U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations officers at the Pharr International Bridge cargo facility in Pharr, Texas, intercepted $10,300,000 worth of alleged methamphetamine concealed inside a shipment of lettuce. "Within a shipment of salad greens, our frontline officers read more

At SARL Endigra in Beugny, Pas-de-Calais, endives are a family affair. Since January 1st, 2022, Colette Duchateau has joined her parents and brother to continue the endive business started by her maternal grandparents. The farm has chosen to focus on cultivating semi-forced vegetables. read more

Research, field experimentation, and involvement of the supply chain: this is the path indicated by Cora Seeds for the growth of the baby leaf segment destined for the IV range. A journey that also involves the enhancement of the Piana del Sele, a territory now recognized as one of the poles. read more

The prices paid to farmers are plummeting, while production costs remain high, leading many companies to operate at a loss, also due to unfair competition from imports from abroad. This is stated by Coldiretti in their commentary. read more

Outdoor lettuce cultivation is facing challenges as more growers are discontinuing their operations. "If there is no suitable pesticide by March, I will cease production," stated lettuce grower Wim Van Bulck in reaction to the recent prohibition of Movento usage. This pesticide was crucial in helping growers tackle aphids, a significant pest. read more

The chicory season is now in full swing in Belgium. And while the recurring theme almost every year is that growers are getting older and fewer remain, 39-year-old Tom Van Bael is an exception to the rule. The passionate Brussels white lettuce grower grew up with his hands in the soil. read more

Produkcja sałaty we Francji ma osiągnąć 427,5 miliona główek na sezon 2025-2026 (według prognoz z 1 października 2025 r.), co stanowi wzrost o 9 milionów główek w porównaniu z poprzednim sezonem. We wrześniu ceny były o 3% wyższe niż w 2024 r., zgodnie z danymi Agreste. Wzrost obszaru uprawy także przyczynił się do... read more

Substrates based on peat are frequently employed in the cultivation of specialty crops. However, the decomposition rates of peat and the respiration patterns of plants grown in peat mixtures are not fully understood. In a study, researchers cultivated lettuce (Lactuca sativa) and petunia (Petunia sp.), representing food and ornamental plants respectively. read more

Sezon 2025 na sałatki liściaste w Wielkiej Brytanii został zdominowany przez problem zwiększonej aktywności szkodników, wynikający z długotrwałej ciepłej i suchej pogody w całym kraju, przynoszącej niespotykaną liczbę zarówno szkodników, jak i pożytecznych owadów. read more

KRONEN GmbH in Kehl is a global player in a specialized niche. Founded in 1978, the family-owned company manufactures machines that wash, cut, dry, and package fruit, vegetables, and lettuces. However, CEO Stephan Zillgith emphasizes, "We do not offer standard products. Our strength lies in our customer-centric approach." read more