdom is currently testing drip irrigation and soil monitoring systems to improve the efficient management of irrigation water in response to the increasingly dry growing conditions. Situated near Thetford on the Norfolk-Suffolk border, this 9,105-hectare estate is implementing these technologies to enhance its irrigation practices. read more

As of July 1, 2026, Boix Europe will take a significant step forward with a major organizational change in the Netherlands and Germany. The current facility in Eerbeek will be completely closed. This decision represents a strategic repositioning that will allow Boix Europe to better serve its customers. read more

Spain: Grupo DIA achieves double-digit sales growth in Q1 2026

Spanish grocery retailer Grupo DIA reported 11.1% year-on-year sales growth, reaching €1.41 billion, in the first quarter of 2026. By the end of March, DIA was operating 2,373 supermarkets in Spain. Dia-branded products and fresh produce both contributed to this growth. read more

Morocco strengthened its presence in the Finnish tomato import market during the 2025/26 season, as reported by EastFruit. Direct exports doubled compared to the previous year, with Finland importing 2,200 tons of Moroccan tomatoes worth nearly EUR 6 million between July 2025 and February 2026. read more

Syngenta Vegetable Seeds is opening a new Spanish R&D Technology Center in El Ejido, Almería. read more

Ukraine's blueberry industry is evaluating its standing in the worldwide berry market as farmers encounter growing competition related to labor expenses, automation, varietal innovation, and retailer demands. At a professional gathering in Zakarpattia organized by the Ukrainian Blueberry Growers... read more

The global raspberry market continues to demonstrate significant volatility due to changing supply patterns, weather disruptions, labor shortages, and shifting harvest timing affecting availability and prices in major producing regions. In Europe, decreased supply from the Iberian Peninsula in Italy is keeping prices stable, while read more

Visual content agency QuickWorks, based in the Netherlands, will attend the FlowerTrials for the fourth consecutive year during week 24, covering the event across multiple grower locations. The agency specializes in video and visual content for marketing, communication, and events, with a focus. read more