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
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Price trend of fruit and vegetables in Italy as of May 19th.
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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Watercress is becoming increasingly popular in Italy.
2025-05-20 00:00
"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.
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"We entirely steer clear of substrates that lack nutrients and synthetic fertilizers."
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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Late snowfall has caused damage to raspberry crops in Serbia.
2025-05-20 00:00
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 ...
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Sicilian lemon faces market test: OP Cai charts the course
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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Dutch group explores UK market for organic exports
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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The trade fair duo expoSE/expoDirekt has already registered over 240 exhibitors from 14 countries.
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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Gautemala was the world's leading exporter of melons in 2024.
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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Greenfood is further enhancing its partnership with Lidl Sweden.
2025-05-20 00:00
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 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
Peach and nectarine growers in France, Italy, Portugal, and Spain are requesting accelerated approval of phytosanitary products.
2025-05-20 00:00
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.
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Agenda revealed for Fruitnet Tropicals Congress
2025-05-19 18:00
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...
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Switzerland: Cultivation area of strawberries is decreasing
2025-05-19 15:00
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.
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BIO AUSTRIA welcomes the will to strengthen organic farming.
2025-05-19 15:00
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.
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Kölla expects "outstanding" apricots from Italy this season.
2025-05-19 12:00
Jednym z wiodących dostawców owoców w Europie zgłosił "wyjątkową" i "wyjątkowo wysoką" jakość w produkcji nowych sezonów moreli z południowych Włoch.
One of Europe's leading fruit suppliers has reported "outstanding" and "exceptionally high" quality in the production of new-season apricots from southern Italy. read more
One of Europe's leading fruit suppliers has reported "outstanding" and "exceptionally high" quality in the production of new-season apricots from southern Italy. read more
Spain Food Nation summit returns with expanded focus
2025-05-19 11:00
The annual Spain Food Nation Summit is returning on 25 June to celebrate and enhance the trading relationship between Spain and the UK.
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The enthusiasm of a new young generation of farmers and the opportunities of the free market economy now sporadically revive the old tradition of asparagus cultivation. Interestingly, the largest cultivation area today is located in the Sliven region, in
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Network of Asparagus and Berry Associations e.V.: On May 24th, Germany celebrates its strawberry.
2025-05-19 10:00
The strawberry is much more than just a sweet fruit - it is an emotional cultural asset that evokes memories, connects people, and symbolizes seasonal enjoyment like few other fruits do.
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Turkey, the world's leading apricot producer, is experiencing a shift in its market dynamics following severe frosts in April 2025, as reported by EastFruit. This climatic event is expected to impact apricot pricing across the EU, USA, Middle East, and Central Asia, with countries like Ukraine,...
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Queen współpracuje z Mprise Agriware w celu usprawnienia swoich operacji przy użyciu oprogramowania Agriware. W miarę rozwoju firmy zarządzanie produkcją, zapasami, siłą roboczą i kontrolą jakości w wielu krajach i na wielu placówkach stało się coraz bardziej skomplikowane. Aby rozwiązać te wyzwania, Queen poszukiwała
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