The strawberry season in Germany in 2026 started earlier than usual, although its course varies significantly by region. According to reports from German advisors presented during the Tunnel Day held on April 23 at the Experimental Center. read more

The downward price trend in the greenhouse cucumber segment persists on the Ukrainian domestic market. Based on the daily monitoring data from the EastFruit project, the increasing harvesting volumes at Ukrainian greenhouse complexes, coupled with low demand for greenhouse vegetables, are contributing to this trend. read more

The Pink Lady apple brand has opened a pop-up store in Madrid, Spain, to celebrate Mother's Day. read more

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The Dutch association GroentenFruit Huis reports that the demand for strawberries among younger consumers increased by 6 percent in 2025, while the Netherlands' own crop grew to around 91,000 tonnes. read more

Closing day of Macfrut (Thursday, April 23) filled with focus sessions, meetings, and workshops at the Rimini Expo Centre, focusing on the development opportunities for mango and avocado in Southern Italy, the tomato supply chain, and the use of robotics and drones in the field. Announcements were made. read more

Aragón has positioned itself as a key center for stone fruit production, both in Spain and worldwide. According to the Ministry of Agriculture's data from 2024, the region has 32,927 hectares dedicated to these crops and yields around 360,000 tons annually, establishing it as a top player in terms of both land area and production volume. read more

Rosja has extended its fertilizer export quotas through December as global supply tightens due to the war involving Iran and disruptions affecting trade routes. Russian producers will be allowed to export 20 million tons of fertilizers between June 1 and November 30, according to a government decree. read more

Henderson County in North Carolina is currently facing severe drought conditions, which are having a significant impact on fruit and vegetable production. Apple grower Kenny Barnwell mentioned that the young trees he planted this spring are struggling due to the lack of water. "I planted a lot of young trees (this spring), and we're" read more

The Czerwińsk nad Wisłą region has been one of the most important areas for early ground strawberry production in Poland for years. It is here, thanks to the use of covers such as perforated foil and agricultural fabric, that growers achieve some of the earliest harvests. read more

Dutchman Ruud Vincent moved to Warsaw at the age of 25 with €2,000 in savings and the idea of selling machinery. Now Vincent is one of the market leaders in Poland, with a multi-million turnover. His company, Ocean Systems, sells processing and packaging machines for fruit and vegetables. read more

This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have noted a significant decrease in prices for greenhouse tomatoes in Ukraine. Market participants believe that this is due to a seasonal rise in supplies from local greenhouses, coupled with a subdued demand for the product. read more

Wietnam: Mini supermarkety i sklepy convenience zyskują popularnośćSklepy convenience, sieci mini supermarketów oraz niewielkie i średniej wielkości supermarkety odnotowują silny wzrost w związku z zmieniającymi się trendami konsumenckimi, gdy sprzedawcy ścigają się, aby przynieść zakupy bliżej domu w szybko rozwijającym się nowoczesnym rynku detalicznym. read more

Netherlands-based organizations Cultivators, Vertify, and World Horti Center are continuing the international research consortium 'Cultivation for Compounds', of which they are the joint initiators. The research will enter a new phase, with a focus on deepening the knowledge gained in the field of... read more

With the evolution of Italy's fresh produce sector driven by the strong import of bananas, increasing demand for avocados, and a well-established market for persimmons, there is a growing need for straightforward, safe, and controlled ripening solutions. Despite being in the early stages in the country, Catalytic Generators utilized its first. read more

The Dutch horticultural machinery dealer Duijndam Machines officially broke ground on April 17, 2026, for a new facility at Zwedenlaan 10 in Hazerswoude-Dorp, Netherlands. This investment represents a major milestone in the ongoing growth of the family company. The ground-breaking ceremony was conducted... read more

The countdown for the 11th International Symposium on the Spanish Table Grape in Murcia has begun. With over 300 participants from more than 15 countries already confirming their attendance. Meanwhile, the Scientific Committee is reviewing over 50 abstracts and papers to finalize the program. read more

The German Potato Trade Association (DKHV) held its 20th regular general meeting on April 21, 2026, with over 50 participants at Borussia-Park in Mönchengladbach. The focus was on the current challenges facing the potato industry as well as the. read more

During the second day of Macfrut, the theme of sustainability in the fruit and vegetable sector returned to the center of the debate with the presentation of "Generazione Ortofrutta", the project promoted by Italy Ortofrutta in collaboration with CREA and the Producer Organizations (POs). read more

Rosja has extended its fertilizer export quotas through December as global supply tightens due to the war involving Iran and disruptions affecting trade routes. Russian producers will be allowed to export 20 million tons of fertilizers between June 1 and November 30, according to a government decision. read more