The stone fruit production in Moldova has been significantly affected by two frost periods, leading to reduced yield potential this season, according to Stefan Pislaru, the commercial director of Moldovan cherry exporter StarAgro Group. "In April 2025, Moldova faced two severe frost events that resulted in." read more

Tomorrow, the Rimini Expo Centre will officially open its doors to the 42nd edition of Macfrut, a central event for the fruit and vegetable sector. The president of the event Renzo Piraccini will cut the ribbon, accompanied by the Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida and by... read more

With the majority of orchids in the Russian market still being imported, the government is promoting the opening of a local facility. In Yaroslavl, the Gorkunov Group has established Russia's first complete-cycle orchid greenhouse. Spanning 8 hectares, the facility aims to cultivate 2.5 million Phalaenopsis orchids. read more

Serbia has become a significant player in the global blueberry market, despite its relatively small size. With around 2,500 hectares devoted to blueberry cultivation, Serbia produces an estimated 6,000-7,000 tons of blueberries annually. The blueberry season in the country lasts from early June to. read more

In 2024, against a backdrop of declining Moldovan exports, fruit exports increased for the second consecutive year. Despite a small agricultural harvest the previous year, the rise in monetary volume was fueled by higher fruit export prices. Veaceslav Ionita, an expert from the Institute for. read more

During this year's Blueberry Conference in Ożarów Mazowiecki, Yara Poland once again presented innovative and proven solutions in the field of blueberry fertilization. Michał Wojcieszek, representing the company, introduced the current offer. read more

W celu wzmocnienia sektora rolniczego białoruski rząd zwiększył finansowanie krajowego programu "Agrobiznes" na rok 2025, przeznaczając dodatkowe 1 mld Br (ok. 280 mln €) na budowę, rekonstrukcję i modernizację sadów i warzywników. read more

Ukraine has once again been hit by unexpected frosts, causing significant damage to crops across the country. Unlike the previous cold snap, which mainly affected stone fruits like cherries and apricots, this time, vegetables and berries have also been severely impacted, especially tomatoes and... read more

On May 4th, the Netherlands observes Remembrance Day, during which floral wreaths are traditionally placed at war memorials across the country. As part of a regional commemoration ceremony, florist Miriam Poldervaart designs a unique wreath annually on behalf of the Regional Veterans Day Foundation. read more

The next chapter of the in-depth analysis of the blueberry market by the EastFruit team focuses on Poland, a major player in the European blueberry market. Here are the links to the previous publications on blueberry market outlook: general global blueberry trends, Peru, Chile, Mexico and Spain, new aggressive blueberry exporters. read more

The harvest of green asparagus in Greece is in full swing. In Imathia, the harvest is at the midpoint of the season. However, sales have been under pressure in recent days, partly because all production zones are active on the market at the same time, and partly due to the Easter and May Day. read more

It's springtime in the Netherlands, which means that mornings now start with sunshine and energy - you can feel it in everything. As an auctioneer, I am right in the midst of it all," Luus Hooyman, auctioneer at Royal FloraHolland, shares. "Every day, I see on the clock how... read more

The cucumber season has started, while the green bean season is in full swing. The first strawberries from Veneto are being harvested, and tomato production has begun in various Italian regions. There is a good level of demand for peas, as they are in peak production. The campaign for Sicilian netted melons continues. read more

Aldi UK: Aldi shoppers can recreate a popular Italian sandwich for less than £1. Aldi UK stated: "Shoppers can experience a taste of Italy for only 94p per person by purchasing the trending Italian sandwich ingredients at Aldi. Everything needed to make a delicious Italian sandwich can be found in the aisles of Aldi." read more

The project aims to meet the need for crops that can maintain stable yields even under environmental stress conditions, with a focus on creating superior potato genotypes that are more resilient. In the future, this research could potentially expand to other crops. "Developing potato varieties that are resistant to drought could decrease crop variability and improve overall." read more

In order to preserve high-yield soils for food production, a solution could be to implement multi-use concepts where food production remains the primary focus and electricity generation serves as a secondary source of income. This approach would also help to ensure greater energy independence. The Austrian Chamber of Agriculture supports this idea. read more

Carrots are still the most popular vegetable in Switzerland. Swiss people consumed over seven kilograms per capita last year. Tomatoes come in second place. However, if cherry tomatoes were included, they would surpass carrots as the top choice. Last year, Swiss people consumed 81 kilograms of fresh and stored tomatoes. read more

With over 5000 visitors from more than 80 countries last year, FlowerTrials has become 'the place to be' for discovering the latest plant innovations and networking with colleagues from all around the world. In week 24, a total of 56 breeders will open their doors in The Netherlands and Germany to showcase. read more

The beginning of May 2025 brings unstable and exceptionally difficult weather conditions for gardeners and growers. After a wave of summer temperatures reaching up to 25°C, a cold front is approaching Poland. Its passage is predicted for May 2nd. read more

On May 8–10, 2024, a delegation from the Ukrainian Horticulture Association (UHA) visited one of Europe’s most advanced horticultural companies — the nursery VIVAI MAZZONI in Italy — as part of the MacFrut trade fair in Rimini. The visit offered participants a unique insight into how. read more