France bans plastic packaging per July 1, 2023
From July 1, 2023, a new decree banning selling unprocessed fruit and vegetables in plastic packages comes into force in France. So reports the Dutch Agroberichten Buitenland. This new regulation

Egyptian soft fruit nurseries interested in the Moroccan market
The weather disruptions in Morocco have had a severe impact on the soft fruit sector, raising concerns among industry professionals about the supply of suitable, resistant plants. The issue is of

Spain: Fruit Attraction 2023 has already exceeded last year's total occupancy
Three and a half months before the start of Fruit Attraction, which celebrates its 15th anniversary from 3 to 5 October 2023, and in full marketing phase, the fair has already exceeded the total

Belgium: Colruyt sells Flemish Charentais melons from the greenhouse
The Belgian Colruyt Group no longer wants to source its Charentais melons from France, according to a report by vilt.be, but is starting a trial this year with the fruit from a Flemish greenhouse.

Brazilian producer extends melon season to offer 12 months supply to Europe
Agricola Famosa, the world’s largest melon and watermelon grower and exporter from Brazil, will now have a guaranteed 12 month supply of melons to Europe. The company is also set to increase