Melons

The Exceed mini watermelon has been nominated for the 2024 Fruit Logistica Innovation Award, marking a proud moment in the long-standing partnership between Staay Food Group and Hazera. The winner will be announced at Fruit Logistica in Berlin (7-9 February), where Staay will be present to
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Levantia Seed, a company headquartered in the Province of Rovigo in the heart of the Po Delta Park, specialising in a wide range of professional vegetable seeds including different varieties of pumpkin, rocket, radicchio, thanks to its in-house research and development work, has introduced
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The national organs of Agrocepi, while appreciating the initiatives of the Meloni government for the substantial resources allocated to investments in the agri-food sector, appeal to the same government and Parliament in relation to certain strategic measures for the sector. read more

With the arrival of the first Mauritanian watermelons on January 18th, this year's season is getting off to an exceptionally early start. "Last year, we offered Mauritanian goods for the first time, and the season didn't really get going until the beginning of March. The goods were very well
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Hazera and Staay Food Group have confirmed that the Exceed mini watermelon has been nominated for the 2024 Fruit Logistica Innovation Award, with the companies describing it as a “proud moment” in their long-standing partnership. read more

CMR Group recently joined a campaign dedicated to informing consumers about the crucial role of the agri-food industry in safeguarding Spain's food security. read more

That it was the consecration edition forMarca was clear from the numbers (as the trade fair itself reported in a press note): more than 1,100 exhibitors were present spread over 7 pavilions and 26,000 square metres of floor space, an increase of 26% over 2023.   read more

The melon campaign is starting to be planned, and of courseHM.Clause, one of the historical leaders in the sector, offers varieties suitable for all areas, from north to south, focusing on fruit genetics, the seed company's strong point. For 2024, after three years of sampling in
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In an exciting achievement, the Waikiki melon has received the Flavor of the Year 2024 award in Portugal. This recognition is given by an objective panel of consumers and endorsed by an external specialized laboratory. They have said to be exceptionally satisfied with the Waikiki and have put it
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According to an initial assessment by ASAJA-Almeria, the acreage devoted to watermelon cultivation is expected to fall by around 10% next spring. This decrease is mainly being recorded in the Poniente Almeriense. In the Almeria and Níjar area, the watermelon acreage is generally expected to
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Capogreco Farms in Western Australia have been working with the Orange Candy melon since 2016 and have been given the exclusive marketing right in Australia and New Zealand, starting this year. read more

El Niño's weather patterns have affected the growth and distribution of summer fruits in Rio Grande do Sul, including watermelon, melon, and passion fruit. These fruits are set to hit the market at higher prices due to decreased yield. read more

This particularly affects the Poniente region. In the Almería and Níjar regions, the same acreage is generally expected as last season. In Níjar, early varieties will continue to be planted. According to Asaja-Almería, there will be no change in the area planted with melons.
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Augusto Valderrama, the head of the Ministry of Agricultural Development (MIDA), participated in the shipment of the first container of the year. The Agro Tropical Sostenible company, based in Rio Grande, province of Cocle, exported 1,400 boxes of watermelon to the European market. read more

A tip-off has led Judiciary Police to a warehouse in Palmela, in the Lisboa Region, where a consignment of melons from Brazil was found to be packed with cocaine. According to reports, the cocaine was hidden within the melons in little sachets. The melon’s where made to look whole again with
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A bizarre incident at a New Hampshire supermarket has police baffled after a person was reportedly attacked with a watermelon. The Tilton Police Department confirmed that they were called to the Market Basket on Market Street shortly after 6 p.m. on Thursday, where they found a customer who was
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According to an initial assessment by ASAJA-Almeria, an approximate 10% reduction in the area destined for watermelon cultivation is expected next spring. This decrease is mainly recorded in the Poniente area of Almeria. In the area of Almeria and Nijar, in general, it is foreseen that the
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A vibrant start to the year for Levantia Seed. The company, based in the province of Rovigo in the heart of the Po Delta Park, opens up to the world of melons with a great novelty: the Midori variety, whose name recalls the typically exotic summer drink.Midori is a smooth melon variety,
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The first 6 hectares, out of a total of 20, of greenhouses that will allow the Bernardi company to extend the season of melons and other vegetables in Romagna are being built. Christopher Bernardi, who supervises the daily work carried out in the field, explains how the project is being implemented. read more

On December 7, the CTIFL in Balandran organized a day dedicated to melon. Seed growers, producers, and distributors discussed the latest developments and issues in the melon sector, from the production and marketing of melons to crop protection and varietal research. Here's a brief overview of
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