The campaign for Pugliese Fioroni figs is starting with high volumes. There is an increase in the quantities of melons coming mainly from Mantua, both smooth and netted varieties. The sale of Italian peaches and Platicarpa has begun. The quality of Italian cherries is still not high, due to... read more

"Over 5 months after the bipartisan commitment, resolved with an amendment proposed by the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, we are still waiting to be summoned by the Ministry of Transport to resolve how to comply with the new European obligation to ensure" read more

In 2024, Moldova started actively exporting fresh apples to one of the most attractive fresh apple markets in the world - India. In 2023, despite a relatively low yield of apples, Moldova faced challenges in selling its stocks as Russia had banned imports of fruits and other food items from the country. read more

The Associated International Group of Nurseries (AIGN®), now consisting of twelve members, convened in France during the last week of May for their annual general meeting in 2024. The theme for this year, "Moving ahead during difficult times," served as a focal point for discussions on how the 36-year-old company can progress despite challenges. read more

This will be voted on on September 22nd. Not only the Swiss Farmers' Association (SBV), but also the government and parliament oppose the biodiversity initiative. At a press conference last week, a committee of opponents criticized that the initiative undermines sustainable energy and... read more

The competition, formerly known as 'Groentevakman', is taking place for the tenth time and is an initiative of Flanders' Agricultural Marketing Office VLAM in collaboration with Boerenbond, Buurtsuper.be, Coöperatie Hoogstraten, BelOrta, and REO Veiling. read more

These are the objectives of an ongoing study on year-round cultivation of berry fruits. The main research centers for berry fruits in the border region of Belgium and the Netherlands are collaborating in this European project to work together with the sector on plant breeding and cultivation. read more

South Africa's citrus exports to Russia have returned to normal volumes over the past two seasons, with consumers in the market said to have changed their habits by demanding higher-grade fruit. The traditional perception of Russia as a market that gladly accepted Class 2 fruit has shifted. read more

It is a drama of drought in the regions of Southern Italy where the lack of rainfall and deficiencies in water infrastructure are devastating crops and animals, with harvests practically wiped out. Farmers are forced to resort to tanker trucks to save what's left. read more

Despite the challenges faced by Spanish and European exporters as a result of Brexit, Spain's lettuce continues to maintain its strong presence in the British market, representing 91.95% of all lettuce imports in the UK. The Netherlands holds a 2.18% share of the British market, while Italy accounts for 2.1%. Morocco and Turkey also have a presence in the market. read more

Seed specialist KWS is expanding its R&D capacities in Andijk, the Netherlands. A state-of-the-art greenhouse will be constructed on a 10,000m2 site, along with a dedicated preparation and research area for outdoor vegetables, including an office and laboratory. The completion of this project is... read more

On June 6th and 7th, the top fruit contact group met in Lerida, Spain. Hosted by AFRUCAT (Catalonia Association of Fruit Companies), unions and associations of producers' organizations, as well as administrations from Spain (ASAJA), Portugal, Italy (ASSOMELA), and France gathered to assess the situation. read more

Carrefour Italia has obtained Gender Equality Certification, issued by the certifying body Bureau Veritas, which attests the company's commitment to promoting gender equality and creating an inclusive and respectful work environment. Carrefour Italia, now a Company read more

EastFruit analysts report that Ukrainian raspberry processors are already announcing the initial purchase prices for berries, despite the fact that the season for buying large quantities of raspberries for freezing has just started. read more

Finland has applauded Kenya's decision to export horticultural produce by sea rather than air, describing it as environmentally sustainable. read more

Stavropol Krai in Russia has achieved self-sufficiency in apple production, with enough harvests to supply other regions, Governor Vladimir Vladimirov announced. "Every third apple on the shelves of Russian retail chains is from Stavropol," he stated. However, residents of Stavropol may still face challenges in accessing affordable and diverse fruits due to the focus on apple production. read more

Armenia has increased its exports of apples and apricots to Russia in 2024. From January 1 to June 10, 2024, the export of fruits from Armenia to Russia has grown 2.1 times year-on-year, as stated by Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan during a press conference. read more

Wyspecjalizowane gospodarstwo owocowe Boro Valley Fruit Farm w Enniscorthy, Wexford, prowadzone przez Martina Murphy'ego, jest jednym z przedsiębiorstw specjalizujących się w uprawie truskawek i zostało uznane jako preferowany owoc narodu przez Bord Bia w Irlandii. Gospodarstwo to zostało założone przez ojca Murphy'ego. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, w 2024 roku Mołdawia rozpoczęła aktywne eksportowanie świeżych jabłek na jeden z najatrakcyjniejszych rynków świeżych jabłek na świecie - rynek Indii. Pomimo stosunkowo niskiego zbioru jabłek w 2023 roku, Mołdawia miała problemy z zbyciem swoich zapasów, ponieważ Rosja zakazała importu. read more

Wagner from Germany suggests that by implementing new cultivation techniques and technologies, the asparagus industry could see a revival. Wagner believes that with the use of modern methods such as hydroponics and vertical farming, asparagus production could become more efficient and sustainable. This could potentially lead to increased yields, lower prices for consumers, and a resurgence in the popularity of asparagus. Wagner's research and recommendations offer hope for the future of the asparagus industry. read more