Herbs

This February, Growy officially launched its first own-label produce in Dutch supermarkets. Consumers will now have access to salad mixes, herbs, and microgreens grown in Amsterdam, primarily found in the Amsterdam, Utrecht, and Amersfoort areas. The products are available at a price range of €1.29 to read more

Organizers have announced that the biennial conference of the British Herbs Association (BHA) will take place on 5th March at Cranfield University. read more

Within the Agribologna Consortium, there is a reality that goes beyond the production of basil and aromatic herbs: we are talking about the Il Bettolino Cooperative in Reggiolo, in the province of Reggio Emilia. For 35 years, this social agriculture project has been offering a job opportunity. read more

"The herb market is thriving. Jorne Leemans and Jolien Vanden Berghe, who have been leading the family-owned company Dilpack since 2024, state that they have achieved a 30% growth in their own production and a 10% overall growth in the past year. Dilpack, a Belgian company, specializes in packaging and..." read more

The use of chemically synthesized plant protection products for pest control, herbicides for weed control, and fungicides for protection against fungal diseases can not only lead to the phenomenon of resistance of agrophages to their active ingredients, but also has negative consequences. read more

In December, heavy rain persisted in central areas of South Africa, causing a shortage of fresh produce in the market. Initially, leafy greens such as lettuce, spinach, and herbs were affected, but now the shortage has spread to all types of produce, according to André Dippenaar from DW Fresh at the Tshwane municipal market. read more

The packaging manufacturer Weber Verpackungen from Wickede/Ruhr (Germany) will be introducing brand new paper sleeve variations to attendees at IPM. The company will be exhibiting a diverse selection of packaging solutions for flowers, herbs, and salads at their booth. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the different options available. read more

The packaging manufacturer Weber Verpackungen from Wickede/Ruhr (Germany) will introduce brand new paper sleeve options to attendees at IPM. The company will exhibit a diverse selection of packaging solutions for flowers, herbs, and salads at their booth. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the different options available. read more

The neighbor's greenhouse, which proverbially only becomes available for sale once, was taken over by Dutch grower Arjen Bevelander when he got the opportunity to acquire the adjacent greenhouse of Tuinderij van Vugt in Achthuizen. He didn't hesitate for long and officially took over the 5-hectare greenhouse farm on January 1st of this year. read more

Private equity funds and competitors have reached out to the Nazca fund to explore a potential collaboration or acquisition with Herbex, a Spanish herb grower. As reported by elEconomista.es, the fund has engaged with Banco Sabadell to evaluate a potential divestment, with the main focus being on bringing in a new partner. read more

Badanie przeprowadzone przez badaczy z City University of Hong Kong wykazało, że stworzyli oni elektryczny lizak zdolny do symulowania dziewięciu smaków, w tym cukru, soli, zielonej herbaty, duriana i marakui. Urządzenie wykorzystuje chemiczne składniki spożywcze osadzone w kieszonkach żelu, aktywowane przez prądy elektryczne, które mieszają się ze śliną. read more

Extreme weather events, which are considered the most destructive natural hazards associated with rapid climate change in the temperate zone of Europe, require quick adaptations in the selection of ornamental plants for cultivation in high-stress urban areas, public green spaces, and gardens. read more

Exciting news at the Spices&Herbs Global Expo at Macfrut 2025. The leading European trade fair dedicated to spices, medicinal herbs, and aromatic herbs will host the International Mediterranean Symposium on Medicinal and Aromatic Plants (MESMAP). Promoted by the Association of Medicinal Plants, read more

In the study, Bradshaw and his colleagues analyzed historic and modern plant leaves affected by powdery mildew. The collection consisted of 173 samples from North America, Europe, Africa, and Asia. One sample from a North American herbarium, collected over 150 years ago, was also analyzed. read more

The herbaceous peony (Paeonia lactiflora Pall.) flower is one of the most important ornamental plants in current international flower markets and is widely used for festive occasions because of its bright colors, large flowers, pleasant scent, and plump flower shape. However, the cut peony is read more

The annual seasonal transition is currently happening in the fresh herbs industry. "With the exception of thyme, which we can provide year-round from German sources, we have now started importing the last crops, such as parsley, by early December," says Thomas Herrmann. read more

"The Wasserstein LOPAFA (Local Partner Farmer) Program has been developed to assist and support local farmers by providing seeds, fertilizers, herbicides, agricultural knowledge, machinery, and equipment, and we also purchase the final products from the farmers," stated Ayaz Bayramov, CEO and Partner. read more

The use of Glyphosate remains one of the most debated topics in the world of fruit and vegetable cultivation. In this context, a research project was launched in April 2023 with the aim of verifying possible alternatives to replace the use of Glyphosate in cantaloupe cultivation. read more

On Thursday, November 28th, the international editorial team of AGF and FreshPlaza visited Vegobel, which was busy preparing for the Christmas season. Fresh herbs are often associated with summer, sunny holidays, or Mediterranean countries, but the herbs grown at the organic spice company Vegobel... read more

In 2023, there were 38 thousand hectares in Italy dedicated to the multiplication of vegetable and herb seeds. This was revealed by a survey conducted by Assosementi, the association representing Italian seed companies, which highlighted a substantial stability compared to 2022, confirming their role. read more