Nuts

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. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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... read more

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. read more

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. read more

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 read more

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. read more

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 read more

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. read more

Ananases z Kostaryki mają obecnie dobrą podaż. "Po kilku latach minimalnego wpływu naturalnego kwitnienia na Kostaryce, teraz mamy szczyt produkcji" - mówi Adriana Garcia z Chestnut Hill Farms. "Wolumeny są obfite, a jakość na naszych fermach jest doskonała. read more

The Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL) organized the specialist conference together with the Federal Center for Nutrition (BZfE) in Berlin for the second time. The Parliamentary State Secretary at the BMLEH, Silvia Breher, said: "Already in childhood..." read more

Fińska firma szybkiego handlu Wolt uruchamia globalną kampanię z udziałem aktora Owena Wilsona. Wolt, fińska firma technologiczna dostarczająca jedzenie, artykuły spożywcze itp. w ciągu 30 minut, rozpoczęła nową międzynarodową kampanię, w której występuje aktor Owen Wilson jako jej pierwszy ambasador marki. read more

Proposed by President Trump, the fiscal year 2026 budget includes decreased funding for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), which will have a direct impact on the fruit and vegetable component provided to low-income families with pregnant and postpartum individuals. read more

Nut producers in the Great Lakes Region will have a valuable opportunity for learning and networking at a combined conference organized by the Northern Nut Growers Association and the Chestnut Growers of America. The event is set to take place on August 3–6, 2025, at the DoubleTree by Hilton. read more

Sukces kalifornijskiego przemysłu orzechowego w dużej mierze zależy od eksportu. Średnio około dwóch trzecich zbiorów jest eksportowanych do wielu różnych krajów, głównie w Europie, Azji i na Bliskim Wschodzie. Wprowadzone wcześniej cła importowe spowodowały niepewność w read more

"The time when we only sold a few nuts at Christmas is truly behind us," says Richard Strijbis of Tovano with a hint of understatement. "Sales might dip slightly as we head into the summer holidays, but we haven't noticed any slowdown yet. Our business has increasingly become a year-round." read more

The volume of stone fruit is gradually increasing in Lérida, where companies like Conjuntfruit are already harvesting peaches, nectarines, and donut peaches. "As we predicted a few weeks ago, the season overall is running from 2-3 days up to a week late, depending on the variety," stated Rodrigo. read more

Nuffield Scholar and prominent nutritionist Barbara Bray MBE has been chosen as the new chair of the Red Tractor Fresh Produce Technical Advisory Committee (TAC). read more

Dorin Bob, an entrepreneur from Transylvania, Romania, has successfully obtained €4.6 million in European funding to expand and modernize a large hazelnut plantation. The project involves establishing new orchards in Satu Mare county, converting existing ones, and implementing advanced irrigation systems. read more