On Thursday, May 22, in the area of Fondi (LT), during the Demo Days organized by Rijk Zwaan Italia, a greenhouse cucumber event took place, offering a significant opportunity for interaction among various agricultural sector operators. During the day, various presentations were given. read more

In Uzbekistan's Kashkadarya region, the watermelon season has started, with local farmers exporting around 3,000 tons to international buyers while also meeting the demand in the local market. Early harvests from this region have attracted buyers from Kazakhstan, Russia, and Kyrgyzstan, according to EastFruit. read more

"One Banana, a family-owned, vertically integrated company committed to the responsible production of high-quality bananas and natural ingredients, has launched its Regenerative Agriculture Pilot Project. Developed with technical support from EARTH University and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF)." read more

The 33rd Annual Group Meeting of the All India Coordinated Research Project (AICRP) on Floriculture began today at Dr YS Parmar University of Horticulture and Forestry (UHF), Nauni, with a strong emphasis on tapping into the abundant opportunities arising in India's floriculture sector. read more

Following previous editions, this year at Macfrut trade fair, a collection of strawberry varieties developed within Italian breeding programs was also presented. Some of the showcased fruits originated from varieties well known to Polish growers. read more

Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, is once again making the hearts of all Serie A football fans beat thanks to the prestigious partnership with Operazione Nostalgia, the original format that celebrates the great glories of the past. read more

Starting earlier than usual and ending earlier than usual, too, the Ivorian mango season was disappointing this year, according to statements from several exporters, including Joel Adjoka, CEO of Cofruibo & Mango Fresh. The exporter explains: "The season started as early as March 31, and there read more

As economic pressure continues to influence consumer decisions, a noticeable trend is emerging: people are seeking out small, health-focused ways to indulge themselves, with blueberries at the forefront. There is a rising demand for top-quality, premium blueberries that offer exceptional flavor and freshness. read more

The latest innovations under the Dimmidisì brand represent a significant evolution in the assortment of the refrigerated fruit and vegetable counter, thanks to the combination of three factors: taste, practicality, and ethnic inspirations. One of the highlights is definitely the new line of fresh Tortillas inspired by... read more

"We have experienced various climatic challenges during this year's growing season," reports Aurélie Ferrieux, Director of ASF Edition, a French breeding company. "There have been numerous hailstorms in both southern and northern Spain, along with excessive rain following seasons of severe drought." read more

Maersk has announced its plans for the Belcon Logistics Park in Cape Town, emphasizing its contribution to enhancing South Africa's cold chain infrastructure. The park will include a cutting-edge cold storage facility with advanced cooling technology, strategically located near the seaport. read more

Uber Direct, Uber's white-label delivery solution, has entered into an on-demand delivery partnership with London-based florist Floritta. The partnership agreement comes after a successful trial period where Uber Direct assisted Floritta during a peak period - Mothers' Day. read more

The tenth edition of the North West Academy took place in Genoa on May 26th, the annual event promoted by North West S.p.A. to facilitate the sharing of knowledge and experiences in the maritime shipping industry. Valentina Mellano, CEO of North West S.p.A., stated: "Fin read more

The ornamental industry in the Netherlands is preparing for a busy week 24 filled with events. Major events such as FlowerTrials and GreenTech are scheduled, making the Netherlands once again the hub of innovation, inspiration, and networking in the floriculture and greenhouse technology sectors. read more

In August, new, stricter norms for acetamiprid residues in berry fruits will come into force. The reduction from the current 2 mg/kg to 0.6 mg/kg for raspberries and blackberries, and 0.7 mg/kg for blueberries, poses real challenges for producers. - "This

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In celebration of 35 years at the forefront of rose breeding and variety introduction, Plantec is hosting an international industry forum on May 30th. The event will bring together floral leaders, breeders, wholesalers, and innovators from around the world. This gathering serves as a tribute to the company's legacy. read more

ISMEA strengthens its commitment to the modernization and innovation of Italian agriculture, with a comprehensive program of informative, educational, and practical activities dedicated to the use of Earth observation applications. read more

Maroko is poised for a strong rebound in its lemon export market during the 2024/25 marketing year (MY), following a four-year decline. Favorable weather conditions and a global drop in lemon production have contributed to this resurgence, according to EastFruit. In the first half of MY read more

Crete and Ilia, two of the most important Galia melon cultivation zones in Greece, have been in production for quite some time, with growers receiving very good prices for their products, especially for the Zepo variety, which reached up to 2.53 euros per kilo in mid-May. By the end of last week, ... read more

The export activities for mangoes from Bangladesh for the 2025 season have started, with the first shipment being sent to five countries, including the United States and Germany. A total of 13 metric tons of mangoes have been delivered to the U.S., Germany, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and. read more