In the Official Journal of the European Union dated 05/11/2025, the name "Fragola della Basilicata IGP" was registered. According to updated data from the Qualivita Observatory, the food sector made in Italy includes 331 PDO and PGI designations, of which 128 are for fruits and vegetables. read more

In Poltava, Ukraine, municipal greenhouses are being restored after being damaged by shelling on the night of October 2-3. The heating systems are being reconfigured to provide warm conditions for the growth of flowers, as reported by agronews.ua, according to the company's director, Ihor Liashko. read more

In Poltava, Ukraine, municipal greenhouses are being restored after being damaged by shelling on the night of October 2–3. Heating systems are being reconfigured to provide warm conditions for the growth of flowers, according to the company's director, Ihor Liashko, as reported by agronews.ua. read more

The Fruitnet Tomato Congress 2025 will be held in Malaga, Spain, on 11-12 November. The event will include a day of talks, discussions, and networking, followed by a day of tours to the facilities of Rijk Zwaan, Unica Group, and Granada La Palma. read more

The Assembly of European Horticultural Regions (AREFLH) held its second Annual Forum this week in Emilia-Romagna, Italy. The event saw a high level of participation from producer organizations and regions, as well as productive discussions with representatives from EU institutions. read more

"Chociaż BerryTrade zostało założone z myślą o skupieniu się na eksporcie polskich borówek, los zadecydował, że firma zacznie również importować borówki z innych regionów do Polski" - mówi Sandra Stefaniak-Syguła, współzałożycielka polskiego handlowca jagodami BerryTrade. "Założyliśmy." read more

The great classics of Val Venosta apples set off on a journey that crosses Italy to discover the perfect pairings with local traditions. read more

On November 5, Jurgen and Rob Banken, the second generation of the family-owned company Banken Champignons, received the Family Business Legacy Award 2025. The award was presented by TV presenter Renze Klamer and Marieke Kopinsky, Partner Tax and Leader Family Businesses at EY Netherlands. read more

Nature's Produce, a Polish importer and distributor of fresh fruit and vegetables, has started building a new Central Distribution and Ripening Center (CDRC) in Ostrowiec, located about 40 kilometers south of Warsaw. The facility will incorporate sustainable technologies such as heat and read more

On October 27, 2025, a government delegation from Ninh Binh Province, Vietnam, visited Westland to explore opportunities for collaboration in the horticultural sector. The visit was organized by the Netherlands Vietnam Horti Business Platform (NVHBP), Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD), and the read more

Agrivaloire has been operating in the asparagus sector for 35 years, with expertise passed down from generation to generation. Founded by Enya Vermuë's parents, who now leads the company, Agrivaloire initially established its reputation through the sale of asparagus plants before diversifying its operations. read more

Lidl Italy announces that Massimiliano Silvestri, after 24 years in the company, the last 6 of which as CEO, has resigned to pursue new personal and professional challenges. read more

Belgium is projected to be the top European producer of pears in 2025/2026, as reported by the World Apple & Pear Association. The forecasted production is 355,547 tonnes, which is a 32.17% increase from the previous year. This growth solidifies Belgium's position as the leading pear-growing region in Europe. read more

At Sysco, supporting local farmers like De Francesco Farm is not just about supplying fresh produce, but also about enhancing communities and small businesses from their foundations. Sysco offers programs tailored to assist small farmers and artisan producers in marketing their products. read more

SPAR supermarket in Heverlee, Belgium underwent modernization. The updated store now features various new developments and innovations, such as a diverse and fresh assortment of fruits and vegetables, along with freshly baked bread rolls, baguettes, and other breads available daily. read more

The results of the "Golden Innovations FMCG & Retail 2025" competition were announced at the Kamienica Theater in Warsaw - one of the most important events in the food and retail industry in Poland. In this year's edition, Polish preserves made from berries won. read more

The world of blueberries is literally growing. Year after year, growers compete in creating larger and more durable varieties. The latest record was set in Australia, with the title of the world's largest blueberry going to the Eterna variety. But before that happened... read more

Robots selling Fresh Del Monte bananas and pineapples to supermarket shoppers have made their second appearance within a two-week period, this time at an Intermarché store located on the outskirts of Paris, France. read more

W tym sezonie ukraińscy producenci owoców i jagód zmierzyli się z znacznymi stratami plonów spowodowanymi anomaliami pogodowymi, ale ceny wzrosły do rekordowych poziomów, osiągając średnio 1,5–2 razy wyższe niż w zeszłym roku - powiedział Taras Bashtannik, prezydent Ukraińskiego Stowarzyszenia Owoców i Warzyw (UFOA). read more

Taylor Farms, the American giant in the fresh-cut produce industry, continues its European shopping spree with the acquisition of Natures Way Foods, one of the leading British producers of fresh, ready-to-eat foods. The British company, with a turnover of £330 million and 1,300 employees, read more