Health Minister Judith Gerlach emphasized: "As soon as spring arrives, many people in Bavaria also feel the desire for asparagus. This is more than understandable, as with asparagus, pleasure and health come together. It not only tastes very good, but it also contains many read more

A new variety of date palms at Australia’s Arid Zone Research Institute has produced fruit for the first time. read more

Montague Farms welcomed the start of the 2025 Ambrosia apple season in early April with a promising crop ahead. read more

The authorities in Attapeu province in Laos have granted permission to three local companies to use 273 hectares of land for durian cultivation, as reported by The Vientiane Times. read more

It takes an average of seven years of work to obtain a new variety of strawberries, starting from thousands of crosses and with no guarantee of success. It is a long and complex process, made even more challenging by constantly changing variables, such as climate change and evolving needs. read more

The Colombian Agricultural Research Corporation (Agrosavia) has identified Colombia as having 850 native potato varieties. Despite this diversity, the extensive promotion of specific varieties such as R12, betina, and pastusa has led to a decrease in demand for other varieties, putting the preservation of these varieties at risk. read more

In week 13, LCC's fruit and vegetable sales experienced a slowdown. However, the comparison with the previous year is distorted due to the different positioning of Easter in the calendar. Looking at sales channels, online sales stand out, showing a read more

Caputo & Guest, a major U.S. producer of fresh exotic mushrooms, has announced a price reduction for its organic mushroom line. This decision is part of a larger effort to increase domestic production and lessen the country's reliance on imported mushrooms, which are often labeled as "Product". read more

The "No green cuts" campaign aims to ensure the quality of watermelons and melons grown in Almeria so that they reach consumers in optimum ripening conditions. The Territorial Delegation of Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development, together with Hortyfruta, will inspect shipments from third… read more

The pierwsze komercyjne ilości brytyjskich truskawek z 2025 roku zaczęły pojawiać się w sklepach Tesco po prawie trzech tygodniach ciepłej, słonecznej pogody. Wczesna żniwa, prowadzone przez producentów z The Summer Berry Company w Colworth, West Sussex, mają dotrzeć do klientów na czas. read more

The flower industry in Kazakhstan is flourishing in terms of both imports and domestic production. According to the Bureau of National Statistics, Kazakhstan imported 12,300 tons of cut flowers and buds in 2024, totaling $93.5 million. This marks a significant increase compared to 2023, when imports amounted to 8,200 tons. read more

Naukowcy z University of Wollongong, University of Queensland i Victoria University prowadzą badania nad śliwką Queen Garnet, hodowaną w Queensland, ze względu na jej potencjał w opóźnianiu lub zapobieganiu demencji. Badania koncentrują się na sokach z tej śliwki oraz ich zdolności do ochrony funkcji mózgu. read more

The IV Open Day at the research and experimentation center of the breeding company Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) in Policoro (Matera) was held yesterday morning, on April 10, 2025. This is an annual event that gives strawberry industry professionals the opportunity to visit the company's facilities and learn more about their operations. read more

Strawberry plants of everbearing varieties have already been planted in most farms. Depending on the type of seedlings and the condition of the plants, an important decision needs to be made, which is the removal of flower stalks. Warm days are ahead of us, and the plants will continue to grow. read more

Abiotic stresses (such as frost, drought, salinity, excess or deficiency of nutrients, waterlogging) have had a significant impact on the yield and quality of blueberries in recent years. In response to these challenges and the expectations of producers, Syngenta Biologicals is taking steps to address them. read more

Cut flower packaging plays a crucial role in maintaining the freshness, beauty, and value of flowers from the moment they are harvested until they reach the customer. It is more than just wrapping flowers in decorative paper—packaging combines functionality and aesthetics to protect. read more

Fuchsia rust is caused by the fungus Pucciniastrum epilobii. Initially, the disease results in leaf spots or patches that start off as pale or discolored; they may later turn tan, sometimes with a purple-colored border. These spots are followed by the production of colorful yellow-orange spores. read more

According to the China Flower Association, the export value of flowers from China increased by 11.5 percent from January to February compared to the same period last year. This figure highlights the significant efforts of the vast market to enhance trade relationships with other countries globally. read more

Schaap Holland and Landjuweel have announced today that they are merging to form a strategic partnership. "Starting today, we are coming together to provide our clients in the Netherlands and internationally with high-quality, sustainable, and innovative potatoes and potato products. This partnership signifies a read more

Ethan McMurray, drugi rok studiów i student kierunku muzycznego na Uniwersytecie Oakland, stał się wiralową sensacją dzięki swojej unikalnej "małej symfonii grzybowej". Zainspirowany nagraniem z TikToka przedstawiającym śpiewającego grzyba, McMurray skomponował utwór klasyczny i opublikował go na Instagramie, szybko zdobywając ponad 10 milionów wyświetleń. Jego... read more