Two Dutch entrepreneurs who never expected to work together have built a business with a clear vision. Niels van Egmond and Sidney Pardon jointly run VivelaFleur, a Netherlands-based company supplying florists and garden centres with a mix of traded goods, proprietary products, and a steady read more

The summer tourist season in Greece is now entering its initial active phase, with tourist arrivals increasing week by week. However, June is the month when tourism activity reaches its peak levels, significantly impacting fruit and vegetable orders from restaurants and hotels, not only for. read more

The Van Egmond Groep, a potting soil producer based in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, has acquired all shares of SIA Unguri, a Latvian producer of peat and peat products. The acquisition strengthens the company's position as a supplier of high-quality substrates and raw materials. read more

In Spain, spring continues to bill fruit-growing areas. After a series of thunderstorms accompanied by hail that has been affecting various productive areas of the country since April, the latest significant episode hit the province of Lleida a few days ago. read more

Z wszystkich kontenerów rafy przybywających do portu w Rotterdamie w Holandii, około 98% jest następnie transportowanych ciężarówkami. Według Chrisa Reidsmy, można to zrobić bardziej efektywnie i zrównoważenie. Jego firma, Raillogix, skupia się na transportze kolejowym chłodzonych kontenerów jako alternatywie.

Raillogix is a company that focuses on refrigerated rail transport as an alternative to truck transport for around 98% of reef containers arriving at the Port of Rotterdam in the Netherlands, according to Chris Reidsma. read more

The SnapDragon apples grown in Poland recently had to withstand heavy frosts in the past weeks, but overall the fruitlets are recovering, according to Kamila Jankowska, owner of the Polish apple tree nursery Perfect Fruits Sp. z O.O.: "Regarding the frost damage that Polish apple growers recently experienced,…" read more

After the success of the "Avocado Academy", Spreafico Francesco & F.lli, a leader in the fruit and vegetable sector for 70 years, presents the new "Berries Academy", a training project entirely dedicated to the world of small fruits - blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries - designed to accompany... read more

The fifth issue of "The Strawberry Patch" this year has an exceptionally international character. We take you to leading farms and production centers in the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands, and Germany, where we showcase modern strawberry cultivation technologies and trends. read more

According to EastFruit, Morocco has greatly increased its presence in the tomato market in Northern Europe, with direct exports to Finland doubling in the current season. Between July 2025 and February 2026, Finland imported 2,200 tons of Moroccan tomatoes, worth almost EUR 6 million. read more

There is currently a clear battle for the consumer on the store shelves. On one hand, the first Polish strawberries from tunnel cultivation are appearing, while on the other hand, imported fruits – mainly from Spain and Greece – continue to dominate. Although domestic strawberries stand out in terms of taste, read more

During Linkontro, the leading event in Italy for the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods sector, NielsenIQ provides a comprehensive overview of consumption trends in Italy, in a market phase that may seem stable only on the surface. The 2026 edition saw the participation of nearly 700 managers and 245 attendees. read more

In Greece, alarm is growing in the stone fruit sector due to the phenomenon of the so-called "dry sprouts", a syndrome that is not yet fully understood and is affecting peaches and nectarines, apricots, and almonds. The issue, particularly highlighted at the beginning of 2026, is causing concerns. read more

The Generalitat de Catalunya will be responsible for the renovation of the Aitona bridge over the Segre River, an infrastructure crucial for the municipality's agricultural sector. Albert Dalmau, Minister of the Presidency, has announced that construction is scheduled to commence in 2027 with a significant investment. read more

ShopUp has expanded its exports of agricultural products to international markets, including Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, and the United Arab Emirates. The company recently completed exports of 300 tons of rice to Saudi Arabia and the United Kingdom, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficient logistics. read more

Ukraine's blueberry industry is now transitioning into a new phase of integration into the global market, where international competition is no longer based solely on the size of planted areas or production volumes. This shift was discussed during a professional meeting in Zakarpattia, Ukraine, with Stephen Taylor, Managing Director of. read more

A Dutch chrysanthemum nursery, Leen Middelburg Chrysanten in Made, Netherlands, was highlighted in a recent article by the Dutch opinion weekly De Groene Amsterdammer. This coverage was part of the '100% Grown Green' project, which features various participants in the industry. read more

The Netherlands-based flower trader Sunselle has named Vitas Spaargaren as its new Operations Manager. In this position, Spaargaren will be responsible for overseeing the company's supply chain, which includes operations in Ecuador, Ethiopia, Kenya, and the Netherlands, all the way to the Sunselle sales platform. read more

Customs authorities in Belarus have detained over 80 tons of pears that were being illegally transported to Russia since the beginning of the month. The State Customs Committee reported that three of the cases involved individual entrepreneurs from Belarus, while one shipment was linked to. read more

Ponad 15 lat temu potencjał sektora owocowo-warzywnego w Polsce był już wyraźnie widoczny. Od tego czasu Ruud Vincent, właściciel i założyciel dostawcy maszyn Ocean Systems w Polsce, zauważył dalszy rozwój kraju: "Od mojego przeprowadzenia się do Polski w 2008 roku, od razu zauważyłem... read more

The Floraliën flower and plant show, held in Ghent, Belgium, once again demonstrated its role as a showcase for the country's ornamental horticulture industry. Signs throughout and around the Citadel Park guided visitors to the event, with large quantities of azaleas at the entrance serving as. read more