The Emilia-Romagna region's fruit and vegetable sector and strategies for its future were the focus of the meeting promoted in Ferrara by CSO Italy President Paolo Bruni with director Elisa Macchi, featuring regional Agriculture Councillor Alessio Mammi and the general director. read more

A weekend of extreme weather has hit Italy, literally splitting it in two: the North battered by incessant rain and snowfall, while the South is dealing with a summer-like climate and a concerning water emergency. In Veneto, the snow blanketed the mountains, while Tuscany and... read more

The asparagus and broad bean campaigns are in full swing. Strawberry production continues at a brisk pace in Southern Italy, with a noticeable improvement in quality. Quantities of agretti are increasing. The quality of artichokes is very good thanks to the favorable climate in Southern Italy. read more

Peach season has entered the blooming phase, creating a beautiful sight in the plain of Naoussa, the most significant peach-growing region in Greece. The market trend for peaches has shifted positively. After years of declining cultivation and widespread uprooting, peach trees are now among the most. read more

As a show of support, Anecoop, Spain's largest fruit and vegetable marketing cooperative, has announced the results of the 2023-2024 season at the headquarters of the citrus fruit cooperative COPAL, in the Valencian municipality of Algemesí, one of the areas most heavily impacted by the severe storms. read more

In 2024, Spain imported 4.3 million tons of fresh fruits and vegetables, which is 6% more than the previous year. Of these imports, 51% (2.2 million tons) came from non-EU countries and 49% (2.1 million tons) from the EU. The total value of these purchases was 5,001 million euros, with 66% originating from non-EU countries. read more

Cramer Jungpflanzen, a German family-owned young plant grower, has announced insolvency. The reason cited is the challenging circumstances the company is facing. Cramer Jungpflanzen is well-known for producing pelargoniums, poinsettias, calibrachoa, New Guinea impatiens, and other bedding and balcony plants, offering rooted young plants. read more

The international demand for green papaya from Dhenkanal is on the rise. Most recently, one ton of green papaya, grown by 14 female farmers from the Saptasajya Agro Producer Company in the Sadar block of Dhenkanal district, was exported to London. Additionally, green papaya from the Ghatipiri region has also gained attention. read more

Castanea Expo 2025, the first national exhibition dedicated to the world of the chestnut tree and its fruits, is the new project of the Firenze Fiera exhibition center, to be held from December 12 to 14 at the Fortezza da Basso in Florence, Italy. A new event dedicated to the chestnut, from its... read more

Cramer Jungpflanzen, a German family-owned young plant grower, has declared bankruptcy. The reason cited is the difficult circumstances the company is facing. The company is well-known for its production of pelargoniums, poinsettias, calibrachoa, New Guinea impatiens, and other bedding and balcony plants, offering rooted young plants. read more

Brazil, known as the world's largest orange producer and a leader in concentrated orange juice exports, has experienced a change in its import patterns. While previously dependent on Spain for orange imports, Brazil has now started to rely more on Egypt, which has become the top exporter to the Brazilian market. read more

After the news of the agreement reached between the EU countries on new genomic techniques, comments from Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida and industry associations were not long in coming. We report them below. read more

Coöperatie Hoogstraten is pleased to announce the 5th edition of the International Strawberry Congress, which will take place on September 17, 18, and 19, 2025 at The Flanders Meeting & Convention Centre Antwerp, Belgium. This congress will feature a blend of commercial strategy and scientific research. read more

This removed a significant obstacle to relaxing the requirements for the use of genetically modified plant species and varieties. This cleared the way for negotiations with the European Parliament. The proposal regarding the handling of new plant breeding techniques had been initiated by the read more

The sales campaign started in October, as RedPop® returned to the Asian markets. In Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan, and India, the sales points shone in vibrant red and skillfully showcased the small apple during in-store tastings. read more

The category of citrus fruits has developed particularly well: 18.8% more quantity was exported in 2024, with the value increasing by 11.4%. Dried fruits and nuts also performed positively in 2024, with a 13.7% increase in export quantity, although the value only increased by 0.3% - one point. read more

Created by breeder Sakata®, who has successfully introduced it in Spain, Portugal, France, and in Northern European countries, broccoli Bimi® started its first marketing season of the Italian product in late 2024, cultivated in two of the regions with the highest vocation for it. read more

With an increasingly significant impact on farm productivity, Dari Ecomeccanica continues to pave the way for growth in the field of agricultural mechanization. Today, over 70% of producers in the Piana del Sele region in Italy, recognized as the world's hub for the fresh-cut sector, rely on their services. read more

The Russian government is considering adding bananas to the list of agricultural crops, which would allow producers to qualify for state support measures. Sergey Izmalkov, the Minister of Agriculture of the Stavropol Territory, mentioned, "The question of categorizing bananas as agricultural products... read more

Egypt's orange exports to France have been on the rise, according to a report by EastFruit. In 2024, exports reached 42.7 thousand tons, representing a 26% increase from the previous year, although revenue dropped by 9% to $25.3 million. The export season for Egyptian oranges to France usually starts in January. read more