Nuts

At a recent press conference held in Seoul, Zespri International shared insights on nutrient-dense diets and the role of fruits like kiwifruit in addressing "hidden hunger"—a condition where individuals consume enough calories but lack essential nutrients. Koohwi Eung, general manager of Zespri… read more

A viral video features an unconventional package containing a single tomato priced at ₹1,300 (approximately $16). The tomato, which is organically grown, comes with a comprehensive resume detailing its cultivation process, nutritional advantages, and special characteristics. This showcase underscores the tomato's value. read more

How do we determine the true preferences of floral consumers? What impact does research have on shaping floral trends and effective marketing strategies? In this special episode of the Bloom Show Takeover below, they explore the significance of data in driving the floriculture sector. Guest host Dr. Melinda Knuth, read more

Fyffes has developed the Trudi’s™ brand with a clear goal: "Good Fruit, Doing Good," with a portion of each sale directly benefiting the communities that grow them. Trudi’s is committed to gender equality and promoting better nutrition. read more

Farmers from Agia, Greece, organized a tractor protest on May 27 due to a lack of compensation for their 2024 cherry, chestnut, and apple crops. The protestors stressed that this year's early cherries have been severely affected by frost, with damage claims exceeding 70–80%. The farmers were demanding fair compensation for their losses. read more

Since 2019, Hoffmann has been managing a hazelnut plantation with around 1,300 trees on four hectares of land. He also propagates hazelnut bushes for his own use and for sale. The conditions in Southern Lower Saxony are not always easy. In 2023, Hoffmann still had over 100 kg of nuts. read more

Mycorrhizae, which have been around for even longer than dinosaurs, don't receive much attention. These fungi have been assisting plants in their survival since the early days of plant life on land about 450 million years ago. Despite their ancient importance, they are often overlooked in modern agriculture, particularly in the sanitized environment of... read more

The processing plant of Sept (Société d'Exploitation des Produits de Terroir) is getting ready to export its first shipment of Senegalese cashew nuts after acquiring the necessary certificates and investing in new equipment. This information was provided by Abdoulay Ndiaye, the company's director. Ndiaye stated, "It's..." read more

At the same time, there is a lack of sufficient funds for marketing and communication, which makes it difficult to highlight the value of Swiss mushrooms compared to cheaper imported products. Nevertheless, developments in the field of sustainable nutrition, where mushrooms play an important role, are showing clear trends. read more

The California Walnut Commission praises U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins for her leadership and support during the recent trade mission to the United Kingdom, where she highlighted substantial opportunities for American agricultural exports. This mission was Secretary Rollins' first since. read more

The results provide insights into cultivation under full LED lighting, with indications for further optimization of climate, nutrient management, sugar distribution, and pollination. Further research is needed to enhance productivity and cultivation strategy, thereby benefiting farmers. read more

After several years of absence, Ventura, a leading brand in the world of dried fruit, returns to Rimini Wellness, scheduled from May 29th to June 1st, 2025. A comeback focused on taste, energy, and a new way of experiencing sports and conscious nutrition. read more

For growers, it is crucial to understand that plant nutrition is not only about the nutrients that are provided, but also about the nutrients that the plants can actually absorb. Marco Breekweg from Biomicrobes emphasizes that the root zone is more important than many people realize. Marco Breekweg spoke about this at the Canadian... read more

Korzyści środowiskowe stanowią kluczową zaletę roślin ozdobnych (Hall & Knuth, 2019). Te rośliny zapewniają schronienie i pożywienie dla ptaków, owadów i innej dzikiej fauny (Helfand et al., 2006; Nickerson et al., 2023). Jednak nie wszystkie formy dzikiej fauny mogą być równie pożądane w krajobrazie ogrodowym. Oto kluczowe. read more

At Applegarth Farm in Hampshire, UK, just 45 minutes south of London, Seedleaves has introduced a hyper-local vertical farming concept that combines production, retail, and dining in one location. The 5,000 square foot "vertical barn" features a restaurant, cooking school, and gourmet food shop. read more

The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement (AI-ECTA), which came into force in late 2022, has enabled over 85% of Australian goods exports to India to be tariff-free. This percentage is projected to increase to 90% by January of next year. Australian macadamias, which are predominantly grown in the country, are among the products benefitting from this agreement. read more

Italian potato farming is facing a threat that could compromise the quality and profitability of national production: Cyperus esculentus, commonly known as Yellow nutsedge or Chufa. This weed is currently the subject of a research campaign. read more

As QS reports, based on information from the BVL, the fungicide Orondis Evo (active ingredients: Azoxystrobin + Oxathiapiprolin) is allowed beyond its existing approval to be used on bottle gourd, garden squash, butternut squash, pattypan squash, giant pumpkin, and zucchini outdoors for the control of downy mildew. read more

W 2024 roku liczba alertów dotyczących bezpieczeństwa żywności przekazywanych między państwami członkowskimi UE wzrosła, a wśród najczęściej zgłaszanych kategorii znajdowały się świeże owoce, warzywa oraz produkty z orzechów - informuje Komisja Europejska. Sieć Alertu i Współpracy (ACN), która obejmuje Szybką Alert read more

One of the main challenges in greenhouse container production is managing weeds, as they compete with ornamental plants for essential resources like nutrients, water, light, and space in a limited area. This competition has a negative impact on plant quality, reducing their market value. read more