Terraviva AG was founded in 1946 and currently unites about 90 organic producers from various regions of Switzerland - "from Lake Constance to Lake Geneva," as described by Martin Koller from InnoPlattform Bio GmbH and a consultant at Terraviva AG. The diverse geographic representation is deliberate. read more

The National Food Authority has established guidelines for dealing with non-compliance with legal standards for imported products. When discrepancies are detected, the Rapid Alert System for Food and Feed (RASFF) is informed immediately. In February 2025, there was an incident involving 52 kg of strawberries. read more

In the 14th week of 2025, there was a significant increase in fresh produce activity on the EastFruit Trade Platform. The number of listings went up by 10%, mainly due to a rise in offers from Uzbekistan, as well as increased activity from Ukraine, Egypt, and Iran. Contributions also resumed during this period. read more

Raimund Jehle, Regional Programme Leader for Europe and Central Asia at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), recently completed a visit to Ukraine with a focus on strengthening strategic cooperation and advocating for the organization’s Emergency and Early Recovery plan. read more

On many highbush blueberry plantations, several varieties usually grow. This is also the case at the Blueberry Factory project, where we already have over twenty different new varieties of this species. Through cooperation with companies such as Yara Poland, we have successfully arranged fertilization (top dressing) in such a way that the plants receive all the necessary nutrients. read more

Anecoop, the largest second-tier fruit and vegetable cooperative in Spain, has joined the newly established national brand, Cooperative Product, created by the association of agri-food cooperatives of Spain, Cooperativas Agro-alimentarias. read more

Based on this map, those involved in surface processes can get an overview of the greenhouse area, available heating systems, current SDE projects, and network overload. The map is a tool for the surface development process and the... read more

The funding is part of the Open Technology Programme of the NWO Domain Applied and Engineering Sciences. In addition, the business sector and other organizations contribute an additional 720,000 euros. read more

At the end of March, there were still around 4,461 tons of organic apples in storage. This is 2,923 tons more than in March of last year and 1,586 tons more than in March of the record year 2023. Only 39.4% of the quantity stored at the end of October has been marketed so far. read more

In 2024, the highest amount of asparagus was harvested in Lower Saxony with 22,600 tons, followed by Brandenburg (20,200 tons), Bavaria (19,400 tons), and North Rhine-Westphalia (18,500 tons). Together, these four states accounted for three quarters (75%) of the total asparagus harvest in Germany. read more

Especially large-caliber products of good quality are already quite scarce and in high demand. "On the demand side, a consistently satisfactory business performance in the retail sector is reported. There has also been an increase in export inquiries recently," informs the. read more

Latvia has extended the ban on importing fresh fruits and vegetables from Russia and Belarus until July 1, 2026. The extension of the restrictions, which have been in effect since March 8, 2023, was approved by the Saeima (Latvian Parliament), according to the parliament's press service. read more

Cotecna Inspection SA is pleased to announce the acquisition of Suolo e Salute, the leading organic control and certification body in Italy. This operation, recently approved by the Italian Council of Ministers under the Golden Power regulations, marks a read more

Dublin High School's FFA is organizing its inaugural plant sale on April 12-13 at the high school's greenhouse, situated adjacent to the agriculture building and welding shop. The sale will run from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday and from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday. Dublin ISD recently constructed a new, automated commercial greenhouse. read more

The last two growing seasons in southern Spain were marked by state-imposed restrictions on irrigation water usage. This resulted in cultivation being predominantly limited to fields with wells, access to groundwater, or their own water reserves, leading to a significant... read more

Foodiverse and Taylor Farms have recently completed the acquisition of two production facilities specialized in ready-to-eat salads, previously part of Bonduelle's fresh products division in Germany. This operation represents a strategic move to strengthen the read more

Cargo-partner Mexico has expanded its air freight services to improve connectivity between Mexico and key international markets, including Europe and Asia. The company now offers regular air consolidation services from Frankfurt, Hungary, Austria, and most recently, China and Hong Kong. read more

Trump's announcement of tariffs has hit like a cyclone on all countries that engage in trade with the United States. Europe, including Italy, will not be exempt, facing additional tariffs of up to 20%. The agri-food sector is one of the most affected. read more

If all Dutch citizens were to eat two pieces of fruit daily and eliminate processed meat such as sausages and hamburgers, the Netherlands could see around 20% fewer new cases of diabetes, coronary heart disease, and strokes by 2050. This is the conclusion of new research by Wageningen University. read more

Polska jest jednym z największych producentów jabłek na świecie, wspieranych korzystnymi warunkami klimatycznymi o umiarkowanym charakterze i żyznymi glebami. Te warunki przyczyniają się do soczystości i smaku polskich jabłek, które są uprawiane na szeroką skalę w całym kraju. Jabłka mają długą historię w Polsce,... read more