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The James Hutton Institute will continue its efforts to protect Britain's potato crop against late blight with the help of additional funding. The institute secured new funding from a consortium of industry partners to support its monitoring and testing activities. read more

For the last 60 years, David Austin Roses has been naming new varieties after historical British figures every year – from Queen Elizabeth II to Emily Brontë. This year, a rose has been named after Emma Bridgewater – a designer whose iconic mugs and teapots have become a hallmark of the modern country. read more

Badania przeprowadzone przez Uniwersytet Wageningen oraz Uniwersytet w Leiden wykazały, że opracowano biologiczną barierę chroniącą rośliny przed chorobami i szkodnikami. Chodzi o lepki substancję, która jest rozpylana na liście, do której przylegają szkodniki. Badacze mają nadzieję, że ten klej dla owadów pomoże w read more

Starting from July 1st, supermarkets in France are required to display a notice alerting customers to any decrease in the weight or volume of their products, a tactic commonly referred to as shrinkflation. This regulation, outlined in a newly released government decree, aims to bring transparency to hidden price hikes resulting from product modifications. read more

Omer-Decugis & Cie, an international group specializing in fresh and exotic fruits and vegetables, has released its revenue figures for the first half of 2023/24 (1 October 2023 to 31 March 2024) and the second quarter of 2023/24 (1 January to 31 March 2024). In Q2 2023/24, Omer-Decugis & Cie reported revenue of €57.7 million, representing a 13.7% increase (including read more

In the continuous fight against invasive leaf-dwelling thrips species, Biobest is introducing the Vespiformis-System. This system includes Franklinothrips vespiformis, a predatory thrips that actively hunts for prey on the leaves, enhancing control methods. This poses a challenge to invasive leaf-dwelling thrips. read more

The 2023/2024 Spanish grapefruit campaign is now in its final stretch, lasting over two weeks longer than the previous season due to slow sales. Production in Spain has increased again this year and is expected to continue growing in the coming years, based on planted area figures. read more

Scotland is leading the way in organic farming, with growth stagnating in the rest of the UK, according to new government figures. read more

Over a thousand inspections have been carried out by monitoring teams on the front line of the fight against locusts in the mid Tirso Valley, in central Sardinia, of which 642 reported the presence of locusts, followed by 361 disinfection interventions. read more

WAPA, the World Apple and Pear Association, released the apple and pear stock figures for April 1, 2024. The data reveals that in Europe, apple stocks increased by 0.3% compared to 2023, reaching -674,616 tons, while pear stocks saw a significant increase of 16.3% to reach 135,589 tons. In the USA, apple stocks... read more

In Poland, after an unusually warm period, owners of orchards and vineyards have started lighting bonfires to lessen the effects of a sudden cold snap on their crops. The earlier warm weather, with temperatures exceeding 25°C, caused plants to bloom prematurely, making them susceptible to... read more

A 2,000 acre (800 ha) onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Situated in the heart of California's Imperial Valley lies Jack Brothers Farm, a legacy spanning over a century, rooted in a commitment to innovation and…

A 2,000-acre onion and lettuce farm in California, Jack Bros, pioneers drip tape configuration, germination, and disease reduction. Located in the heart of California's Imperial Valley, Jack Brothers Farm is a legacy that has lasted over a century, founded on a dedication to innovation and... read more

The data from the Valenciaport Statistical Bulletin for March shows that the port handled almost 7 million tonnes of cargo, representing a 3.84% increase. Container handling reached 459,749 TEUs, showing a growth of 15.86%. Year-to-date figures indicate that a total of 19.2 million tonnes of cargo were handled, reflecting a 5.41% increase. read more

The EastFruitanalysts have reported a gradual decrease in carrot prices in Ukraine. Currently, the market is pricing carrots between 8 to 10 UAH/kg, which is equivalent to only 20 cents USD based on the latest exchange rates. This pricing is similar to the figures seen in 2020. read more

The main presentations will be "Evolution of potato cultivation and consumption in Spain and Europe", "Potato insurance: modules, coverage, and key figures", and "Challenges for the horticultural and potato sector in the face of regulatory framework". read more

On April 18th, Assomela, the Italian Association of Apple Producers, hosted Dr. Roberto Tomasello, General Director of COPRAS (General Directorate for the Fight against Unfair Commercial Practices and Sanctioning Procedures), and Attorney Marina Fiori, Technical Secretary. read more

In the U.S., 47 percent of the workforce is women, a number that has surged by 114% over the last two decades; however, within the green industry, this figure drops to just 9 percent. While there has been notable progress, there is room for encouraging more women to enter the industry and boost their representation. read more

German avocado imports have increased by 402 percent over the past decade, from 31,400 tonnes in 2013 to 157,800 tonnes last year. These figures, released by the Federal Statistics Office (Destatis) and reported by EFE, indicate that the value of avocado imports has also risen from €68.3m in 2013 to €484m in 2023. read more

"We need a model of regenerative, circular consumption based on fair pricing rather than the lowest price: cooperative world, sustainable finance, and large distribution must work together," stated Stanislao Fabbrino, president and CEO of Fruttagelin. read more

Całkowita przeładunku ładunków na Porcie w Antwerpii-Brugii wyniosła 70,4 mln ton w pierwszym kwartale 2024 roku, co oznacza wzrost o 2,4 procent w porównaniu z tym samym okresem ubiegłego roku. read more