This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have reported a noticeable increase in prices in the Ukrainian greenhouse cucumber market. The rise in prices is attributed to steady demand despite limited supply. In the past week, the volume of cucumber harvests in local greenhouse complexes has... read more

Highly perishable fresh produce categories have been negatively affected by the Middle East conflict, as airfreight capacity has been reduced. read more

The Australian avocado industry has introduced a pioneering trial of a retail ripeness scanner, a first in Australia, to assist in the growth of domestic demand. This initiative aims to address common frustrations for growers, consumers, and retailers. The Avocado Retail Ripeness Scanner enables users to confidently select avocados at their preferred ripeness level. read more

The Senegalese watermelon season began a few weeks ago, with lower yields than expected and a generally reduced supply in the European market due to the impact of weather conditions in South America. The Spanish season is also set to start in a few weeks. read more

Container Centralen (CC), a Denmark-based provider of reusable load carriers for the European ornamental horticulture industry, has appointed Nanne van der Burg as Chief Operating Officer (COO) starting from March 1, 2026. Gertjan Hakkers will also be joining the company as Chief Commercial Officer. read more

In about three weeks, the first early onion harvests will begin in southern Spain, where the crops have generally recovered after the squalls at the start of February. However, the sector is still monitoring the upcoming weather, particularly the rainfall forecast for the coming days. read more

Rockit is preparing to introduce its new season fruit to global markets, featuring a combination of vibrant color, sweetness, and crispness that are characteristic of the snack-sized apple brand. The initial batches of New Zealand fruit have been delivered to China, with other international markets scheduled to receive shipments soon. read more

Po ostatnich opadach deszczu w rejonie Sunraysia, które dostarczyły ponad dwie trzecie rocznej sumy opadów w ciągu zaledwie 48 godzin, Agriculture Victoria prosi plantatorów o zgłaszanie strat i szkód swojej grupie branżowej, aby pełny wpływ zdarzenia mógł być zrozumiany. Migdały, winogrona i melony... read more

The war in the Middle East is having a significant impact on the exports of certain specialty crops from California, especially nuts. Pistachios, walnuts, and almonds are some of the state's key agricultural export commodities and are increasingly being sent to the Middle East. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture announced on Friday that Taiwan has obtained NT$750 million (US$23.46 million) in orchid export orders at the Taiwan International Orchid Show in Tainan, representing a 3% increase compared to last year. According to CNA, over 300,000 people attended the exhibition. At the event, 32 buyers from... read more

The increase in turmoil in the Middle East, which began with the U.S. and Israeli military actions in Iran at the end of February, is causing disruptions to regional trade flows. The transit through the Strait of Hormuz continues to be a crucial factor. In addition to disruptions in oil, gas, and freight transportation, the closure of the strait is also impacting. read more

Yogesh Rathod, Director at Nova Fresco in Navi Mumbai, mentioned that the kiwi market in India is currently under pressure due to limited supply, with importers eagerly anticipating fresh shipments. He added that the global kiwi market is experiencing a shortage, leading to fluctuating prices. Their consignments are expected to arrive soon. read more

The Moroccan avocado export campaign has come to an end, marking the conclusion of an "exceptional and very tough" season, according to Abdellah El Yamlahi, president of the Moroccan Avocado Association. Following the 2024/2025 season, when production and export volumes reached an all-time high. read more

Kenya's fresh produce sector, which is a significant source of rural livelihoods and foreign exchange, is currently experiencing challenges in exporting to the European Union (EU). This is due to compliance requirements, post-harvest inefficiencies, and regulatory changes impacting market access. The EU has imposed stricter pesticide regulations, which are contributing to these difficulties. read more

A lab at the University of Georgia has developed a method of identifying the source of garlic by using microbiota and machine learning to combat food fraud. Led by Xiangyu Deng, a professor at the UGA Center for Food Safety, researchers studied the microbiota, which refers to the community of small living organisms. read more

The Donnalia Company of the Di Pasquale family, a well-established reality in the Sicilian fruit and vegetable sector, has made it onto the list of "Southern Stars 2026" compiled by Il Sole 24 Ore in collaboration with Statista. The company has been recognized among the 200 businesses in the South of Italy with the read more

Amit Chopade, CEO of Indian fresh produce exporter Chopde Farms and Exports, states that there are fewer Indian grapes available for export this season. "This year's grape harvest is smaller than it was in the previous season. I expect it to be lower by around 40 per cent," he said. read more

Jedna sezon winogron nie jest taka sama jak inna, a aktualna sytuacja na rynku jasno to ilustruje. "Jesteśmy na rynku z indyjskimi winogronami od trzech tygodni, ale ogólna podaż jest o 50% niższa" - mówi Lucien de Wit z LuBa Fresh. "Jednocześnie, częściowo z powodu dopłat, read more

"The new international tensions with the opening of the conflict in Iran will inevitably have repercussions on the agri-food supply chains, but this does not mean that this will automatically result in price increases. Certainly not with immediate effect," says Ernesto Dalle Rive. read more

One out of every five agricultural entrepreneurs in the Netherlands frequently or constantly worries about the financial future and continuity of their business. This information comes from a member survey conducted by the Dutch agricultural organization LTO Noord among over a thousand farmers. read more