Severe frosts, which have covered almost the whole of Poland in recent days, are already leaving a noticeable mark on highbush blueberry plantations. In the Mazovia region – responsible for about 30% of the country's production – initial inspections indicate very serious damage to the buds. read more

Identity, relationships, and quality at Macfrut 2026, which has just ended in Rimini, confirming itself as the most important trade fair in Italy for the fruit and vegetable sector, thanks to the increase in attending buyers, despite the difficult global situation we are currently experiencing. read more

Some of the critical issues that had led to a surge in some fruit and vegetable prices seem to have been overcome: the prices of tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchinis are decreasing, while the eggplant market is also returning to normal. The long weekend is boosting some productions, such as broad beans, as well as. read more

Portugal Fresh has announced an investment of €2.7 million (US$2.9 million) by 2027 to support the international promotion of the fruit, vegetable, and flower sector. The program includes participation in trade fairs such as Fruit Attraction in Madrid and São Paulo, Fruit Logistica in Berlin, and so on. read more

Morocco has reached a new milestone in the European frozen raspberry market, as the Netherlands imported record volumes in 2025, as reported by EastFruit. In the previous year, Dutch imports of Moroccan frozen raspberries reached 1,000 tons, with a value exceeding EUR 2 million. This signifies a 50% increase. read more

At the EconSeeds headquarters in Hoogkarspel, in the North Holland province of the Netherlands, the Veenstra family comes together around the table: founders Hans and Froukje, their son Joran, and daughter-in-law Merian. A third generation is already starting to be involved. From Kieft to EconSeeds. read more

Bulgaria's food market is currently experiencing a downward price trend for greenhouse vegetables in mid-April, with decreases reported for the third week in a row. This data is sourced from the Agricultural Market Information System (AMIS) and includes all 28 regions for the seventeenth week of 2026. Retail prices for... read more

Po 18 latach hiszpańska Interprofesjonalna Cytrusowa (Intercitrus) przygotowuje się do uruchomienia kampanii promocyjnej hiszpańskich pomarańczy i mandarynek. Interprofesjonalna właśnie zarejestrowała swój proponowany program informacyjny i promocyjny w Unii Europejskiej, który obejmuje okres. read more

Apple growers and horticulture stakeholders visited Teagasc's experimental orchard in Oak Park, Co. Carlow, to review ongoing research on Irish apple production. Teagasc has developed an applied apple research program to support local production and boost supply. read more

Belgium's largest food retailer Delhaize has announced its intention to bring potatoes "back in the spotlight" through a comprehensive overhaul of its product range. read more

The 10th edition of Freskon was successfully concluded in the city of Thessaloniki. Ten years after its first edition, this year's exhibition seems to have maintained consistent participation levels, showcasing the trust it has garnered among producers, traders, and buyers from Greece and beyond. read more

The Belgian greenhouse vegetable market is showing a varied trend. Although the new season for tomatoes and peppers began well, pepper prices have already started to decrease. Cucumbers, which had very high prices in early February, are now seeing a significant drop. "It is just a matter of waiting." read more

Rynek truskawek w Holandii rośnie. Konsumenci poniżej 39 roku życia w Niderlandach kupili o 6% więcej truskawek w 2025 roku niż rok wcześniej. Jednocześnie całkowita produkcja truskawek w Holandii wzrosła do 91 milionów kilogramów. Więcej informacji na ten temat można znaleźć w karcie informacyjnej dotyczącej truskawek z... read more

Albania is increasing its dependence on imported food, as indicated by INSTAT data showing a 19% increase in food import volumes in the first quarter of 2026. The import of fresh vegetables and fruits also saw double-digit growth, with a rise of around 15%. Vegetable imports experienced a significant increase as well. read more

Chiquita is moving forward with a season of initiatives for its bananas, both in terms of communication and marketing. Marco Leoni, trade marketing manager for Italy, previews the campaign "Likely the best snack ever", designed to position the banana as the ideal snack in every situation. read more

The Spanish watermelon season has already begun after an earlier-than-usual start to the harvest in the province of Almeria, which is the earliest region. Yields at the beginning of the season have been slightly lower than expected, but with good quality, generally smaller sizes, and high prices. read more

Lock Drives, a German drive technology specialist, has opened a permanent demonstration stand at the World Horti Center (WHC) in Naaldwijk, the Netherlands. The stand showcases two greenhouse structures: a Cabrio greenhouse and a Venlo greenhouse, allowing visitors to see Lock's products in action. read more

Italy confirms itself as one of the main European markets for fresh fruits and vegetables, especially in categories where controlled ripening plays a strategic role. According to FAOSTAT data, the country imports over 600,000 tons of bananas annually. read more

Food prices on Bulgaria's wholesale markets decreased this week, with fresh vegetables like tomatoes and cucumbers leading the decline. Data from the State Commission on Commodity Exchanges and Markets indicates that prices for most seasonal produce went down, although some items such as potatoes and peppers saw an increase. read more

Strikes at Aldi Belgium are spreading rapidly: concerns over Sunday openings. Aldi is contemplating opening its stores in Belgium on Sundays, which has caused unrest among employees. On Friday morning, ACV Puls reported around fifty closed supermarkets in Flanders, while BBTK informed Belga news. read more