The Box by Carrefour is the new temporary concept launched on November 28th in Brussels, near the Christmas market and the Ferris wheel. The brand's goal is to attract a younger customer base. Spanning 45 m², this mini-store was constructed in just 4 days using. read more

Wyniki badania roślin ozdobnych w Niemczech z 2025 roku potwierdzają dalszy spadek liczby gospodarstw i obszarów pod uprawą roślin ozdobnych. Z 10% mniejszą liczbą gospodarstw i 8% spadkiem obszaru pod uprawą w porównaniu z 2021 rokiem, liczby mówią same za siebie. read more

W porównaniu do Stuttgartu i Frankfurtu, hurtowy rynek w Karlsruhe jest stosunkowo niewielkim graczem wśród centrów świeżych produktów w południowo-zachodnich Niemczech. Niemniej jednak, przez ostatnie dziesięciolecia konsekwentnie utrzymuje swoją pozycję jako ważne centrum handlowe i tym samym jako ośrodek

Compared to Stuttgart and Frankfurt, the wholesale market in Karlsruhe is a relatively minor player among the fresh produce centers in southwestern Germany. Nevertheless, over the past decades, it has consistently maintained its position as an important trading center and thus as the hub of read more

There is no need to worry for apple traders in Greece this season. The fruits have been stored in the cooling chambers in good condition, and the very low crop this season means that sales to the free market, both domestic and abroad, are unnecessary as the limited volumes have already been secured. read more

Things are bustling in Westland, both inside and outside the greenhouses that are so characteristic of this part of the Netherlands. The greenhouse industry is the pride of the region and ranks among the world's leading industries, but behind this success lies a growing tension. As growers read more

EP Flora, a family-owned Anthurium producer based in Moerkapelle, the Netherlands, is reshaping the concept of sustainable ornamental cultivation. By implementing NLight LED technology, they are taking a crucial step towards a broader transformation that combines precise lighting and advanced techniques. read more

Lazzeri's annual Open Day 2025 attracted over 250 growers, technicians, and industry professionals from Italy, the Netherlands, Germany, and several other countries. The event featured technical presentations, crop evaluations, and networking opportunities, providing attendees with a comprehensive overview of Lazzeri's latest innovations. read more

Germany continues to be one of the most challenging yet stable markets for the agricultural and food exports of the Republic of Moldova. The agricultural sector accounts for around 40% of the country's goods exports, and Moldovan producers are gradually increasing their presence in European supply chains. read more

In 2024, EU seaports handled an estimated 3.4 billion tons of freight (total gross weight), matching the volume of 2023 but remaining below the peak of the decade, which was 3.6 billion tons recorded in 2019. Rotterdam in the Netherlands continued to lead as the busiest maritime freight port in the EU. read more

Kanes Foods in the United Kingdom has introduced a new processing line for iceberg lettuce after completely modifying an existing setup with the help of Kronen GmbH. The project involved integrating the previously installed equipment with new components and adjusting the line to the layout and workflow. read more

Global pear markets are currently experiencing a mixed season, with some countries seeing increased volumes and improved quality, while others are facing reduced yields, fluctuating prices, and changing demand patterns. Italy has reported a decrease in pear production due to lower yields and challenges related to climate conditions, while the Netherlands... read more

Lennart Middelburg and Karim Benzebir are part of Eporifrutas' Dutch sales office in Poeldijk. This week, Ricardo Pereira, originally from Portugal, joined the team. "We keep almost no stock, but work with numerous importers, suppliers, and growers, allowing us to deliver exactly what the read more

On Saturday, January 17, 2026, the Netherlands will officially start the tulip season with Tulip Day. Growers will create a large pick-your-own garden with 200,000 tulips at Amsterdam's Museumplein, this year following the theme "United in Bloom". Starting from 1:00 PM, everyone is invited to participate. read more

In terms of volume, domestic cauliflower offerings still led the way overall, but they were primarily significant in Berlin and Munich. The presence of French shipments had notably increased, with most arrivals being in Frankfurt and Hamburg. Deliveries from the Netherlands and Belgium also contributed. read more

Ceny cebuli na Ukrainie nadal szybko spadają, a poziom hurtowy w kraju wynosi obecnie od 3 do 8 hrywien za kilogram (od 0,08 do 0,21 USD), średnio o 22 procent niższy niż pod koniec ubiegłego tygodnia. W porównaniu do grudnia 2024 roku, ceny spadły o 68 procent. Raportuje Finway.

In Ukraine, onion prices continue to decrease rapidly, with domestic wholesale levels now at 3 to 8 hryvnias per kilogram (US$0.08 to 0.21), averaging 22 per cent lower than at the end of last week. Year on year, prices have fallen by 68 per cent compared to early December 2024. Finway reports. read more

The Bulgarian Chamber of Fruits and Vegetables (BCV) reports increasing disruptions in orchards due to the spread of the black scab pest (Capnodis tenebrionis). The organization states that the pest is causing extensive and irreversible damage in various regions, leading to bankruptcies. read more

The reduced supply of sweet potatoes in Spain is causing demand and prices to remain very high, as the product is becoming more popular each year. "Adverse weather conditions, including phenomena like droughts, have hindered the planting of an adequate amount of sweet potatoes in the main producing areas." read more

The 2024 Sustainability Report of the Agribologna Group, a leader in the production and distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables in Italy, has been published. Click here for more details. read more

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Arriving in Italy in 2012, the brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) is now one of the main threats to fruit farming in Northern Italy. With damages that in some crops can exceed 50% of production, the management of this invasive insect requires innovative solutions capable of read more