The Community Plant Variety Office (CPVO) has granted community plant variety protection to a set of new blueberry varieties (Vaccinium corymbosum L.), by decision no. EU 71461, adopted on February 16 under Council Regulation (EC) No 2100/94. The decision acknowledges the company's FV.BV, based on. read more

Measure to improve. This is the principle underlying the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) conducted by Pink Lady® Europe, which provides a comprehensive, objective, and shared view of the environmental impact of the supply chain, from the orchard to the consumer. read more

Avocado and almond orchards in Israel are reaching peak bloom in March 2026, with pollination occurring under operational constraints. Growers are juggling fieldwork amidst ongoing disruptions during a crucial period for fruit set. "Agriculture is a vital industry; we don't stop," says... read more

Obecnie ogólny rynek chińskiego czosnku pozostaje słaby, z nadmiernym nadmiarem prowadzącym do utrzymująco niskich cen. Operatorzy magazynów są zazwyczaj pod presją, aby sprzedać z stratą. Przedsiębiorstwo Jining Greenstream Fruits & Vegetables Co., Ltd., zlokalizowane w Jining City, prowincja Shandong, eksportuje około. read more

The "on-field" analysis by Italiafruit News provides a snapshot of the pear shelf in March 2026, comparing it to the one observed in 2025 in the same six retail points in the Reggio Emilia area. The overall picture that emerges is of a solid shelf. read more

Cultivating high-quality watermelons involves precisely balancing nutrition, vegetative growth, and plant health. Among the key elements, nitrogen plays a central role: deficiencies or excesses can compromise yield and organoleptic characteristics of the fruit, influencing. read more

Royal FloraHolland is constructing the biggest international marketplace for the floriculture industry. Collaboration with its local offices, both within and outside Europe - including, of course, offices in Kenya and Ethiopia - is crucial to achieving this objective. The company had a discussion with Edwin. read more

The Eurasian Economic Commission has approved a temporary exemption from import customs duties on selected vegetables during the off-season. The measure applies to products intended for retail markets and will remain in force until June 30, 2026, with a separate deadline for tomatoes. read more

Spring weather risks in Moldova are evolving according to seasonal patterns. Wind events have already taken place, and meteorologists are predicting night and morning frosts in the next 24 hours. For the past five years, these conditions have frequently been observed towards the end of the first and read more

The RHS Chelsea Flower Show has been a highlight on the UK's horticultural calendar for over a century. This year's edition on 19–23 May will feature, for the first time, a miniature flower farm, built and planted by the campaigning trade association Flowers from the Farm. read more

Salix Fruits recently completed visits to lemon growers and packers in Tucumán, Argentina, and reports a season shaped by contrasting forces: favorable fruit formation followed by heavy rains, alongside strong international demand. From a climate perspective, a dry spring initially supported. read more

Nearly six weeks after the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, limited vessel movements continue, with only a few ships transiting daily through coordinated arrangements. Ocean operations outside of Gulf-related flows remain stable, but rising fuel costs and availability are affecting multiple trade routes. read more

Fruit growers in the United Kingdom are reporting increasing production costs due to the conflict in Iran, which is affecting prices of fuel, fertilizers, and transportation during the planting season. Ali Capper, who represents British apple and pear growers, stated that these effects are already being seen in current operations. read more

On Saturday, April 11 and Sunday, April 12, Milan will host the Wizz Air Milano Marathon, the major running festival that attracts over 40,000 participants every year. Additionally, Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, announces its participation in the event. read more

India's exports of pomegranate arils are transitioning from a niche market to a strategic one. The focus is now shifting from the farm to the packhouse, as challenges like postharvest browning, moisture loss, microbial growth, and short shelf life persist during long-distance transport, according to Qadir. read more

The watermelon harvest is about to start in the Spanish province of Almeria, with the first fruits expected to be picked next week (week 16). "This winter, watermelon transplants have generally been carried out later, as almost all greenhouse vegetables were fetching high prices and growers." read more

Yesterday was the beginning of Flora Expo Astana. This international flower and plant exhibition is taking place in Kazakhstan until Friday, April 10. The event has started off successfully, as stated by Ed de Groot from 247flowers.online. This is his fifth time participating in the exhibition, where he is presenting his products. read more