Confagricoltura expresses concern about the decision of the European Council to introduce tariffs on agricultural products and fertilizers coming from Russia and Belarus. The measure is supposed to also affect nitrogen-based fertilizers imported from Russia – by more than 25%. read more

The production of ornamental plants in Mexico is a job-generating activity that has been growing in recent years. However, it is negatively affected by phytosanitary issues, particularly those caused by Phytophthora. Studies on Phytophthora in ornamental nurseries are scarce in Mexico. The objective is to read more

Predicting and managing the risk of late frosts more effectively, one of the meteorological phenomena that, in recent years, has caused the most serious damage to thousands of farms in the country. An achievable goal thanks to the new frontiers of innovation. read more

Jest powszechnie wiadomo, że Maroko przeżywa jedno z najgorszych susz w swojej zarejestrowanej historii meteorologicznej. Raport opublikowany przez Generalną Dyrekcję Meteorologii opisuje skalę kryzysu: To najdłuższa susza, jaką kiedykolwiek doświadczyło to państwo; 2023 rok był najsuchszym w read more

The Ipercoop store in Gravina di Catania (Ct), the food locomotive of the Katanè shopping center, located at via Salvatore Quasimodo, has been reopened after renovations that have changed its image, layout, and offerings, as previously reported on Gdoweek. The hypermarket, read more

Maf Roda Group has announced the acquisition of Strauss, a company specializing in processing and automation in the horticultural sector. Based in Germany, Strauss is known for its expertise in asparagus technology, making it a strategic addition for Maf Roda and enabling the company to diversify its operations. read more

Authorities at Transnet have initiated measures to improve operations at South African ports following disruptions caused by wind which impacted fruit exports in February. Oscar Borchards, Transnet's acting managing executive for terminals in the province, announced a recovery plan, which includes acquiring... read more

Following the brands Fino Fresco (for Italian products) and Fresco del Sol (for Spanish products), De Mooij Amsterdam is now launching a new brand for products grown on Dutch soil: Classiq. "We will offer various specialties from our own country under this new brand. We are starting with read more

In its report Innovation in Agriculture, published on February 24th, the French National Audit Office assessed public policy support for agricultural innovation. The assessment focused on the three segments of the innovation process downstream of research and development: appropriation by. read more

Bonifruit, a company based in Ternopil, Ukraine, has established a successful collaboration with local farmers to develop the berry business. Specializing in frozen fruit, the company not only purchases berries from farmers but also provides them with high-quality strawberry seedlings free of charge. read more

The initiation of the first shipment of anthurium from Aizawl to Singapore last month has sparked new optimism for the growth of commercial floriculture in the Northeast region. The increasing demand for fresh flowers in the area has also created new opportunities for commercial floriculture... read more

Perspektywy na nadchodzący plon owoców pestkowych w Kalifornii są dobre. "Większość drzew już zakwitła i w przeciwieństwie do ubiegłego roku, tegoroczne kwitnienie było jednolite" - mówi Ryan Howard z Family Tree Farms. "Choć jest to bardzo dobry znak, nadal czeka nas wiele zmian pogodowych i plon może być... read more

The global melon market is currently experiencing significant changes due to shifts in consumption patterns, logistical challenges, and the growing importance of product differentiation. With a rising demand for premium melon products, producers and exporters have had to adjust their strategies to stay competitive. Supermarkets are also adapting to these trends by offering a wider variety of melon options to meet consumer preferences. read more

The Italian Fruit and Vegetable Service Center (CSO Italy) has announced that the official launch of the promotional project dedicated to berries called "Berry Swing" will take place during the Macfrut 2025 fair in Rimini (6-8 May). This event is part of the "Berry Area" conference. read more

The international market in early 2025 has experienced significant decreases in orange juice prices, driven by poor quality and low demand caused by high prices. The May 2025 contract at ICE Futures recorded a 20.6% drop in March and a 42.8% decrease for the year, closing at 276.45 cents per pound as of. read more

The Bolognese Consortium of Quality Italian Potatoes once again promoted the values of sports and a healthy (and tasty) diet. This time they did so by inviting Elena Spisni, a native influencer from Bologna known for "bastachesiapasta," to the Selenella Club. read more

Najnowsze dane rynkowe ujawniają znaczące zmiany cen dla różnych kategorii produktów rolnych, jak wynika z porównania bieżących i poprzednich średnich cen tygodniowych. W przypadku jabłek (inne w środku sezonu), średnia cena wzrosła z £1.10 do £1.37, co odzwierciedla wzrost o £0.27 lub zmianę o 25% w skali tygodnia. read more

W eksportze peruwiańskich karczochów w lutym tego roku odnotowano spadek w porównaniu do tego samego miesiąca poprzedniego roku. W lutym 2025 roku Peru wyeksportowało 3 002 ton karczochów o wartości 7,62 miliona dolarów. Stanowi to o 0,2% mniej pod względem objętości i o 15,4% mniej pod względem wartości niż w lutym 2024 roku, co jest wynikiem spadku eksportu. read more

Recent research in Spain is investigating the potential of edible mushrooms as a substitute for salt in meat products. Excessive salt consumption has been linked to cardiovascular risks, with processed foods, such as meat, being a major contributor to daily salt intake. The meat industry is currently facing the challenge of finding healthier alternatives. read more

The vertical microgreen farm established in Kyiv, Ukraine, by partners Oleksandr Bilyak and Roman Mykhalevych has been operating since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, continuously improving its technologies, reports EastFruit. read more