"Delays in Europe and Spain's problems mean high demand for Belgian and Dutch strawberries"
In Belgium, Coöperatie Hoogstraten's strawberry production is currently switching between different cultivation systems. "It's nice that we've started again; the cultivation systems are merging

Price of fries set to go up in South Africa
Aiming to prevent further dumping on the South African Customs Union (Sacu) market, the International Trade Administration Commission (Itac) has introduced substantial import duties on imported

Private equity firms approached as potential buyers for My Hero chain of stores - sources
Belgium: Colruyt Ledeberg reopens on 10 May The Colruyt store in Ledeberg has been completely renewed, making it even easier for customers to do their shopping at the lowest prices. Customers will

“We want to develop in Europe”
Les Herbes du Roussillon was present for the first time at this year’s Macfrut event in Italy, a great opportunity for the French producer of aromatic herbs to increase its presence in Europe

"Sprout demand automatically rises as more parties are organized"
Now that the summer weather is nearing in Europe, the high season is also starting at Kiem-X in Belgium. "When the sun comes out, along come communion parties, weddings, and barbecues, and then

Belgium: Flemings prefer local products
When Belgians buy fresh food, they do so primarily on the basis of price and sensory perception. Half of Belgians also value the country of origin and prefer home-grown products. However, these do

Low onion supply drives prices
The current situation on the onion market is difficult. "Supplies from Belgium and the Netherlands are minimal, which makes trade difficult. There were supposed to be supplies from the new harvest

Low onion supply drives up prices
The current situation on the onion market is difficult. "Supplies from Belgium and the Netherlands are minimal, which makes trade difficult. There were supposed to be supplies from the new harvest

"Minimal onion supply causing high prices"
The current onion market situation is challenging. "The supply from Belgium and the Netherlands is minimal, which makes things hard. There was supposed to be a new harvest from Egypt, but that

Bigbucks owners issue warning on illegal tree exports
The owners of the Plant Breeder’s Rights (PBR) to Bigbucks and the brand Flash Gala have warned that exports of trees of the extremely popular Gala-type apple from Southern Europe to India will

GLOBAL MARKET OVERVIEW ORANGES
The global orange trade currently faces various challenges across the different markets. In the Netherlands, importers believe the cold weather in Northern Europe may be beneficial for citrus

Consumers bought fewer apples and pears in 2022
Consumers in Belgium spent an average of €127 on fruit last year, equivalent to 41 kg of fresh fruit. This is 6% less than in 2021 and 3% less than in 2019, according to data from the Flemish

"With The Potato Chef, we're entering a market with plenty of potential"
Regular European trade show visitors will undoubtedly have noticed The Potato Chef. The Belgian company De Aardappelhoeve is raising awareness of its processed potato products brand, and by now,

Relacje do poprawki !!
W dniach od 6 do 7 października w Boguchwale koło Rzeszowa odbyła się Jesienna Giełda Ogrodnicza. Organizatorem giełdy był Podkarpacki Ośrodek Doradztwa Rolniczego. Pokazano dorobek

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'Pepper market was divided among Spain, the Netherlands and Turkey'
The bell pepper market was divided among Spain, the Netherlands and Turkey. Dutch deliveries expanded of all colors, while Spanish goods continued to lose importance. Green as well as red peppers

Apple prices in Poland higher than in Belgium
The European Commission's report on sorted apple prices shows that Polish apple prices are not the lowest in the EU. We have higher prices than the Belgians but we are still far from the top

European Commission closes investigation into allegations of collusion between Casino and Intermarché
Belgium: Colruyt Zele reopens on Wednesday 19 April On Wednesday 19 April 2023, the Colruyt Lowest Prices store in Zele will reopen its doors. Store Manager Filip Van Buynder: "The renewed store

Local raspberries boost berry popularity in Belgium
Belgian cooperative BelOrta has announced the sale of the first locally grown raspberries of 2023, of the Kwanza variety, produced by Kwekerij De Koning of Etten-Leur and purchased by Ann De Rijck

Belgijska misja eksportowa do Wielkiej Brytanii
Bądźmy szczerzy, Brexit był dużym bólem głowy dla unijnych eksporterów świeżych produktów do Wielkiej Brytanii. Tak, import z UE był do tej pory dozwolony do przekroczenia granicy bez

Where next for Belgian horticultural research?
What are the main challenges facing vegetable growers in Belgium at the moment, and what are they coming to you for research on? Indoors it’s mainly Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) and

"Next week's sunny weather will really kick off Belgian strawberry season"
In Belgium, REO Veiling's strawberries are gradually making their way to market. With next week's sunny forecast, it seems local strawberries will finally appear on store shelves again. There has

Could Britain learn from Belgium's auction system?
In some ways, Belgium’s system for buying and selling fruit and vegetables seems a bit old-fashioned. But the recent scrutiny of British retailers’ fixed seasonal contracts for most fresh

Экспортная миссия Бельгии в Великобритании
Давайте будем честными, Brexit стал большой головной болью для экспортеров свежей продукции из ЕС в

CIV is becoming more and more international
CIV's latest strawberry innovations were presented at the North American Strawberry Symposium (NASS), held in San Louis Obispo, California/USA, from 7 to 10 March 2023. Mauro Grossi, President of