Greenhouse farmers in Albania are experiencing substantial losses in the sale of agricultural products this year, as in previous years. The early planting strategy implemented in January to take advantage of favorable market prices has not resulted in the anticipated benefits. Rising operational costs, such as... read more

In the spirit of 60 years of bilateral relations between Kenya and the Netherlands, we are stepping back in time to delve into the history of our robust connections. The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) was established in 1996 by Kenyan growers and exporters of cut-flowers. 2024 will mark their 28th year of operation. read more

In the spirit of 60 years of bilateral relations between Kenya and the Netherlands, we are revisiting the history of our strong ties. The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) was established in 1996 by Kenyan growers and exporters of cut flowers. 2024 marks their 28th year of operation. read more

In a surprising turn of events for consumers, the prices of sweet cherries from Imathia, Greece have reportedly skyrocketed to around 16.39 euros per kilogram. Producers have complained that cherries are frequently taken from the fields without invoices, giving intermediaries a golden opportunity. read more

Na skutek ogłoszenia przez Chińską Administrację Generalną Cel (GAC), Węgrom przyznano zgodę na eksport świeżych wiśni do Chin, pod warunkiem spełnienia określonych wymagań. Ten rozwój sytuacji wynikł z wizyty państwowej chińskich przywódców na Węgrzech, co zaowocowało. read more

Spanish spending on fresh products in the shopping cart increased from 1,901 euros in 2022 to 2,044 euros in 2023, representing a 7.51% increase, according to data from the sixth edition of the Aldi Fresh Products Observatory in Spain. Specifically, fruits and vegetables have become the... read more

Trade magazine Primeur has published an international magazine this month in collaboration with FreshPlaza. In addition to the Dutch-language edition, a German-language magazine in print was sent out in a circulation of over 3,500 copies to all fruit and vegetable professionals in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. read more

The Spanish flat peach season started almost a month ago and is showing promising signs in terms of quality, quantity, and marketing. This fruit is becoming increasingly popular among consumers due to its quality and affordable price. Here is an overview of the current market situation with a French operator. A slightly early start to the season. read more

Italy's production of hazelnuts, almonds, walnuts, chestnuts, and pistachios in 2023 amounts to 270 thousand tons. It is a rich and diverse offering in terms of variety and distinctive characteristics, reflecting the different territories of origin, which places Italy in a prominent position. read more

The Dutch Board for the Authorisation of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (Ctgb) has published its 2023 annual report online. As an assessment authority, Ctgb is responsible for evaluating and approving the safe use of plant protection products and biocides in the Netherlands. In 2023, the read more

The 2023/2024 Spanish grapefruit campaign is now in its final stretch, lasting over two weeks longer than the previous season due to slow sales. Production in Spain has increased again this year and is expected to continue growing in the coming years, based on planted area figures. read more

Spain is the world's leading producer and exporter of carob, mainly in pulp and locust bean gum, with an annual volume between 60,000 and 80,000 tons of whole fruit and an area of 45,000 hectares. The cultivation is mainly concentrated in the Valencian Community, the Balearic Islands, and read more

W niezwykłym wyczynie Ukraina pobiła rekordy w 2023 roku, eksportując bezprecedensową ilość ponad 4000 ton świeżych borówek na rynki międzynarodowe, według informacji z EastFruit. Ten kamień milowy był szczególnie zadziwiający w kontekście trwającej rosyjskiej agresji wojskowej i. read more

The Dutch Board for the Authorisation of Plant Protection Products and Biocides (Ctgb) has published its 2023 annual report online. As an assessment authority, the Ctgb is responsible for evaluating and approving plant protection products and biocides for safe use in the Netherlands. In 2023, the Ctgb... read more

Portugal's Sensei, a prominent European autonomous store technology provider, is expanding its footprint in the Italian market by launching the country's second autonomous supermarket. read more

Spain’s Citrus Management Committee (CGC) has released a statement asserting that a recent study, which reveals the spread of Citrus Black Spot in Tunisia's citrus-growing regions, contradicts South Africa's claims that the disease cannot adapt to the Mediterranean climate. read more

Starting now, as announced by Lidl Austria, all apples in local stores will also be packaged without plastic. "Packaging is important. It protects our food during transport and ensures that it stays fresh longer. But just as important is the read more

Despite the oversupply of other varieties from third countries in the Mediterranean region, including the licensed ones, ORRi continues to stand out and, according to the Citrus Exchange in Valencia, has maintained a price difference of around 30% compared to the... read more

Hansueli Loosli was born in the canton of Bern in 1955 and began his professional career with a commercial apprenticeship at the Swiss retail company Volg. After further training to become a certified expert in accounting and controlling, he worked in this field at [missing information]. read more

India: Kisanserv to open 250 new stores in Pune, Mumbai

Agritech startup Kisanserv plans to establish 250 new retail stores in Mumbai and Pune within the next three years. The goal is to provide customers with top-notch fruits and vegetables at competitive prices. Currently, Kisanserv has already launched 25 stores in these two cities. read more