Nuts
"Insights per minute is the most valuable metric a podcaster should be concerned with"
2025-06-23 00:00
When Dr. Russell Sharp, Managing Director of UK-based Eutrema Ltd, decided to publish a hydroponics podcast every day of 2025, many doubted it could be achieved. With over 180 episodes now live, Hydroponics Daily has not only reached the halfway point but has also built a dedicated international audience...
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Z bliskim nadejściem lata, co czeka nas w tym sezonie pod względem smaków i trendów wśród produktów spożywczych? Po pierwsze, kreatywność jest wskazana dla szefów kuchni i ich produktów. "W 2024 roku przemysł gastronomiczny borykał się z wyzwaniami kadrowymi, co sprawiło, że przetworzone i gotowe do użycia produkty stały się ważniejsze. Pomyśl o produktach spożywczych...".
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Emergency frost: crops collapsing in Turkey
2025-06-19 00:00
It is known that a sudden and anomalous frost, occurred in the spring of 2025, severely hit the Turkish agricultural sector, causing significant damage to citrus, fruit, and nut crops in various areas of the country. To address the emergency, the Turkish government allocated
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Trinidad and Tobago plants its first Brazilian coconut trees.
2025-06-19 00:00
The introduction of a Brazilian green dwarf coconut strain to Trinidad and Tobago is made possible through a collaboration involving the European Union, International Trade Centre, Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI), Caribbean Forum of ACP States (Cariforum), and Alliances.
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Chiquita launches the new campaign "Likely The Best Snack Ever".
2025-06-17 00:00
Italians and snacks, an increasingly consolidated love that withstands the test of time and evolves towards healthy and natural choices, with fruit ranking at the top of preferences. Leading this transformation are simple and nutritious snacks, easy to carry and perfect for any time of the day.
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Australian oranges have entered the market, while sales of imported grapes are slow.
2025-06-16 00:00
In the recent fruit market, citrus fruits from Australia and South Africa are arriving one after the other. Imported grapes are reaching the end of their season with lower volumes and unsatisfactory prices. At the same time, coconut arrivals have decreased, resulting in better sales, and there is an increase in durian arrivals.
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Devastated fields, violated greenhouses, destroyed crops. It is an alarm cry coming from the Bassa Emilia region, where nutrias are bringing entire fruit and vegetable productions to their knees, particularly affecting melon and watermelon crops.
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According to recent findings from the National Diet and Nutrition Survey, there has been a decrease in the consumption of fruits and vegetables in the UK. Only 27% of adults are now meeting the recommended five-a-day guideline, down from 33% previously. For children aged 11 to 18, the average daily intake has dropped from 3.2 to 2.5 portions.
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The horticultural sector in Moldova has faced difficulties in recent times due to late frosts, with over 8650 hectares of orchards being affected, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry. IPN informs that apricot, plum, cherry, walnut, and apple trees have been significantly impacted.
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Dole founder David Murdock passed away at the age of 102.
2025-06-12 09:00
Murdock, who served as the head of the company he founded advocating for the life-extending effects of fruits and vegetables and later established the David H. Murdock Research Institute to support research in the fields of health, nutrition, and agriculture, was seen as a visionary.
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The University of Florida offers a course in nutrition management.
2025-06-12 00:00
A key to successful crop production is correctly managing fertilizers. Nutrient Management Level 1 is part of the award-winning Greenhouse Online Training program offered by the University of Florida IFAS Extension (UF). Join the over 1100 growers from around the world who have successfully completed it.
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The forecast for Turkey's hazelnut production is being disputed due to frost damage.
2025-06-12 00:00
The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) has released its 2025/26 hazelnut production forecast, estimating 520,000 tons. This contrasts with a 609,400-ton forecast from the Black Sea Exporters' Association (KiB), marking a 22% decrease from KiB's previous 2024/25 projection.
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Beans: An ancient vegetable answers new questions about taste, sustainability, and simplicity.
2025-06-11 11:00
In a world where plant-based nutrition and regional sourcing are becoming increasingly important, beans are gaining more and more attention due to their impressive versatility and climate-positive cultivation.
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Whether grown in greenhouses, vertical farms, or using hydroponic, aeroponic, or aquaponic systems, controlled environment agriculture (CEA) leafy greens are cultivated with precision. However, their delicate nature also necessitates meticulous post-harvest handling to maintain quality...
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Nowa genetyka zmieni przemysł orzechowy w Południowej Afryce.
2025-06-09 11:00
The nut export industry in South Africa is poised for a significant transformation as two companies join forces to introduce new genetics that could potentially give them a competitive edge in global markets.
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8 minutes. The drama of blueberry planters from Małopolska.
2025-06-07 00:00
In recent days, violent storms with heavy hailstorms have passed over many regions of Poland. Gales, downpours, and intense hail have caused enormous damage to agricultural crops, including blueberry plantations. The situation was particularly dramatic.
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Tesco: Avoid Food Waste with "Bananas that Ripen at Home"
2025-06-06 11:00
Dan Bentley, Tesco's banana buyer, said: "Bananas are more popular than ever due to their nutritional value and versatility in cooking, baking, and preparing smoothies and milkshakes. Last year, demand surged and we
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"The best apple is subjective, but the goal is consistent quality"
2025-06-06 00:00
Late last year, the new apple variety GoodnessMe® was introduced at Interpoma 2024. The apple was presented for the first time in Bolzano, where a larger hall had to be booked at the last minute due to overwhelming interest. Wouters Fruit holds the exclusive European license for the GoodnessMe.
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Taitung is increasing its exports of pineapple and sugar apples.
2025-06-05 00:00
The pineapple sugar apple, also known as the "pineapple custard apple," is a popular specialty fruit from Taitung County in southeastern Taiwan. This fruit is recognized for its sweet taste, creamy texture, abundant flesh, few seeds, and nutritional value. Zhang Jian, who oversees
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Demand for walnuts in shell is increasing.
2025-06-05 00:00
The 2025 Chilean walnut harvest has been finished. The volume harvested is 15 percent higher than last year, but still 5 percent below industry expectations. The Chandler variety is displaying smaller sizes and more shell spots, however, the internal quality is impressive with improved color and higher yields.
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