The storm behind a berry harvesting solution
2025-07-17 11:00
Momčilo Kokanović, a mechanical engineer working at a local power plant in Serbia, once spent his free time socializing with nearby farmers. Through these conversations, he learned about their persistent challenge: the seasonal labor shortage that plagued raspberry harvesting. Determined to
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Spanish imports of fresh produce from Morocco increased by 28% to €672 million in early 2024.
2025-07-17 10:00
Import of fruits and vegetables from Morocco to Spain increased by 28% in the first four months of the year.
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France's apple producers are embracing change.
2025-07-17 09:00
At the end of June, the relentless heatwave continued in Europe. A so-called "heat dome" had settled over the continent, causing temperatures of over 40°C in many parts of France. Hundreds of schools had to close, and even the Eiffel Tower was temporarily closed.
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Russia seizes $133 million worth of cocaine hidden under bananas.
2025-07-17 00:00
The Russian Federal Customs Service, in cooperation with the FSB, intercepted 820 kilograms of cocaine concealed under bananas, reportedly seizing the largest shipment from Latin America in 2023. The confiscated drugs, estimated to be worth over 12 billion rubles (approximately US$133 million), were...
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EN: Potted plant nursery opts for intelligent LED grow lights after facing years of obstacles
2025-07-17 00:00
Debo Plant, a potted plant nursery located in Asten, Brabant (Netherlands), has recently equipped its entire greenhouse with smart, energy-efficient LED grow lights from Wivid. Brothers Ton, John, and Peter de Boer made the decision to invest in LED technology following years of setbacks due to fire.
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Orange prices have increased by up to 55% in Greece.
2025-07-17 00:00
The prices of oranges in Spain, Greece, Italy, and Portugal during the months of March, April, and May of the 2024/2025 season (as indicated by the red line) have exhibited a consistent upward trend. In Spain, for example, the prices increased steadily from €84/100kg in March to €90 in April and €93 in May according to data provided by Member States.
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For 7 years now, the French banana has been an official partner of the Tour de France. It is the only representative of overseas agriculture, and also the only fruit present at the event. Géraldine M'Barga M'Boa, public relations manager in charge of major events, and Audrey Ktourza, from UGPBAN.
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"We believe that Moldovan fruit has great potential in the specialty segment and the German market."
2025-07-17 00:00
Willem Dijk Junior and Han Daniels recently visited Moldova in search of new opportunities in the fruit industry. "Our trip to Moldova was fueled by curiosity and the consistent indicators that this country is quickly emerging as a significant player in the European fruit market. While Moldova was once unknown
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New project in Spain for the year-round supply of table grapes
2025-07-17 00:00
Według danych Kantar, winogrona deserowe są zdecydowanie produktem, którego spożycie najbardziej wzrosło w Hiszpanii w ciągu ostatniego roku. Coraz rzadziej postrzegane są one jako produkt sezonowy i utrzymują rosnącą obecność na półkach, a ta tendencja powinna się utrzymać w przyszłości.
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"A year with a good harvest of watermelons, but a challenging season for stone fruit"
2025-07-17 00:00
The European watermelon campaign is now well into its second half. "The Moroccan season was very long this year, with the last deliveries arriving here in week 28. Otherwise, there are currently plenty of watermelons from Turkey, Italy, Spain, and Greece. Due to the heat, demand was also
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W lipcu 2025 roku Ukraina doświadczyła warunków pogodowych, które poważnie zagrażały uprawom owoców i warzyw, według Ukraińskiego Centrum Hydrometeorologicznego. Rekordowe upały dotknęły kilka regionów, z temperaturami przekraczającymi historyczne maksima o 1-2°C na zachodzie, w centrum, Mykolaivzie.
In early July 2025, Ukraine experienced weather conditions that seriously threatened fruit and vegetable crops, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center. Record-breaking heat hit several regions, with temperatures exceeding historical highs by 1–2°C in western, central, Mykolaiv. read more
In early July 2025, Ukraine experienced weather conditions that seriously threatened fruit and vegetable crops, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Center. Record-breaking heat hit several regions, with temperatures exceeding historical highs by 1–2°C in western, central, Mykolaiv. read more
"Posiadanie dwóch lokalizacji daje nam pewną elastyczność i siłę" "To have two locations gives us a certain amount of flexibility and strength"
2025-07-17 00:00
The supply of early potatoes from Cyprus is now slowly dwindling. "The availability of local early potatoes is increasing each week, leading to a corresponding drop in prices. Based on current indications, it is unlikely that 2025/26 will be the most expensive year for potatoes," reports Jörn Reuter.
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The imports of fruit and vegetable products from Morocco to Spain are still increasing.
2025-07-17 00:00
W ciągu pierwszych czterech miesięcy roku hiszpańskie importy świeżych owoców i warzyw z Maroka wyniosły 672 miliony euro, co stanowi wzrost o 28% w porównaniu z tym samym okresem poprzedniego roku. Oznacza to, że Maroko wykazało największy wzrost spośród dostawców owoców i warzyw dla Hiszpanii. Maroko umocniło swoją
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Belarus has imposed fines on retailers for potato shortages.
2025-07-17 00:00
Belarus has introduced a law that imposes fines on retailers who fail to stock potatoes and other vegetables from stabilization funds. The law, which was published on July 16, includes penalties ranging from 5 to 200 base units, equivalent to 210 to 8,400 rubles this year. This action follows a decree.
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A severe water shortage is affecting producers in specific regions of southern Italy.
2025-07-17 00:00
The commercial performance of peaches and nectarines is excellent. Demand exceeds supply. Prices meet producers' expectations. However, the fruit and vegetable sector is facing serious challenges related to the drought. Water shortages in Apulia and Basilicata are particularly problematic.
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W Ukrainie średni okres zwrotu z uprawy warzyw wynosi około pięciu lat, pod warunkiem że działalność jest prowadzona na co najmniej 50-60 hektarach i opiera się na nawadnianiu kroplowym. Szacunek ten pochodzi od Vadyma Kryczkivskyiego, szefa gospodarstwa "Organic-D" w regionie Winnickim.
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New technology for weighing delicate vegetables
2025-07-17 00:00
Zetapack has had a very successful past few months. The company has installed five systems in five different warehouses in Italy. Nicola Antonacci, the owner of the Cesena-based company in the Emilia-Romagna region, stated, "With the AGV50 technology, we are now able to weigh vegetables. Our focus is on…"
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In the context of increasingly pronounced climate change, with June 2025 confirmed as the hottest month ever recorded in Italy, the annual meeting promoted by Co.Di.Pr.A.Trento and Condifesa of Bolzano was held on July 15th at the Cantina Colterenzio in Cornaiano/Appiano (BZ).
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Auchan will sell 19 stores in its home market to Germany's Lidl.
2025-07-17 00:00
Wstrząsającą szafkę z produktami spożywczymi: Nowe winogrona o smaku koktajlu Mojito trafiają do sklepów Co-op. Co-op poinformował: "Nowość na półce z owocami, winogrona o smaku Mojito trafiają do Wielkiej Brytanii i pojawią się w sklepach Co-op już od przyszłego tygodnia. Idealne dla fanów popularnego letniego koktajlu. Dostępne w sklepach Co-op już od"
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