In 2024, Spanish fruit and vegetable exports increased to 12.3 million tons (+8% compared to 2023). However, deflation on the prices applied limited the growth in value counterpart (+5% compared to 2023), resulting in a turnover of 17.7 billion. read more

There is currently no expected potato shortage, as stated by Andreas Karyos, the head of the potato producers' association. This announcement comes as farmers in Cyprus are assessing the impact of frost damage. Damage evaluations in the Paphos district have been completed. Kostas Neophytou, the district's agricultural... read more

Trzy lata temu Rosja zaatakowała Ukrainę. Dla Sergeya Geraskina z GAAST był to ciężki cios. Razem z synem Antonem założył firmę eksportową GAAST latem 2020 roku, po 20 latach pracy w holenderskim handlu świeżymi produktami, z Mołdawią, Ukrainą i Białorusią jako głównymi rynkami eksportowymi. "Głównie dostarczaliśmy..." read more

French fries are becoming increasingly popular: per capita consumption of frozen potato products has been rising for many years. As a result, potato processing specialist Aviko Germany has been operating at full capacity to meet the demand for frozen fries from both retailers and the food service industry. Replacing the... read more

The need for fruit and vegetable trade between North America and Europe has changed significantly in the past 15 to 20 years. "A few decades ago, we used to import apples from France and bell peppers from the Netherlands," says James Milne from Oppy. At that time, the North American... read more

Rząd Cypru wprowadził plan inwestycyjny o wartości 60 milionów euro, mający na celu zwiększenie konkurencyjności i zrównoważenia sektora rolniczego kraju. Nowy strategiczny plan inwestycyjny Wspólnej Polityki Rolnej, znany również jako "Duży Plan Inwestycyjny", jest głównym narzędziem rządu do wzmocnienia. read more

Sicily is the main region for melon production in Italy, with a cultivated area of approximately 4,500 hectares and an annual production exceeding 100,000 tons. In percentage terms, this represents one third of the national area and over 20% of the total volumes. read more

After Moscow's invasion of Ukraine, the Republic of Moldova, under the leadership of President Maia Sandu, severed relations with Russia and is also aiming for EU membership as a strategic necessity for its economic survival. It is known that... read more

The insolvency administrator is now examining the possibilities for a restart and is in talks with some candidates who are interested in parts of the company. Efforts will be made to facilitate a smooth sale, with the aim of continuing operations for the time being. read more

The economic performance and international competitiveness must be restored with high priority – otherwise, Germany will definitively fall into an economic and societal dead-end with no possibility of turning back. read more

Banana consumption in France is increasing, with it becoming the most consumed fruit in 2024. However, retail prices are also rising. In this context, French supermarket buyers are putting immense pressure on suppliers to lower their prices significantly. read more

Both the war in Ukraine and the conflicts in the Middle East have influenced international trade and caused uncertainties in global markets. In Germany, the economic output decreased by 0.2%. At the same time, industrial production fell by 4.5% compared to. read more

Vegetarians also offer potential from BelOrta's perspective: "We are noticing increasing interest and communication through social channels about the use of eggplants as a meat substitute," it says. In Belgium, there are around 28 hectares of eggplant cultivation under glass. Most of it is used for... read more

Seed specialist Enza Zaden is inviting customers to visit its Pijnacker Innovation Centre in the Netherlands for a comprehensive overview of the company's extensive portfolio of heated tomato varieties. read more

The Valencian Regional Government has taken urgent measures to control the unexpected presence of Scirtothrips aurantii Faure in this year's citrus season in Spain's Valencian Community. The first warnings about symptoms compatible with the pest have been reported. read more

Over the past decade, the blush pear category in South Africa has transformed significantly, driven by emerging opportunities in the East. "What occurred was that South Africa, traditionally recognized for its Forelle pears primarily sold in Germany," explains Calla du, Tru-Cape procurement manager. read more

France, which is famous for growing more than 100 apple varieties, has managed to maintain relatively stable production levels despite the challenges brought by climate change. The country's distinctive climate and fertile soil have traditionally nurtured a wide variety of apples. However, changing global weather patterns may pose a threat to this tradition. read more

UK: The Co-operative Group announces new Board appointmentsThe Co-operative Group (Co-op) reported: "The Co-operative Group (Co-op) is pleased to announce the appointments of Wais Shaifta and Lord Simon Woolley as Independent Non-Executive Directors".Source: co-operative.coop

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This morning, at the International Agricultural Show in Paris, Interfel presented the results of the 2024 fruit and vegetable confidence barometer, conducted by the CSA institute for FranceAgriMer and Interfel. Generally, "confidence in fresh produce remains high, above that of frozen, canned, and... read more

Rząd cypryjski wprowadził inicjatywę inwestycyjną o wartości 60 milionów euro, mającą na celu zwiększenie konkurencyjności i zrównoważonego rozwoju sektora rolniczego. Nowy Plan Strategiczny Inwestycji CAP, zwany "Wielkim Planem Inwestycyjnym", stanowi główny mechanizm wzmacniania. read more