Spending on perennial plants is expected to be strong in 2025, with color and quality being the top considerations, as per a recent survey conducted by Proven Winners. The 2025 Perennial Survey collected feedback from over 14,000 gardeners in the United States and Canada. read more

Według danych z projektu monitorowania codziennego EastFruit, w tym tygodniu odnotowano spadek cen marchwi na ukraińskim rynku warzyw korzeniowych. Ten spadek cen jest przypisywany aktywnym sprzedażom przechowywanych produktów z magazynów. read more

The introduction of tariffs on fresh products imported from Canada and Mexico could have a significant impact on fruit and vegetable consumption in the United States, as reported by thepacker.com. In addition to making these products less accessible to American citizens, the measure could complicate... read more

In an era of fluctuating market conditions and evolving consumer demands, South African company Carara Agro Processing aims to establish itself as a leader in the agricultural processing industry by setting the benchmark for quality and reliability. Carara ensures that its cherry peppers and other vegetable products are of the highest quality. read more

W dziesięć ostatnich lat wydajność sadów w Republice Mołdawii znacząco wzrosła, zarówno jeśli chodzi o owoce pestkowe (wiśnie, morele, brzoskwinie, śliwki), jak i owoce pestkowe (jabłka, gruszki, pigwy). Informację tę podał Vasile Șarban, Sekretarz Stanu w Ministerstwie. read more

Protecting the cultivation of the Tonda Gentile Trilobata hazelnut, a variety intended to become the I.G.P. Piedmont Hazelnut, renowned and appreciated worldwide, is the objective of the working group that opened on Monday, March 17th in the Piedmont Region. read more

Zespri has issued initial guidelines to growers for the 2025/26 season, highlighting robust OGR per tray and per hectare ranges. The kiwifruit company provides preliminary forecast guidance as the early season fruit enters the market, which is later adjusted as more information becomes available. read more

Wholesaler Halles Paris Sud, located at the center of the Rungis market, procures the finest fresh fruits and vegetables to supply Parisian restaurants, hotels, and bakeries. "We operate as semi-wholesalers, purchasing fresh produce directly from the Rungis market in pallet quantities, which we store in our" read more

The Peruvian ginger industry is currently experiencing phytosanitary challenges that may impact its international competitiveness. The sector is facing mixed expectations due to the growth of the crop and competition from countries like Brazil. The stability of the market will be influenced by how Peruvian producers navigate these issues. read more

On May 31, 2024, everything changed in Rob Veenstra's life. During a work trip in Japan, he fell down the stairs and suffered a high transverse spinal cord injury to his neck (C3). This tragic fall led to severe brain damage and blindness on his right side, rendering Rob unable to read. read more

Rynek borówek ciągle ewoluuje, napędzany nowymi wymaganiami konsumentów i wyzwaniami produkcyjnymi, z którymi boryka się branża. Pomimo ciągłego wzrostu globalnego popytu, producenci są zmuszeni dostosować się do nowej rzeczywistości, jaką jest odnawianie odmian. "Nowe odmiany borówek nie są tylko lepsze niż" read more

In the fruit cultivation panorama, the training systems are mainly distinguished into two models: wall forms, which grow in height and require the use of harvesting platforms, and volume forms, manageable entirely from the ground. The choice of the training system has a profound impact. read more

Specklinia digitale is an epiphytic orchid native to Mexico. Due to habitat destruction, it is now considered an endangered species, and as far as we know, no efforts have been made to establish ex situ conservation programs. In this study, we present an in situ assessment of its flowers. read more

Peru exported 81,084,815 boxes (8.2 kilos each) of table grapes up to week 10 of this season, which is 32% more than in the same period last year, according to a report by Fresh Cargo Peru. This equates to 664,895 tons exported in 43,001 containers with a total FOB value of $1.6 billion. read more

The main shipping companies that have reported their financial results so far have recorded a total 2024-FY EBIT of USD 27.3 billion. This is a significant decrease compared to the combined EBIT of nearly USD 200 billion for 2021 and 2022 from the same group of shipping companies. read more

In cooperation with Chilean fruit exporter Nicofrut, Silvia Piezzi of Cesil has been exporting Chilean apples to the European market for years. The available varieties include Royal Gala, Gala, Granny, Fuji, and Cripps Pink. "Overall, we anticipate a decrease in fruit yield this year. The sizes are slightly read more

The Almond Board of Australia (ABA) released its January position report on March 11, 2025, which outlined the volumes and destinations of almond shipments, similar to the reports released by the Almond Board of California. Australian exporters sent out almost 5.3 thousand metric tonnes (mt) in January 2025, indicating a read more

The increase in pathogens caused by climate change is putting several production systems at risk. The new threat for citrus fruits is called Greening, caused by a bacterium, Candidatus Liberibacter, transmitted by vector insects (psyllids, small parasites), which kills the plant in a few years. read more

On Monday, March 10, 2025, Carlos Magdalena, Scientific & Botanical Research Horticulturist at Kew Gardens, was awarded the Officer's Cross of the Order of Isabella the Catholic for his dedicated work in the field of horticulture. The Royal Order of Isabella the Catholic is one of the three highest civilian honors in Spain. read more

High column of smoke visible in a large part of Milan due to a fire that broke out last night at the Milan Ortomercato, owned by Sogemi, on the eastern outskirts of the city, between Via Vismara and Via Lombroso. At least 15 teams of firefighters have responded to the scene. read more