At Teeuwen Telers in Helden, Limburg, the new crop of parsnips is once again coming off the production line. "We began last week, which is a week earlier than last year. The demand is decent, although there is still Spanish product available in the market," says Geert Teeuwen. He is the sole producer in the Netherlands. read more

Effective August 1, 2025, Vestfold Blomst A/S (Larvik, NO) and PLS Nordic A/S (Odense, DK) – both part of the Noviflora family – joined forces with PS! Scan-Plant A/S (Odense, DK). This makes Noviflora a shareholder of Scan-Plant, along with its two current owners Kim Jensen and Brian. read more

On 6 July 2025, Mila Nijhof (formerly Den Engelsman) passed away at the age of 51. Mila came to the Netherlands as a young woman and, at the age of 22, joined Minnaar Holland as a native Russian speaker, marking the start of her long career in the world of fresh produce. After her time at read more

The cherry harvest has now started in the later-ripening regions of northern Germany. Christian Bohn, the managing director of Gerkens Fruchtgroßhandel GmbH in Hamburg, reported that they were able to offer the first cherries from their own protected cultivation in the Altes Land region in week 27. read more

Following the shareholders' meeting held in recent days, the corporate positions of CONOR, a company within the Agribologna Group and a leader in the distribution of fresh fruits and vegetables in Italy, are being renewed. For over 60 years, CONOR has been dedicated to the selection and distribution of... read more

Before Russia's full-scale invasion, Kherson used to produce over 1.5 million tonnes of watermelons annually, nearly a third of Ukraine's total production. In 2022, 90% of the fields were lost to occupation, infrastructure was destroyed, and the land was mined. Today, early watermelons are back on Ukrainian shelves, but... read more

The horticultural company Grinora Fruit, located in the Vinnytsia region of Ukraine, is currently harvesting up to 100 tons of sour cherries per day, mainly from the Kelleris and Lutovka varieties. This information was provided by the company's chief agronomist, Yurii Ovchar, in an article for the magazine. read more

Picota producers in Spain's Jerte Valley are emphasizing quality, fruit size, and the development of new varieties as they increase their presence in the competitive cherry market. read more

Based on this situation, Alnatura has been exploring alternative scenarios for the continued operation of Alnatura Bio Supermarkets in Switzerland since February 2025. Despite intensive efforts, no new partner has been found who could take over the Alnatura stores in line with the brand and as. read more

The smart assistant Tally is now rolling through a EUROSPAR in Vienna and an INTERSPAR in Eisenstadt. Its task is to scan shelves and check if there is enough merchandise available. The goal of deploying Tally is to support employees in their work and enhance the shopping experience. read more

NLight, a company specializing in LED horticultural lighting, has announced two new additions to its senior leadership team: Joram Wijnaendts van Resandt as the European Sales Manager for Poland, UK, Ukraine (Northern & Eastern Europe), and Joost van Rooij as the Head of EU Operations, responsible for overseeing operations in the Netherlands, France, and. read more

Ukrainian producers have begun selling the first batches of open-field cucumbers. Analysts cited by RBC-Ukraine also report that greenhouse supply remains high. In early July, wholesale prices for cucumbers range from 25 to 35 UAH/kg (€0.58–0.82), which is almost at the same level as last year. read more

Spreafico Francesco & F.lli announces the start of an exclusive partnership with Fragoleinquota, an agricultural company located in the mountains of Conca Amatriciana, in the heart of the Gran Sasso and Monti della Laga National Park. The collaboration aims to strengthen the partnership. read more

The Karmen field scale, produced in Italy by Rescina Service, a company located in Noicattaro (Bari), is a lightweight and convenient solution for packaging fruits and vegetables directly in the field. This scale is specifically designed for weighing fruit crates, especially table grapes, on-site. read more

The floral world is getting ready for the World Cup Floral Art, which will take place from August 28 to 31, 2025, at the World Forum in The Hague, the Netherlands. This event is a major attraction for top florists from all over the world, showcasing craftsmanship, creativity, and flair in a competition that pushes the boundaries of floral design. read more

Very good quality and consistent demand characterize the melon campaign, which is progressing smoothly: a slowdown this week for watermelon, due to bad weather. With Portici and Faralia, different varieties of apricots are coming to the market. The commercialization of peaches and nectarines continues. read more

At the Edition Spéciale, an international event for sustainable packaging, Italy's Krill Design introduced ReKrill, a biopolymer derived from orange peels. This next-generation solution, showcased in a complete jar and lid prototype, was selected for the LUXE PACK Green Award. It reflects the growing trend towards sustainable and eco-friendly packaging solutions. read more

Italy divided in two with hailstorms hitting the fields in the North and Central Italy, affecting the vineyards of Chianti and Vernaccia di San Gimignano, while in the South farmers are forced to abandon tomato fields due to lack of water for irrigation. read more

In the upcoming days, Poland will be under the influence of a dangerous Genoa low pressure system. Experts from the IMGW are warning – especially the eastern and southern parts of the country need to prepare for intense rainfall, possible thunderstorms, and a risk of flooding. In many regions read more

Spain holds the position as the leading exporter of strawberries globally, sending out over 300,000 tons annually. The Huelva region, in the south of the country, is central to this high output due to its conducive climate for strawberry cultivation. This advantageous positioning enables Spain to maintain its status as the top exporter of strawberries in the world. read more