Citrosol's Citrocide Fresh-Cut technology, which is designed to guarantee hygienic, safe, and sustainable washing of minimally processed fruits and vegetables, was the main focus of Kronen's Customer Day held on 25 and 26 September in Kehl am Rhein, Germany. read more

The Coordinating Body of Farmers and Livestock Breeders Organizations in Spain (COAG) has announced its intention to take legal action against the trade agreement between the European Commission and Morocco. They argue that the agreement improperly includes products from Western Sahara. read more

A strajk w belgijskiej firmie Clarebout Potatoes, która obecnie jest w trakcie procesu przejęcia przez amerykańską firmę JR Simplot, trwa już piąty dzień. Akcja protestacyjna obejmuje wszystkie cztery zakłady produkcyjne Clarebout: Trzy w Belgii i jeden we Francji. Strajk rozpoczął się 2 października w odpowiedzi na. read more

The demand for pumpkins is increasing, with different varieties such as Butternut, Lunga Violina, Moscata, and Tonda delica available on the markets. The campaign for Emilian pears has started, including Abate Fetel, William, and early Decana varieties. The sale of Spanish apple persimmons has begun, while the demand for regular persimmons remains stagnant. read more

Peach prices across Europe have shown various trends in weeks 37 to 39 of the 2025 season. In Spain, prices were €136/100 kg in week 37, dropping to €129 in week 38, and then slightly recovering to €131 in week 39. These prices were below the five-year average, continuing the trend for the season. read more

The garlic and onion sector in Spain is currently facing a critical moment. Despite a productive season in terms of volume and quality, the export capacity and profitability of national producers are being threatened by high production and logistics costs, as well as pressure from... read more

In the first 4 months of 2025, organic products recorded a sales growth of +4.4% in value and +2.6% in volume, despite a complex scenario influenced by inflation. This positive signal is not only relevant for Italy but also for the main European countries. read more

Holland: Jumbo withdraws from retail alliances Everest and Epic Partners
Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo will end its partnership with the international purchasing organizations Everest and Epic Partners for buying branded products by the end of this year. The retailer will continue to read more

Last week, Den Berk Délice was honored with the Voka "Entrepreneurship Award 2025" for the Mechelen-Kempen region. The award acknowledges not only strong entrepreneurial spirit but also the value of collaboration and teamwork. Den Berk Délice was founded as a joint venture by four grower friends: Paul Van de Mierop, read more

Aby ocenić podaż na nadchodzący sezon i przeanalizować ostatnie trendy produkcyjne, CSO Italy uczestniczyło w konferencji IKO (International Kiwifruit Organisation), która odbyła się w tym roku w Vigo, Hiszpania. Organizacja skupia główne kraje produkcji kiwi. read more

Niedawno Medellín był gospodarzem Expo Agrofuturo 2025, jednych z wiodących targów rolniczych w Ameryce Łacińskiej. W tej edycji Holandia wzięła udział z delegacją dziewięciu innowacyjnych firm, które zaprezentowały holenderską wiedzę i technologię dla sektora rolniczego. read more

The "high protein" phenomenon is no longer a niche for athletes: today it invades shelves and different categories, from yogurts to desserts, and even reaches - almost surreally - water. According to NIQ, the market for protein products in Italy is worth 2.1 billion euros. read more

The ANP, founded in 1993, represents around 90% of Portuguese Rocha pear producers. In 2003, Pera Rocha do Oeste was recognized by the European Commission as a product with a protected designation of origin (PDO). read more

By joining the "Climate Alliance Food" initiative, Aldi Suisse will reportedly collaborate with other companies and organizations in the Swiss food industry to develop and implement effective, cross-sectoral climate measures. read more

178 tons of Boskoop are in stock, 122 tons of Maigold, and 110 tons of Jonagold. All other varieties have a stock of less than 100 tons. Additionally, 396 tons of robust/resistant varieties have been stored. As the promotion "Organic Apple of the Month" with Ladina is running in October, read more

The cultivation areas are reported to be 2,767 hectares, which represents a decrease of 1% compared to the previous year, but is 2% above the five-year average. Agreste has examined samples of the most important cultivation areas for the estimates, including Brittany, where in 2024 29% of the... read more

The harvest quantity in 2025 is 4,450 tons lower than the previous year's value of 14,177 tons. The harvest is largely completed in all regions. The estimated harvest for 2025 was already at 13,698 tons and the existing inventory levels at the end of September indicate that the targeted final inventory level of... read more

Wszystkie owoce i warzywa na hurtowych rynkach w Bułgarii odnotowały niższe ceny w tym tygodniu, z wyjątkiem pomidorów, według Państwowej Komisji ds. Giełd Towarowych i Rynków Hurtowych. Indeks Cen Hurtowych Żywności, który monitoruje zmiany cen żywności hurtowej, nieco zmalał o. read more

Australia: Woolworths and Coles respond to new supermarket ban impacting millions of shoppers

Woolworths and Coles, two major supermarket chains in Australia, have taken action in response to a new ban that affects millions of shoppers. The Western Australian government recently implemented expanded restrictions on non-compostable produce bags. Initially, these bags were banned for use with loose fresh fruit and vegetables in October last year. Starting this month, the ban has been extended to include other types of produce as well. read more

A unanimous positive assessment. CSO Italy members all reflect the same impression: Fruit Attraction is still growing, lively, focused on concrete business contacts, with a very broad international presence, in addition to the important one of the Italian distribution. read more