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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Orange Sector in Netherlands The Orange sector in the Netherlands is undergoing a rapid transformation in Q3 of 2025, and if you’re in the business of sourcing, distributing, or retailing anything orange-related—from beverages to apparel—you better be paying attention. Recent changes in EU agricultural policies, unexpected trade…

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Introduction – The Current State of Play: The Fruit Sector in Switzerland Switzerland’s fruit market in 2025 is anything but business as usual. Recent global and domestic developments are shaking the foundations of the industry, and if you’re sourcing or planning to source fruit from Switzerland, staying ahead of the curve is no longer…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Vegetables Sector in China China’s vegetables market is undergoing major shifts in July 2025, and if you’re involved in sourcing, trading, or distributing fresh produce, now’s the time to pay attention. Recent months have brought a storm of change—literally and figuratively. Unseasonal floods in central China have…

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🇧🇪 Introduction – Understanding Belgium’s Reputation for Quality Urea When you think of high-quality urea in Europe, Belgium should definitely be on your radar. Why? Because this small but mighty country has mastered the science and art of producing premium-grade urea that meets international agricultural and environmental standards. Belgium’s moderate climate, nutrient-rich soils, and…

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Introduction – Current State of Play: The Olive Oil Sector in Italy Italy’s olive oil industry is experiencing a whirlwind of change. From erratic weather patterns to ambitious government revitalization plans, 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year. The country—long revered as a global leader in premium olive oil—now finds itself confronting…

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Introduction – Belgium’s Cheese Market by the Numbers Let’s talk cheese—and not just any cheese, but Belgian cheese. Belgium might be better known for its chocolates and waffles, but the country is quietly climbing the ranks as a major cheese powerhouse. With a whopping 137,000 tonnes of cheese produced in 2024, Belgium marked a…