BASF's vegetable seeds business is ready to lay the first stone of a cutting-edge research and development center in El Ejido, Almería, Spain. Covering an area of 25 hectares, this new facility will lay the foundation for continuous innovation and operational excellence. read more

The wholesale prices of bananas in various European Union markets showed little change between week 42 and week 43, based on the most recent data provided in euros per 100 kilograms. In Germany, prices remained stable at €118 per 100 kg, indicating consistent conditions in the country. read more

A step forward for Assisted Evolution Techniques (AET): the IX Committee of the Senate unanimously approved a resolution urging the Government to support, in European forums, the regulation on new genomic techniques. This decision was welcomed by the main stakeholders. read more

Piltti Oy Kauppapuutarha, based in Pöytyä, has been awarded the title of Finland's best greenhouse vegetable producer for 2025. The award was presented at the annual meeting of the Finnish Glasshouse Growers' Association. Piltti is Finland's first and only baby spinach farm. The entrepreneur Hanna was recognized for her outstanding work. read more

The Central European cucumber season was coming to an end: deliveries from Germany were limited, and Belgian and Dutch shipments also lost momentum in some areas. Greek supplies arriving in Munich were quickly absorbed. Spanish supplies gained strength and were mostly able to fill the gaps. read more

The Spanish Avocado and Mango Inter-Branch Organization (OIAM) announces the beginning of the Spanish avocado season with a positive outlook. After a few years of drought, production is projected to increase by 20% to 30% compared to last year. This growth is primarily attributed to the spring rains in Axarquia. read more

Suriname was a Dutch colony from 1667 to 1954, after which it became an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, gaining full independence in 1975. Since then, ties have largely been severed. "When the Netherlands withdrew after the colonial period, none of the knowledge was retained..." read more

As the 2025 apple season progresses, Polish apple exporter Agro Queens Sp. Z o.o., founded by Anna Gabler Michalak, has reported a strong harvest and continued expansion into international markets. "Poland's apple harvest in 2025 has exceeded expectations. Despite early-season challenges, the company has seen significant growth." read more

The leading organic fresh produce specialist, Eosta, has announced the launch and ongoing expansion of its organic cranberry program. read more

Fyffes is encouraging consumers to carve lanterns out of pineapples instead of pumpkins in a marketing campaign across the UK, Ireland, and continental Europe. read more

On November 27, 2025, the raspberry industry will gather in one place - at Berry Forum 2025, to discuss how to increase the profitability, quality, and stability of raspberry production in Poland. It will be a day full of practical knowledge, inspiration, and new ideas for. read more

The Spanish National Police have confiscated 20 tons of hashish hidden inside boxes of green peppers in refrigerated trucks arriving from Morocco. The operation was conducted in collaboration with Morocco's General Directorate for National Security (DGSN) and under the supervision of the drug authorities. read more

From January to September 2025, Ecuador exported 285.05 million boxes of bananas, which marks a 3.51% increase compared to the same period in 2024, as reported by the Statistics Coordination Office of Acorbanec. The European Union continued to be the primary destination, representing 30.9% of the exports, followed by Russia. read more

When a new greenhouse was built in the United Kingdom earlier this October, the construction team made great use of the latest techniques for installing screen cloths, along with a detailed manual and instructional videos. It's the very first project in the UK to use ValkScreenVision 2.0, a cutting-edge technology for greenhouse screen installations. read more

According to analysts at EastFruit, after a long period of stagnation in the carrot market in Ukraine since the beginning of autumn, producer prices for this root crop have started to rise. read more

Avocado and tomato, two leading crops in the Spanish horticultural system but with opposing trends, as highlighted by the analysis from Valenciafruits.com. On one hand, avocados are experiencing a productive growth phase, thanks to the return of rain and the expansion of cultivated areas; read more

The German soil and substrate producer Ziegler Erden has officially opened a new production facility for professional horticultural substrates in Talsi, Latvia. The family-owned company invested around €5 million in its subsidiary ZIBU Ventspils SIA. The facility was completed in just five months. read more

Import of fruits and vegetables to different regions of Russia has significantly increased in 2025, indicating both a diversification of supply sources and a high consumer demand for imported produce. In the Omsk region, imports from Egypt grew by 24% in the first nine months of the year, totaling 13,500 tons. read more

The Dole Food Company has announced a partnership with Minecraft to promote healthy eating and raise awareness about nutrition among families. The campaign will run from October 2025 to March 2026 and will be active in the United States, Canada, Germany, Italy, Greece, and the Netherlands. read more

Hungary: SPAR invests over €14 million in store modernisation

SPAR Hungary has dedicated over €14 million to modernize stores across the country. The revamped supermarket in Nyíregyháza has introduced the SPAR toGo concept, with new refrigeration units and improved fruit, vegetable, and... read more