Regional agricultural fairs and seasonal harvests across Southeast Europe

Various regional agricultural and culinary festivals are taking place across Southeast Europe, highlighting local traditions and seasonal products.

In Croatia, the truffle season is in full swing. The collection of autumn black truffles has begun, while the highly valuable white truffle remains in peak season, particularly in Istria. Events such as the Zigante Truffle Days in Livade celebrate this industry through exhibitions and culinary workshops.

Other notable Croatian events include the 18th International Prosciutto Fair in Tinjan, which features an attempt to break a world record with 300 people simultaneously slicing prosciutto, and the Slavonian Banovac Fair in Pakrac. Additionally, the Paprikafest in Lug recently concluded its 17th edition, honoring top producers of sweet and hot paprika.

In Montenegro, Petnjica is preparing to host the 26th Regional and 7th International Agricultural Fair, showcasing products from across the region. Meanwhile, Serbian fruit and vegetable exporters are set to participate in the Fruit Attraction 2026 fair in Madrid, Spain, aiming to expand their presence in international markets.