In 2024, Peruvian blueberry exports reached a value of 2.27 billion US dollars, representing a 35% increase compared to 2023 and solidifying the country as the world's leading exporter of blueberries. 326,000 tons of blueberries were shipped, marking a 57% growth compared to the read more

If the situation on the wholesale white cabbage market is to remain unchanged compared to previous seasons, there are about ten days left to revive the upward trend in prices of this vegetable. read more

However, it is still too early to quantify the full extent of the damages. "For many producers, these were challenging days. The top priority now is safety, followed by cleanup efforts. Once conditions allow, an assessment of crop losses will be made." read more

The total harvest of edible mushrooms in farms with at least 0.1 hectares of production area amounted to 77,700 tons in 2024. The majority of mushroom production, accounting for 97.5%, was attributed to champignons. The remaining harvest volume consisted of oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and... read more

The total harvest of edible mushrooms in operations with at least 0.1 hectares of production area amounted to 77,700 tons in 2024. The majority of the edible mushroom production, accounting for 97.5%, consisted of champignons. The remaining harvest volume was made up of oyster mushrooms, shiitake, and... read more

Leaders from Japan's fresh produce and food industries had the opportunity to experience the finest of Australian horticulture at a showcase dinner in Tokyo on March 11. read more

China has started the process of destroying the 1,300 containers of Chilean cherries that were in poor condition after the Maersk ship, Saltoro, was stranded in the Pacific for over 20 days. read more

One year after signing an agreement with the French Ministry of Agriculture at the Paris International Agricultural Show 2024, the National Union of French Chestnut Producers (SNPC) presented the details of the National Chestnut Plan for the 4-year period 2025-2029 at this year's International Agricultural Show. read more

The global macadamia industry is experiencing a resurgence and significant growth, with rising prices and enhanced market positioning contributing to stabilizing a sector that had been facing challenges since the economic downturn caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. Strategic marketing initiatives have successfully established macadamia nuts as a read more

In 2024, Kazakhstan exported 944,400 tons of fresh vegetables, which was a 50% increase compared to 2023. The country's agricultural sector generated over $100 million from these exports. A significant growth area was in potato exports, which increased by 37% to 563,900 tons. The largest shipment was sent to Uzbekistan. read more

Morning Star Tomatoes, located in Woodland, California, has acquired a Del Monte Foods facility near Hanford, as confirmed by owner Chris Rufer to the Hanford Sentinel. Morning Star, which operates three factories in California, currently processes about 40% of the state's tomato production. read more

Singapore has named a new orchid species after Party General Secretary Tô Lâm and his spouse Ngô Phương Ly. The naming ceremony was held at the Singapore Botanic Gardens on Wednesday as part of their official visit to the city-state, with the Singaporean Prime Minister in attendance. read more

Sezon słodkiego kukurydzy z Senegalu zaczyna teraz nabierać tempa w firmie Hermans Suikermaïs, chociaż dostępność pozostaje głównym wyzwaniem. "Mamy z tym do czynienia od grudnia. Wystąpiły problemy z kiełkowaniem nasion podczas uprawy, i teraz widzimy konsekwencje tego." read more

Peru is solidifying its position as the world's top blueberry exporter with record sales exceeding $2.27 billion in 2024 to major global markets. This season is expected to continue until April this year, as reported by the Ministry of Agrarian Development and Irrigation (Midagri) in Peru. read more

After a relatively early start to the season, the supply of Moroccan citrus fruits has slowed down lately. "Berkane clementines were continuously available in November and December, but the quality was rather poor. The first Navel oranges of Moroccan origin were available before Christmas, read more

Goodness Grown is building a 20-hectare high-tech greenhouse to produce premium gourmet and Roma tomatoes consistently, while also establishing new standards in efficiency, sustainability, and innovation in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). Central to this project is an ... read more

Twelve autonomous regions in Spain are still on alert due to storm Jana. Last Thursday afternoon, the rains were especially intense in Murcia, where the forecast from Spain's State Meteorological Agency was surpassed. While heavy rains were reported in several agricultural areas, Lorca was the most affected. read more

Maria Concetta Strano leads the CREA OFA team in Acireale, who are dedicated to developing edible anti-fungal coatings for high-value lemon fruits to be stored in cold conditions. This research is part of their ongoing project. read more

We are in the midst of artichoke season, but adverse weather conditions are slowing down trading in wholesale markets. In Bergamo, Federico Fapanni, a seller at Ortobergamo company, is photographing the current situation. read more

National transport strike. After yet another unproductive meeting at the Ministry of Transport, Trasportounito has decided to propose to the category, during the assembly scheduled for March 16th in Anagni, the extreme measure of a national strike of transportation services. read more