Asparagus

At the IAD-IBD trade fair held last month in the Bordeaux region, the Maf-Roda Group, the platinum sponsor of the event, showcased its sorting and grading solutions for red fruits and asparagus. The two setups attracted a lot of attention. Berryway and Berryscan: Cutting-edge technology for. read more

Demand for niche vegetable crops in Ukraine is increasing rapidly, with sweet potatoes and asparagus experiencing the most significant growth, according to a market overview published in the Ukrainian horticulture magazine. This information was reported by Ksenia Husieva, a fruit and vegetable market analyst at APK-Inform. read more

Over the past two decades, Peru has firmly established itself as a major player in global agriculture. It now ranks among the world's top exporters of products such as asparagus, blueberries, avocados, and table grapes. This rapid growth has made agricultural exports the country's second-largest source of income. read more

Messe Karlsruhe in Germany is once again becoming the European hub for the asparagus, berry, and direct agricultural sales industry. The 29th edition of expoSE, Europe's leading trade fair dedicated to asparagus production, will take place on November 19-20, 2025. read more

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"Przetwarzanie szparagów stoi w obliczu rewolucji technologicznej: klasyczny system poziomego obierania, który był standardem przez dziesięciolecia, coraz bardziej jest zastępowany nowoczesną technologią pionowego obierania. Powód jest oczywisty - jakość, efektywność i higiena wyraźnie przemawiają na korzyść nowej technologii." read more

Field trials conducted by Wageningen University & Research (WUR) and Dutch grower Teboza have shown that the AVL Compact S9000 asparagus harvesting robot achieves similar yield and quality to manual harvesting while operating three to four times faster under typical conditions. Researchers noted read more

Agrivaloire has been operating in the asparagus sector for 35 years, with expertise passed down from generation to generation. Founded by Enya Vermuë's parents, who now leads the company, Agrivaloire initially established its reputation through the sale of asparagus plants before diversifying its operations. read more

Teboza is accelerating the phase-out of activities related to the heated outdoor cultivation of white asparagus. With this step, the company aims to reduce the CO₂ emissions generated by heating. Teboza is the first major grower and supplier of fresh asparagus to take this initiative. read more

To jest szczytowy sezon dla szparagów z Peru. Choć produkt jest importowany na rynek amerykański przez cały rok, podaż zazwyczaj osiąga szczyt od września lub października do stycznia. "Perspektywy są pozytywne, ponieważ warunki uprawy generalnie sprzyjają zdrowym plonom w tym sezonie" - mówi Priscilla Lleras. read more

Some companies set themselves apart from large-scale vegetable farming by specializing in niche crops such as green and white asparagus. They can take it a step further by incorporating organic and biodynamic practices, which can be more difficult due to pests and climate change. "We prioritize the cultivation of these unique crops, offering high-quality and sustainably grown products." read more

Among the professionals present at the International Asparagus Days (IAD) and International Berry Days (IBD) trade fairs, vegetable seed specialist Bejo - Silver sponsor of the event - presented a new variety of white asparagus called Genius. This variety is part of the "new generation of asparagus varieties." read more

The technical days of the International Asparagus Days and International Berries Days have concluded in Bordeaux, organized by Macfrut, Befve&Co, and Interco Nouvelle-Aquitaine. There were over 125 exhibitors and 1200 visitors from more than 25 countries around the world. The focus was on... read more

The technical days of the International Asparagus Days and International Berries Days in Bordeaux have successfully concluded, attracting top global experts in asparagus and berries. There were over 125 exhibitors and 1200 visitors from more than 25 countries. read more

LeaderBrand's alpine asparagus, cultivated at the base of the Southern Alps, debuted on supermarket shelves in New Zealand in mid-October. read more

Piąty Międzynarodowy Dzień Szparagów oraz Pierwszy Międzynarodowy Dzień Owoców Jagodowych odbyły się w zeszłym tygodniu we Francji, niedaleko Bordeaux. To wspólne wydarzenie, zainicjowane przez Christiana Befve'a i współorganizowane z Macfrut oraz Interco Nouvelle Aquitaine, gromadzi specjalistów z całego świata - badaczy, read more

The growth of asparagus is dependent on temperature, with warmer days and sunlight aiding in spear development. In New Zealand, southern asparagus production is lagging slightly behind northern growers this year due to a cold and wet spring that delayed the season by several weeks. Lower soil temperatures have... read more

The 36th annual Asparagus Day, which is taking place, offers visitors the opportunity for further education and exchange of experiences through lectures and discussions. Asparagus is an important cornerstone for many agricultural businesses in North Baden. Cultivation and read more

The Aspastore asparagus harvesting robot from Neubauer Automation was used for the first time by customers in Germany and the Netherlands in the 2025 season, with impressive results. The automation solution not only enables more efficient processing but also provides relief in an increasingly. read more

Everything is ready for the fifth edition of International Asparagus Days (IAD) and the first edition of International Berries Days (IBD). The event will take place in Bordeaux from Tuesday, October 7th to Friday, October 10th, featuring technical field visits, a trade fair, workshops, presentations, and much more. The protagonists of the event read more

Last year, the German company EW Group acquired the Spanish plant breeding company Planasa in order to expand its portfolio to include plants. Planasa's nursery, which is one of the largest in the world according to commercial director Manuel Garcés, was established in 1973. It initially focused on white and green asparagus, and later expanded to include endives. read more