The natural spots on bananas resemble those on the skin and thus allow to stimulate the attention of customers in a direct and original way. This consideration is the starting point of the initiative that Bennet has activated to support health and well-being and the Umberto Veronesi Ets Foundation. read more

Drawing on the lasting significance of personal interaction, GreenTech is striving to enhance relationships and introduce new projects aimed at fostering growth and cooperation within the industry. Through a series of articles, we will showcase the passion present in horticulture globally. read more

With plenty of sunshine last week, the new strawberry season from unlit cultivation is slowly but surely approaching. The same goes for Kwekerij Demedts - De Mey, where they expect to offer the first strawberries by the end of next week. "We expect the first coloring by the end of next week. We" read more

The recent data indicates slight fluctuations in banana prices from major exporting countries compared to the previous week. There are variations in average prices for imports from Colombia and Costa Rica. Specifically, there has been a significant increase in the average price of bananas from Colombia. read more

The Tomato Brown Rugose Fruit Virus has led to a notable decrease in fall and winter tomato production, further exacerbated by the impact of persistent rain and dropping temperatures. Consequently, prices are increasing. "The tomato season has been affected by the spread of read more

The 2024-25 citrus farming season in Sicily has been tough, with losses ranging from 25 to 40% and an unprecedented drought, with a lack of rain for 18 months in certain areas. The most established companies, like Op Rosaria, are holding up. "We are active partners with Crea, to experiment and develop." read more

South Australian orchardists are facing significant crop losses as drought conditions are forcing birds into orchards. Apple, cherry, and fig growers are reporting extensive damage caused by the heightened bird activity. Willa Wauchope, a fig grower from Adelaide Hills, described how his trees have turned into a "smorgasbord." read more

In February 2025, Peruvian fresh asparagus exports increased in volume by 18% compared to February 2024, reaching 1,930 tons. However, the total export value decreased by 16% to $5.73 million due to falling prices. The average price per ton fell to $2.97. read more

The severe weather in Spain has caused some unexpected issues for outdoor crops. "We thought we would have a quiet winter, as we've had fairly stable growing conditions throughout the season and good prices. But winter had a sting in the tail over the last ten days," says Thomas Bos of Thomasol. read more

According to Alison Tolson from Avorama, based in New South Wales, the 2024 Australian avocado harvest was a bumper one for most growers. "We had good crops and good prices last year," said Alison. "As avocados tend to be bi-annual, the 2025 season volumes are looking to be 20% down on last." read more

This year, the volume of kiwis decreased by approximately 30%. The French kiwi season will end a month earlier than usual. "We are finishing up with grading," says Alexandre Cancel. "Due to this decrease in production, we will have larger fruits with excellent shelf life and taste." read more

DP World and Maersk have signed an eight-year agreement to expand maritime services at DP World's terminal in the Port of Santos, Brazil. The collaboration aims to increase container-handling capacity and improve service reliability at one of Brazil's busiest ports. DP World currently operates read more

For most companies, the focus is on mass production, efficiency, and low costs. However, at PUURgroenten in the Netherlands, purity is the primary concern. In 2012, Han Lammers and his wife Saskia began cultivating edible flowers, herbs, and vegetables innovatively in ponds. read more

We assessed the condition of the strawberry plantation belonging to Mateusz and Magdalena Włodarczyk after the winter. During the inspection, we evaluated whether there were any frost damages visible on the crowns of the strawberries. We also checked the soil parameters, humidity, temperature, and EC. read more

In February, Peru exported 17,799 tons of fresh onions for $7.69 million. The export volume increased by 11%, but the value decreased by 6% due to a 15.5% drop in the average price, which was $0.43 per kilogram. Spain became the main destination, replacing the United States. read more

The Golden Vineyard of Ciriacono Loris continues to actively participate in the Sicilian horticultural campaign with intense and rewarding harvesting and marketing activities. Loris Ciriacono says: "We cultivate green zucchinis and red and yellow peppers, the fruits of our ongoing dedication and meticulous care." read more

In southwestern Yunnan Province, China, early-ripening blueberry varieties are currently being harvested, while most regions in the country are just beginning to see their blueberry bushes bloom. Farmers are engaged in the picking and packing process, ensuring that fresh berries reach markets. read more

The cherry grading, sorting, and packing industry is currently experiencing a significant transformation, largely due to artificial intelligence (AI). AI is revolutionizing the industry by optimizing sorting systems, improving quality control, and enabling predictive maintenance. These advancements are making packing lines faster, more precise, and more efficient. read more

The production of bananas in Ecuador and other Latin American countries is facing one of the most serious threats in recent years: banana wilt disease, caused by the bacterium Ralstonia solanacearum race 2 - as reported by Portal Fruticola. This bacterial disease, considered one of the most read more

On March 23, 2025, the Italian Classic Duathlon Championship of Venus Triathlon Academy will return, and eDole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, will once again be the sponsor for the second consecutive year of this eighth edition. read more