The season for Polish strawberries not only has a unique taste, but also its distinctive hallmark - the traditional Polish strawberry basket made of wooden splints. This small but incredibly functional container with a capacity of 2 kg has become an integral part read more

On Thursday, Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) approved measures aimed at reducing the European Union's reliance on fertilizers and agricultural products from Russia and Belarus. Starting from July 1, new tariffs will be imposed on these products, leading to a significant price hike for specific nitrogen fertilizers. This move will essentially halt the importation of most fertilizers from these countries. read more

The 2025 edition of Macfrut was a edition of change for OP CONSORZIO FUNGHI DI TREVISO, which presented itself at the fair with a renovated stand in terms of graphics and vision: fresher, more welcoming, designed to enhance dialogue with buyers and tell the story. read more

According to forecasts, Almería is expected to produce 631,000 tons of watermelon and increase its export volume by 21.4% this season, solidifying its position as Spain's top watermelon exporter. In terms of economics, the current season is expected to surpass the 229 million euros achieved last year. read more

Macfrut 2025 hosted the first edition of the International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture, the global symposium dedicated to biotechnologies applied in horticulture. The event was promoted by the International Society of Horticultural Science (ISHS). read more

The Gros Group (Selex) operates in the Nielsen area 3 with multiple banners and a shared philosophy. Giancarlo Amitrano, the purchasing manager for fruits and vegetables at Cedigros, clarifies the choices that concern categories such as the IV range, which is now an important segment in the fruits and vegetables department. read more

Norfolk Healthy Produce (NHP) and All Aussie Farmers have announced today an exclusive commercial partnership for the distribution of The Purple Tomato™, NHP's genetically modified tomato, across Australia. This partnership represents a major milestone in introducing innovative, read more

Facing increasing market demands and variable weather conditions, raspberry growers are increasingly turning to modern cultivation technologies. During the "Tunnel Inspirations" event at Konrad Kozakiewicz's farm, the Ceres company presented their solutions. read more

This year, Uzbekistan started its large-scale export of sweet cherries in early May. According to EastFruit, there was a high demand in international markets, largely because of lower stone fruit production in Eastern Europe and Turkey caused by frosts in April. Uzbekistan, on the other hand, had a successful winter and was able to benefit from this situation. read more

Based on data from the Ecuadorian central bank, he highlighted that the main market during this period was the USA, accounting for 56.1% of the shipments (yellow 34%, red 66%), with an average price of $4.22 per kilogram. read more

At the same time, there is a lack of sufficient funds for marketing and communication, which makes it difficult to highlight the value of Swiss mushrooms compared to cheaper imported products. Nevertheless, developments in the field of sustainable nutrition, where mushrooms play an important role, are showing clear trends. read more

In recent years, flower strips along fields and ditches have become popular both in Denmark and abroad. The strips are intended to attract more predatory insects that can naturally control pests in the fields, rather than relying on. read more

In the current study, plant pathologist Lindsey du Toit from Mount Vernon NWREC at WSU and former postdoctoral researcher Sanjaya Gyawali examined 68 varieties of wild spinach from the region where the plant originates - Uzbekistan and Tajikistan - and compared them with 16 cultivated varieties. read more

German bunched carrots are still a bit delicate, but beyond that they show themselves in their best form. Young, tender, crunchy, sweet, and the best part: Regional. Because bunched carrots are largely grown outside of supermarkets, for example at weekly markets or directly from the farm. read more

Juanita Esguerra Rezk, PhD in Peace and Development Studies, has researched the effects of the avocado boom on the people in the small town of Cajamarca in the Colombian Andes. Here, avocados are grown by small-scale farmers on their farms as well as by landless workers. read more

Consumers and growers will get more value for their money with Soluna apples - marketed as Bravo in Australia - thanks to the introduction of new value-added products for this fruit bred in Western Australia. read more

Advocating for the interests of Australian horticulture exporters and importers in a rapidly evolving global market for fresh products is essential to ensure the industry can remain competitive and expand our horticulture trade. read more

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With plastic use facing scrutiny and sustainability goals becoming increasingly important, a significant research project conducted by Wageningen University & Research is assisting greenhouse growers in making informed, evidence-based decisions regarding plastics. The recently concluded project focused on the Circular Use of Plastics in Agriculture. read more

In an agricultural context that is increasingly oriented towards sustainability, transparency, and quality assurance, agri-food companies are facing a strategic challenge: integrating recognized and complementary certifications to enhance their production and meet the demands. read more