Tunisia has opened the export season for Maltese oranges to France with a first shipment of 200 tons sent to the port of Marseille. The early start aims to prolong the export period and strengthen the position of Tunisian citrus in the French market. According to Imed Bey, president of the. read more

The government of Kazakhstan is considering implementing export regulations for potatoes due to increasing foreign demand and concerns about domestic supply, as stated by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov in quotes reported by APK Novosti. read more

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During the Raspberry Factory 2025, a lot of space was dedicated to tunnel raspberry cultivation. This direction has been developing strongly in Poland in recent years, partly due to the increasingly unfavorable weather conditions for traditional cultivation and fluctuating prices for fruit for the industry – production. read more

The 2025 garlic season in Spain has concluded with a 9% growth, a notable achievement considering the weather challenges and pressures from foreign markets. However, there were also warning signs during the season: hail led to a decrease in product size and increased losses. Sector analyses predict a price decline for 2026 in Castile-La. read more

La producción de hortalizas en invernaderos en España está bajo una severa presión. Los productores están luchando con plagas, disminución de rendimientos, aumento de costos y una competencia creciente de países como Marruecos y Turquía. Según Pieter de Ruiter, de la empresa importadora holandesa 4Fruit Company, el modelo comercial actual es...

Greenhouse vegetable production in Spain is under severe pressure. Growers are struggling with pests, declining yields, rising costs, and increasing competition from countries such as Morocco and Turkey. According to Pieter de Ruiter of Dutch importer 4Fruit Company, the current trading model is... read more

As Europe strives for more dependable and sustainable local food production, Green Gardens Dobrovnik is entering the final planning stage of a major baby leaf greenhouse project in northeastern Slovenia. The project is further bolstered by the participation of Pieter Slaman (GaaS), one of the. read more

The La Blottière's pear campaigns are in full swing this winter. The Qtee® campaign is drawing to a close, but the Sweet Sensation® and Abate campaigns are still going strong. The Sweet Sensation® campaign began in the week of October 6th and is expected to finish at the end of January in France and at read more

Corné van de Klundert, Managing Director of Dutch importer and exporter Origin Fruit Group, reports that the overseas grape market is showing signs of improvement. Southern Europe had an exceptionally large grape harvest during the summer, leading Spain, Italy, and Greece to keep grapes on the market until a later than usual period. read more

The Alizza Fruit™, a premium citrus created by crossing a pummelo with one of the world's sweetest mandarins, is managed by Genesis Fresh, a part of the AMFresh Group. It is grown by partner producers in Spain and South Africa and is set to start its fourth commercial season in January 2026. read more

Poinsettia, widely known in Spain as 'Flor de Pascua', is the queen of Christmas decorations because of its characteristic red bracts, filling homes with warmth and joy. In addition, these flowers are traditionally associated with good luck and prosperity and unsurprisingly, are often given as. read more

Ukrainian agricultural processing companies may access grant funding of up to USD 1 million from the U.S. government in 2026, according to Serhii Ostapets, project manager of the AGRO Program, who spoke at the SMARTBERRY 2025 winter conference held in Kyiv on December 11-12. read more

Finland: Kesko announces sale-and-leaseback deal for some grocery stores

Finnish retailer Kesko has sold ten grocery stores to Swedish firm Prisma Properties for approximately €59 million. This sale-and-leaseback transaction allows Kesko to sign long-term leases on the properties, enabling it to. read more

With 5,500 hectares of orchards, including 1,100 hectares of organic apple orchards, 7 cooperatives, and 1,500 members, Vip (Association of Val Venosta producers) has always been an important partner in Italy for private label brands. They will participate in the sixth edition of Marca Fresh. Let's have a discussion with the commercial director. read more

Willem Dijk AGF in the Netherlands offers a diverse selection of Spanish produce during the winter season, ranging from juicy oranges to fragrant herbs and colorful bell peppers. The company has been providing customers in the Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany with high-quality products under well-known brands like Filosofo for many years. read more

Port of Dover Cargo has successfully completed its second consecutive citrus season, solidifying its role as a vital entry point for fresh produce into the UK market. Through close collaboration with the Reefer Alliance service, a partnership between Seatrade and Cool Carriers, the Port of Dover efficiently managed the handling of... read more

The approach of the Christmas holidays shifts demand towards some traditional products, such as pineapples, puntarelle, and walnuts. There is also a strong presence of Italian strawberries. Oranges are in full production, with a division between Navelina and Tarocco varieties. Demand for clementines is still stagnant, being penalized. read more

The first Edamame beans from De Aardappelhoeve appeared on Colruyt's shelves at the start of September. It was a milestone for Belgium as these locally grown soybeans were showcased in Belgian stores for the first time. This was an experiment by De Aardappelhoeve, but their ambition is substantial. Ultimately, they aim to be able to. read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) have announced the successful completion of the design phase of a groundbreaking national strategy aimed at transforming the table grape sector in the Republic of Moldova. read more

Bright prospects are expected for South African pomegranates in 2026, with improving exports and recently established orchards set to increase export volumes significantly over the next five years. Recent developments in Turkey and Italy have also contributed to this positive outlook. read more