For many Belarusians, tropical fruits are no longer a rarity. Avocados and mangoes, once considered exotic, are now everyday items in supermarkets. Yet the category "exotic fruit" remains broad, encompassing any fruit that doesn't grow locally. Local retailers explain that around 150 different types of exotic fruits are now available in the market. read more

The acting Prime Minister of Kosovo, Albin Kurti, announced during the 10th Raspberry Conference organized by the local Raspberry Producers Association that the raspberry cultivation area in Kosovo is currently around 1000 hectares.

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Moldova is developing a national strategy aimed at increasing the annual export value of table grapes by 60%, which is approximately US$38 million. This optimistic scenario is based on projections of total investments reaching around US$98 million by 2036. The information was reported by IPN, referencing discussions that took place. read more

Sun World International's partnership with Salling Group has ignited a grape frenzy in Denmark this autumn. This is due to the debut of Autumncrisp® green seedless grapes to Danish consumers for the first time, which represents a significant achievement for branded produce in Europe. Since being introduced on store shelves, the grapes have garnered significant attention and popularity. read more

Apple prices across major EU producers have been decreasing in the early months of the 2025/26 season. Prices in Poland, Italy, France, and Germany for the months of August, September, and October (€/100 kg) have all fallen below their levels from the previous season. In Poland, the price in August started at 108 €/100 kg, and continued to decline. read more

Belarus plans to use imported apples to make up for a lower domestic harvest when creating its state agricultural reserves. This decision comes after a new government resolution was issued, which amends the regulations for providing fruits and vegetables from stabilization funds through the state procurement system. The document provides clarity on how... read more

METRO Italy closed the 2024-2025 fiscal year with a turnover of 2.133 billion euros (+5.9% compared to the previous year). The company specializes in wholesale trade in the Horeca sector. This result was driven by all sales channels in a year characterized by... read more

The topic discussed when Dalsem CEO Frank van der Gelt spoke in the Dutch newspaper De Volkskrant was about bringing Dutch greenhouse-building innovation to growers around the world. Today, between 80 and 100 percent of the company's revenue comes from projects outside the Netherlands. read more

The chain operates with eight stores in Palermo and surrounding areas, and with six supermarkets in London. read more

The first Greek strawberry harvest in the Ilia region is currently progressing exceptionally well. Despite the tractor blockades that have spread across Greece and potential delays at customs on the country's northern borders, exports are not being hindered. Shipments are continuing as usual. read more

Egypt's Minister of Agriculture and Land Reclamation, Alaa Farouk, has reported an increase in strawberry export volumes for the 2025 season. Deliveries to Russia have surged by 150 per cent compared to the previous year, as per information provided by MENA. The total production and export volumes of strawberries from Egypt have... read more

"We are witnessing highly dynamic changes in the cultivation of vegetables under protective covers, both in Poland and across Europe. Producers are currently facing numerous concurrent challenges, including new pathogens, pests that are becoming harder to control, and the pressure of the market." read more

The updated data on orange prices in Spain, Greece, Italy, and Portugal reflect a diverse shift from late-summer trading to the beginning of the 2025/26 season. In Spain, prices were at 108 €/100 kg in August, dropped to 102 €/100 kg in September, and then experienced a sharp decline in October to... read more

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Around 300 fruit producers and exporters, along with national and international experts in fruit growing, took part in the 11th edition of the Fruit Business Conference in Moldova on November 27. The event was organized by the Moldova Fruct Association with the support of the European Union. read more

Despite unfavorable weather conditions and delays in vegetation, strawberry harvest has begun in Huelva, Spain. Although growers had to face many challenges, market forecasts for the 2025/2026 season are promising.

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There are more than 50 ongoing tractor blockades reported across Greece as of the morning of Monday, December 8. These blockades have been set up at key junctions on the country's main highways and at all customs points on the borders with neighboring countries. We have compiled a list of their exact locations. read more

On December 1, 2025, the President of the Republic of Poland signed an amendment to the Plant Protection Products Act, introducing key changes regarding the trade of products intended for fumigation and the sale of plant protection products intended for professional users.

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W całej Rosji od początku 2025 roku zostało już przywiezionych 594 300 ton mandarynek, z czego niemal połowa pochodzi z Turcji. Tylko w listopadzie do kraju przybyło 120 660 ton owoców, głównie z Turcji, Chin i Maroka. Okręg Federalny Syberyjski: Według Syberyjskiego read more

Strawberry producers in the Algarve have started the winter harvest, with the first batches being sent to a Dutch supermarket chain and later to Christmas markets across Northern Europe. According to producer Luís Rocha, "it's starting to get cold there, it's starting to snow, and so they have to." read more

Carrefour Belgium will open its own stores on Sundays. Starting from January 18, all 83 Carrefour stores in Belgium, including 40 hypermarkets and 43 supermarkets, will be open on Sundays. This decision was driven by the success of Delhaize's Sunday openings and is seen as a necessary step for the Carrefour chain.Source: retaildetail.eu UK read more