Nuts

In collaboration with G-teK from Carpi (Modena), a number of natural solar dehydration systems (DEN®) have been activated in two Sub-Saharan countries - Senegal and Tanzania. read more

Almost four out of ten people in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) cannot reach a supermarket within ten minutes on foot. This is one of the findings of an accessibility analysis by the Institute for Regional and Urban Development Research. Especially in rural regions, shopping without a
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The aim of the initiative is now to also improve access to nutritious food in underserved areas. The initial focus had been on nutritional supplementation - an important tool to address malnutrition in these areas. On the occasion of the second
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"Every day, people face the challenge of eating well, balanced and sustainable food at home or away from home. With our nationwide Nutrition Days, we help consumers to eat well and sustainably despite the often stressful and hectic everyday life.
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Kale, from the cabbage family, has become one of the most demanded vegetables, both for its intense and characteristic flavour, as well as for its great nutritional properties. This vegetable, also known as kale, is rich in protein, fibre and high in calcium,
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The Nuts and Dried Fruits Company (NDFC) has been able to continue its steady growth in the years following the pandemic. The company, located in Sint-Katelijne-Waver, therefore expanded its premises last year to accommodate the targeted growth. "The granola segment in particular has permanently
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The shape of the cups, whether they are filled with berries, fruit or salad can cut major costs related to transport and logistics, storage and cooling, packaging and emission of greenhouse gases. read more

The minimum wholesale price for walnut kernels increased by 13% from 65 to 70 MDL/kg ($3.74/kg) last week in Moldova. The minimum price level caught up with the average level of prices for them. And this is the price level where most purchases and sales of walnut kernels of low quality (mixed
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Besides the extreme price increases for fruit vegetables from protected cultivation in Mediterranean countries, the equally expensive cauliflower is traded very cautiously. Italian deliveries prevailed, but lost overall relevance. The importance of complementary Spanish unloadings had also
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Good at any time is precisely the claim that accompanies the brand, referring not only to the presence of Paolillo fennel on the table all year round but also to the care dedicated to each stage of the production chain, and to the versatility of this vegetable rich in nutritional properties that make it
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The pumpkin campaign is underway and going well, with Spain for another year as the leading exporter in Europe. In 2021, in fact, according to the most recent figures, it led this segment at a great distance from the second largest competitor, the Netherlands, having marketed more than half a
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Nutritious, thin-skinned, and juicy table grapes are a very popular fruit among consumers. However, table grapes are perishable. During storage and transportation, threshing and rot often occur due to mechanical vibration, microbial infection, and browning of fruit stems. read more

The agricultural sector often takes a critical view of the shift in dietary habits towards more plant-based and less animal-based products. Yet an increasingly plant-based diet could well increase agricultural incomes in Europe - and that even
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The Committee highlights the impact on production activity of the Royal Decrees on sustainable nutrition; on the sustainable use of phytosanitary products; and on the regional register of agricultural holdings and the digital agricultural notebook, known as the SIEX Royal Decree. Also of concern
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A New Zealand fruit grower says that, while it was as challenging season weather-wise for its blueberry crop, they were still able to produce strong volumes. read more

Only 12% of EU consumers reach their 5 portions of fruit and vegetables daily and, alarmingly, 33% eat neither fruit nor vegetables daily, according to the Eurostat survey. This figure worsens in the younger segments, where only 3.38% of the
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To reduce the loss of biodiversity in agricultural landscapes, more sustainable and environmentally friendly agricultural practices are needed. A research team from the Universities of Göttingen, Hohenheim and Venda in South Africa has investigated how macadamia plantations can be
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UK: Abel and Cole introduces eco-labels for fruit and vegetables that details supply chain impacts read more

Germany's agriculture and food usually enjoy plenty of attention at the start of the year. That includes food trend predictions. On January 24, Nutrition Hub published its food trends for 2023 in Germany, reports GroentenFruit Huis. read more

After its first mango peeler, the Italian company PND continued to receive requests - especially from South America. Thus, the PL8M model was born. read more