Researchers at Nagoya University and engineers at NARO in Japan have apparently discovered a method to "manage the quality of strawberries," enabling them to regulate the ripeness of each fruit without any interference, as reported on francetvinfo.fr. According to the conducted experiments, fruits with the read more

According to the Agribusiness Analytical Center and China's General Administration of Customs, potato imports from China to Russia increased fivefold in 2024, reaching 46,700 tons, which is 37,400 tons more than in 2023. The main reasons for this increase were lower prices for Chinese potatoes and a decline in Russian production. read more

Wiosną, gdy zbliża się pora tulipany zaczynają kwitnąć w szklarniach. Najwcześniejsze odmiany kwitną już w styczniu. Istnieje lekki wzrost popytu na tulipany w Walentynki w lutym, ale tradycyjnie większość tulipanów jest kupowana 8 marca (Dzień Kobiet), jak podała Łotewska Radio 10 lutego. read more

Wiosną, gdy zbliża się wiosna, tulipany zaczynają kwitnąć w szklarniach. Najwcześniejsze odmiany kwitną w styczniu. Istnieje niewielki wzrost popytu na tulipany w Walentynki w lutym, ale tradycyjnie większość tulipanów jest kupowana 8 marca (Dzień Kobiet), jak donosił Łotewski Radio 10 lutego. read more

Zgodnie z danymi monitorowania codziennego projektu EastFruit, ceny ogórków szklarniowych na ukraińskim rynku rosły przez drugi tydzień z rzędu. Jednym z powodów tej sytuacji jest zmniejszenie dostaw importowanych towarów w tym tygodniu.

According to daily monitoring data from the EastFruit project, prices for greenhouse cucumbers in the Ukrainian market have been rising for the second consecutive week. One of the reasons for this situation is the reduction in the supply of imported goods this week. read more

The total consumption of fresh vegetables in the Netherlands has decreased by 2% compared to the previous year. This information is based on data from YouGov (formerly GfK) as reported by GroentenFruit Huis. read more

The fruit cultivation area also decreased, with 13,500 hectares, 14% below the level recorded in 2017. Around one-third of the total area was under organic management. Apples accounted for nearly half of the fruit area in the reporting year, with approximately 6,500 hectares. read more

In Ireland, Kerry-based vegetable grower Paudie Hanafin is facing significant challenges in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. Hanafin is emphasizing the necessity of government assistance for fruit and vegetable growers in the area. The storm, along with rising costs, has created difficulties for the industry. read more

Nine years after winning the award for best innovation at Fruit Logistica with its patented opening system for coconuts for drinking, World's Coconut Trading, also known as Genuine Coconut, has once again participated in the fair in Berlin with one of Spain's most exotic product ranges. read more

Middenweg Flowers, a grower of Irises since 2001, announces further expansion of its international cultivation activities. Following successful winter cultivation in Spain since 2022, the company is now expanding by growing irises in Portugal as well. This development positions Middenweg Flowers as the first iris. read more

Yacov Hason, the marketing manager of Erel Dates based in Israel, has stated that the demand for dates from Israel has increased in several markets around the world. "We put in a lot of effort this past season and exported a large quantity of dates to Dubai, Russia, and the United States. This year, we have significantly expanded into the free market." read more

The 2025 edition of Biofach, the world's most important trade fair dedicated to organic products, concludes today in Nuremberg. The event saw the participation of over 2,300 exhibitors from 94 countries, including 262 Italian brands, confirming Italy as a leader in the sector. read more

Myplant & Garden 2025 promises an even bigger edition, with 55,000 sqm (+5,000 sqm) spread across four halls: a space covering 5.5 hectares, equivalent to eight football fields or 211 tennis courts. More than 800 exhibiting brands (22% from abroad, mainly from the Netherlands, Germany, Denmark). read more

North Ossetia-Alania is exploring agricultural cooperation with Belarus, with a focus on cultivating vegetables and fruits. Sergei Menyailo emphasizes that North Ossetia is home to Russia's largest asparagus farm, a crop that was previously uncommon in Russian agriculture. Additionally, the region is also revitalizing its apple orchards. read more

Strawberries, especially those from Basilicata, Italy's main specialized growing region, are attracting exceptional interest. Operators have confirmed a strong demand from all sales channels. Giovanni Passarelli (pictured above), owner of the firm of the same name in Scanzano Jonico (Matera), is one of the key figures in this industry. read more

The avocado sector in Spain's Malaga and Granada provinces is facing a new challenge with the detection of the Euwallacea fornicatus, also known as the ambrosia beetle. First identified in Motril in 2023, this insect has been declared a pest by the agriculture department of the Junta de Andalucía. read more

Po kilku latach stosunkowo ciepłych zim, które utrudniały gromadzenie wystarczającej ilości godzin chłodzenia dla owoców pestkowych w północnej Grecji, obecna zima wydaje się korzystna dla produkcji brzoskwiń i nektarynek w Naoussa, kluczowej regionie dla tych owoców w Grecji.

After several years of relatively warm winters that made the accumulation of sufficient chilling hours for stone fruits in northern Greece a challenging issue, the current winter seems favorable for the production of peaches and nectarines in Naoussa, the key region for these fruits in Greece. read more

According to analysts from the EastFruit project, a decrease in trading activity is being observed in Ukraine's apple market. This is due to many producers losing hope of further price increases in this segment and starting to sell off stored fruits. read more

The global onion market is currently facing major challenges, including oversupply, fluctuating demand, and price instability impacting various regions. In Europe, high stock levels are putting pressure on prices, with slow sales being reported in France, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands. Italy is also experiencing similar challenges in the onion market. read more

A new container loading table has been integrated into the logistics operations of Richel Group at their headquarters in Eygalieres, Provence Alpes, France. The table was designed to optimize loading efficiency and reduce physical strain on workers. "This equipment is transforming the way we" read more