The fact that half of all temporary agency workers in the Netherlands come from abroad is not a temporary trend. In sectors such as logistics, food production, engineering, and construction, international labor has been essential for years due to the structural shortfall in domestic labor supply while demand continues to rise. read more

W 2025 roku Ukraina importowała 123 600 ton ziemniaków, co stanowiło 2,4-krotny wzrost w porównaniu z rokiem 2024, według Służby Celnej Państwa. Wartość importu wzrosła 2,5-krotnie, osiągając 66,3 miliona dolarów. Głównymi krajami dostawcami były Polska (37,1%), Egipt (13,6%) i Holandia (11,6%). Eksport ziemniaków z... read more

The 2026 Contact Group between France, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, dedicated to strawberries and small fruits, met on January 29 and 30 in Agen, France. A technical and strategic discussion which, according to the outcomes, presents an overall positive outlook for the European sector. read more

McCain Foods has announced that it will be launching its third Farm of the Future globally in North Yorkshire, United Kingdom, in 2026. This 202-hectare site will serve as a commercial-scale research farm with a focus on regenerative agriculture. It will join the existing McCain Farms of the Future in Florenceville. read more

There is still a limited supply of greenhouse vegetables from southern Europe and Morocco due to the impact of colder and rainier weather than usual in recent years. In the case of peppers, there is also a high incidence of Thrips parvispinus infestation. High prices are generally expected as a result. read more

Nowa Zelandia: GAG questions delay in government report

The Grocery Action Group has raised concerns about the delay in publishing a government-commissioned report that investigates whether the major grocery operators in the country should be compelled to sell off certain parts of their businesses. The group is seeking clarification. read more

The Austrian horticultural supplier Agrotech Gartenbautechnik is entering a new phase of growth after rebranding to Plant Products Austria as part of the BioFirst Group. This transition signifies an expanded technical focus, enhanced management structure, and a wider range of products developed to... read more

The Denmark-based shipping group Maersk will temporarily take over operations at two ports located at opposite entrances of the Panama Canal. This decision comes after Panama's Supreme Court deemed the existing port concessions unconstitutional. The ports impacted by this ruling are Balboa and Cristobal, and Maersk's assumption of operations is effective immediately. read more

Hail, rains, and the cyclone Harry have caused damage to several crops. Starting with oranges, there has been a reduction in the volumes of Tarocco oranges. Artichokes, lettuces, and spinach have also been affected with lower quantities. Zucchinis are commanding very high prices. There is an increasing demand for savoy cabbage. read more

Turkey's greenhouse cultivation area has significantly expanded, making the country the fourth largest worldwide and the second largest in Europe after Spain. The increasing share of the sector in exports underlines its strategic importance for the national economy. read more

NativaLand is a company focused on assisting sweet potato farmers and supply chain partners, according to Pat Fitzgerald, CEO of NativaLand Ireland. "We offer legal access to top sweet potato varieties worldwide. This is made possible through our exclusive access to licensed varieties developed." read more

Today, Poland is one of the key players in the global highbush blueberry market. With over 13,000 hectares of plantations, we hold the position of a leader in Europe and the 5th place in the world in terms of acreage. It is no wonder that the International Blueberry Conference has been organized in Poland for years. read more

On 2 February, Looije Group inaugurated a new packaging and logistics facility in Ridderkerk, the Netherlands. The first phase of the facility, which spans 17,000 m2, is now up and running. This site is a key component of the company's continuous expansion of its packaging and logistics operations in the Netherlands. read more

W 2024 roku średnia cena gruntów uprawnych w Unii Europejskiej została oszacowana na 15 224 euro za hektar, zgodnie z nowo opublikowanymi danymi Eurostatu. Oznacza to wzrost o 6,1% w porównaniu z rokiem 2023, kiedy średnia cena wynosiła 14 343 euro za hektar. Średnie ceny dzierżawy gruntów uprawnych read more

A stormy start to February is expected in much of Italy, with a series of Atlantic disturbances bringing heavy rain and even snowfall at lower elevations. The first weather events will affect the Northern and Central regions starting today, and then extend further. read more

For port logistics in northern Germany, the new year began where the previous year ended: "Due to the overall weakening of Germany's export economy, we are currently facing a very different competitive situation than we did a year ago. However, we have the advantage of being very broadly." read more

In 2025, Turkey's pomegranate exports surpassed US$162 million, with shipments going to 62 countries, as reported by the Turkish Exporters Assembly. The total export value reached US$162.56 million, showing a 4.22 per cent increase compared to the previous year. Germany was the leading destination for these exports. read more

Berlin is distributing free potatoes as a result of a record harvest. There are 174 distribution points open across the city, and two trucks have been sent to Ukraine. read more

Intesa Sanpaolo, through the Agribusiness Department, is supporting Spreafico Francesco & F.lli S.p.A., a leading company in the fruit and vegetable sector, with a 12 million euro loan guaranteed by SACE for their development plans in Italy and abroad. read more

At Fruit Logistica, Pink Lady Europe (Hall 5.2, Stand A10) will unveil the strategic roadmap for 2026, guided by the new brand platform So Crunchy. So Juicy. So Cool. The brand is experiencing volume growth in key countries, including France (+5%), Italy (+5%), and Ireland. read more