The insolvency administrator is now examining the possibilities for a restart and is in talks with some candidates who are interested in parts of the company. Efforts will be made to facilitate a smooth sale, with the aim of continuing operations for the time being. read more

The economic performance and international competitiveness must be restored with high priority – otherwise, Germany will definitively fall into an economic and societal dead-end with no possibility of turning back. read more

Banana consumption in France is increasing, with it becoming the most consumed fruit in 2024. However, retail prices are also rising. In this context, French supermarket buyers are putting immense pressure on suppliers to lower their prices significantly. read more

Both the war in Ukraine and the conflicts in the Middle East have influenced international trade and caused uncertainties in global markets. In Germany, the economic output decreased by 0.2%. At the same time, industrial production fell by 4.5% compared to. read more

Vegetarians also offer potential from BelOrta's perspective: "We are noticing increasing interest and communication through social channels about the use of eggplants as a meat substitute," it says. In Belgium, there are around 28 hectares of eggplant cultivation under glass. Most of it is used for... read more

Seed specialist Enza Zaden is inviting customers to visit its Pijnacker Innovation Centre in the Netherlands for a comprehensive overview of the company's extensive portfolio of heated tomato varieties. read more

The Valencian Regional Government has taken urgent measures to control the unexpected presence of Scirtothrips aurantii Faure in this year's citrus season in Spain's Valencian Community. The first warnings about symptoms compatible with the pest have been reported. read more

Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

France, which is famous for growing more than 100 apple varieties, has managed to maintain relatively stable production levels despite the challenges brought by climate change. The country's distinctive climate and fertile soil have traditionally nurtured a wide variety of apples. However, changing global weather patterns may pose a threat to this tradition. read more

UK: The Co-operative Group announces new Board appointmentsThe Co-operative Group (Co-op) reported: "The Co-operative Group (Co-op) is pleased to announce the appointments of Wais Shaifta and Lord Simon Woolley as Independent Non-Executive Directors".Source: co-operative.coop

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This morning, at the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Interfel presented the results of the 2024 fruit and vegetable confidence barometer, conducted by the CSA institute for FranceAgriMer and Interfel. Generally, "confidence in fresh produce remains high, above that of frozen, canned, and... read more

Rząd cypryjski wprowadził inicjatywę inwestycyjną o wartości 60 milionów euro, mającą na celu zwiększenie konkurencyjności i zrównoważonego rozwoju sektora rolniczego. Nowy Plan Strategiczny Inwestycji CAP, zwany "Wielkim Planem Inwestycyjnym", stanowi główny mechanizm wzmacniania. read more

A survey conducted by Rabobank among suppliers in the global greenhouse sector shows a positive outlook for increased investments. Various global trends are impacting the greenhouse industry, with consolidation among growers progressing rapidly in countries like the Netherlands, Belgium, Canada, and the US. read more

Erik van Vugt has been working in Poland for more than half of his life. In 1998, he and his partners founded FreshWorld. Today, the company based in Bronisze offers direct sourcing of fruits and vegetables for Polish retail customers from markets including China, South Africa, and Latin America. read more

Vietnam's exports continue to have a competitive advantage in the Dutch market thanks to tariff reductions facilitated by the EU-Vietnam Free Trade Agreement (EVFTA), as stated by the Vietnam Trade Office in the Netherlands. Trade Counsellor Vo Thi Ngoc Diep emphasized that the Netherlands is Vietnam's largest trading partner in the European Union. read more

Nowe przepisy zostały wprowadzone w celu zapobieżenia Irlandii Północnej staniu się kanałem przemytu międzynarodowych produktów spożywczych do Wielkiej Brytanii. Od wtorku, produkty spożywcze i pasze muszą być przetwarzane lub należeć do firmy zarejestrowanej w Irlandii Północnej, aby zachować nieskrępowany handel. read more

The growth of Italian organic products continues. This is confirmed by data concerning both the domestic market, thanks to a growing expansion of consumption, and international markets, driven by the combination of Bio-Made in Italy. In 2024, sales of organic food products on the market will continue to increase. read more

Francja, znana z uprawy ponad 100 odmian jabłek, utrzymała stosunkowo stabilne poziomy produkcji pomimo wyzwań stawianych przez zmiany klimatyczne. Unikalny klimat i żyzna gleba kraju tradycyjnie wspierały różnorodność odmian jabłek. Jednak zmieniająca się globalna pogoda. read more

In calendar week 8, the first Hayward kiwis grown in Turkey arrived in Germany. "Due to the extreme weather fluctuations during the growing season in the Yalova growing region, south of Istanbul, there has been a significant decline in volume this year. In some plantations, not even a third of read more

The first participation in Fruit Logistica 2025 appears to have helped strengthen the presence of the newly established producer organization Tenute Zuccarella in key markets for the premium segment, such as Italy, Germany, and Great Britain. "We saw a significant increase in requests for..." read more