Several families from the Soroki area in Moldova joined forces to start blackcurrant production. They established a 62-hectare plantation, investing in modern technologies and equipment, which allowed them to start exporting fruits to

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At the end of May 2026, Van Zanten Flowerbulbs in Hillegom will permanently close its doors. After more than a century and a half, one of the oldest bulb companies in the Netherlands will come to an end. The company, better known as the Royal Van Zanten, has its origins in the Veldhuyzen van. read more

According to the NIQ HomeScan MAT data of September 2025, the Private Label Brand (Mdd) market continues to show steady growth in Europe, driven mainly by the United Kingdom, where the presence of private labels is now well established, as reported by the Spanish website foodretail.es. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and marketing of high-quality fresh fruit, proudly announces its partnership with the 38th edition of the SIM Marketing Award, the most prestigious academic recognition in Italy dedicated to young marketing talents, promoted by read more

Yesterday in Rome, in the presence of Italian and New Zealand institutional representatives, including the Ambassador of New Zealand to Italy H.E. Jackie Frizelle and the Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty, and Forests Francesco Lollobrigida, Zespri brought together researchers and read more

Volodymyr Gurzhiy of Ukrainian apple exporter USPA Fruit says that depending on the region in Ukraine, this year's apple harvest is either similar to last year or smaller. "The current situation varies across the main apple-growing regions, as the frosts came in several waves and at different." read more

Ana Rita Matos, from the Portuguese fresh produce exporter Horticolas Casal d'Avo Lda (HCA), stated that the weather conditions in Portugal have affected the cabbage season. "This season has posed challenges for Portuguese cabbage growers due to unexpected frost and irregular weather conditions," she said. read more

The third season of Divino-branded Italian persimmons has just started. The opening ceremony was conducted by Francesca Gallicchio, the administrator of the Italian company that developed the brand. Gallicchio announced that the first harvest began last Friday, with supplies now reaching wholesale markets. read more

Konzum and Studenac are leading the way in nominal revenue growth in Croatia. The total revenue of the Croatian grocery retail market in 2024 reached €8.41 billion, showing an 8.8% nominal increase compared to the previous year. This positive trend was uncovered in a market survey carried out by the Croatian Competition Agency. read more

At the foot of the Bieszczady Mountains, in the village of Załuż in the Podkarpackie Voivodeship, Beata and Paweł Korfanty have been running their own northern blueberry farm for over a dozen years. It is one of the few places in Poland where, in challenging yet incredibly valuable climatic conditions, they cultivate northern blueberries. read more

The majority of large European retailers have already switched from lemons from the Southern Hemisphere to those from the Northern Hemisphere, prominently featuring the Primofiori variety from Spain. Despite some delays in the harvest due to recent rains, the transition is still ongoing. read more

Now, the Members of Parliament's verdict in the Camera dei Deputati is awaited, who will also approve the bill but can also make changes to it. The package includes a variety of measures aimed at improving the lives of Italians. read more

The persimmon industry in Spain has experienced challenges in recent years. After a period of substantial growth from 2011 to 2018, low prices, adverse weather conditions, and increased pest issues have created difficulties for farmers, resulting in a significant contraction. read more

Under the slogan "Eat 'em, Like 'em, Love 'em," the campaign uses a memorable slogan that encourages trying the product all the way to brand loyalty. read more

In 2025, at least looking at the temperatures in Italy compared to 2024, it is revealing itself as a year that reverses the trend of global warming. In the Central-Southern regions, the climate will still remain mild, but with lower values compared to last year, in proportion to what is being recorded. read more

The quantities of pumpkins are increasing and the decorative Halloween variety is also arriving on the market. The chestnut harvest continues, with the first varieties of Marone chestnuts arriving. The campaign for curly spinach is gaining momentum. There is a standstill in the persimmon production due to the temperatures. read more

In early October, a delegation of Dutch companies specializing in greenhouse technology visited the Italian regions of Veneto and Lombardy. The three-day trade mission aimed at exploring sustainable cultivation solutions and enhancing cooperation between the Netherlands and Italy. read more

"Innovating starting from tradition. This is the challenge of Comercial Gallo S.r.l., which together with the Spanish nursery Hernandorena has launched the Carob Tree Project, an initiative designed to revitalize and modernize carob cultivation. A plant symbol of the Mediterranean which, after centuries of..." read more

The Dutch grower cooperative FruitMasters has launched its latest marketing campaign, aiming to leverage its three-star rating from the International Taste Institute. read more

Offering innovative and sustainable solutions to help improve the quality of fruits and vegetables. AgroFresh, specialized in post-harvest technologies, presented some of its proposals at Fruit Attraction 2025 to protect quality, reduce food waste, and enhance. read more