Sweet corn

Elevate Farms has acquired Fieldless Farms, bringing together two Canadian Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) companies with complementary strengths. The transaction results in Fieldless becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Elevate Farms, while maintaining the Fieldless brand and operations in Cornwall, Ontario. "The acquisition comes at a read more

Just under a quarter of South Africa's Pink Lady® export crop is destined for Africa and the Indian Ocean islands. When combined with the domestic market, the figure reaches just under 40%. "Pink Lady exports to Africa have significantly increased in recent years," says Corné Grundlingh. read more

The Senegalese sweetcorn season has started at Hermans Suikermais. "We source Senegalese maize from December, and it stays on the market for almost six months. I increasingly see Senegal as the vegetable garden of Western Europe during the winter," says Giel Hermans. read more

Despite being affected by Storm Goretti over the weekend, vegetable production in Cornwall is going well, with no issues reported. Nigel Clare from Peloton Produce mentioned, "We are on track for this time of year in both Cornwall and Lincolnshire. We experienced a cold spell a week ago and now, of course,..." read more

The decision to suspend imports of products containing residues of substances banned in Europe was announced on January 4th by French Agriculture Minister Annie Genevard and Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu. The order was officially published on Wednesday, January 7th and applies to 5 substances, including fungicides. read more

In the uncertain climate that accompanies the beginning of 2026, fruits and vegetables confirm their status as the cornerstone of Italians' dietary choices. Fruits and vegetables are leading a structural change in domestic consumption, becoming a symbol of a table oriented towards health and well-being. According to read more

The French government is going on the offensive on food safety and the protection of national production. In a move that is shaking transatlantic trade balances, as reported by ValenciaFruit, Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has announced the imminent halt to imports. read more

"The Sicilian citrus supply chain has always been a cornerstone of our agriculture, which is why I believe it is crucial for all participants to adhere to transparent practices and good production methods, especially in light of recent scientific findings casting doubt on the citrus varieties." read more

By capitalizing on its distinctive natural resources and enhancing innovation throughout the entire industrial supply chain, Yunnan province in southwest China is turning its floral industry into a cornerstone of high-quality development. This not only highlights beauty but also provides tangible benefits for the local people. read more

France has announced plans to suspend imports of certain fruits that have been found to contain residues of pesticides prohibited within the European Union. Prime Minister Sebastien Lecornu stated that a decree will be issued to block the entry of the affected produce, with the measure aimed at protecting consumers. read more

Corné van de Klundert, Managing Director of Dutch importer and exporter Origin Fruit Group, reports that the overseas grape market is showing signs of improvement. Southern Europe had an exceptionally large grape harvest during the summer, leading Spain, Italy, and Greece to keep grapes on the market until a later than usual period. read more

Glitter and disco, a gala night, 16,000 roses, and creativity from all corners of the world. Last week, Istanbul became the stage for design, flowers, and connection during the fourth edition of the Table Design Exhibition & Creativity Conference. Among impressive table settings, international. read more

Cornwall aims to take the lead in developing the UK geothermal sector with a new proposal launched last week. The proposal, developed by Cornwall Trade and Investment, seeks to capitalize on the advancements made in the US that have transformed deep geothermal technology, making it much more efficient. read more

Corné van de Klundert, Managing Director of Dutch importer and exporter Origin Fruit Group, reports that the overseas grape market is improving. Southern Europe had an exceptionally large grape harvest over the summer, leading to Spain, Italy, and Greece keeping grapes on the market until very late. read more

Green filler has traditionally been used in floral arrangements to add volume or conceal mechanics. However, today florists are seeking greens that can provide structure, movement, and texture to a design, rather than just serving as a background element. That's why Rio Roses is introducing Unicorn, a new type of greenery. read more

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The Insalata dell’Orto expands its High Protein range - Ready to Cook with a new offering designed to meet the increasing demand for functional solutions that are also rich in flavor and convenience. read more

W firmie OTC Organics, sezon organicznych winogron z Południowej Afryki zaczyna się ponownie. Kierownik ds. zakupów, Cornelis Ernst, niedawno odwiedził dostawców w Południowej Afryce i ma pozytywne oczekiwania co do sezonu. "Organiczne winogrona miały dobrą pogodę, a jakość wydaje się dobra." read more

Brassica, Viola cornuta, Antirrhinum, and Matthiola are well-known for their excellent cold tolerance and are popular winter-flowering plants. At Shanghai Hong Yuan Flowers greenhouse, a colorful variety of blooms is flourishing. "Our production base covers a total of 700 mu, of which 500 mu has read more