Spain exported 557,371 tons of stone fruits for 974 million euros until July 2024. This represents 30% of the 1.8 million tons it produced, highlighting the strong export potential of this sector. The percentage of exports over national production is expected to increase further once the final data for the campaign is known. read more

Enza Zaden has officially opened a new hydroponic breeding facility in Enkhuizen, designed to advance the development of hydroponic lettuce varieties. Equipped with a mobile gully system, the facility replicates commercial growing conditions, allowing plants to move automatically along tracks. read more

Aldi Italia, part of the ALDI SÜD Group, a multinational reference in the Organized Retail sector, returns to television. The brand announces its participation with a selection of its best products at the sixth edition of "The Perfect Ingredient", the popular culinary show. read more

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Flower shops in Tijuana expect another year of plummeting sales for marigolds, the popular Día de los Muertos flower used to decorate grave sites and altars dedicated to the dead. Sales of "cempasúchil," as the flower is called in Mexico, have been dropping for 13 consecutive years. read more

In Tra Vinh Province, Vietnam, orange farmers are currently encountering economic difficulties as a result of a considerable decline in orange prices, which have now reached 0.0008 USD per kilogram. This decrease in prices has caused farmers to hesitate in harvesting, as they fear the potential losses may surpass the expenses associated with labor and materials. Experienced growers read more

With the beginning of Tihar, Nepal's annual festival celebrating flowers and lights, markets across the country are now filled with banned plastic flowers. These artificial blooms are outshining natural flowers, raising concerns among authorities and citizens alike. The government of Nepal has implemented… read more

W ostatniej aktualizacji Państwowego Komitetu Statystycznego, Azerbejdżan był aktywny na rynku eksportu jabłek od stycznia do sierpnia 2024 roku. Krajowi udało się wyeksportować 43 000 ton jabłek, generując 28,3 miliona dolarów przychodu. Większość tych eksportów była kierowana do Rosji, sumując read more

The Brazilian melon season had a strong start in Europe this year. "The season began with a relatively empty market since the Spanish season ended quite early. Brazil also experienced some issues with cold nights, which slowed the growth of Galia and Cantaloupe melons. However, this resulted in a delay in the harvest, ensuring that the melons reached the market in optimal condition." read more

Hapag-Lloyd, a major player in the global container liner shipping industry, has revised its financial forecast for 2024, anticipating a growth in its earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) to a range of $4.6 billion to $5 billion. This updated projection represents an increase from the previous estimate. read more

The customs report disclosed that Iran's agricultural exports amounted to 3.8 million tons, showing a 16% increase from the previous year. Topping the export list, pistachios brought in $614 million, followed by tomatoes, watermelons, apples, and dates at $226 million, $139 million, $124 million respectively. read more

In St. Kitts and Nevis, the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Marine Resources is addressing challenges in sweet potato production by collaborating with the International Potato Center (CIP) in Peru and the Caribbean Agricultural Research and Development Institute (CARDI). These partnerships are aimed at improving the productivity and sustainability of sweet potato farming in the region. read more

"In recent years, fresh table mulberries have seen increasing sales in supermarkets, and tea shops have started offering mulberry-based drinks. With their high anthocyanin content, mulberries are well-suited to meet the growing consumer demand for health-focused products, enhancing their market attractiveness." - Ms. Zhou from Shenzhen Yizhiyi Agriculture read more

Fruits and vegetables are essential elements of a balanced and diverse diet, not just for health reasons. Their rich, robust aromas add freshness, variety, and enjoyment to our meals. Fruits and vegetables can contain hundreds of aroma-active volatile compounds. read more

South Africa: Checkers aeroplane debuts ahead of festive season

In a first for South African grocery retail, Checkers has introduced a specially branded aeroplane. The plane, adorned with "Sixty60" on its sides and "Checkers" on its belly, was first seen at the OR Tambo International Airport. read more

San Antonio Terminal Internacional (STI) in Chile is finalizing the installation of new reefer towers, concluding a two-year, US$13 million project designed to increase its capacity for the upcoming 2024 cherry export season. With the incorporation of 27 new towers, STI will be able to offer over read more

Halloween is just around the corner and we couldn't help but talk about the latest trend that is taking over social media in the spookiest week of the year. Especially on TikTok, a trend featuring fruits and vegetables, combined with a good dose of creativity, is becoming very popular. read more

Poland is one of the leaders in the production of berry fruits in Europe. In order for plantation owners not to be dependent on low prices or a lack of workforce, it is increasingly necessary to introduce innovative solutions that support the efficiency of cultivation. One of. read more

The University of Essex (UK) has collaborated with the renowned jam makers, Wilkin & Sons, to trial robots capable of harvesting and packaging strawberries within seconds. These robots come at a significantly lower cost compared to existing technology, reports Futurefarming. read more

During the autumn visit to Mirosław Garliński's farm in Dolecko, we observed the appearance of blueberry plants after the first season of growth. It must be acknowledged that the growth, vigor of the plants, as well as their preparation for winter, are impressive.

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