Nuts

The Thai delegation's visit to Leafresh Farm, a hydroponic vegetable farm in Beit Hilkia Moshav, showcased the incorporation of smart agriculture technologies. These advancements include hydroponic systems controlled by computers to monitor water quality, temperature, and nutrient levels. read more

The company Botanicoir is celebrating its 20th year of business this year, specializing in the production of coconut substrates. Their operations are carried out in several locations in Sri Lanka. This country ranks 4th in the world in coconut production, harvesting 3 billion coconuts per year. read more

Huanglongbing (HLB), also known as "citrus greening," is confirmed as the most serious threat to citrus cultivation worldwide. This devastating disease is caused by a bacterium that compromises the plant's nutrient transport system and consequently causes the read more

Gadot Agro has introduced a new cultivation method for various types of palm trees, including date palms, coconut palms, oil palms, and ornamental palms. Central to this approach is Unik™, an innovative product created to control plant growth and efficiently manage tree height. Dr. Daphna Blachinsky, VP of Agronomy at Gadot Agro, is leading this development. read more

The participants come from the fruit trade, the nut and dried fruit industry, shipping companies and freight forwarding companies, as well as service providers. read more

Global ingredients supplier Ofi has released its most recent sustainability report for its nuts business, highlighting progress in agricultural technology and sustainability practices throughout its operations. The 2023 'Nut Trails' impact report features initiatives in almond, cashew, and other nuts. read more

FRUIT LOGISTICA is the perfect stage to present innovative varieties, says Sakata: Orionit F1 is the first butternut squash with resistance to Didymella (IR); Kai F1 is a dark zucchini with resistance to the New Delhi virus; Txeco F1 is a large, blocky bell pepper with. read more

Mało znany fakt to, że barwniki karotenoidowe luteina i zeaksantyna, które zawierają, są zdrowe i dobre dla wzroku. Oprócz miąższu, skórka nadaje czerwonym dyniom ich charakterystyczny smak. De Terp Squashpackers przetwarza je bezpośrednio u źródła. read more

In 2023, Hong Kong was the 17th largest market for U.S. agricultural products globally. During that year, the United States exported $1.5 billion worth of agricultural products to Hong Kong, making it the third largest supplier of consumer-oriented food products to the region after China and Australia. read more

Starting from January 1st, 2025, an important obligation for the food sector has come into effect: the indication of the origin for shelled and dried nuts, such as hazelnuts, almonds, pistachios, and dried figs, as well as for some fresh-cut products, including non-cultivated mushrooms, saffron, and... read more

"At this point, it seems like almost everyone on earth has heard or seen something about coir fiber, whether through passing mentions, advertisements, or randomly coming across it in a book or news article. But do people really understand what coir fiber is? And what do they actually know about it?" read more

The Netherlands: Discounters ended 2024 as the best performers in the Netherlands

Discounters emerged as the top performers in the Dutch grocery market by the end of 2024, according to a new study conducted by Hiiper. The market overall showed minimal growth year-on-year. Hiiper's Supermarket Quarterly Monitor Q4 2024 revealed this trend. read more

Those who grow and process vegetables understand the significance of precision in packaging. Keeping this in mind, Bulltec has introduced a new grader that offers exceptional precision and gentleness. Owner Ruggero Ricci explains that "our machine is equipped with a combined weighing system for" read more

The Nitrosfera project, coordinated by the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers-Exporters of the Region of Murcia (Proexport), aims to adapt crop nutrition to the requirements of areas vulnerable to nitrate contamination by developing fertilization strategies that include incorporating… read more

Researchers from The Ohio State University are requesting voluntary feedback from individuals or businesses involved in growing woody ornamental nursery crops. This brief 5-minute survey is intended to determine research and Extension priorities related to the propagation and liner production of woody ornamental nursery crops. read more

The hi-tech container for cultivating microgreens such as radishes and savoy cabbage is ready for use on the Moon and Mars. The module aims to become a system for producing fresh and nutrient-rich food during long-duration space missions, ensuring to the astronauts. read more

Researchers at The Ohio State University are looking for voluntary feedback from individuals or businesses involved in the cultivation of woody ornamental nursery crops. This brief 5-minute survey is designed to pinpoint research and Extension priorities related to the propagation and liner production of woody ornamental nursery crops. read more

What will be the trendy foods that will accompany us in 2025? According to a research by Mintel, a specialized institute in global trend analysis, as reported by Ansa.it and the Ice website, Italians will increasingly embrace plant-based nutrition and foods. read more

Fresh fruits and vegetables are essential for a healthy diet as they provide important vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Public health initiatives around the world encourage consuming at least five servings of fresh produce daily, highlighting its crucial role in nutrition. This emphasis contributes to the growing demand for these foods. read more

As of January 1, 2025, the obligation to indicate the origin of shelled nuts, from hazelnuts to almonds, from dried figs to pistachios, has come into force, finally bringing transparency to a sector that has seen a strong growth in consumption in recent years. This was announced by... read more