Fresh Inset, the creator of Vidre+, has announced the results of trials conducted in Argentina, which revealed that its technology can extend the shelf life of pears by four to eight days. read more

The delphinium is a flower that has a way of commanding attention without ever raising its voice. Its tall, graceful spires and calming wash of sky blues, soft whites, and lavender tones have appeared for centuries in fine art, folklore, and cottage gardens. Today, the bloom feels especially read more

Trials conducted in Argentina have evaluated an MCPBag® system that releases 1-MCP inside each package to slow ripening in William's pears (Pyrus communis L.). The approach is being positioned as a potential method to reduce softening and waste in long supply chains where pears often lose quality. read more

On December 8th, the French Minister of Agriculture inaugurated the Food Sovereignty Conferences at the Rungis MIN, with the goal of outlining a national agricultural strategy for the next decade. However, according to the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP), "this endeavor cannot be pursued or succeed without the read more

In 2025, the structural recovery of national consumption of fruit and vegetables that began at the end of 2024 continues. This confirmation comes from the Report on domestic consumption of fruit and vegetables by Cso Italy, updated at the end of the third quarter. Bananas, kiwis, pears, strawberries, watermelons, and melons are performing well, with a decrease in. read more

Organic pear sales have not picked up yet. "I have a feeling that sales this season are not as smooth as last year. Still, the Qtee variety is pretty much sold out by now. Moreover, we have already sorted some Conference pears, so I expect sales are slowly picking up," says Gerard Kenens of VerKen Bio. read more

The fresh fruit market in India is currently witnessing significant growth, especially for apples, pears, and grapes. This growth is fueled by increasing demand for premium and diverse varieties, both locally sourced and imported. The apple market, in particular, is thriving due to robust domestic production and sustained high demand. read more

Thomsen is fully embracing PCR, advancing the company's goal to operate in a fully circular manner. Thomsen states that the new PCR range ensures high quality and a polished appearance. The pots are Cyclos-certified, indicating their excellent recyclability. read more

Georgia saw a rise in pear imports between January and October 2025, with prices increasing by 53% compared to the previous year, according to data from November. The country imported 1,503 tons of pears valued at US$1.1 million during this period, representing a 2% increase in volume and a 6.4% increase in value. read more

How often does it happen that promising ideas get pushed aside? And just as often, you see those same good ideas reappear later, only this time as an innovation project that took the long way around. So how can this delay be avoided? During last week's Future Trends & Innovations event, Loet read more

The fresh deciduous fruit sector in Turkey is projected to face major challenges in MY 2025/26 due to extreme weather events such as frost, drought, and hail. These events have led to a significant decrease in production levels for apples, pears, and table grapes. Apple production, for instance, is expected to decline by 60 percent to 1.8 read more

India's pear market has experienced an exceptionally slow season this year, despite adequate supply from primary sources, according to Yogesh Rathod, Director of fresh produce importer NovaFresco. "The market has remained sluggish, primarily due to Chinese pears capturing a significant portion of the local demand. As a result, Controlled… read more

Apple rootstock that was believed to have disappeared from England has been identified in Australia and Kashmir using DNA analysis. Pomologists have confirmed that this material is a direct ancestor of several apple cultivars, such as Bramley's Seedling, Annie Elizabeth, and Newton Wonder. These research findings were recently presented. read more

On a cold, crisp Michigan morning, snow piles against the sides of a long greenhouse just off the road in Belleville. The windows fog from the heat inside, turning the building into a glowing blur of warmth against the gray sky. But step through the doors and the winter disappears instantly. read more

Argentine pear exports are currently slowing down after one of the best season starts in a decade. Data from the plant health agency Senasa, as reported by Más Producción, indicates that 334,300 tonnes were exported between January and November, which is almost the same as the 331,200 tonnes that were shipped. read more

Global pear markets are currently experiencing a mixed season, with some countries seeing increased volumes and improved quality, while others are facing reduced yields, fluctuating prices, and changing demand patterns. Italy has reported a decrease in pear production due to lower yields and challenges related to climate conditions, while the Netherlands... read more

Pierwsze truskawki sezonu 2025/2026 pojawiają się w Lepe, Huelva, po pokonaniu wyzwań związanych z pogodą. „Sezon rozpoczął się z dużymi wymaganiami technicznymi ze względu na niekorzystne warunki pogodowe, głównie wysokie temperatury podczas siewu i sztorm Claudia” - powiedział David Vélez, kierownik techniczny Plus.

The first strawberries of the 2025/2026 season are appearing in Lepe, Huelva, after overcoming weather challenges. "The season began with high technical demands due to adverse weather, mainly high temperatures during sowing and storm Claudia," stated David Vélez, technical manager of Plus. read more

Yunnan is a significant agricultural province in China, well known for its fresh-cut flowers and blueberries. Blueberries usually start appearing in the market in November. However, this year, Yunnan has seen unusually heavy rainfall, with the rainy season lasting longer than usual. read more

Yunnan is a key agricultural province in China, especially known for its fresh-cut flowers and blueberries. Blueberries usually start appearing in the market in November. However, this year Yunnan has had unusually high rainfall, causing the rainy season to last longer than usual. read more

The surface area has quintupled in less than a decade, production is increasing and sales are on the rise, now doubled compared to the 2024/2025 campaign. The supply chain of the Igp Emilia Romagna pear is reaping the first fruits of the effort for conservation, improvement, and relaunch. read more