As reported by QS citing the Federal Office of Consumer Protection and Food Safety (BVL), the use of Fonganil Gold is permitted for combating downy mildew in the cultivation of young plants of lettuce and fresh herbs. The emergency authorization is valid from March 14, 2025, until July 11, 2025. read more

In total, the farms cultivated vegetables on 171 hectares in open fields and in greenhouses and under plastic tunnels (so-called high walk-in protective covers) in 2024. This represented a decrease of four percent compared to the previous year (2023: 178 hectares). read more

This results in the areas of the businesses that have their headquarters in Schleswig-Holstein being attributed to Schleswig-Holstein, even if they are actually located in other federal states to some extent. read more

Australian table grape grower-marketer Cordoma is prepared to offer its customers a complete range of exclusive grape varieties under its high-flavour brand this season, following the acquisition of a new marketing license from Sun World. read more

Minister of Agriculture and Trade Todd McClay of New Zealand signed a new Memorandum of Cooperation (MOC) during the Prime Minister's Indian Trade Mission, further strengthening New Zealand's dedication to enhancing cooperation with India in the horticulture sector. read more

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has completed its investigation into the Australian supermarket industry and has issued 20 recommendations aimed at improving outcomes for consumers and suppliers. read more

In week 10, the pre-packaged fruit and vegetable department shows a significantly better performance compared to the LCC department, with opposite trends also in terms of average price mix. Among sales channels, supermarkets and self-service stores are the top performers, showing the best results in terms of growth. read more

Biobest has appointed Arjan Heemskerk as the new General Manager for its Dutch operations, effective March 10, 2025. Arjan succeeds Bart Sosef, who led Biobest Netherlands for a decade and has recently been promoted to President of Plant Products, another division within the global BioFirst. read more

On Monday, March 17, Aad Verduijn gave his last tour of the World Horti Center. Aad, who has worked as a "HortiXpert" for more than seven years, conducted approximately 300 tours of the horticultural sector's knowledge and innovation center during that time. It was a great opportunity for him. read more

Z okazji wizyty państwowej Jego Królewskiej Mości Króla Wilhelma-Aleksandra i Jej Królewskiej Mości Królowej Máximy w Kenii, przeprowadzono pierwszą próbną wysyłkę kwiatów koleją w Kenii. Ta próbna wysyłka stanowi kamień milowy w rozwoju Korytarza Logistyki Chłodniczej w Kenii i pokazuje działania. read more

PAWI's sustainable, recyclable cardboard trays provide an eco-friendly option for packaging fruits and vegetables. These trays are made from renewable materials and are designed to offer optimal protection. The double-glued edge construction ensures high stability, while the... read more

There is a boom of fresh produce on the markets with the arrival of spring, due to the start of 2025 which has seen a record heat of +1.65 degrees compared to the historical average. This is stated in an analysis by Coldiretti based on Isac Cnr data on the occasion of the new season's arrival. read more

Fresh-cut and value-added produce are not just a trend, they are transforming the produce aisles globally, according to Sukhdeep Sethi, Managing Director at AVI Global Plast. "Whether you are in a busy hypermarket in Mumbai, a supermarket in Madrid, or a grocery chain in New York. read more

This week, VLAM, along with several Flemish export companies in potatoes, vegetables, and fruit, visited Norway. This is the first stage of a three-year EU campaign aimed at Norway and the UK, initiated by VLAM. "On Monday, we visited various Norwegian retailers and traders, and then..." read more

The Agricultural Cooperative OrtoRomis will be present at Agricoltura È, an event promoted by the Minister of Agriculture, Francesco Lollobrigida, which will take place in Rome, at Piazza della Repubblica, on March 24, 25, and 26. It will be an experiential village, an immersive event open to all attendees. read more

Derek Donkin of the subtropical producer organization Subtrop stated that "The inclusion of people of colour all along the value chain is the normalization of our society." This was said during the third showcase of a successful black-owned farming enterprise by Fruit South Africa, this time in Tshivhase village, outside... read more

Orkney and Shetland MP, Alistair Carmichael, introduced the Food Supply Chain Fairness Bill in the UK parliament. The bill aims to secure fair prices for farmers and food producers across the UK by strengthening the Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA), encouraging local food sourcing, and read more

Eksport woluminów awokado z Maroka nadal rośnie, zgodnie z informacjami zamieszczonymi na EastFruit. Jak przewidywali analitycy projektu rok temu, sezon 2023/24 ustanowił rekord w marokańskim eksporcie awokado. Łącznie wysłano 56,7 tysiąca ton awokado o wartości 179 milionów dolarów. read more

It is unusual for fresh produce executives to sell their company, take a few years off, and then come back as employees. However, after a three-year break, Fred Kloen has returned to his previous role at OTC Organics. "I missed the energy and excitement. It may have appeared like an unconventional decision from the outside, but it feels right for me," commented Fred. read more

As spring starts, the trade of flower bulbs thrives. The warmer temperatures and longer days spark renewed interest from florists, retailers, and consumers, driving the export market. In 2024, the EU exported €98.9 million worth of orchid, hyacinth, narcissus, and tulip bulbs, either in growth. read more