Europe

During the Hobaho Days in the Netherlands, Ron Kloos, Managing Director of Decorum Plants & Flowers, and Patrick van der Gulik, owner of Van der Gulik B.V., represented Decorum. The event gathered traders and growers, with a significant presence from the tulip sector and a clear focus on. read more

I am returning to Bologna for the multinational company that is a leader in the paper-based packaging sector. Among the news is the new Fresko Box, tested for shipping premium food items at controlled temperatures. There are also several process innovations, such as Design2Market, for collaborative design projects. read more

According to the 2024/2025 report by the Andalusian Government, Andalusia produces approximately 32% of the EU's blueberries, making Spain the second-largest producer after Poland at 33.7%. The report highlights the strategic significance of blueberry production to Andalusian agriculture, particularly in Huelva. Nearly all of Andalusia's blueberry production is aimed at export markets. read more

Grupo Mas, a food distribution company operating in Andalusia and Extremadura, has partnered with the Malaga-based family business Maskom supermarkets. Together, they are creating a major distribution group fully owned by Andalusian capital. The resulting group is strengthening its role as an important player in the regional market. read more

With annual sales of around 220 to 230 million euros, two locations in Buxtehude and Rotterdam, and about 30 employees, Global Fruit Point GmbH is one of Germany's leading fruit importers. The company is now laying the foundations for further growth with a move: it is expected to move from its read more

In 2025, Natura Nuova hosted over a hundred students and teachers from all over Italy, with the aim of introducing the new generations to the world of sustainable agriculture. Among the groups welcomed were the hospitality institutes from Rimini, Palermo, and others. read more

Gruppo Selex, one of the main players in Organized Modern Distribution in Italy, is showcasing its record-breaking results for its Private Label brand at the 2026 edition of Marca by BolognaFiere & ADM. read more

The presence at Marca 2026 speaks of promises kept for ARANDIS, born two years ago for the management of Gdo (loose and packaged products under the brands: This I have done, Fresh Sense and Workshops of the Earth) and Normal Trade (thanks to the stand among the most important of CAAB, Centro). read more

A farm in Saxony has been left with 4,000 tons of potatoes after market demand fell below expectations, a situation described by Berliner Morgenpost as "a story about the absurdities of our food system". The potatoes were grown and harvested following an order from a trader. After harvesting and read more

In Spain and Portugal, the supply of raspberries is lower than expected. Unfavorable weather conditions leading to lower yields and fruit quality mean that producers from the Iberian Peninsula can currently get 10-12 euros/kg for the best batches of fruit.

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The current situation in the European potato sector highlights the necessity of taking measures to enhance market balance for producers and other stakeholders. According to the specialized website patatadesiembra.es, Spanish and European growers are still dealing with competition related to import flows and... read more

In the Netherlands, the cold weeks after the New Year and the snowfall that followed caused significant disruption; the situation in Belgium seems to be less severe. The snowfall did pose some challenges for hauliers, but the cold weather appears to have had a positive impact on winter vegetables. read more

Supermarkets in Malta have been facing shortages and reduced availability on their shelves due to severe weather conditions that have disrupted the arrival of goods to the island. Images posted online by Għaqda Bdiewa Attivi showed empty or poorly stocked sections, especially in areas that are usually. read more

What will the weather be like in Italy this week? In the coming days, a significant rise in temperatures is expected, with values generally higher than seasonal averages. The recent cold spell that affected the country last week will therefore dissipate. read more

Storm Goretti struck the west and north of France on Thursday night, with wind gusts reaching up to 213 km/h in some areas, especially along the English Channel coast. As of Monday, nearly 11,000 homes were still without electricity, primarily in Normandy and Brittany. Some farms have reported damage as well. read more

Full production for Tarocco oranges, while the Sicilian campaign for Navelina blonde oranges is coming to an end. First batches of late clementines, such as Hernandina and Nova, are starting. The marketing of Italian apples is going well, with the arrival of Granny Smith as well. read more

Farmer in Moldova are advocating for a mandate that at least 50 percent of products sold in retail stores must be locally sourced. The Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry stated that it would be challenging to implement such a regulation, as retail chains typically give preference to suppliers who can guarantee consistent quality. read more

Przetłumaczone zdanie: "The constant rains in south-eastern Spain over the last month have taken a toll on the supply of open ground vegetables such as brassicas, artichokes, and, above all, leafy vegetables, especially lettuce. "Between early December and early January, we've had many rainy or cloudy days," says. read more

Spreafico Francesco & F.lli has presented its fourth sustainability report, with the support of Teha Group. This year, the company has once again received the EcoVadis silver medal, positioning itself in the top 15% of the best companies evaluated globally on environmental, labor, and... read more

"In Rwanda, we specialize in supplying fresh French beans to the European market, with a focus on France," explains Gamaliel Ishimwe, an agronomist at Proxifresh Rwanda. Proxifresh is a Mauritian agrifood company that is deeply integrated into Rwanda's horticultural export industry. The company operates using a hybrid production model. read more