On Thursday, October 16, Amazone Plants celebrated a milestone in Honselersdijk, the Netherlands: the first pile was driven for the company's brand-new greenhouse complex. With this 1.6-hectare expansion, located right next to the existing nursery, Amazone Plants will soon grow to a total of. read more

Naukowcy z Instytutu Warzywnictwa i Dyniowatych Ukraińskiej Akademii Nauk Rolniczych opracowali nowe odmiany cebuli o nietypowych kształtach bulw, które wykazują wyższe plony i lepsze właściwości przechowalnicze w porównaniu z standardowymi odmianami. Według Victorii Rud, read more

Exotica, a seedless mini watermelon variety developed by Hazera, is making waves after winning this year's prestigious Fresh Market Award 2025, presented during the Fresh Market B2B event in Poland. read more

The Nemo potato, a striped red-and-white variety developed by UK supplier Branston, has made a comeback on supermarket shelves across the United Kingdom due to strong consumer demand. This variety, famous for its shorter cooking time, will have 87% more stock available compared to last year, totaling 1.2 million units. read more

South Africa's blueberry industry is solidifying its presence in global trade, benefiting from a more reliable supply chain and consistent logistics. The United Kingdom remains the primary market, while the Netherlands serves as a key logistics hub in Europe. read more

A forgotten variety, new love, and a taste that brings back memories. The Sieglinde potato variety is a true classic and has been a staple of Austrian cuisine for almost 100 years. For a long time, it disappeared from local shelves. Priska and Erich Stekovics are passionate about preserving… read more

Last week, Iberflora took place in Valencia, Spain. The Holland Collective made its debut at Pavilion 4 of Feria Valencia, the city's largest exhibition and conference complex. Dutch growers and exporters collaborated to showcase their products and strengthen their presence. read more

Vlissingen is more than just a port in the Netherlands. It has become Western Europe's premier onion port. In 12 years, the North Sea Port has grown into a logistics hub for the international onion trade. Jean Ruinard, who has been working at that port for over 12 years, has seen it expand from. read more

The new "Da komm' ich her!" potato variety "Benjamin" has been available on Billa shelves since the end of August. The market launch of this exclusive variety is the result of many years of cooperation between partners along the entire potato supply chain: from Austria, for Austria. read more

Mango markets across Europe and the Americas are displaying varied trends as seasonal changes impact supply and pricing. In Italy, there has been a transition from Spanish to Brazilian fruit, leading to price adjustments as the Osteen season comes to a close. Meanwhile, the Netherlands is experiencing strong prices due to limited supply. read more

On the evening of June 6, 2025, a severe thunderstorm cell passed through the town of Nidek in Małopolska, Poland. It lasted only eight minutes, but caused massive damage. "It was a tragedy," recalls Zbigniew Zacny, a blueberry grower. "Hail destroyed everything I had." read more

Cranberries remain the most consumed berry in Latvia due to their long shelf life, according to the Latvian Fruit Growers Association (LAA). This season, the harvest at Latgale Cranberries, based in Ludza municipality near the Latvian-Russian border, has been notably high, with 50 tons harvested. read more

The Myanmar Avocado Producers and Exporters Association (MAVO) anticipates surpassing 10,000 tons of avocado exports in the 2025-2026 fiscal year, with intentions to venture into new markets such as India and Russia. In the 2023-2024 season, Myanmar exported approximately 7,600 tons of avocados. read more

Potato prices in Ukraine are expected to rise sharply this winter, reaching 50–55 UAH (US$1.30–1.45) per kilogram in supermarkets, according to analyst Maxim Hopka of the Ukrainian Agrarian Business Club. Currently, wholesale prices range from 19–22 UAH (US$0.50–0.57), while retail prices are expected to follow suit. read more

This season, the popular American reality competition show The Amazing Race traveled through Europe and made a stop in the Netherlands. In the very first episode of Season 38, contestants faced a challenge at Van der Wilt Gerbera's in Mijdrecht, where they encountered a colorful and exciting task. read more

The possibility of rain during the upcoming weekend is motivating farmers in Ireland to quickly finish the maincrop potato harvest. Field operations are currently unaffected due to favorable ground conditions, according to FreshPlaza. read more

Romagnoli F.lli S.p.A. is among the winning companies of the 1st national themed edition of the Industria Felix ESG Award - Sustainable Italy competing, now in its 66th event, organized by Industria Felix Magazine in collaboration with Cerved Rating Agency. read more

A rumor that a farmer in the southern Polish village of Dąbrowica was giving away free potatoes caused locals to remove around 150 tons of crops in one day. The claim, spread through social media, turned out to be false. The potatoes, valued at around US$16,300, had been purchased by a distillery the day before. read more

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Greece have performed impressively in Egypt, but unfortunately, the market is now experiencing a downturn," said Mr. Elbahy. "The competition from other apple varieties, especially from countries like Poland and South Africa, has intensified, leading to a decrease in demand for Greek apples." He added that the current situation calls for strategic marketing efforts to boost the sales of Greek apples in Egypt. read more

Yesterday in Murcia, PROEXPORT, the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers and Exporters of the Region of Murcia, welcomed 21 Korean melon producers who are members of Korea's National Melon Union. This visit to Spain is part of an academic and agronomic program aimed at exploring some of. read more