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The Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom from Bransford Webbs Plant Company has been awarded Best in Show at the New Plant Awards, sponsored by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), during this year's HTA National Plant Show on June 19 and 20 at the NAEC, Stoneleigh. The Bransford Webbs Plant Company... read more

Prognosfruit, the leading annual event for the apple and pear sector, will take place in Budapest, Hungary, from August 7th to 9th, 2024. Prognosfruit 2024 is organized by WAPA in collaboration with FruitVeB (Magyar Zöldség-Gyümölcs Szakmaközi Szervezet). Registrations are now open on the website. read more

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has initiated measures against corruption and unlawful practices in India's agricultural horticulture sector, a step applauded by the farming community. Farmers are now urging the CBI to also look into the unauthorized import of apples and other products. read more

The Digitalis purpurea Apple Blossom from Bransford Webbs Plant Company has been awarded Best in Show at the New Plant Awards, sponsored by the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS), during this year's HTA National Plant Show on June 19 and 20 at the NAEC, Stoneleigh. read more

The researchers at the National Robotarium, as reported by reefertrends, will verify the AI predictions based on the actual peach harvest in September 2024. If the approach proves to be effective, it could also be adapted for other important crops such as apples, pears, and cherries. read more

Like last year, the frequently changeable and cool weather during the blooming period severely affected fruit set. In addition, there were spring frosts in the second half of April, particularly affecting regions north of the Alps, including Poland, East Germany, and. read more

The Washington Apple Commission (WAC) has announced the appointment of its new president, Michael Schadler. Schadler, who previously served as the executive vice president for the Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE), the Florida Tomato Growers Exchange (FTGE), and the Florida Tomato Committee (FTC), will succeed his predecessor, Todd. read more

The Prognosfruit Conference is Europe's premier annual event for the apple and pear industry, bringing together growers from all over Europe and beyond. After a successful edition in Trentino last year, Prognosfruit 2024 will be held in Budapest, Hungary, from August 7th to 9th, 2024. read more

When the challenge is to grow in the hearts of the Spanish audience, the response is full of energy: "Yes You Kanzi®". The outcome of the commercial season of Kanzi® that is about to end is very positive. read more

Imports of fresh apples to India have increased by over 70 percent during the first 9 months of the marketing year 2023/24 (July 2023 – June 2024) in comparison to the same period last year. It is projected that the imports will reach a record high of 510,000 metric tons. The rise in apple consumption in India is attributed to the continuous growth of the population. read more

Is it possible to meet new people while grocery shopping at the supermarket? Some say yes, but how can you distinguish between those who entered the store just to buy what is missing in their pantry or fridge from those who are there for a different purpose? It's simple, read more

The Washington Apple Commission (WAC) has announced Michael Schadler as their new president. Schadler, who currently serves as the Executive Vice President for the Florida Tomato Exchange (FTE), the Florida Tomato Growers Exchange (FTGE), and the Florida Tomato Committee (FTC), will be taking over from Todd Fryhover, the previous president. read more

In a significant development in the bio-based materials sector, researchers from Mahidol University in Thailand have innovated a method to produce leather using pineapple leaf fibers. This new material not only replicates the properties of real leather but also outperforms it. read more

In 2024, Moldova started actively exporting fresh apples to one of the most attractive fresh apple markets in the world - India. In 2023, despite a relatively low yield of apples, Moldova faced challenges in selling its stocks as Russia had banned imports of fruits and other food items from the country. read more

On the occasion of the European Football Championship, Esselunga launches a new commercial, the first as the official partner of the Italian national football teams. read more

On the occasion of the release of Inside Out 2, Del Monte partners with Walt Disney Pixar by customizing the labels of its main fresh fruit products, from pineapples to bananas, kiwis, and berries. Through a tailored communication campaign, they create the slogan "la read more

The captivating deep red color initially caught the attention of Alexander Gibson from Doornkraal Agri in the Witzenberg Valley near Ceres to the South African Bigbucks apple variety. "The price potential, especially in the Eastern markets, and pack-out rates were equally appealing, and today I can say that." read more

Stavropol Krai in Russia has achieved self-sufficiency in apple production, with enough harvests to supply other regions, Governor Vladimir Vladimirov announced. "Every third apple on the shelves of Russian retail chains is from Stavropol," he stated. However, residents of Stavropol may still face challenges in accessing affordable and diverse fruits due to the focus on apple production. read more

Armenia has increased its exports of apples and apricots to Russia in 2024. From January 1 to June 10, 2024, the export of fruits from Armenia to Russia has grown 2.1 times year-on-year, as stated by Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan during a press conference. read more

Według analityków EastFruit, w 2024 roku Mołdawia rozpoczęła aktywne eksportowanie świeżych jabłek na jeden z najatrakcyjniejszych rynków świeżych jabłek na świecie - rynek Indii. Pomimo stosunkowo niskiego zbioru jabłek w 2023 roku, Mołdawia miała problemy z zbyciem swoich zapasów, ponieważ Rosja zakazała importu. read more