With the arrival of autumn and following abundant rains, the long-awaited mushroom season has begun in Ukraine. While mushrooms can be found throughout the country, they are most commonly harvested in the forested regions of northern and western Ukraine. Prices for cultivated mushrooms in markets and stores may vary. read more

Ireland: Back-to-school boosts grocery sales as shoppers stock up on family favourites. Kantar reported: "As households settled into their autumn and back-to-school routines of preparing school lunches and dinners, Irish households spent an additional €2.6 million on fresh vegetables and €1.9 million on." read more

The Almeria-based company UNICA Group achieves a new milestone in its trajectory with the Food Internationalization Award from Food from Spain. Enrique de los Ríos, CEO of UNICA, was responsible for collecting this award at an event held at the Teatro Real in Madrid. read more

Among the protagonists of C'è+Gusto, the event dedicated to the food world and the excellences of Made in Italy that took place on October 12 and 13 in Bologna, Orogel, the specialist in fresh frozen vegetables, could not be missing. At the center of the two-day event focused on great ingredients... read more

Organic fruits and vegetables are back on Italian tables: this is what emerges from the data presented by Cso Italy, the leading entity in the sector that represents about 60% of our country's producers, during the conference "Organic Fruits and Vegetables and Neuromarketing: Understanding." read more

Peak production for Italian pumpkins, with the arrival of ornamental varieties in the markets as well. There is a growing demand for pomegranates and persimmons. Quantities of Abate pears are increasing, with the first harvests also for the Emiliana Kaiser variety. The harvest of Variegated radicchio has begun. read more

Zerbinati, a leading company in Italy in the production of fresh salads and vegetables and ready-to-eat meals, is participating in the fifth edition of "Open Factories Piedmont", an initiative by the Piedmont Region that allows the general public to visit 140 facilities throughout the region. read more

Grape prices in Ukraine have significantly increased compared to last year, ranging from €1.33 to €1.88 per kilogram, according to Tetiana Popovych, the marketing chief of the Shuvar market in Lviv. The price hike is attributed to both unfavorable weather conditions and their consequences. read more

The production of kiwis in Greece should be higher than it was last year, says Apostolos Tsinoglou, owner of the Greek fruit exporter Europe Export: "This year, the Greek harvest of kiwifruit has been about 10 per cent higher compared to the previous season. The reason behind this, in my opinion, is the favorable weather conditions and improved agricultural practices." read more

In Aksaray, a region mainly supported by agriculture and animal husbandry, organic garlic farming is being carried out, with exports reaching countries such as Russia and Germany. At the age of 66, Aydın Öngün has started planting organic garlic on over 120 acres of land. Having harvested read more

Over the past five years, the dynamics of the global blueberry export market have undergone notable changes, particularly among countries ranked outside the top ten exporters. Zimbabwe, for instance, has emerged as a key player, ascending to the 13th position in global blueberry exports with an... read more

W tym roku w Ukrainie pojawiła się krytyczna sytuacja dotycząca przechowywania zbiorów ziemniaków. Mieszkańcy borykają się z utrzymaniem ziemniaków w piwnicach, a wiele gospodarstw rolnych nie zakończyło jeszcze zbiorów. Ten rok uważany jest za jeden z najtrudniejszych dla producentów ziemniaków. Rolnicy mają read more

In Moldova, the "Moldova" grape variety has been cultivated for over four decades, serving as the nation's horticultural ambassador worldwide. This variety has gained popularity in international markets due to its frost resistance, large and attractive clusters, and tangy flavor. read more

During the conferences accompanying BIOEXPO 2024, a subtle sense of optimism regarding the future of this market sector could be felt. It still represents a small fraction of the food market, although its annual value has already exceeded 1 billion PLN in Poland. The growth trends are. read more

Uniban, the largest exporter of bananas and plantains in Colombia, has taken a significant strategic step by establishing a commercial hub in Spain with the goal of solidifying its presence in Europe. This decision was made as part of the company's expansion strategy, which aims to enhance its... read more

Pom'Evasion is starting the 2024/2025 season with high hopes for the historic local Ariane apple. According to Romain Chapelet, the company's sales director, the variety has a number of advantages, both in terms of production and marketing. "The Ariane is one of the first varieties to be" read more

For over 50 years, the world of pears has been part of the DNA of Spreafico Francesco & F.lli, and this year the campaign for the Fred pear has restarted, the innovative variety that represents a turning point for the Italian pear sector. read more

Next month, Zespri will likely bring to a vote among its associated producers in New Zealand the development of an additional 2,500 hectares of kiwifruit in Italy, France, Greece, South Korea, and Japan. As reported by the NZ Herald, the company needs to obtain the support of the read more

The focus here is on the use of biodegradable and compostable materials in meaningful applications. The initiative is a collaboration of companies, certifiers, and waste management companies from Germany, France, Italy, and Austria, resulting from... read more

In autumn, the Brussels sprouts season starts: However, the vegetable is not always equally popular – at least that's how it seems. This is also reflected in the per capita consumption figures and the data on cultivation areas in Switzerland. While in the years 2010, 2013, and 2018, only around 200 grams per person were consumed... read more