In the last year (2023-2024 season), Israel faced a war situation triggered by a deadly attack carried out by Hamas and Hezbollah on civilian communities in the Western Negev, near the Gaza Strip, and in the Galilee in the north, near Lebanon. Despite these challenges, citrus growers in the area continued their operations. read more

"Ekstremalne warunki pogodowe oraz napięcia geopolityczne sprawiły, że rok 2024 był wyzwaniem dla holenderskiego sektora owocowo-warzywnego. W 2024 roku stało się jasne jak nigdy dotąd, że ciągła dostępność owoców i warzyw nie jest rzeczą oczywistą. Pomimo trudności, sektor ten okazał się odporny. Z" read more

Morocco is preparing for a season of great success in terms of citrus exports. According to a recent report from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), as reported by Agrimaroc, the country expects to export a total of 597 thousand tons of citrus fruits during the. read more

A new year brings global opportunities. Last fall, Suntory Flowers Limited acquired its European partner MNP (Moerheim New Plants) in The Netherlands as part of its initiative to expand business in Europe. This new venture will strengthen Suntory's operations in bedding plants as well as in fresh-cut flowers. read more

Chile's 2024-2025 stone fruit season is in full swing. "We expect to export 20% more stone fruit than last season, which amounts to approximately 2.7 million boxes," stated Sebastián Rodríguez, commercial director of Verfrut, a company that grows plums, peaches, and nectarines on 800 hectares. read more

By Decree of December 11, 2024 of the Ministry of Health, Alzchem Trostberg GmbH obtained, in accordance with Regulation (EC) 1107/2009 and in compliance with Regulation (EC) No. 396/2005, the modification of the authorization of the plant protection product called Sitofex® - already registered for kiwi. read more

The severe frost in July 2024 has significantly impacted the lemon harvest in Argentina, reducing the availability of this fruit, particularly during the peak summer months in the southern hemisphere when demand is highest. Consequently, despite being a global leader in the production of lemon juice, peels, and... read more

At EARL Les Chambres, located in the Drôme department, the tomatoes, strawberries, cucumbers, and other produce previously grown in a 3,000m² greenhouse have been replaced by clementines, pomelos, oranges, and avocados. Anthony Oboussier, the head of the French company, discusses the reasons for this transition. read more

Avocados from Kenya, passion fruit from Ghana, limes from Colombia, sweet corn from Morocco, ginger from Brazil, citrus fruit from Egypt, pitahayas from Ecuador, and mangoes from Senegal - international buyers will find the best from many developing and emerging countries at the Import Promotion. read more

Zespri Kiwifruit, a New Zealand-based company that is a global leader in the production and marketing of kiwifruit, will once again be a key player in Cortina d'Ampezzo during the women's stage of the Audi Ski FIS World Cup, scheduled for January 18 and 19, 2025. read more

Pięć lat temu w RPA, firma Caracal Fruit Trading została założona jako część Jaguar The Fresh Company. Z Marcel Blignautem jako dyrektorem zarządzającym w Paarl, firma skupia się na eksporcie południowoafrykańskich owoców z gatunków "top fruit" oraz cytrusów do Europy, reszty Afryki, Bliskiego i Środkowego Wschodu. "Sprzedajemy read more

The relocation of the European headquarters of plant protection products for crop defense is considered one of the most important challenges that the horticultural sector must face, or rather, "endure," given the unilateral imposition of the process. According to several operators, it is a top priority. read more

Planning the blueberry growing season requires a precise approach and access to high-quality plant protection products. Key treatments performed at the right time can significantly impact the health of the plants and the abundance of the harvest.

read more

W listopadzie i grudniu 2024 roku Maroko rozpoczęło wysyłkę mandarynek Clemenules i Nour do Stanów Zjednoczonych, ale sezon nie miał wymarzonego początku. "To był bardzo skomplikowany początek, ponieważ jakość owoców nie była zbyt dobra" - mówi Miles Fraser-Jones z Sierra Produce. "Konsystencja była dużym. read more

The Alegra Group (which brings together the three commercial companies Alegra, Valfrutta Fresco, and Brio specialized in fruits and vegetables) returns to Marca, the international trade fair dedicated to private label products scheduled at the fairgrounds in Bologna today and tomorrow, January 15 and 16. read more

The Shanxi Province in North China has reached a significant milestone in fruit exports, with products reaching 78 countries and regions, including key markets such as the United States, Australia, and Russia. Taiyuan Customs emphasized the export of 73 different types of fruit, showcasing a noteworthy accomplishment for the region. read more

Residents of Kaliningrad will not be able to find locally grown vegetables during the winter and spring, as stated by the regional Ministry of Agriculture. This is a result of climate conditions and required technological breaks in greenhouse operations. Open-field vegetable production is active from May to August. read more

The investigation into South Africa's fresh produce market, which began in March 2023, aimed to uncover the factors contributing to the limited involvement of historically disadvantaged individuals (HDPs) and to assess whether price distortions were negatively impacting small-scale farmers and increasing consumer prices. read more

Leonardo Capitanio, President of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), emphasized the importance of ornamental plants in improving environmental quality and stimulating economic growth during his keynote address at the 8th National Ornamental Plants Congress in Ankara, Turkey. read more

Nowa Zelandia ma dwie główne regiony uprawy jabłek, Hawkes Bay na Wyspie Północnej i Nelson na Wyspie Południowej, które stanowią około 88% produkcji. Reszta jest rozproszona po Otago, Gisborne, Waikato i Wairarapa. Wydaje się, że nowozelandzki przemysł jabłkowy odzyskał siły. read more