During the exploratory phase, the situation of the sector and the challenges it must face were discussed, as well as key issues such as pensions, wages, and sustainable employability. The exploratory phase is now completed, and negotiations are ongoing. read more

Belgium-based perishable logistics service provider Foodcareplus has announced a strategic partnership with India’s Intercontplus, which also specializes in refrigerated ocean freight. The partnership aims to enhance supply chain solutions for fresh produce imports from around the world to India. read more

According to export statistics processed by Fepex, around 98 percent of Spain's fruit and vegetable exports are destined for European markets. read more

The new commercial season of Perla Nera is starting these days, the midi watermelon with dark skin and few seeds, particularly sweet and crunchy, exclusively produced by O.P. Francescon, Peviani S.p.A. and O.P. La Mongolfiera. read more

The EastFruit experts conducted a survey among participants in the frozen raspberry market in Ukraine. The survey involved engaging with top freezing companies and farmers who cultivate raspberries on a large scale for freezing purposes. Additionally, we conducted an anonymous survey among EastFruit telegram users. read more

"Hybrid varieties have brought the most significant change to onion cultivation in Spain in the last 30 years," says David Casanoves of the Spanish company Agriseeds. They have enabled a drastic transformation of the industry by rapidly developing a complete range of improved varieties for all needs. read more

Soon, the Netherlands will once again become the center of horticulture as the FlowerTrials and GreenTech events will be held simultaneously. FlowerTrials will be held from June 11-14 at various locations in the Netherlands and some locations in Germany, while GreenTech will also take place in June. read more

The melon campaign has already started in the Spanish Region of Murcia, where, according to Felipe López, managing director of Gregal, the volumes are currently limited, "but the quality is really good." "The yields of these first early plantings, which were carried out in February, have..." read more

Javo has now become a member of AVAG, joining the ranks of horticultural suppliers. The company, based in Noordwijkerhout (the Netherlands), is well-known for its potting machines. Over time, its product range has grown to include tray automation and transport systems. read more

The Egyptian onion season is progressing smoothly. Egypt dominates the red onion market with no competition, while the Netherlands holds a strong position in the yellow onion market, according to Zayed Lasheen, CEO of AfriGoodGrow. Lasheen stated, "This season, the quantities of Egyptian red onions are massive, which..." read more

The EU has initiated compliance proceedings against the Republic of Colombia due to its failure to adhere to rulings made by the WTO Panel and Appeal Arbitrators regarding anti-dumping duties on imports of frozen fries from Belgium, the Netherlands, and Germany. Colombia has stated that it has... read more

The Citrus Management Committee (CGC) of Spain is urging European authorities to place the entire Eastern Cape Province of South Africa under quarantine. This region has nearly 25,000 hectares of citrus orchards, representing 26% of the country's citrus production. This decision comes in response to the Citrus Research. read more

Lidl unveils 'Italy's greenest supermarket'. Lidl Italia has opened what it describes as Italy's most eco-friendly supermarket outlet. The new supermarket in Villafranca di Verona, which replaces the existing Lidl store at the same location, was designed and built with sustainability in mind. read more

The International Seed Federation is celebrating its 100th anniversary. During its annual conference, the ISF World Seed Congress, the global seed industry is commemorating this milestone. For this special occasion, the main group of conference participants traveled to the Netherlands, along with less frequent attendees... read more

Na podstawie rekomendacji Krajowej Izby Rolnictwa (NAK) i MAGOSZ, węgierskie Ministerstwo Spraw Wewnętrznych ogłosiło "przedłużony okres deficytu wody". W takich okresach rolnikom zezwala się na nawadnianie bez pozwolenia wodnego przez maksymalnie 30 dni, pod warunkiem, że powiadomią o tym. read more

Polska zajmuje trzecie miejsce pod względem produkcji marchwi w Unii Europejskiej, ustępując Niemcom i Francji. Jednak w ostatnich latach obserwuje się spadek produkcji marchwi, głównie z powodu niedoborów wody. Istnieje zauważalna korelacja między znaczącym spadkiem produkcji a suszami. read more

A nation that is almost a continent, with significant fresh produce production that is never enough and always seeking new technologies - this is India. India attended Macfrut for the first time with a large stand and one of the most representative companies of the country. read more

The Sapam Group, established in 1962 and located in eastern France, recently hosted an open house on May 7th to mark the opening of its new 10,000 m² warehouse to its partners, clients, and suppliers. This event signifies a significant milestone in enhancing the group's logistics capabilities and improving its service to clients. read more

Discussions about the future of the agricultural sector in the Netherlands, especially the greenhouse horticulture sector, often emphasize the country's global reputation for innovation. However, this innovative strength is sometimes not fully recognized within the country. A day spent touring with an expert... read more

According to the 2023 Agricultural Census brochure by the Statistical Office of Serbia (RZS), Serbia is home to 508,325 agricultural households, mostly family farms (506,323). The country's total land area covers 3.94 million hectares, with 3.23 million hectares (82.1%) designated as agricultural land. read more