Among Kenyans, there is online controversy surrounding the upcoming state visit of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, which was announced last week. The royal couple is scheduled to visit the East African country from March 18 to 20, at the invitation of President William Ruto. However, President Ruto is currently facing... read more

Chinese consumers are purchasing abundant flower arrangements to decorate their homes for this year's Spring Festival starting on Jan 29. This is made possible by improved transportation from Yunnan Province, the country's main flower-growing region. Flower sales are booming in anticipation of China's most important festival. read more

In 2024, Greek apple exports reached 25,578 tons, which was a 50% increase compared to the previous season. Out of this total, 18,859 tons were exported to Egypt. This growth can be attributed in part to the relaxation of currency flow restrictions in Egypt. read more

The harvesting of Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) strawberry cultivars has begun a few weeks ago in the main areas of the Mediterranean Basin. The use of NSG varieties has increased by 15% for the 2024/25 campaign compared to the previous one. read more

The Philippines saw a decrease in its ranking as a worldwide banana exporter, dropping from third to fourth place in 2024, as reported by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This change was linked to a 3% decrease in banana exports, which was influenced by negative factors. read more

Sezon marokańskich borówek rozpoczął się dość cicho, na tle zaciętej konkurencji, podczas gdy inne regiony dostarczają duże ilości na światowy rynek. Wciąż jest za wcześnie, aby uzyskać jasny obraz kształtowania się sezonu, ale wskaźniki dają marokańskim eksporterom dobrą
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Od 28 stycznia do 31 stycznia 2025 r. IPM Essen ponownie odbędzie się w Essen, Niemczech. To wydarzenie stanowi centralną platformę dla specjalistów z branży ogrodniczej do wymiany wiedzy, eksploracji innowacji i wzmacniania relacji biznesowych. "IPM Essen pozostaje istotnym spotkaniem. read more

Klasmann-Deilmann, międzynarodowy dostawca substratów, twierdzi, że jednym z jego największych wyzwań jest transformacja firmy w kierunku zrównoważonego modelu. W swoim raporcie zrównoważonego rozwoju na 2023 rok, Klasmann-Deilmann opisał swoje działania mające na celu zmniejszenie emisji CO2 oraz zwiększenie wykorzystania alternatywnych. read more

Starting from January 14th, the Cosmic Crisp apple, a Voge Vip apple with a celestial taste, is once again available in European markets, bringing with it a multi-channel advertising campaign. Volumes have increased to 21,000 tons. read more

A new biostimulant product made from extracts of algae, derived from native strains from Mar Menor (Region of Murcia) and La Albufera (Valencian Community), is being studied. It promises to revolutionize horticultural and citrus agriculture. This innovation is at the core of the Linomar project. read more

Peloton Produce is a company based in Lincolnshire that grows vegetables in the heart of Lincolnshire on silt lands and Cornwall, as well as in Southern Spain. They reported that in the lead-up to Christmas, sales were strong and crops were generally exceeding production forecasts. During the Christmas... read more

Authorities in Turkey have taken action against a plant disease detected in a shipment of potatoes, resulting in the destruction of approximately 400 tons at a port in the southern city of Mersin. The shipment, which was initially exported to Tunisia, was sent back to Turkey, where it was found to be contaminated. read more

The Dutch rose grower Marjoland has introduced a new rose called Novi. "The 10th rose from Marjoland completes the assortment with its intense orange color," shared the Marjoland team on LinkedIn. They also mentioned that the first roses are being harvested and will soon be available exclusively. read more

W Bangladeshu powierzchnia przeznaczona na uprawę ziemniaków wzrosła do rekordowych 521 000 hektarów w tym roku. Pomimo tego wzrostu producenci coraz bardziej martwią się o straty finansowe spowodowane spadającymi cenami ziemniaków. Ceny detaliczne w Dhace spadły do przedziału od 0,27 do 0,46 USD za 1 kg. read more

Rynek pora na porówki picked up after the festive season. "We remained busy during the Christmas period. That's not a bad thing, but fortunately, prices are decent again now. I think everyone can make a living," says Tom Desmet of Desmet Agro. The leek market has been volatile so far, explains read more

The strawberry harvest in Egypt started in mid-November, and the first deliveries reached Europe in the 47th week of last year. The initial high price, almost double compared to the previous season due to lack of competition in the market, has already started to decrease. read more

Rwanda witnessed a significant growth in its fruit export industry during the fiscal year 2023/2024, with official reports showing a 61% increase in revenue to $30.6 million, compared to $19 million in the previous period. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources. read more

Selex Retail Group confirms its leading role in the Private Label sector, presenting at Marca by BolognaFiere the achieved results and future strategies. With a turnover in Private Label of around 2.2 billion euros in 2024 and a growth trend exceeding 6%, the read more

Amidst the lush, rolling hills of Mao, a little girl would hurry home from school, her footsteps quickening as the scent of fresh earth and wildflowers filled the air. Her parents, hardworking farmers, would be in the fields; she would eagerly lend a hand, carrying baskets of fruits and. read more

Europe's mushroom cultivation is a strategic agricultural sector that blends tradition with innovation. This sector produces approximately one million tonnes of mushrooms annually, offering a significant source of income for thousands of farmers. Additionally, mushrooms provide a healthy and sustainable food product. read more