A new support program for producers and processors of organic berries and nuts is being launched in Ukraine. The initiative is aimed at new operators who are planning to start organic production, are currently in the transition period from conventional to organic production, or intend to introduce organic practices. read more

Ok, here is the translation: Approximately one-third of the green asparagus crops in Vega Baja del Genil, the primary production area in Granada and Spain, are still flooded due to recent storm Marta. The storm's passage caused the Vilano stream and the River Genil to overflow, resulting in extensive damage to fields. read more

Millions of Colombian roses arrived in the U.S. just in time for Valentine's Day, but growing economic challenges are threatening to wilt the romance for the world's second-largest flower exporter. Colombia, which trails only the Netherlands in global exports, shipped approximately 65,000 tons of... read more

Leaders in the fresh produce industry from around the world took on Germany's coldest winter in 15 years from 4-6 February 2026 to establish valuable new connections at Fruit Logistica, the leading global event for fruits and vegetables. read more

Albania's agricultural exports have shown significant growth in the first ten months of 2025, with double-digit increases in both volume and value. In the last five years, the total volume of food exports has increased from around 905,000 tonnes in 2021 to approximately 1.1 million tonnes in 2025. read more

The Atlantic disturbances continue to knock on the door, and after last week's bad weather, Italy will have to deal with adverse weather conditions in the coming days as well. Starting from today, a new disturbance will reach the country, bringing widespread rain and showers. read more

Edenya is the name of the new botanical greenhouse at Pairi Daiza in Belgium. With a ground surface of 40,000 m² and a height of 25 metres, Edenya is described as the largest tropical greenhouse in the world. The structure will become home to a wide range of plants as well as several animals. read more

Jean-Claude Müller, the president of the Lëtzebuerger Landesuebstbauveräin, Luxembourg's National Fruit Growers' Association, has dismissed allegations that apples are harmful to children's health. He emphasized that the pesticide residues found are minimal, regulated, and fall within safety standards. read more

The National Agency for Food Safety, ANSA of Moldova, has announced that fees for issuing phytosanitary certificates for export and re-export of agricultural products will be abolished starting February 5, 2026, according to Logos Press. The decision follows the enactment of Law No 227/2025. read more

The effects of the Harry storm on various fruit and vegetable productions are still being felt, with damages, decreased quantities, and lower quality, along with rain and frosts. Oranges, artichokes, and eggplants are particularly affected. There is a high demand for strawberries ahead of Valentine's Day. read more

Mycotal, a biological insecticide containing Akanthomyces muscarius Ve6, has recently received official registration in Germany. It is specifically approved in Germany for controlling whiteflies in protected crops. Germany is the latest country to approve this product, following registrations in Hungary. read more

Morocco has become the fastest-growing tomato supplier to the German market over the past 20 years, according to UN data. Moroccan tomato exports to Germany increased from 12,710 tons in 2005 to 74,890 tons in 2024, representing a growth of 489 percent. read more

Spain: Hiperber revenue grew 7% in FY 2025, amid store expansion
Supermarket chain Hiperber reported a revenue of €235.1 million for the 2025 financial year, showing a 6.88% increase compared to the previous year and a 5.77% growth in like-for-like sales. The chain continued to invest in its assisted-service sections, such as the read more

Poland remains one of the leading global producers of highbush blueberries and continues to host the annual International Blueberry Conference. The 14th edition of the conference is scheduled to take place on 5-6 March 2026. With over 13,000 hectares dedicated to blueberry cultivation, Poland is the largest blueberry producer. read more

Temperature fluctuations during transport pose a significant risk to the quality of flowers, especially for delicate varieties. In the Netherlands, Holex Flower has collaborated with Inter Fresh Concepts to develop innovative methods for safeguarding flowers from fluctuations in temperature, such as cold and heat. This collaboration has led to the development of new solutions for this issue. read more

Ukrainian farms are increasing the production of winter onions and creating export shipments to Romania and other European markets as part of a Ukrainian-South Korean project. Important criteria for export include meeting EU packaging regulations and having access to specialized storage facilities. read more

The new production campaign from Senegal is ready to start for the Francescon PO and, consequently, for the Mantuafruit PO. Among the protagonists of the season are Delica pumpkins, netted melons, and, starting this year, also mini watermelons with seeds. read more

The South Tyrolean consortium Vog, a top apple supplier located in the northeastern region of Italy, has unveiled a new strategic approach aimed at enhancing communication and engagement with consumers. read more

Arrigoni Group has announced the launch of a new brand identity, which will be officially presented at Fruit Logistica in Berlin from February 4th to 6th, 2026. The refreshed visual identity will be implemented across the entire Group and its subsidiaries: Arrigoni France, Artes, and Lirsa. The rebranding process was... read more

On February 2, Moldova's National Agency for Food Safety (ANSA) reported the destruction of a 15-ton shipment of imported dill due to pesticide pencycuron levels exceeding safety limits, as reported by Logos Press. Authorities stated that such cases occur when producers do not follow proper agricultural practices. read more