The Egyptian soft citrus season started in November with good demand. Initially, there were reports of high exports to Europe, the Gulf countries, and Russia. However, the current situation shows a decline in trend, and the demand is not meeting the exporters' expectations. This information comes from Mahmoud Esawy. read more

It might have been Blue Monday this week, but in the Netherlands, it has been Grey January for almost a month now as there has been nothing but fog for days. For the grower with a cold greenhouse, like Martin Prins in Maasdijk, it's the ideal time to do something fun. Every year he plants a corner of... read more

A powszechne strajki w Serbii dzisiaj (piątek, 24 stycznia 2025 r.), zorganizowane przez studentów po miesiącach protestów, mają minimalny wpływ na przemysł świeżych produktów spożywczych - informują osoby z branży. Insajderzy z branży świeżych produktów spożywczych mówią, że choć niektóre logistyka w dużych miastach, takich jak Belgrad i Nowy Sad... read more

In 2024, Romania witnessed its lowest potato production in eight years, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics. This is notable given Romania's position as a major player in the European Union's potato farming sector, hosting nearly a third of the EU's potato farms. Despite this, the... read more

As Ireland prepares for the arrival of Storm Éowyn, with a Status Red storm alert and a "danger to life" warning issued, the agricultural community is being urged to prioritize safety. IFA President Francie Gorman advises farmers to meticulously inspect their farmyards and implement necessary measures. read more

In a recent update from the Federal Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision Service (Rosselkhoznadzor), it was reported that Russia saw an increase in fruit and berry imports by the end of 2024. The volume of berries imported into the country reached 517,900 metric tons. At the same time, fruit deliveries to... read more

Solynta, a true potato seed company from the Netherlands, and Pieterpik, one of Europe's leading seed suppliers to the home garden seed industry, have reached an agreement that will allow the commercialization and distribution of Solynta's true potato seeds to garden outlets in the European Union. read more

The latest technology from Ecoculture Biosciences that has landed in another country, in this case the United Kingdom, is a suspension of micronized leonardite that improves performance,

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Decco, a global company specializing in postharvest protection solutions for fruits and vegetables, has broadened its product range by obtaining registration for azoxystrobin in Spain for its use in citrus postharvest treatment, branded as Decco Zox. This registration is the first and only one of its kind in Europe. read more

Thanks to the ideal growing conditions, Australian growers have harvested the QTee® pears a bit earlier than anticipated. This new aromatic, red-blushed pear originated in Norway and is a medium-sized fruit with an intense red blush against a green background, providing a sweet, aromatic flavor. read more

The Argentine colors will be an important part of the Latin America Hall in 2025 when FRUIT LOGISTICA serves as a platform for the global fruit industry. Across a total area of 418 m², spread over two islands, 25 exhibitors from Buenos Aires and the most important ones will be presenting themselves. read more

"We wish President Trump good luck in his second term. Even though 'America first' was at the center of the American election campaign, as President, Trump has a responsibility for more than just his own countrymen. Especially for Germany, a good" read more

From honeydew melons and cantaloupe to Piel de Sapo, Gaya, and Galia, the variety of sweet melons is increasing. The Import Promotion Desk (IPD) in Germany reports that the demand for sugar melons and watermelons is also growing on the European market. read more

As announced by the FSNEA afterwards, the meeting helped to outline the main features of agricultural policy for the coming months. FNSEA President Arnaud Rousseau emphasized the urgency of adopting a budget that includes approximately 450 million euros for tax-related measures. read more

Now the activity in this area has recovered, and a normal operation is expected for the second part of the season. read more

Rynek kiwi zyskał na sile w ostatnich tygodniach. Organizacja producentów włoskich Sapore di Romagna, zlokalizowana w Forlì w regionie Emilia-Romania, sprzedaje zielone kiwi na rynek nie tylko krajowy, ale także europejski. "Produkt jest doskonałej jakości i dlatego nadaje się do. read more

In 2024, there was a surge in interest in plant-based food in Italy, with a 43% increase in the consumption of plant-based products compared to the previous year. The trend was popularized by the Glovo platform, which analyzed the data during Veganuary. read more

At IPM Essen 2025, Floradania will present its joint stand spanning over 300 m2, dedicated to showcasing products that highlight Denmark's expertise in horticulture. The stand will feature a collaboration of several Danish plant nurseries and sales companies, showcasing a variety of ornamental plants from Denmark. read more

Last week, the US administration decided to block imports of peppers from Spain, as reported by Eurofruit. This decision comes shortly before the inauguration of the newly elected President Donald Trump and is already causing concerns. read more

Estonia's Parliament, the Riigikogu, rejected a bill proposed by the opposition EKRE party to reduce the value-added tax (VAT) on food to 5%. The bill was voted down in its first reading, with 52 members of the Riigikogu voting against it and 17 in favor, effectively removing it from further consideration. read more