The beginning of the 2025 growing season proved to be exceptionally difficult for berry growers in Poland. Prolonged frosts reaching as low as -6 or -7°C (locally even lower) plagued the crops for several weeks, including during key periods. read more

The Agriculture Ministry in Malta has implemented new regulations aimed at preventing the mixing of foreign vegetables and fruits with those grown by Maltese and Gozitan farmers. These regulations are in line with Malta's Agricultural Products Trade and Maltese Markets for Agricultural Trade. read more

Według danych FAOSTAT przeanalizowanych przez Hortoinfo, w 2023 roku Turcja wyprzedziła Hiszpanię pod względem sprzedaży ogórków. W 2021 i 2022 roku, pomimo mniejszego zbioru, wartość sprzedaży hiszpańskich była wyższa. Wartości są wyrażone w dolarach amerykańskich i zostały przeliczone na euro dla ułatwienia porównań. W 2023 roku, read more

Niespotykane w maju przymrozki uszkodziły zbiory ziemniaków w regionie Rivne na Ukrainie. Według miejscowych rolników, nawet uprawy przykryte agrowłókniną nie były w pełni chronione, a liście stały się czarne z powodu mroźnych temperatur. "Sytuacja z majowymi przymrozkami była trudna dla rolników. read more

More than 1,520 industry professionals from 77 countries attended the 2025 International Nut and Dried Fruit Council (INC) Congress, held from May 8–10 in Mallorca, Spain. The event provided a platform for stakeholders to exchange insights, assess market trends, and discuss developments across the industry. read more

Pomimo trwających napięć geopolitycznych, Rosja nadal pozostaje głównym importerem mandarynek z południowokoreańskiej wyspy Jeju. Według Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Rosja stanowiła 53% eksportu cytrusów z wyspy w ubiegłym roku, otrzymując 1775 metrycznych ton spośród ogólnej.

Despite ongoing geopolitical tensions, Russia continues to be the primary importer of tangerines from South Korea's Jeju Island. According to the Korea Citrus Export Corporation (KCEC), Russia accounted for 53% of the island's citrus exports last year, receiving 1,775 metric tons out of a total. read more

The cherry harvest started a few days ago in the hills of Cesena, beginning with the earliest varieties. According to price lists released by the Bologna market organization, wholesale prices range from €5 to €10 per kilogram, depending on the size and quality of the fruit. Loris Babbini from Le read more

The new campaigns for apricots and melons have started: the sale of smooth variety has also begun. The Italian nectarine campaign has started early. Volumes are still low for peaches, Platicarpa or Tabacchiera cultivars. Demand remains low for watermelons too. read more

"Currently, we are offering watercress in its complete form, including the stems, leaves, and flowers. However, we will soon only be selling it as stems and leaves. Watercress is a versatile vegetable that can be used in various culinary preparations," says Andrea Tessadrelli, the scientific manager of L'Orto di Mimì. read more

The start-up Frankenspross from Schwaig near Nuremberg, Germany, is more than just a supplier of microgreens—it is the result of a personal health journey. Founder and medically certified nutritionist Moritz Bußler (right) experienced firsthand how powerful nutrition can be in healing chronic. read more

W dniu 16 maja, części południowej Serbii, gdzie znajduje się większość produkcji malin w kraju, doświadczyły nieoczekiwanego opadu śniegu, co wzbudziło obawy dotyczące już narażonej na szwank zbiorów w 2025 roku. Zdjęcia i filmy krążące w mediach społecznościowych pokazują plantacje malin pokryte warstwą śniegu, zaledwie kilka tygodni ... read more

After a season marked by tensions in international markets, even Sicilian lemons – an excellence of Made in Italy – had to deal with a phase of uncertainty. Specifically, the campaign of the first bloom, which represents the cornerstone of production for the sector, faced challenges. read more

A delegation of Dutch producers and government representatives recently visited New Covent Garden Market in London to explore opportunities for expanding sales of Dutch organic produce in the UK. The visit is part of the Netherlands' Action Plan for Growth in Organic Production. read more

Within six months, the 29th expoSE – Europe's premier trade fair for asparagus and berry production – and the 14th expoDirekt – Germany's biggest trade fair for direct marketing in agriculture – will be held at the Karlsruhe Exhibition Center. The event will take place from November 19 to 20, 2025, with 440 exhibitors. read more

In 2024, Guatemala established itself as the world's top melon exporter by volume, surpassing Spain, which had held the top position until 2023. According to a report by Hortoinfo, based on data from the UN Statistics Division COMTRADE using TARIC code 080719 (Fresh melons), Spain still leads in. read more

Inhouse team develops SA's first recyclable 7kg potato bags for Shoprite Group

The Shoprite Group has announced that it is the first South African retailer to introduce a fully recyclable 7kg potato bag, solving a longstanding packaging issue that has been a challenge for the industry. read more

The French, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish peach and nectarine contact group met in Fundao, Portugal, on the 14th and 15th of May. The group, consisting of the leaders of the sectoral associations from the four countries and government officials, will request the European Commission to make modifications. read more

Bruno Gioffre of Dole, Gianpaolo Renino of Del Monte, Luca Battaglio of Battaglio, Greenyard’s Jen Gabriel, Kantar’s Tom Hole, Cindy van Rijswick of Rabobank, Thieirry Athimon of Frutas Montosa, ICA Sweden’s Maria Wieloch, and Westfalia’s Wim Destoop are just some of the speakers who will... read more

During the main harvesting season - from mid-May to mid-June - the Swiss Fruit Association expects 900 to 1,100 tons per week. Overall, as reported by the Agricultural Information Service (LID), a total harvest of around 7,500 tons is anticipated. read more

BIO AUSTRIA welcomes the intention of the European Commission to strengthen organic farming by recognizing its environmental benefits and simplifying processes. However, these measures are coming very late for the current period to provide significant relief to organic farms. read more