Figs

The 18th edition of Asia Fruit Logistica began on Wednesday, September 3rd at AsiaWorld-Expo in Hong Kong. Over three days, until September 5th, professionals from the international fruit and vegetable industry will have the opportunity to network, discover new trends, and explore potential business opportunities. read more

Dental caries is one of the most common oral diseases worldwide. More than 60% of schoolchildren in developing countries suffer from cavities, and most people are expected to experience them at some point in life. The disease is caused by bacteria in the mouth, primarily Streptococcus mutans. read more

This is evident from the structural data on the food trade, which are published together with many other key figures on the German retail sector in the statistical compendium "EHI Retail Data Report 2025". read more

For nearly 15 years, cherry growers in the Pyrénées-Orientales department of France have been fighting against Drosophila suzukii (the Asian fruit fly), which was accidentally introduced to Europe from South Asia. The larvae of this pest often cause extensive damage to orchards, sometimes completely destroying entire harvests. This is made more challenging by the fact that effective control measures are still being sought. read more

Michael Perry, also known as Mr. Plant Geek, has become a highly influential figure in the gardening and plant communication world on an international scale. Recognized as one of the "20 most influential horticulturists" by The Sunday Times, he has dedicated years to bridging the gap between the plant world and new audiences through his work. read more

The fig harvest in the main cultivation area of Markopoulo, Attica, near Athens, began at the end of July. Fortunately, the crops were not affected by the recent large wildfires that burned in the area. Both the agricultural and commercial developments are positive. read more

The Gross Value Added (GVA) of agriculture in the Algarve reached €811 million (US$880 million) in 2023, representing 4% of the region's GVA. Nationally, agriculture accounts for 2.4%, meaning the Algarve's sector is 46% above the national average. These figures were presented at the launch of. read more

"The 2025 harvest has got off to a flying start," says Cyril Kointz, Technical and Project Manager for the Syndicat d'Appellation and Quality Manager of the Copsolfruit cooperative, a producer organization with 70 members. This year's fig season started earlier than usual and promises to be. read more

Organto Foods Inc., based in Toronto and Breda, Canada, has released its financial results for the three and six-month periods ending on June 30, 2025. All figures are in Canadian dollars. In the second quarter, sales reached US$12.6 million (C$17.2 million), representing a 291% increase. read more

The Italian pear cultivation sector is facing an unprecedented challenge: a drastic decline in production over the last ten years. Figures show a clear reduction in cultivated hectares, down from 32,000 to 17,000, as well as a significant decrease in tons produced, down from 440,000 to only read more

Rozpoczął się ostatni etap sezonu hiszpańskich owoców pestkowych. "Kontynuujemy z paraguayos do 14 września, platerinas do 23 września, a brzoskwinie i nektarynki do 4 października" - mówi Wilko van der Zwaard z firmy Wilko Fruit. Ogląda sezon z satysfakcją. Gaudias, owoce read more

Two intense heat waves in June and August resulted in significant losses for Moroccan avocado producers this summer. Estimates of the losses vary, with producer representatives reporting substantial volumes, up to 80,000 tons, representing half of the expected volumes for the season. However, exporters... read more

Key figures on Europe - 2025 edition, published in July, provides an overview of recent developments in the EU, covering topics from people and society to economy, business, environment, and natural resources. Today, the focus is on the transport sector, highlighting the busiest short sea routes. read more

Opuncja figowa to owoc, który zazwyczaj jest zbierany latem, ale są także firmy, takie jak Don Chumbito, w hiszpańskiej regionie Murcja, które potrafią go pozyskać także w pozostałej części roku i rozszerzą swoje dostawy, aby zaspokoić popyt rynku. "Wyróżniamy się produkcją" read more

In Italian fields, there is a new natural predator that could help farmers in the fight against aphids, fruit flies, and leafhoppers: it is called Zelus renardii, better known as the "assassin bug". A name that inspires fear, but behind it hides a potential. read more

The annual forecast for Aomori apple production in Aomori Prefecture is officially announced every August. However, in recent years, there has been a noticeable discrepancy between the forecasted figures and the actual harvest numbers. One possible reason for this inconsistency could be the timing of the survey. read more

The USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) recently published trade data for June 2025, showing that U.S. pistachio exports amounted to 27.7 thousand metric tons (mt) for that month. This figure was 1.4 thousand mt lower than in May 2025 (-6%), 2.2 thousand mt higher than in June 2024 (+11%), and 1.7 thousand mt greater than the five-year average… read more

At Noada Holding, the Turkish fig season is in full swing. "Harvesting started in the second week of July in the Aydın region. In the second week of August, the season began in Bursa. The quality is significantly better, but the quantity is still limited, so prices are high," says Cem read more

Fig trees are one of the most resilient when it comes to surviving drought and extreme heat. However, figs are also one of the most perishable fruits, requiring careful handling during harvesting and transportation. Developing new varieties that combine all the necessary characteristics demanded by the market is crucial. read more

According to the Federal Research Center, around 99% of seed potatoes in the Novosibirsk region are infected with viral diseases. This figure is significantly higher compared to neighboring regions like Kemerovo (Kuzbass) and Altai Krai, where infection rates are around 52-54%. read more