The fruit and vegetable market is entering the peak of spring, with increased production, good quality, and a general rebalancing of prices, often lower than last year, albeit with differences among products. read more

Fruit growers in Poland are evaluating the damages caused by late April frosts that affected crops in various regions, with the eastern areas being the most impacted and stone fruit production facing challenges. In the Lublin region, grower Marcin Gazda reported temperatures dropping to -10°C on several nights. read more

Poland's seaports are increasingly focusing on improving accessibility and multimodal connectivity in response to growing cargo volumes that have exposed limitations in road, rail, and border infrastructure. This issue was addressed in a session on seaport challenges and priorities at the European Economic. read more

The past week brought a wave of strong frosts that covered practically the entire area of Poland. In many regions, temperatures dropped to as low as -8°C, and locally even -9°C, and what was particularly concerning - they lasted for a long time, even from 7 to 10 hours. read more

In the Netherlands, the gerbera is regaining popularity in the lead-up to Mother's Day, solidifying its position as a staple in the seasonal selection. According to Coloured by Gerbera, the flower's charm is well-founded. "Its versatility, strong visual impact, and wide range of colors... read more

Each spring, the Netherlands hosts the Dutch Spring Trials, also known as the Pack Trials, where seven plant breeders open their facilities to share trial results with customers. Visitors mainly come from other European countries, but growers and buyers from Asia and North America also attend. read more

Students studying for a Foundation Degree and a BSc (Hons) in Horticulture at the College of Food, Agriculture and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) recently participated in a study tour to France. The tour specifically explored the Nantes and Angers regions in the Loire Valley. This visit offered students a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience in ornamental horticulture. read more

King Filip and Queen Mathilde of Belgium officially opened the Floraliën Ghent 2026, a flower and plant show taking place from May 1st to May 10th in the Belgian city of Ghent. To commemorate the event, Queen Mathilde has given her name to a new, exclusive Ghent azalea variety. read more

Cebula w Ukrainie podrożała o 40 do 45 procent w ciągu dwóch tygodni, oznaczając pierwszy wzrost cen od początku lutego. To pierwszy znaczący wzrost od połowy maja 2025 roku. Według danych z platformy EastFruit, ukraińscy rolnicy obecnie oferują cebulę w cenie od 5 do 9 hrywien. read more

Chiquita renews its partnership with the Stramilano, confirming itself as the Official Sponsor and supplier for the 5th consecutive year. The iconic blue sticker banana once again takes center stage at Italy's most famous non-competitive race, now in its 53rd edition. A event that... read more

US based seasonal workforce provider másLabor has expanded into Europe with the launch of másLabor Iberia in Spain. This strategic move marks the company's first European venture and a significant milestone in its global growth strategy. The expansion follows the 2025 launch of másMX, which read more

Groupe Casino unveils new brand identity in France

Casino Group has introduced its new visual identity by opening two renovated stores in Saint-Étienne and Feurs in France. The company stated that the new stores were created to cater to the needs of contemporary urban shoppers, with a focus on read more

Kazakhstan has imported over 7,000 apple rootstocks from the Netherlands as part of efforts to develop a system of virus-free planting material, which the Ministry of Agriculture states is crucial for enhancing yields and fruit quality. The imported rootstocks include the popular M9 variety. read more

Frosts have caused critical damage to cherry orchards in the Kyustendil region of Bulgaria for the second consecutive spring, with producers reporting near-total crop losses. Local grower Lyubomir Dimitrov, who manages around 10 hectares of cherry plantations near the village of Nevestino, read more

Wonderful Pistachios will still be the Official Pistachio of the Giro d'Italia 2026, consolidating the collaboration with one of the most significant sports events in Italy and Europe for the fifth consecutive year. This partnership reinforces a marketing and communication project that is becoming increasingly structured. read more

Fruit breeder Sun World International has chosen new licensees for its exclusive grape varieties in Australia and Italy, as it works to enhance its branded fruit programs globally. read more

When it comes to pears, Belgium is mainly known for the Conference variety, but in recent years, a number of promising new varieties have been introduced to the market. One of these is the Fred pear, for which BelOrta has obtained the rights in the Benelux region. "Production is increasing every year." read more

Ceny pomidorów w szklarniach nadal spadają na ukraińskim rynku w tym tygodniu, według analityków projektu EastFruit. Ten trend jest głównie spowodowany wzrostem wolumenów zbiorów w szklarniach na terenie większości regionów kraju, wraz z osłabieniem popytu. read more

The Dutch organic flower collective Wilderful has launched a campaign titled "Celebrate the Flower" (Vier de Bloem), which aims to raise awareness about organic flowers and the organic ornamental horticulture sector in the Netherlands. As part of the campaign, posters are being displayed in cities. read more

"Watermelons from Spain are once again well-represented in the markets. The quality is good, availability is strong, and prices are at a stable level," says Paul van Groningen (Hudepa), a commercial agent working in Spain. "Demand is gradually picking up. When it comes to stone fruit, some." read more