The European organic blueberry season is now gradually gaining momentum. Prior to the start of the season in Romania, the team from Bivano GmbH, the organic fruit and vegetable division of the Böhmer Gruppe, visited the different production areas in the Eastern European country. read more

The International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) has announced that We Lodge, an accommodation provider for major events, has joined as a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming AIPH International Horticultural Expo Conference. The Conference will take place in Ghent, Belgium and will welcome Expo... read more

Fragola Matera®, a brand belonging to the Nicofruit Group, has recently concluded the season with a celebration marking the shipment of the final punnet. This event confirmed all the expectations and positive feedback that the company had targeted for the 2025 campaign. Francesco Nicodemo, along with a few members of the packaging team, led the celebrations. read more

The Rivoira Group did it again. After the success of Sweet Saretta® - the "alveolar" cherries launched last year - the Piedmontese company is back to amaze with a new innovation, destined to make a mark in the Italian cherry sector: introducing Tip Top, the cherry. read more

In a phase where some are calling for mobilization to oppose innovation in the plant sector, particularly against New Breeding Techniques, known in Italy as Tecniche di Evoluzione Assistita (TEA), it is still necessary to remember that it is agriculture that needs these. read more

The tomato industry in Morocco is continuously challenged by adverse weather conditions and labor shortages, with 2025 being the sixth year in a row marked by drought. Despite these difficulties, Morocco continues to be a strong competitor in the EU market, especially in comparison to Spain. Morocco's export numbers remain steady and competitive. read more

Relief for those trading in fruit and vegetable products with the United Kingdom. Following pressure from Fruitimprese and other international trade actors, on June 2nd the British government postponed phytosanitary checks in the country, announcing the creation of a read more

Carrefour could soon exit the Italian market. According to the portal RetailDetail.eu - which in turn cites an in-depth analysis from the German magazine Lebensmittel Zeitung - the French retail giant has initiated confidential talks with some retailers. read more

"AgriFuturo: cultivating resilience" was the theme of a meeting held on Thursday afternoon at the Chamber of Commerce of Ferrara-Ravenna, organized by the editorial SAE, which publishes the Nuova Ferrara, Gazzette di Modena e Reggio, Il Tirreno, and La Nuova Sardegna. The event was attended by read more

"This cherry season has been perfect so far: although production has not reached its full potential, quality is very high," This is just one of the thoughts that emerged yesterday, June 12th, during the Cherry Day organized by Alegra at the Agrintesa plant in Castelfranco Emilia (Modena) and a farm. read more

The first Apulian table grapes of the season were officially harvested on June 12, 2025, in the province of Bari in the Apulia region of southern Italy. For several years now, the Star Light variety has been the frontrunner. This seedless red grape variety has a unique muscat aroma and is... read more

Greek consumer prices remained stable in May despite inflation. Food retail inflation in Greece increased by 2.47% year-on-year in May 2025, according to the Consumer Goods Retail Research Institute (IELKA). The largest increases were observed in categories such as biscuits, chocolates, and confectionery (+8.83%). read more

The collection of plums has begun, with the red variety and Spring Smile. The apricot campaign is in full swing, with the first batches of the Pellecchiella cultivar. There is a strong demand for watermelons, now in full production. Prices of peaches and nectarines continue to decline. read more

Viveros Hernandorena is actively promoting its innovation strategy in the nursery sector through the Carob Tree Project. This ambitious initiative aims to professionalize carob tree cultivation in Spain, with the goal of becoming the top producer of this emerging crop in Europe in terms of surface area, quality, and... read more

Afghanistan plans to start exporting fresh fruit to Russia, Central Asian countries, and the Persian Gulf in 2025 as part of a larger strategy to increase its agricultural exports. Officials also mentioned that Afghanistan is looking to expand its market reach to include India, Indonesia, and Malaysia. read more

Ms. Elisavet Kyriazi, a fruit broker based in Imathia, Greece, specializing in the Iranian and Indian markets, has reported a blurry and uncertain situation prevailing in the fruit and vegetable sector in Iran in recent days. She has been in constant contact with her Iranian business partners. read more

The President of Belarus, Alexander Lukashenko, has signed a new decree aimed at ensuring the stable availability of fruits and vegetables in retail outlets, especially during the offseason. The announcement was made by the presidential press service. The document introduces a mechanism whereby... read more

With around 295,000 tons, the export volume remained close to the record level of April 2024. However, in terms of value, exports decreased by 18% in the same month. Spain (-6%) and Belgium (-11%) remained the main buyers, followed by Eastern Europe with a strong... read more

Over 100 berry industry experts from Huelva and Portugal came together for Planasa's Genetics Forum, an annual event organized by the breeder to exchange knowledge and discuss technical and genetic advancements in berry varieties. read more

They are produced in Murcia, the main Spanish grape-growing region, but also in Alicante, Almería, Granada, and Badajoz. read more