During a knowledge event hosted by screen manufacturer Svensson in the Netherlands, growers and industry professionals met at the World Horti Center in Naaldwijk to discuss strategies for maintaining a balanced greenhouse climate with full-LED lighting. The event, backed by the Greenhouse as Energy initiative, brought together experts to share insights and best practices. read more

Eurosemillas, the company holding the rights to the late-maturing Tang Gold mandarin, announces the achievement in Italy of the authorized surface area planned for this protected variety. A strategic milestone that marks a key step in the consolidation and growth process of Tang Gold on. read more

The Dutch asparagus season began at German wholesale markets with limited quantities available. White asparagus in size AA was priced at 20 to 21 EUR per kg. In weeks 10-11, loose purple and white asparagus from Greece also became available. The Spanish season started with green asparagus priced at 4 EUR per 400-g bundle. read more

Azerbaijan significantly increased its persimmon exports in 2025, reaching 187,545 tonnes valued at $144.2 million, as reported by the State Statistics Committee. This marks a 22% increase in volume and a 27% rise in value compared to 2024. Russia continued to be the primary market, representing 141,867 tonnes of the total export. read more

From 2013 to 2025, Spain's tomato export volume nearly halved, decreasing by 445.39 million kilograms, according to data from Hortoinfo sourced from Estacom (Icex-Tax Agency) under code 0702 of the European Communities' Integrated Tariff (TARIC). Almeria, the leading exporting province, accounted for 67.49% of the total. read more

Over the last two days, over 50 representatives from the garlic production and marketing sectors in France, Italy, and Spain took part in the Garlic Contact Group meeting organized by the Joint Committee in Aceuchal. The meeting centered on analyzing the difficult situation of the garlic crop in Europe. read more

The tomato season in the Republic of North Macedonia starts from mid to late May when all the basic, plastic-made greenhouses and the first open-field farms begin harvesting. Until then, only products from heated greenhouses will be available. Tomatoes from heated greenhouses are the ones that are available before the open-field farms start harvesting. read more

With the arrival of March, the Sicilian climbing bean season reaches its peak. These beans are grown in greenhouses in one of Italy's most suitable regions for protected vegetable cultivation. At the Berdia Ortofrutticola greenhouses in Vittoria, Sicily, the daily harvest continues, supplying read more

Norway's Avisomo has successfully launched its vertical farming technology into full commercial operation through a joint venture with Coop Norway called Himmelgrønt AS. Today, bagged baby leaf Crispy lettuce from the Reindyrka product line is available in Coop Mega stores nationwide. read more

During the week, a low-pressure system coming from the Balkans will tend to spread over Italy, favoring unstable conditions and bringing in cold air from the northern and eastern quadrants. This will result in variable weather conditions. read more

Morocco has implemented a regulation concerning financial assistance for the export of fresh tomatoes through a collaborative decision published in the Official Bulletin. This framework establishes the amount and terms of government support designed to boost exports to markets beyond the European Union and the United Kingdom. read more

"Pro Ecuador is Ecuador's promotional institute. Our mission is to promote Ecuadorian exports to Germany and attract German investment to Ecuador," stated César Rohon, head of Pro Ecuador's trade office in Germany. With 23 trade offices worldwide, the institution focuses on a significant part of... read more

County Armagh potato processor Wilson’s Country has won two awards at the 2026 Northern Ireland Food & Drink Association (NIFDA) Awards. read more

Planasa’s RedSayra strawberry has become the most widely grown variety in the current 2025/26 season in Huelva, the main strawberry-producing region in Spain and Europe. read more

The Belgian fresh produce specialist Coccinelle is expanding its focus across the border, especially towards the Netherlands. The company, based in Sint-Katelijne-Waver, has established a solid reputation as a comprehensive partner for retailers and distributors in recent years. read more

The World Avocado Organisation (WAO) is employing focused social media tactics throughout Europe to promote avocado consumption and boost market demand. The organization runs specialized social media channels in Spain, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Italy. read more

Pink Lady® is growing not only in volume (+5%), but in all key indicators according to the Brand Barometer Italy (December 2025 vs February/March 2024): from awareness (67%, +8 points in less than 2 years), to reputation (8.0/10 improving), to value for money (7.6/10 growing). read more

The 2025/2026 brassica export season in Spain is currently underway, with lower production and shortages expected in the coming weeks due to constant rains during much of the winter. On a commercial level, Spanish exporters have faced higher costs and unusually low market conditions so far. read more

A delegation from the Port of Itajaí in Brazil held a meeting on Tuesday (10) at the Port of Gioia Tauro in Calabria, Italy, to discuss export opportunities for bananas produced in the Brazilian state of Santa Catarina in the European market. Brazilian and Italian authorities, as well as representatives from both ports, were present. read more

Prices are generally rising for fruits and vegetables. There are high volumes of strawberries, especially Lucanian varieties like Sabrosa and Inspire; Campania production is also increasing. There is also high availability of fava beans, as their commercialization has started. The strong demand for apples is driving prices up. read more