Temperature control is one of the most important factors that directly affects the quality and lifespan of fresh cut flowers and plants. Like all living things, flowers and plants require temperature control to varying extents in order to thrive. fluctuations in temperature. read more

The feared rosy apple aphid (dysaphis plantaginea) appears to be especially aggressive this year. French apple and pear producers are working hard to prevent infestations, but the French Apple Pear Association (ANPP) is already forecasting reduced yields for the upcoming season, as reported by FreshPlaza. read more

On Tuesday, April 29th, I visited a blackcurrant plantation owned by Marcin and Tomasz Sadak in the village of Okalina-Wieś in the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship. It was an opportunity to discuss the solutions implemented by the owners and how... read more

Jak hurtowy dystrybutor może dalej dodawać wartość w łańcuchu dostaw produktów rolnych? Ten problem jest na pierwszym miejscu w umyśle Ben B. Schwartz & Sons, jednego z pierwotnych najemców Detroit Produce Terminal. Założona ponad wiek temu, rodzinna firma Ben B. ma młodszą generację właścicieli.

How does a wholesale distributor continue to add value in the produce supply chain? This has been top of mind for Ben B. Schwartz & Sons, one of the original tenants of the Detroit Produce Terminal. Established more than a century ago, family-owned Ben B. has a younger generation of ownership. read more

The fifth edition of the Tech 4.0's Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) & Indoor Farming 4.0 online conference has been officially launched, with over 800 attendees participating from more than 300 farms, technology suppliers, research institutions, and policy organizations worldwide. read more

Thanks to significant investments in the modernization of preservation processes, VIP is now able to offer apples with high organoleptic and quality standards for twelve months a year. This achievement is made possible by a cutting-edge logistics and storage system that... read more

The first episode of the analysis on eggplants and zucchinis highlighted different strategies among the six considered brands, with significant differences in the depth of assortments (click here for further details), and a clear prevalence of packaged products for zucchinis, unlike. read more

Ceny pomarańczy na krajowym rynku Brazylii spadły w kwietniu, co było wynikiem zwiększonej podaży wczesnych odmian owoców takich jak hamlin i westing, oraz mandarynek ponkan. Dodatkowo, podobne tendencje zaobserwowano w sektorze przemysłowym. Łagodne warunki pogodowe. read more

Nutrano Produce Group has named David Jordan as its new Chief Executive Officer. Jordan has a strong background in leadership roles within the agribusiness, fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG), and quick service restaurant (QSR) sectors. Prior to this appointment, he held executive positions at HS Fresh. read more

As Mother's Day weekend approaches, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists are reminding travelers about the regulations regarding the importation of flowers and plants from Mexico. This period of the year witnesses an increase in flower imports, which could potentially threaten American agriculture. read more

Today the 42nd edition of the Macfrut trade fair started – one of the most important industry events in Europe dedicated to the fruit and vegetable sector. This year's edition focuses on the theme of healthy food, emphasizing the connection between nutrition and health. read more

Egypt, the world's second largest exporter of fresh oranges and the leading exporter of affordable oranges, is on the verge of a transformative shift in its citrus industry. According to the EastFruit team, with reference to industry representatives, in 2026, six new factories will be dedicated to... read more

Zbiory szparagów w Michigan rozpoczęły się 1 maja - normalny czas rozpoczęcia zbiorów tego warzywa w stanie. "Plon wygląda świetnie. Możemy zacząć trochę wolniej, ale chłodniejsze noce powinny poprawić jakość" - mówi Ken Korson, menadżer kategorii jabłek i szparagów w North Bay Produce. read more

During the AIPH Spring Meeting 2025 in Chiang Rai, Thailand, members formally accepted Dutch Greenhouse Delta (DGD) as a new Affiliate Member. This move indicates a stronger global partnership for professional growers with one of the Netherlands' most innovative and well-coordinated initiatives to promote high-tech... read more

Cambodia has opened its first durian packing facility for international export in Chantong Village, Sralob Commune, Tbong Khmum District. The facility was established by HF FRUIT LTD, with a focus on the Chinese market for Cambodian durians. The provincial government is supporting this investment. read more

Orogel Fresco returns to Macfrut, the 42nd edition of the international trade show for fruit and vegetables, scheduled from today until May 8, 2025 at the Rimini Expo Centre. This year, the focus of the journey through the global fruit and vegetable supply chain will be on innovation, health, and. read more

Barbera International is present at Macfrut in Hall D3, booth 107-147, at the collective stand of the Sicilian Region. The fair, held in Rimini from today until Thursday, May 8, is a must-attend event for the fruit and vegetable sector and represents a moment of meeting and. read more

On April 1, 2025, apple stocks in Europe totaled 1,761,330 tons, showing a 7.1% decrease compared to the 1,896,221 tons reported on April 1, 2024. This decline of 134,891 tons is noticeable in most major producing countries, with significant reductions in Poland (-126,000 tons). read more

In a notable development within the agribusiness sector, avocado prices in Vietnam have risen to approximately US$1.54 per kilogram, marking a 100% increase from last year and reaching a five-year high. This price escalation is linked to a supply shortage. Hien, a farmer from Lam Dong, read more

Zerbinati, a leading company in Italy in the production of salads, fresh vegetables, and ready-to-eat meals, is an exhibitor at Tuttofood, the leading B2B trade fair for the food & beverage sector. This is a strategic opportunity for the company, which, thanks to its products, is able to read more