Tri-Cities Flower Farm is in a rush to sell thousands of trees, flowers, and houseplants after being forced to move from its long-time location near Columbia Center to make room for a gas station. Owner Tom Kay, who is feeling bitter about losing his lease, commented, "Kennewick needs another gas station." read more

Talented teams of garden designers, landscapers, and college students have received high praise from BBC Gardeners' World presenter Adam Frost for their imaginative show gardens at the BBC Gardeners' World Spring Fair. Tens of thousands of visitors are expected at the Spring Fair at Beaulieu. read more

"In April 2026, we have observed a 20% increase in the Mexican mango season compared to 2025 and 2024," says Yamil Gómez Cid, general manager of Mangos Mexico, who cautions that this growth could be impacted by climatic factors in the upcoming months. The current season is predominantly ongoing in the southern region. read more

Van der Ende Group is taking the next step in its international growth strategy with the appointment of a Country Director in Mexico. The organization has been active in Mexico for some time through projects and collaborations with installers and partners. With the appointment of a local Country Director, they aim to strengthen their presence and operations in the Mexican market. read more

Exports of apples from Moldova decreased in April 2026, which is unusual for that time of year. The export volume was 10.2 thousand tons, a decrease from 10.8 thousand tons in March. March shipments were also lower than the five-year average for that month. The Association Moldova Fruct, referring to customs data, reported these findings. read more

Dwie nowe odmiany wiśni zostały wprowadzone w dolinie Okanagan w Kanadzie, opracowane przez program hodowli słodkich wiśni w ramach programu Rolnictwa i Żywności Kanady w Summerland. Wiśnie Sansia i Safirah będą sprzedawane i promowane przez World Fresh Exports z siedzibą w Lake Country, BC. Sansia i Safirah to read more

Banana production in South-East Asia and other regions continues to face pressure from Fusarium Wilt, also known as Tropical Race 4 (TR4). The soil-borne pathogen affects plantations in countries including Indonesia, the Philippines, and regions across Africa and South America. Growers are read more

Each spring, the Netherlands hosts the Dutch Spring Trials, also known as the Pack Trials, where seven plant breeders open their facilities to share trial results with customers. Visitors mainly come from other European countries, but growers and buyers from Asia and North America also attend. read more

The nut market is going through a phase of marked deflation. The price of shelled US walnuts delivered to Europe at the beginning of the year has dropped by 13%, reaching the lowest point since 2024. read more

In the fruit and vegetable sector, where water availability is a crucial factor for production, the search for underground water remains one of the most significant challenges. Mistakes in assessment can lead to unnecessary drilling and economic losses amounting to tens of thousands of euros. read more

A report by the Food Foundation suggests that approximately 8.25 million people in the UK have either used, are using, or are thinking about using GLP-1 weight loss medications, putting a significant strain on the NHS's capacity to meet this demand. read more

"Peruwiańskie eksport asparagusa zmniejszył się o 4% w ostatnich latach. Chociaż w 2025 roku odnotowano niewielki wzrost, wolumen pozostaje nawet o 15% poniżej poziomu z 2021 roku" - powiedział Franco Acaiturry, menedżer kategorii asparagus w świeżej dywizji Danper. Dotychczas w 2026 roku wyniki pozostają stabilne. read more

Rising production costs, water scarcity, and the necessity to enhance yields are driving a period of transformation in the asparagus market in Mexico. Consequently, hybrid seeds, especially 100% male varieties, are gaining popularity over traditional open-pollinated types. read more

Bloomin' Easy Plants, Inc. has partnered with Pacific Plug & Liner (PP&L) to enhance the availability of Bloomin' Easy perennials across North America. PP&L is renowned as a leading supplier of perennial inputs and is enthusiastic about collaborating to introduce superior genetics to the market through this partnership. read more

The President of the Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA), Ron Lemaire, delivered a clear and confident message yesterday morning at the Association's 2026 Annual Convention: Canada's fresh produce sector is facing real pressure, but it is not breaking. Addressing industry leaders from... read more

This month, FreshPlaza will be focusing on North America in its Special edition. Are you a grower, exporter, or importer of produce in or to North America? We would love to hear from you. You can send us some information, or we can give you a call for an interview. You can contact us at marieke@freshplaza.com. read more

Rząd Białorusi ustalił zaplanowane ilości zbiorów owoców i warzyw do funduszy stabilizacyjnych na sezon zimowy 2026/2027. Fundusze te służą do regulowania cen i zapewnienia dostaw detalicznych, gdy krajowe zapasy są wyczerpane lub nowe ilości zbiorów nie są jeszcze wystarczające. read more

The asparagus markets are currently undergoing a period of transition, as supply dynamics change in key producing regions. In Europe, increasing volumes are putting pressure on prices, whereas in North America, limited supply is leading to higher spot rates. In the Southern Hemisphere and in export-focused markets, the situation is... read more

Jingold, a global kiwifruit specialist based in Cesena (FC) with a network of around a thousand producers worldwide, closes the commercial campaign of the northern hemisphere with a result that marks a key milestone in its development path. The company - now a brand with the highest number of varieties. read more

At the Opening Ceremony of the 9th World Garden Show in Haining, China on April 28, Hongyue, a company in China's home gardening industry, signed exclusive strategic partnership agreements with Harkness Roses (UK) and J. Berry Nursery (USA) in Hangzhou. This collaboration represents a significant milestone in the industry. read more