Sweet corn

Alarm in Sicily for grape production, in Lombardy corn planting delayed by two months read more

Obecnie wiele upraw boryka się z poważnymi problemami z dostawą z powodu uszkodzeń spowodowanych przez wodę, w tym szpinaku. "Zatrzymaliśmy się i nie możemy zbierać," mówi Corne Broeren z Bredy, który corocznie uprawia około 60 hektarów szpinaku. "Większość pól jest zalana, a dodatkowo panuje zimna pogoda... read more

Consumer habits are changing, and customers are increasingly inclined to opt for ready-made or easy-to-prepare solutions. Based on these considerations, retailers are adopting targeted solutions. Inside the Spazio Conad store in Sassari on Viale Porto... read more

"The supply of sweet corn from India has been affected by severe weather conditions," says Swapnil Aware, a board member of Mersel Foods, an Indian fresh produce exporter. "Due to below-average monsoon rains last year, many sweet corn cultivation areas are facing drought-like conditions." read more

Every time the European Union's "ax" causes the withdrawal of an active ingredient, panic ensues among producers, especially if the substance in question is a cornerstone in defending against a particular adversity or pest. read more

On May 16th in Rionegro, Antioquia, a workshop focused on the environmental sustainability of floriculture took place, organized by Asocolflores in partnership with Cornare. This event, aimed at all flower-growing companies, both affiliated and non-affiliated, featured participants including read more

This week is crucial for sweet corn sales as consumers are stocking up for grilling and barbecue events over the Memorial Day weekend. Both Florida and Georgia are currently producing sweet corn, and both states are experiencing a good crop due to favorable weather conditions during the season. read more

A Cornish garden nursery will be celebrating its 40th birthday in style this week at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The team from Burncoose Nurseries in Gwennap, Cornwall, has had a successful history at Chelsea, having amassed 27 prestigious gold medals since 1984. They have only missed one show, in 2021. read more

Etiquette expert William Hanson showcases the proper way to eat corn on the cob, avoiding the informal practice of eating it with hands. In his viral TikTok video, which has been viewed 3 million times, Hanson recommends holding the corn on a plate and cutting it neatly with a knife. He adds a touch of humor to the demonstration. read more

Some New Yorkers were in a rush on Sunday to find a last-minute gift for Mother's Day. At the corner of Flatbush Avenue and St. Marks Avenue, there is a neighborhood deli where many people lined up to choose the perfect floral bouquet. "Nonstop then, nonstop then," said Sergio Alejandro Vega, owner of Flowers by. read more

The National Sweet Corn Eating Championship is scheduled to take place this Sunday at the South Florida Fairgrounds, as part of the 24th Annual Sweet Corn Fiesta in West Palm Beach, Florida. The event will feature Major League Eating's top competitors, including last year's champion, Miki Sudo, who consumed 52 ears of corn in 12 minutes. read more

With Mother's Day just around the corner, one gift is making a big comeback: flowers. According to a flower grower, Cheryl Roehrich from Dakota Flower Company, which grows and distributes wholesale blooms, flowers seem to be more popular than ever this year. read more

A woman died from a rare lung disease caused by picking flowers and vegetables in Cornwall, as an inquest has revealed. Rosa Perestrelo, 52, from Reawla Lane, Hayle, was exposed to irritants while working picking daffodils and cabbages, according to a respiratory consultant, Dr. Benjamin Soar. read more

Mother's Day is just around the corner, and one greenhouse in Somers is experiencing a surge in business. As shoppers prepare to buy flowers as gifts for their moms, it's crucial to note that these flowers are locally grown in Connecticut. There is a significant amount of effort happening behind the scenes at Grower Direct Farms in Somers to ensure that the flowers are ready for the occasion. read more

Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a new electrochromic device for smart windows utilizing sustainable materials like amylose sourced from corn, potatoes, and beans. This advancement meets the demand for more sustainable and energy-efficient building solutions. Guihua Yu, a read more

"Origin Fruit Group" is the new name for Origin Fruit Direct, Origin Fruit Services, Origin Direct Asia, and Origin Direct Spain. According to managing director Corné van de Klundert, the name change is aimed at highlighting the family connection. "We want to demonstrate more clearly externally that we are one entity." read more

Close to Qonce (King William's Town), the potatoes on Thulani Magida's farm Juta Agritech will be harvested in May. Throughout the year they grow cabbage, pumpkin, and butternuts, which will rotate with green mealies (corn) in summer, onion and carrots in winter. Right: Thulani Magida of Juta... read more

Close to Qonce (King William's Town), potatoes on Thulani Magida's farm Juta Agritech will be harvested in May. Throughout the year, they also grow cabbage, pumpkin, and butternuts, which will be rotated with green mealies (corn) in summer, and onion and carrots in winter. Pictured on the right is Thulani Magida of Juta... read more

The 2024 Tasmanian apple season is ramping up with excellent growing conditions set to deliver an increase in sweetness, size, and vibrance in colour, according to Fruit Growers Tasmania. read more

To this end, the association has introduced the Innovation Corner, a new point-of-sale format dedicated to modern apple brands, in cooperation with various European retailers. read more