Taking a few moments to recognize that Maintenance for Ourselves Matters is never an easy thing, but it is so critical. If we do not spend even a few minutes to care for ourselves, and reflect on our work and lives, it affords us all the chance to be better people, better farmers, family. read more

Peru, Brazil, and China are the top producers of ginger. Prices and quantities vary based on climate, plant health, and logistical issues, affecting export destinations and market competitiveness. "It has been a challenging year due to high prices, limited quantities, and efforts to combat... read more

And the discussion about tariffs goes on. Yesterday, Rodrigo Leiva from Esmeralda Farms, Christine Boldt from AFIA, and Kate Pen from SAF shared their insights at The New Bloom Show during "The Blooming News Alert series." In the interview with Christine Boldt and Rodrigo Leiva, Boldt begins by... read more

A naturally occurring compound, kaempferol, found in fruits and vegetables such as kale, berries, and endives, is being studied for its potential neuroprotective effects. Research conducted at the University of Missouri suggests that kaempferol may support nerve cell health, offering a read more

The Bureau of Plant Industry (BPI) has announced that the Russian market is now open for the Philippines' Hass avocados, calamansi, and okra. Exporters can now start sending shipments, as long as they meet all phytosanitary requirements. These requirements guarantee that agricultural products are free from any contaminants. read more

W tej chwili jest dobra dostępność limonek z całego świata, mówi Audrik Victoria, pracownik portugalskiego eksportera produktów rolnych: "Podaż na limonki jest wysoka, wiele krajów eksportuje do Europy, takich jak Brazylia, Peru, Kolumbia i Wietnam. Obecnie Wietnam… read more

DS Smith and Priméale, a part of the Agrial cooperative group, have collaborated to create a plastic-free punnet for the Priméale Vegetable Kit range. This innovative packaging solution consists of a corrugated cardboard tray made from fibers, accompanied by a cellulose hydrate lid. The design focuses on preserving the quality of the produce during transport and storage. read more

The possible exclusion of South Africa from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa) raises concerns about its effect on agricultural exports. Agoa, a U.S. trade preference program created in 2000, enables specific South African exports to enter the U.S. market without duties. read more

Many raspberry plantations are experiencing strong pressure from spider mites. As temperatures rise, the females of these pests will lay more and more eggs. Failure to control this initial, winter generation of spider mites can lead to the emergence of

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Ausveg has recently launched an online platform designed to assist Australian vegetable growers in accessing a wide range of research and development (R&D) information. The newly introduced Knowledge Hub, accessible through the Ausveg website, centralizes over 3,000 resources related to productivity and. read more

The harvest of loquats has already begun in the Spanish municipality of Callosa d'en Sarriá, and next week, the fruit, which was introduced to Spain by merchant sailors over 2,000 years ago and found an ideal habitat in the Callosa d'en Sarrià area, will be available in large-scale retail. read more

Po wprowadzeniu 10% podstawowego cła na wszystkie importowane produkty, Donald Trump ogłosił, że cła na produkty europejskie wzrosną do 20% 9 kwietnia. W sektorze owoców i warzyw cła najbardziej dotkną czosnek i cebulę. Hiszpania jest największym producentem i eksporterem czosnku. read more

A famous advertisement that has been airing for years on major generalist TV networks warns that the disappearance of bees threatens important crops such as tomatoes and strawberries. However, this narrative seems overly alarmist, considering that the cultivated areas of these products read more

Olivier Magaud, director of Solema, describes a two-speed allium market. On one hand, the fresh market is facing challenges, while on the other, the demands of the processing sector are continuously growing. "For the first range, the situation remains rather gloomy. Sales are average, read more

The past few years have been a rollercoaster ride for South Africa's macadamia industry. Prolonged travel bans during Covid-19, particularly in China, had a sharp impact, and in 2022, the macadamia price crashed. Last year was again a difficult year for the world's largest macadamia industry. read more

Afrex South Africa has embarked on a new chapter with the inauguration of its cutting-edge facility in Johannesburg, located just 5 km from its previous site. The new premises are designed to facilitate a seamless cold chain from the farm to export, equipped with state-of-the-art cooling and handling systems, and improved facilities. read more

Stany Zjednoczone ogłosiły nowy cło importowe w wysokości 104% na chińskie towary. Decyzja została ogłoszona wczoraj. Jest to kontynuacja nowych ceł wprowadzonych w zeszłym tygodniu, które mają wpływ na wszystkie branże, w tym sektor hortikultury. Pojawiło się wiele spekulacji na temat tego, jak to wpłynie na. read more

The organic mango season in Burkina Faso, which is the largest West African producer in terms of acreage and volume - at least a few years ago, pending updated data on a rapidly evolving market - started early this year to align with the commercial opportunities presented by the month of Ramadan. Bovey Yohann, the director of... read more

"We are in the midst of strawberry season and there are still two very important months ahead to determine the outcome of the season," states Loredana Di Mambro, sales manager of Aop Luce, providing an assessment of the current season's progress. read more

A serious fire, which occurred on the night between Thursday and Friday in the Cosenza area, devastated part of the vehicle fleet of Perrone Srl, a company engaged in the organized large-scale distribution of food products. The toll is heavy: five trucks and three trailers completely destroyed. read more