As we approach the end of April, the month known for the Easter holiday, which falls on this weekend, we are in the midst of a transitional phase where spring and summer themes gradually replace the winter ones. This is an opportunity to capture the trends in photography. read more

The hydroponically grown salad harvest of 'La Standiana' in Ravenna, owner of the Ninfa brand, is about to start. There are 13 hectares of tubs with water and floating panels in which nickel-free salad is grown using a highly sustainable technique (floating system). Each tub is protected by read more

KingsOne Farms has started building a 6.5-acre greenhouse in Kingsville, Ontario, which will primarily be used for year-round lettuce production. The project is being overseen by Cole Mucci, a third-generation farmer who previously worked as the bell pepper operations manager at Mucci Farms. read more

A naturally occurring compound, kaempferol, found in fruits and vegetables such as kale, berries, and endives, is being studied for its potential neuroprotective effects. Research conducted at the University of Missouri suggests that kaempferol may support nerve cell health, offering a read more

From a June 2024 US salmonella outbreak that led to hospitalizations in 34 states linked to cucumbers to Europe-wide Salmonella cases traced to contaminated lettuce, the issue of food safety has gained prominence in recent months, keeping this all-important topic ever-present in consumers' minds. read more

Since April 8th, it has been called "Roll up your sleeves, fill the earth, sow seeds - and then marvel" as 3,100 raised beds in kindergartens across Germany will be planted with lettuce, cucumbers, and other vegetables in the coming weeks and months. This meaningful project is aimed at children in. read more

Retailers prioritize visual appeal and flavor in their fresh produce aisles. However, significant quality can be lost during the packaging process of these products. This often goes unnoticed but it can have a negative impact on both the product and the supplier's reputation. Delicate foods like lettuce and spinach are... read more

Growers and shippers are preparing to switch lettuce supply from one region to another. Fresh Avenue will make the transition during the weekend of April 12th. "The plantings in Salinas, California were done on schedule. Some years, weather conditions such as rain can disrupt the planting cycle, but this time everything went smoothly." read more

The campaign of Salanova® lettuce from the Laffidi Budrio farm (Bologna), one of the historical members of the Agribologna Consortium, started in January with greenhouse production and will continue moving to open fields in a few weeks. With Omar Laffi, owner of the farm. read more

While there is still snow on the ground in Quebec's garden, the planting season for iceberg lettuce, Romaine lettuce, Romaine Hearts, and celery is expected to begin in about three weeks, around April 14. These crops will be followed by carrots, green onions, parsley. read more