The first participation in the major fruit and vegetable fair Fruit Attraction ended positively for the Consortium for the Protection of the PGI Pachino Tomato. President Sebastiano Fortunato, returning from Madrid, noted the event's strong international growth year after year, a true turning point. read more

Strawberry cultivation in Poland is developing in several directions, and producers are increasingly seeking technologies that allow for obtaining high-quality fruits and extending the harvesting season. In production practice, three main systems can be distinguished: traditional. read more

Agricultural organizations and farms in Belarus are anticipating a potato harvest of approximately 1 million tons, which is a 30% increase from 2024, and a vegetable harvest of 587,000 tons, which is 102% of last year's level. On September 29, 2025, the Belarusian Ministry of Agriculture and Food set maximum prices for fruits and vegetables. read more

George Frangistas, managing director of Greek citrus exporter Gefra, states that while acreage for citrus in Greece remains stable, new orchards are being planted and others are being abandoned due to the aging farmer population. "When we discuss new citrus planting in Greece, our focus is primarily on." read more

Biochar is becoming increasingly important in horticulture. For years, it has been considered as a potential material for growing substrates, and with increasing pressure on traditional options, it is now receiving more attention. However, biochar is more than just a substrate. Its production also generates energy. read more

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About two weeks ago, the new open-grown chicory season started again in Belgium. Despite the year-round availability of chicory from hydroponics these days, the moment when this seasonal product par excellence returns to the shelves is still eagerly awaited in Belgium. "Demand is already picking read more

At Fruit Attraction, we meet Natalino Gallo, president of Op Agricor of Piana di Sibari, who tells us about the new growth plans in foreign markets and investments in research and development of increasingly high-performing varieties. Growth is expected in other markets, in addition to Austria and Denmark. read more

The members of Cso Italy expressed great satisfaction with the outcome of Fruit Attraction, highlighting the broad international presence and the perfect timing to plan upcoming commercial campaigns. In the business areas of the collective Italy, organized by Cso Italy, read more

The sixteenth participation of Linea Verdea Madrid, present with Vegetales, one of the companies of the Group in Spain. The focus is on the restyling of the fresh soups Dimmidisì, with new proposals that go beyond plant-based options, as well as the experimentation of new references for the Iberian market. read more

During the 2024/2025 season, Spain imported a record 24.57 million kilograms of cucumbers, according to data from Estacom (Icex-Tax Agency) analyzed by Hortoinfo. The imports cost €27.68 million, with an average price of €1.13 per kilogram, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

The iconic Rocha pear harvest in Portugal remains notably smaller than it could be for the fourth consecutive year, as growers continue to grapple with adverse weather conditions and rising production costs. read more

Tozer Seeds gathered prominent figures from Spain's celery industry at this week's Fruit Attraction to form a specialized working group aimed at increasing consumption in the local market and enhancing the vegetable's visibility. read more

Szwedzka firma nowatorska Saveggy wprowadziła na rynek powłokę roślinną do świeżych produktów spożywczych bez dodatków, wykonaną zaledwie z dwóch składników: oleju rzepakowego i oleju owsianego.

The Swedish start-up Saveggy has launched an additive-free plant-based coating for fresh produce made from only two ingredients, rapeseed oil and oat oil. read more

Semillas Fitó has been awarded the Retina ECO 2025 Award in the Sustainable Ecosystem category for its innovative project that measures the environmental impact of vegetable varieties. The award was presented by Her Majesty Queen Letizia of Spain at a gala held at the Real Teatro de Retiro in Madrid. read more

Brassica and vegetable supplier AH Worth has appointed Matt Walton as the new managing director of its Fosdyke site and vegetable farms. He will be responsible for production in the UK, Spain, and Italy. read more

That's great! The International Centre for Underwater Archaeology in Zadar has finished a research project on a Roman-era shipwreck in Barbir Bay near Sukošan, Croatia. During the course of four years, they excavated and documented a 12.5-meter long vessel using daily photography, which was then used to create three-dimensional models. read more

Stars for Europe (SfE), the consortium of European Poinsettia breeders, is launching its annual promotional campaign for the holiday season. Co-funded by the European Union, the campaign targets growers, exporters, retailers, webshops, and other sales channels in the Netherlands. read more

For the third year in a row, Ukraine has started the onion season with historically low prices. Analysts are reporting wholesale prices ranging from UAH 5–10 (US$0.12–0.25) per kilogram, and anticipate further decreases due to the abundance of medium and low-quality onions still available on the market. Onions are a significant crop in the country... read more

Agricultural representatives from Europe and North America gathered in Lake Como, Italy, for the 41st edition of the North America-EU Agricultural Conference. The event was hosted by Italian organizations Confagricoltura, CIA Agricoltori Italiani, Coldiretti, and the Alliance of Italian. read more

A new climate risk model developed by the Institute of Grocery Distribution (IGD) in collaboration with consultants EY projects that the United Kingdom could face $3.2 billion (US$2.6 billion) in additional food costs by 2050 if current practices continue. The analysis highlights the impact on imported horticultural crops. read more