The predominant batches were clearly from Germany, with only a few potato imports from France and the Netherlands in some cases. There was a wide variety of available varieties, and the quality was impressive. According to the BLE, availability increased and in some places exceeded storage capacity. read more

Merci bus: over 45,000 visitors at 100 stops. Migros reported: "After a successful journey covering 8,500 kilometers throughout Switzerland, Migros' Merci bus tour ends in Bussigny, canton of Vaud, on Saturday, October 18, 2025. Highlights: A very special highlight was provided by former employees." read more

This time, the organizer, the Austrian consulting company gfa-consulting GmbH, has chosen the Hungarian capital Budapest as the event location. The conference, which will take place at Hotel FLOW around 30 kilometers from the airport, is said to be entirely dedicated to the organizers. read more

Fruit Logistica’s communications director for Spain and Latin America, Silvia de Juanes, discussed the role of innovation as a driver for competitiveness when she took part in a round table at this week’s Fruit and Vegetable Production and Distribution in Southern Spain 2025 conference. read more

According to the press service of Rosselkhoznadzor, as reported by reefertrends, the head of the authority, Sergei Dankvert, held talks with representatives of the Indian Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, as well as the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. read more

With the Greek kiwifruit harvest officially starting on 15 October, exporters are already sounding a note of caution. Frosty conditions during the spring ensured that Greek stone fruit suppliers experienced an especially challenging season in 2025, including the country's cherry growers, whose crops were particularly affected. read more

At a meeting in Rome attended by the Italian Minister of Agriculture Francesco Lollobrigida and the New Zealand Ambassador Jackie Frizelle, company representatives discussed technological advancements that promise a boost for a sector that is... read more

The persimmon season in Germany is short. Promotional offers in the grocery retail sector (LEH) last for a period of 15 weeks, from mid-September to the end of December. Throughout the rest of the year, there are sporadic individual promotions, but they are not significant. read more

For Netherlands-based TTA-ISO, automation represents the future of horticulture, empowering growers to boost productivity, yields, and sustainability through solutions such as its advanced robotics and AI-driven systems. read more

The Greek citrus season has only just begun, but quality, sizes, and demand are expected to be on a good level this year, says Spiros Tampakis, owner of Greek citrus exporter Tampakis Fresh. "The citrus season is just starting in Greece with the early clementine varieties, so volumes are still read more

Sales of the Dried Fruits and Vegetables category continue to grow year after year in the large-scale retail sector. Even in the first nine months of 2025, hypermarkets and supermarkets in Italy are recording very positive trends. read more

The looming rain threat this weekend is pushing farmers in Ireland to hasten the maincrop potato harvest. The current ground conditions are favorable, enabling field activities to proceed seamlessly. Most other crops, like maize and beet, have already been harvested. read more

At dawn on Tuesday, October 14th, a large operation was carried out by the carabinieri of the investigative unit of the Operational Department of Mantua, together with the military personnel of the Labor Inspectorate Unit, supported by the companies of Gonzaga, Cento, and Castelmassa, as well as the 2nd Unit. read more

Over the past two days, Coloríginz, along with customers, visited Rosefruits in Serbia, a company specializing in growing rosehip branches since 2006. The rosehips are then exported to the Netherlands, where everything is delivered to Coloríginz in Aalsmeer. The visit offered a opportunity for... read more

Rosselkhoznadzor, Russia's phytosanitary watchdog, has stated that Russia may import up to 500,000 metric tons of bananas from India. The agency, which is in charge of approving agricultural imports, mentioned that India is considering increasing its banana exports to the Russian market. read more

A grower from Suffolk, England, has produced a 368kg pumpkin after accepting a challenge from her son. Frances Crickmore, from Fen Farm Dairy in Bungay, grew the vegetable after her son, Jonny Crickmore, gave her what he described as "the worst" of three plants raised from specialist seeds. Jonny... read more

Farmers in Poland are increasingly inviting consumers to pick fruits and vegetables directly from their fields due to difficulties selling produce, according to onet.pl. Many have resorted to giving away products for free or on a "pay what you can" basis. The situation gained attention after a read more

The New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) will plant approximately 50,000 indigenous tulips in Delhi this winter. The NDMC has announced its intention to plant a total of 550,000 tulips, including 517,000 bulbs imported from the Netherlands. Of these bulbs, 325,000 will be used by the NDMC, while 192,000 will be... read more

The onion harvest in the Netherlands is coming to an end after a season marked by variable weather conditions. Hot and dry periods over recent months created irrigation challenges for some growers, resulting in mixed outcomes for yields and quality. Despite these variations, the overall supply is expected to be sufficient. read more

Dane zbierane przez satelity pomagają w szybkim zauważaniu pierwszych objawów problemów i przyspieszają działania mające na celu zwalczanie chorób w plantacjach kiwi Zespri we Włoszech, jak się okazuje. read more