Sown between May and July, the sugarloaf lettuce is harvested from September to November. In 2023, vegetable growers in Switzerland cultivated sugarloaf lettuce on 115 hectares, with 39 of them being in organic production. A total of 3,500 tons were harvested, while 1,650 tons were imported. Sugarloaf lettuce was... read more

The Dutch organic supplier Eosta has announced that it is collaborating with two experienced partners on a new organic ginger project in central Europe. This project, now in its second year, aims to assess the viability of cultivating ginger in Bosnia and Herzegovina. read more

Nova Siri Genetics is continuing to strengthen its international presence by entering new regions for berry production. The Italian company specializing in berry breeding has reported significant success with its early strawberry varieties in Spain, Italy, and North Africa, and is now looking to expand into other regions. read more

The situation in the past weeks remains unchanged, it is said. Onions, especially smaller sizes, are abundant, and the quality of the goods varies greatly. In addition to the ongoing domestic sales, exports can also be processed. The price level remains the same as last week. read more

Rosja wprowadziła tymczasowe ograniczenia na import różnych owoców i warzyw z Kazachstanu, argumentując to troską o bezpieczeństwo żywności. read more

All national branches, logistics centers, and administrative locations of Aldi Süd in Germany already meet the high environmental standards set by the EU's EMAS (Eco-Management and Audit Scheme). In order to ensure compliance with these environmental standards, Aldi Süd has set goals for itself. read more

In week 43, a large Dutch delegation consisting of businesses, educational institutions, and government representatives will travel to Riyadh to participate in events at the Saudi Agricultural Exhibition from October 21 to 24. The focus of these events will be on the. read more

Out of the 25,300 tonnes, approximately 21,500 tonnes are chemical-synthetic plant protection products and 3,800 tonnes are plant protection products approved for use in organic farming. "The use of plant protection products in agriculture has decreased significantly in Germany over the past 15 years on average." read more

With changing weather, most regions experience a slight decrease in demand for strawberries, which are primarily consumed during the summer season. In the Netherlands, there is an ample supply of strawberries available in the market to meet customer needs, with a good balance between supply and demand. Belgians still have access to a decent amount of strawberries. read more

A hydroponic cherry grower in Hungary partnered with Gremon Systems to address the issue of fruit cracking. By utilizing dendrometers to monitor stem diameter, the grower was able to better manage osmotic pressure and ultimately reduce the occurrence of cracking in cherries. read more

Ukraine's apple market is experiencing a unique situation this year, with prices reaching record highs as farmers struggle with significant harvest challenges. Mikhail Telechetsky, an orchard owner in Chernivtsi, reports that despite a relatively good yield, labor shortages are a major issue. read more

Country Crest and Tesco Ireland have strengthened their future partnership by signing a multi-year contract extension for the supply of potatoes, onions, and sweet potatoes to all Tesco stores nationwide and for online shopping. The contract, valued at nearly €100 million, cements the strong… read more

Marie Nygren is stepping down from her position as CEO of Coop Sweden. Nygren announced that she will be leaving her role in November. She first joined the group in 2019 as CEO of Kooperativa förbundet, KF and chairman of CSAB, before taking on the role of CEO of Coop Sverige AB. read more

The new sauerkraut season in Switzerland has started off exceptionally well this year, according to David Dreyer from the company of the same name in Gerolfingen (Canton of Bern). "Both the quantities and qualities have been very satisfactory so far, and marketing is also going smoothly. We have already observed an... read more

The government in Belarus has modified certain price regulation norms. From October 21, 2024, to May 2025, maximum wholesale prices will be determined for fresh cucumbers, apples, onions, and table beets. Additionally, from October 29, 2024, to May 2025, maximum retail prices will be set for these products. read more

The Italian breeder and young plant supplier Lazzeri has been breeding poinsettias for over 25 years. Their range is continuously expanding and has received multiple awards year after year. For the upcoming year, growers will have access to new varieties that they can already preview. read more

"Spain is a crucial market for Peruvian fresh products like avocados, blueberries, grapes, and mangoes. Peru is the second largest avocado supplier to Spain, after Mexico. Spain serves as a key destination for a variety of Peruvian fresh products, highlighting the importance of this market for Peru." read more

In a warehouse located north of Chisinau, Moldova, Stefan Bitlan, a prominent exporter of plums, is preparing his shipment for Germany, choosing to target the European Union market instead of Russia. Moldova, situated between Ukraine and Romania, is on the verge of a referendum for EU membership, which is being endorsed by the President. read more

The European Union (EU) market for peaches and nectarines has exhibited intriguing trends in recent years, especially in terms of production, trade, and pricing. The production area of peaches and nectarines in EU member states has experienced minor fluctuations from 2017 to 2023. Italy and Spain, in particular, have... read more

In Ukraine, the pricing trends for cucumbers and tomatoes on different retail platforms are being monitored by sources such as "Hvylya", the Minfin portal, the Capital Market, and the Odessa market "Pochatok". With winter approaching, there is an upward trend in the prices of these vegetables. read more