Jean-Daniel Heiniger is a trained farmer and runs a farming operation in Eysins (VD) with 60 hectares of arable land. The operation specializes in fruit, vineyard, and crop cultivation, and has a organic farming community with an animal husbandry operation. Since 2010, Jean-Daniel Heiniger has been a member of the read more

The asparagus farmers are already harvesting the first shoots or will start their harvest in the next few days. The temperature of the past weeks has ensured that the asparagus could grow well. The sunny weather reported for the coming days is also optimal for the asparagus. read more

As the harvest for the Peruvian grape season 2024/25 nears its end, the data shows a strong export growth for leading new varieties. The exports of Allison, Autumncrisp, and Sweet Globe have increased by more than 40% compared to the previous season. read more

The USA is the world's largest almond supplier, accounting for almost 80% of production. However, the next suppliers in line have expressed their intention to take advantage of any trade disruptions. read more

Spain's tropical fruit sector is anticipating a record avocado and mango production this year, thanks to an extended period of rain across much of the country in March, as reported by the tropical fruit association AET. read more

A team of researchers from MIT and a spin-off company founded by them have developed a system that enables this. Their technology coats the droplets when sprayed onto the field with a thin layer, making them less likely to be read more

Nasze globalne systemy żywnościowe są nękane, z powodu zmian klimatycznych, katastrof naturalnych zakłócających łańcuchy dostaw, oraz konfliktów wpływających na rolnictwo w regionach podatnych na szkody. Dodajmy do tego dynamicznie rosnącą populację, która według prognoz ma osiągnąć prawie 10 miliardów do 2050 roku, i wynik staje się zatrważający. Eksperci przewidują, że... read more

The countdown is currently running for the third nationwide asparagus campaign in Germany, which once again showcases the "top class from the region" with humor and charm. As in previous years, the campaign aims to highlight regional activities in direct marketing and trade, as well as numerous. read more

By combining their forces, Zespri and The Greenery ensure the reliable availability of kiwis on the Dutch market. This continuity in quality and availability has led to a stable growth in kiwi consumption in recent years. read more

Zapowiedziane przez prezydenta Trumpa cła zeszłego tygodnia mogą stanowić okazję dla eksporterów owoców z Katalonii, zwłaszcza w przypadku produktów takich jak jabłka, brzoskwinie i nektarynki, które mogą zdobyć pozycję na rynkach zwykle zdominowanych przez produkcję północnoamerykańską. read more

Peru has exported 81.6 million cartons of table grapes so far this season (up to week 12), which is a 26 percent increase compared to the 64.9 million cartons exported in the same period last year, according to analysis from Sensonomic. read more

From now on, phytosanitary certificates will be required for these products, some of which will also require a pre-notification in the DEFRA systems. In order to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for these products, the shipment(s) must be... read more

From this point on, phytosanitary certificates will be required for these products, some of which will also require pre-notification in the DEFRA systems. In order to obtain a phytosanitary certificate for these products, the shipment(s) must be... read more

Scott Marboe, the leader of the apple, pear, and cherry industry in the Pacific Northwest, has passed away at the age of 66. Marboe dedicated 39 years to shaping the industry, both domestically and internationally, including 33 years with Oneonta Trading Corporation and Starr Ranch Growers before retiring to Phoenix, Arizona. read more

Australians are buying more vegetables, according to new transaction and customer survey data. read more

Aggregation has been the obsession of my professional life in the fresh fruits and vegetables sector and it runs the risk of remaining so, without having seen a clear and resolute progress in the system over many years of work. In the last 25 years, I have observed and followed some successful cases, but they remain. read more

Fruit Attraction 2025, which will take place from September 30th to October 2nd, marks a significant milestone in its growth, consolidating its position as the world's leading trade fair in the fruit and vegetable sector. In its 17th edition, the event organized by IFEMA MADRID and FEPEX reaffirms its position as read more

The state of São Paulo, Brazil's largest avocado producer, has started exporting avocados to Chile and Japan, focusing on high-value markets. This comes after phytosanitary missions were conducted since 2023 to assess adherence to import regulations. Chile, the world's second-largest consumer of avocados per capita, offers a promising market. read more

In Rosja consider proposal to introduce state regulation of potato prices. Boris Chernyshov, Vice Speaker of the State Duma, discussed this issue with Maxim Reshetnikov, head of the Ministry of Economic Development. According to Rosstat and the Central Bank, retail prices for potatoes are rising. read more

Water scarcity is a challenge for agriculture in Chile, particularly impacting fruit crop production like watermelons, which have high water requirements. Scientists at the Center for Advanced Studies in Fruit Growing (CEAF) in the O'Higgins Region are working on strategies to enhance drought resistance. read more