Sweet corn

In recent years, climate change and rising costs have had an increasingly heavy impact on Turkish agriculture, prompting many farmers to rethink their production choices towards crops that require less investment and less labor, such as wheat, corn, and cotton. read more

The avocado Hass from Colombia is currently experiencing its peak market moment, establishing itself as one of the country's most profitable agricultural products. In 2024, exports exceeded $300 million, showing a 54.3% increase compared to 2023. This fruit has become a significant cornerstone in Colombian exports. read more

Cornell University is collaborating with the University of Vermont and the University of Maine to provide a 6-week webinar series on scouting for disease, insect, and weed pests of greenhouse ornamentals, with potential applications to other crops. Participants will learn how to identify the primary pests. read more

Potatoes represent a cornerstone of Italian cuisine and lead the ranking of the most consumed vegetables in the country, thanks to their versatility in the kitchen and the wide range of preparations they are suitable for. Their importance is also evident in distribution, with a presence read more

The countdown to HortiContact 2025 can begin as it is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will once again be filled with horticultural suppliers and hopefully many growers. In addition to an expansive exhibition floor featuring almost 300 exhibitors, there will be a comprehensive program. read more

The countdown can begin, HortiContact 2025 is just around the corner. Next week, the Evenementenhal in Gorinchem will once again be filled with horticultural suppliers and, hopefully, many growers. In addition to an extensive exhibition floor with almost 300 exhibitors, there is an extensive program. read more

Valentine's Day is just around the corner, a time when strawberries become the star of the fruit section in European supermarkets. The demand for strawberries remains high, while the supply, mainly coming from Spain at the moment, is still limited due to the impact of the cold weather. read more

The 2024 vegetable production report showcases notable changes in crop yields, planted and harvested areas, and market values in various categories. Several major vegetable crops saw a decrease in production, with asparagus down by 14%, snap beans by 21%, and sweet corn by 14% compared to the previous year. read more

The Duchy College Cornish autumn and winter cauliflower trials recently attracted around 70 attendees, including growers, agronomists, packers, and breeders. This annual event allows participants to evaluate new cauliflower and brassica varieties from leading seed houses. It also facilitates networking and knowledge sharing within the industry. read more

At Fruit Logistica 2025, the Alegra Group was present, focusing on various innovative projects. "Some have been in progress for some time," explained Mauro Laghi, general manager of the Alegra Group, "such as the project of Cornelio, the horn pepper that has opened a new sector in Italy." read more

Around 70 growers, agronomists, packers, and breeders attended the recent Duchy College Cornish autumn and winter cauliflower trials in Cornwall, UK. These trials provide an annual opportunity for brassica specialists to come together and evaluate the new varieties from all the major seed companies. read more

Frank P Matthews, a UK-based tree nursery, has introduced a new pear variety called Cornishgold. This pear was originally discovered in Launceston, where it was known as the Treburrow Pear. The tree was found in the kitchen garden of a historic farmhouse. Despite being unnoticed for centuries, this ancient tree produced fruit with read more

The genom of the cornflower (Centaurea cyanus) was sequenced using long reads (ONT) to uncover the complete sequences of genes involved in flavonoid biosynthesis. Genes responsible for the vibrant blue pigmentation of the flower are especially fascinating. Through basecalling, read correction, and. read more

Harvest London has launched what it claims is London’s largest integrated indoor vertical farm within Corner Corner in Canada Water. read more

Today, Friday, January 31st, will mark the end of the calendar of technical meetings organized by Agrintesa for its shareholder base. This annual event is a cornerstone of the technical support and assistance provided to producer members to improve their production levels. read more

Syngenta Flowers has introduced Penny Pro at IPM ESSEN: a new viola cornuta series better optimized for spring and autumn production. Jeanine Janssen, Breeder for Viola cornuta: "With Penny Pro, we've focused on breeding for reliability and robustness across diverse conditions and seasons. Our read more

It might have been Blue Monday this week, but in the Netherlands, it has been Grey January for almost a month now as there has been nothing but fog for days. For the grower with a cold greenhouse, like Martin Prins in Maasdijk, it's the ideal time to do something fun. Every year he plants a corner of... read more

With Chinese New Year just around the corner, there is always peak traffic for Belgian Fruit Valley. The company, which became part of BelOrta last year, has been working on promoting Belgian Conference pears to the Asian market once again. "The rush is carefully planned because we know that leading up to the holiday... read more

In a quiet corner of West Bengal's East Midnapore district, Kolaghat comes alive every morning. Its flower market, adorned with vibrant yellow marigolds and delicate pink roses, hums with a serene energy. In the midst of this lively activity, young Arup Kumar Ghosh grew up, discovering read more

The Alegrasi Group is presented at Marca 25 with an expanded exhibition space and a relaunch project for Valfrutta's Cornelio pepper. read more