SPAR Austria has opened a new EUROSPAR supermarket in Ebenthal, Carinthia. The fresh food sections, especially the delicatessen, fruit, and vegetable sections, have a lively, market-like atmosphere. read more

The prices of white cabbage in Ukraine have dropped this week due to an increase in market supply, as reported by analysts at EastFruit. Producers note that a significant portion of the current crop comprises mid-late varieties that are not ideal for prolonged storage, leading to a need to sell quickly. As of now, prices vary... read more

The 2025 stone fruit harvest in Spain, which began with a delay of ten to fifteen days in the earliest regions and continued like this throughout the season in all producing areas, has been affected by hailstorms and faced reduced competition from third countries, resulting in a lower yield. read more

"Autumn has already begun, but here we haven't noticed it yet. In southern Spain, temperatures are still above 27 degrees, and nighttime temperatures remain around 20 degrees. This means that everything is still growing rapidly," says Kees Havenaar from Frutas Luna in Almería. "But that also..." read more

Egypt has significantly expanded its share in Spain's sweet potato market, with exports almost quadrupling during the 2024/25 marketing year (MY), as reported by EastFruit. From July 2024 to June 2025, Egypt exported 18,600 metric tons of sweet potatoes to Spain, amounting to approximately US$12.4 million. read more

India enjoys a year-round availability of imported kiwifruit, primarily the Hayward variety, which is sourced from Chile, Iran, and New Zealand, with smaller quantities also coming from Greece and Italy, according to Jatin Bajaj of Gyan Fruit Company, a fresh produce importer. "The positive development is that the supply from Iran has read more

The Aspastore asparagus harvesting robot from Neubauer Automation was used for the first time by customers in Germany and the Netherlands in the 2025 season, with impressive results. The automation solution not only enables more efficient processing but also provides relief in an increasingly. read more

As the poinsettia season approaches, Lazzeri Società Agricola is pleased to invite you to two events—one in Italy and one in the Netherlands—where professionals, growers, and industry experts will come together to explore the future of poinsettias. Open Day – Sabaudia, ItalyMark your calendar. read more

On Monday, October 13, Denmark will begin its annual autumn school break, known historically as "Potato Week" or kartoffelferie. While the week is now primarily associated with family activities and leisure, its origins lie in the country's agricultural past. Agricultural originsIn the 1800s, read more

As Spain establishes itself as a top supplier of fruit and vegetable products to Europe, its logistics sector stands out for its experience, reliability, and sustainability. Primafrio is one of the prominent companies in Murcia in the agri-food sector. read more

Denmark's Ambassador to Egypt, Lars Bo Moller, has stated that Maersk is evaluating a possible return to the Suez Canal. Speaking at a meeting with Canal officials, Moller said the company is closely monitoring developments in the Red Sea. Suez Canal Authority (SCA) Chairperson Osama Rabie urged the company to consider resuming operations through the canal. read more

TSW 2026, The 16th Fruit and Vegetable Industry Fair, will take place on 23-24 January 2026 in Kielce, Poland. read more

The fact that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is increasingly permeating our everyday lives is now common sense and lived practical experience. How the use of AI is changing our business life, on the other hand, is still more of a vague assumption. According to a recent EHI study, read more

The Spanish industry association FEPEX criticizes that the two rulings of the Court of Justice of the European Union from October 4, 2024 have been ignored. The association rejects the new agreement between the EU and Morocco, as it believes it will lead to a significant increase in fruit and vegetable exports. read more

Although seven out of ten Dutch people associate healthy eating primarily with consuming lots of fruits and vegetables, only 17% know the recommended daily amount of vegetables (250g). Especially young people (18-35 years) report that their eating habits have changed in the past year. read more

Chiquita is getting ready to introduce Italian-grown bananas to the market for the first time next year. The multinational company has planted 20,000 banana trees at its pilot farm in Sicily, and plans to start marketing the fruit by mid-2026. read more

Siropack has sealed another significant business agreement, this time in the Balkans. The Cesenatico-based company, known for producing machinery and software for packaging in the food and pharmaceutical industries, has just announced the awarding of a multi-year exclusive license for their patented technology. read more

In the garden of the Turkish Embassy in The Hague, tulip bulbs were planted last Friday as a symbol of the flourishing partnership between the Netherlands and Turkey. The ceremonial event was attended by Mark-Jan Terwindt of Royal Anthos, Arjan Smit of TPN, representatives from Keukenhof, and... read more

The end of October marks the beginning of the French Oscar green kiwi campaign. This year shows promise, with volumes projected at 10,000 tons. "Primland is present in four production basins in France through partners in various regions: the Adour, Garonne, and Rhône valleys, as well as Corsica." read more

We have just completed an intensive week in the Netherlands. Together with Zbigniew Pisarek from Flevo-Plant and Rafał Popławski from Raff-Berry, we visited several leading nurseries specializing in the production of berry plants. It was extremely interesting. read more