Peppers
All the news and market analysis for worldwide peppers Industry, including peppers growers, peppers production, and the import and export of peppers.
Finnish greenhouse veg sector in fine form, says Delphy
Dutch group reports back from Närpes, where growers have reportedly adapted well to new production challenges
Delphy upgrades and expands its QMS Tomato tool
Growers can now access even better insights thanks to the new version’s fast and efficient data management, says developer
Post-Brexit checks hit UK salad veg supply
Next season British salad crops at risk from post-Brexit seed and plant border controls, growers warn
Belgian apple and pear suppliers agree merger plan
Devos and Wouters to form one of Europe’s largest fruit companies when they combine their trading divisions in August 2025
Australia releases National Response Plan to eradicate ToBRFV
Plan follows detection of the virus on a fresh tomato property located in the Northern Adelaide Plains in August
Tatayoyo wins award in Romania
Rijk Zwaan’s snack-sized pepper, the 2023 FLIA winner, has landed a best product prize in Romania
Fruit and vegetable export growth for Spain
January-September exports climb 9 per cent in volume and 5 per cent in value, according to data processed by Fepex
Morocco cements position as leading supplier to Spain
In the first half of 2024, Morocco accounted for 24 per cent of Spanish fresh fruit and vegetable imports and now supplies more than 90 per cent of Spain’s bell pepper imports
Moroccan sweet peppers aim for export record
The country’s formidable rise is well known when it comes to tomatoes, but Moroccan suppliers of sweet peppers have also seen exports increase significantly across Europe
Janine Luten to step down as head of GroentenFruit Huis
Dutch trade association reveals director of public affairs Richard Schouten will take over as its new general manager
South Australia opens first ToBRFV testing facility
Testing is required as part of biosecurity measures for tomato export into Western Australia
Rijk Zwaan builds new seed production centre near Melbourne
Van der Hoeven oversees construction of facility, which is set to incorporate traditional and semi-closed greenhouse technologies
Dole launches organics range in Ireland
Company says it wants to give organic fruit and vegetables broader appeal and bring them into the mainstream market
Russia bans fruit and veg from Kazakhstan
Decision to impose ‘temporary restrictions’ supposedly based on phytosanitary concerns, but comes amid tension over BRICS membership
Dutch veg growers aim to be chemical-free by 2026
Growers United, Harvest House, Oxin Growers, The Greenery, and Zon oversee trial projects to explore alternative production methods
Dutch consultancy Delphy sold to Royal Peterson Control Union
Specialist in food and flowers, which plays a key role in the fresh produce industry, to become part of Peterson Projects and Solutions
New report encourages North African exporters to look east
Fresh produce suppliers in Morocco and Egypt may find more opportunity to grow sales in eastern Europe, says report
Belgian Conference pear primed for growth
With good quality expected this season, hopes are high for the Belgian Conference pear on Asian markets, with Thailand recently opening up, while airfreighted vegetables continue to find a place on the market
Tenderland vegetable brand launched in North America
Mexico-based SL Produce aims to build on recent expansion with introduction of new label highlighting responsible agriculture
Rijk Zwaan: room for sweet pepper growth in Asia
Vegetable seed company Rijk Zwaan hosted a sweet pepper seminar in Hong Kong at the start of September to discuss the “enormous” market potential in the region
Source.ag opens new US office to support North American growers
The company has launched its new office in the US state of Illinois and introduced a regional team to further boost support for its growers in the North American market
Positive results for Murcian pepper campaign
Favourable weather and R&D investments boost production and quality in 2024
Marcon Family Farms expands Bundaberg greenhouses with Red Grant
The sixth round of the Red Grant programme awarded 20 Queensland agribusinesses up to A$200,000
Statistics Handbook highlights growth in intra-Asia trade
Asiafruit Statistics Handbook 2024 underlines how China’s surging demand for tropical fruit is driving the intra-Asia trade
Carrefour sees veg sales rise after meal kit merchandising trial
Trial with Ghent University suggests placement of vegetable packs alongside plant-based protein and recipes can inspire more shoppers
Spain’s fresh produce exports rise in 2024
Fruit and vegetable exports increase in volume and value through January-July, while the country also imports more fresh produce
SBTi green-lights Kubo’s emission reduction plan
Dutch greenhouse firm takes major step forward as it seeks to cut direct and indirect gas emissions from its business
FAO warns of grave state of Gaza food production
With over half of cropland destroyed by the ongoing conflict with Israel, as well as a third of its greenhouses, Gaza faces massive food insecurity, according to the FAO
Line-up revealed for Rijk Zwaan sweet pepper seminar
The Dutch seed specialist is hosting a sweet pepper seminar on the eve of Asia Fruit Logistica in Hong Kong, with expert speakers set to share their valuable insights
Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit virus detected in South Australia
Growers urged to look out for signs of the virus to ensure early detection
Neatleaf Spyder sensors keep watch over plants
The Neatleaf Spyder aims to offer a comprehensive understanding of the cultivation environment in the greenhouse, collecting data across the canopy and directing the grower’s attention to where it is most needed
Fresh Energy Egypt collaborates with Greefa
Egyptian producer-exporter has purchased a series of advanced sorting and packaging machines from the Dutch company
Rijk Zwaan hosts sweet pepper seminar on eve of Asia Fruit Logistica
On 3 September, the day before Asia Fruit Logistica, breeder Rijk Zwaan is organising a seminar focused on sweet peppers in Hong Kong, as market potential grows in the region
Cooperatives BelOrta and The Greenery explore collaboration
The European cooperatives are aiming for optimal product availability, better value for growers and greater flexibility, with the establishment of a Union of Producer Organisations considered the first step
Fruitnet helps Flanders explore Norwegian market
Suppliers from the Belgian region have identified Norway as a major opportunity to sell more fresh produce including berries and pears
Koppert and Blue Radix win GreenTech Innovation and Concept awards
The winners of the GreenTech Awards were announced at the start of the Amsterdam exhibition, with Dutch firms Koppert and Blue Radix both successful