Tomatoes

Seventeen years into their partnership, Calavo Growers and Agrícola Belher are celebrating their alliance by co-branding their tomatoes. The program features vine-ripened rounds, romas, and mature greens, with tomatoes being produced year-round in two regions in Mexico: Culiacan, Sinaloa. read more

The island of Reichenau, which is celebrating its 1,300th anniversary this year, was indeed shaped by vegetable cultivation. And it is precisely here that preparations are being made for the next peak season. Cucumbers, tomatoes, bell peppers, and eggplants are ripening in the greenhouses and waiting to be harvested. read more

Monitoring product quality is a crucial task in the effort to minimize waste in the fruit and vegetable supply chain. Retailers require top-notch products, while consumers anticipate good taste and extended shelf life. Growers aim to produce high-quality items without compromising on production. read more

The initial shipment of tomatoes from Turkmenistan has reached Russia by sea through the North-South International Transport Corridor (ITC) and arrived at the Olya checkpoint in Astrakhan. This information was reported by official media sources in Astrakhan. The tomatoes were transported via a ferry trip from the port of Turkmenbashi, which involved 40 trucks. read more

Windset Farms® has unveiled its newest products at the 2024 CPMA Convention and Trade Show. After a major expansion at its Delta, BC facility, the company will be presenting a variety of product options. Some of the key features include: Yum Yums™ Cherry Tomatoes: Grown on the company's read more

In the combination greenhouse of Germany's Emsland Gemüse, a part of Emsflower, April is the start of the annual crop rotation season. During week 16, the first cluster of tomatoes for the year were harvested, and a significant portion of the complex was also dedicated to bedding plants, preparing for the second planting. read more

According to seed specialist Enza Zaden, two major themes are prominent in the tomato category. The first is the emergence of Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus (ToBRFV) and its impact on the industry. The second is the influence of retail trends in reshaping the category. read more

Therefore, through investments in protected cultivation methods such as greenhouses, polytunnels, or increasingly artificial grow lights, as well as hydroponics, a year-round availability could be ensured for some products, such as bell peppers and tomatoes. The cultivation of tomatoes in read more

The first edition of Red Planet, the immersive event about tomatoes created by Agrotere Macfrut, left us with the awareness that the perception of tomatoes among industry professionals is very different from that of ordinary consumers and that the latter know little or nothing about how... read more

The Organic Fruit Vegetable Producers Association is pleased to announce the beginning of the harvest for domestically and regionally grown tomatoes from controlled organic cultivation. Consumers are now able to buy fresh regional tomatoes, signaling a shift from imported goods to locally produced fruits and vegetables. This... read more

A study conducted by scientists at the University of Tokyo has found that rose essential oil can stimulate defense genes in tomatoes and attract predators of pests, protecting crops and allowing for a reduction... read more

From now on, consumers could purchase fresh tomatoes from local regions, marking the transition from imported goods to domestic fruit and vegetable production. This, according to the announcement, not only guarantees the best possible freshness, taste, and lack of residues, but also contributes to. read more

Until May 31, the competition will take place initially in a virtual environment. The top five teams will advance to the next phase, where they will receive their own greenhouse in Bleiswijk in the fall to grow tomatoes there as sustainably as possible and fully autonomously. read more

Since its establishment in 1946, Dutch tomato grower and marketer Looye Kwekers has been driven by the desire and determination to cultivate the most delicious tomatoes in the world, always striving for the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. The company sells the highest quality tomatoes grown in its greenhouses. read more

Volumes of tomatoes at the Johannesburg fresh produce market are significantly lower than last year at this time, leading to an increase in prices. Currently, the average price of tomatoes is R20 (just under one euro) per kilogram, slightly lower than the R23 price earlier this month. read more

Analysts from the EastFruit project reported that this week, the Ukrainian market received its first shipments of locally grown greenhouse tomatoes. It is important to note that in 2023, Ukrainian greenhouse facilities started selling their first tomato batches on average one and a half weeks later than usual. read more

W Illinois, specialty growers are actively engaging in spring preparations. Tony Pferschy from Garlic Breath Farms in the northern region reports the commencement of planting 70,000 garlic bulbs and managing 5,000 to 10,000 plants, including peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes, within his. read more

The agreement has been signed between the Consortium for the Protection of PGI Pachino Tomatoes and the research team led by Prof. Roberto Della Casa, who will be tasked with developing a coordinated supply chain development project to generate more value for production and consumption. read more

The unfair competition of Moroccan tomatoes, whose exports to the European market have grown by 42% in the last decade, and by 221% to the Spanish market, driving the reduction of production in the EU and continuous price crises, was one of the main topics addressed in the... read more

SanLucar has once again partnered with the Italian cheese brand Galbani for a collaborative promotion in Germany. The "Bring the sun to your plate" campaign, which coincides with the picnic season, will feature a diverse range of SanLucar tomatoes being promoted alongside Galbani mozzarella in German retail stores. read more