Peppers
All the news and market analysis for worldwide peppers Industry, including peppers growers, peppers production, and the import and export of peppers.
Syngenta returns with Future of Veg field days
Syngenta Vegetable Seeds will host simultaneous field days in Woodland, California and Plainfield, Wisconsin on 11-13 August
Flavorite Group wins MOYA 2026 for Maddie’s Month campaign
Australasia’s premier fresh produce marketing award presented to purpose-led campaign which raised money for charity and drove sales
Skytree to supply Dutch greenhouses with ‘atmospheric’ carbon dioxide
Direct capture system could offer viable alternative to greenhouse CO₂ traditionally sourced using fossil fuels
Delphy appoints Edwin van Lenthe as Netherlands managing director
New MD brings extensive experience from Rijk Zwaan, Floricultura, and Heineken to lead consultancy’s Dutch operation
Robots in line to lend producers and packers a helping hand
One of Europe’s leading robotics experts explains how automation can help keep fresh produce supply chains alive
Fruit drives growth in Spain’s fresh produce imports
Spain’s fresh fruit and vegetable imports totalled 1.2mn tonnes in Q1 2025, representing a 4 per cent volume increase
Spanish fruit exports decline 4.5 per cent in Q1 2026
Citrus and strawberries led the decline in fruit exports during Q1, with storms in Huelva affecting production, while vegetables performed strongly
Mexico’s new Japanese milestone
First shipment of bell peppers is exported following years of negotiations
The Greenery launches five-year growth strategy
Following year of adjustment and investment, Dutch group focuses on expanded production and new economies of scale
Semillas Fitó expands pepper offer for Almerian growers
Breeder develops new generation of peppers with greater resistance, quality, and post-harvest life
Biotalys achieves Florida registration for Evoca
Biofungicide helps control diseases like Botrytis and powdery mildew in fruits and vegetables such as strawberries, tomatoes and bell peppers
Spanish fresh produce exports fall 4 per cent in January-February
Export volumes declined in the January-February period, with vegetables down 3 per cent and fruit falling 6 per cent
Hazera Seeds offers pepper market perspective
Federico Puyó, product manager cucumber and pepper at Hazera Seeds, discusses the important trends and traits driving the business
Rijk Zwaan highlights need for balance in pepper business
Cconsumer preferences must align with grower requirements for disease resistance, climate resilience and strong returns on investment
Fear of price rises and shortages without action
Price increases and potential shortages loom if the government and retailers don’t provide support, UK vegetable growers warn
Keep ‘em peeled: a round-up of April Fools’ day produce pranks
Dole, Eosta, Florette, Del Monte and a whole bunch of Dutch companies put some serious effort into this year’s silliness
Glasshouse growers warn MPs of dire consequences of standing charge hike
Tomato, cucumber and pepper groups say British self-sufficiency will take a hit without action
Spanish fresh produce exports decline 8.5 per cent in January
Citrus, particularly oranges and mandarins, drove the decrease, while persimmon exports showed strong growth
Bulgaria eyes Europe’s winter supply gap
Producers secured new contracts and direct retail deals at Fruit Logistica, but structural challenges could undermine sector’s hard-won momentum
Growers United partners with TerraChange on transparent solar panels
Dutch cooperative and UK startup sign letter of intent at Fruit Logistica to explore organic solar panel technology
Job of the Week: Sales and marketing manager at Tangmere Airfield Nurseries
Role combines sales development, supplier negotiation, and customer relationship management as West Sussex pepper producer pursues new business opportunities
Comment: Greenhouse tech is often ‘too costly to scale’
Technological complexity and high costs will continue to restrict growth of covered production, especially in the US, says Kubo CEO
The Philippines invests in climate protection for vegetable growers
The US$5.12mn programme aims to stabilise the production of tomatoes, chili, and capsicums through the set up of structures like greenhouses, rain shelters, drip irrigation, and water-impounding systems
Rijk Zwaan unveils veggie vending machine
Seed breeder wants to encourage ‘more moments and new eating habits’ to help stimulate fruit and veg consumption
Alegra Group achieves impressive growth as premium strategy pays off
Italian supplier reports big rise in sales, with double-digit growth across key categories including kiwifruit, stonefruit, and pears
Morocco’s fresh produce, fast and reliable across the sea
Morocco’s growers and exporters now have a new way to reach the UK and Northern Europe. Tomatoes, blueberries and other high-value fruits and vegetables can travel faster, fresher and more reliably thanks to the new DP World Atlas short-sea reefer service.
Fruit Logistica 2026: New Product Showcases celebrates its premiere
Fruit Logistica launches new innovation format: Eleven new products from the fresh produce, machinery and technology, and logistics segments
Higher food prices ‘inevitable’ over energy cost hikes, growers warn
Salad veg growers point to ‘cliff edge’ of 1 April date when electricity standing charges increase
Rijk Zwaan's R&D investment reaps the rewards
Innovative cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes, peppers and more will be championed by Rijk Zwaan in Berlin, as the group continues to prioritise R&D investment
Spanish fresh produce exports fell 3 per cent in January-November
Fresh fruit and vegetables totalled 10.6mn tonnes from January to November 2025, down 3 per cent year-on-year
BelOrta weathers commercial storm as climate warms and consumption cools
Belgian cooperative launches major branding campaign and opens new sales facility as it looks to reverse recent decline in sales
Rijk Zwaan showcases innovative varieties at Fruit Logistica
The Dutch breeding company will showcase its Nasonovia Defense lettuce, Blue Leaf cucumbers and health-focused varieties in Berlin
Hazera and HM Clause present produce innovations
Limagrain Group companies to showcase innovative tomato, watermelon, broccoli and pepper varieties at Fruit Logistica
Finalists revealed for Fruit Logistica Innovation Awards 2026
Nominees for Fruit Logistica Innovation Awards 2026 have been announced, with five nominees each in Fresh Produce and Technology categories
Semillas Fitó expands pepper and melon catalogue
Company prepares to launch two new varieties of California peppers and new melon offerings
BASF-Nunhems to acquire Noble Seeds
The acquisition of the New Delhi-based company will enable BASF-Nunhems to become a market leader in India’s vegetable seed sector