The National Garden Bureau (NGB), a 105-year-old non-profit organization, has announced the winners of the 2025 Green Thumb Awards. Established in 1998, these awards recognize new plant varieties and gardening products that meet criteria such as uniqueness, innovation, and problem-solving. read more

Elea's PEF systems utilize precise electrical pulses to open cell membranes through electroporation. The largest system, the PEF Advantage 1000, can process up to 100 tons per hour. The PEF Advantage B Micro, an all-in-one system with a capacity of up to 1.7 tons per hour, is ideal for small producers. read more

Apple imports are currently filling a supply gap in India, as local crops have been affected by weather difficulties, according to Amit Sharma, owner of the Indian fresh produce trader Fresko Fruits. "The Indian apple market is experiencing consistent demand, but local production is encountering challenges due to." read more

The Nitrosfera project, coordinated by the Association of Fruit and Vegetable Producers-Exporters of the Region of Murcia (Proexport), aims to adapt crop nutrition to the requirements of areas vulnerable to nitrate contamination by developing fertilization strategies that include incorporating… read more

High-tech greenhouse growers in Australia are noticing a trend in consumer preferences towards exotic fruits, with several varieties expected to become popular in the market by 2025. One of these is the Jujube or Chinese red date, which is gaining popularity due to its sweet, crunchy texture and health benefits. read more

The importation of apple varieties into Morocco has been steadily increasing, reaching a new peak in the first ten months of 2024 with a total import volume of 9.3 thousand tonnes, valued at over $65 million, as reported by EastFruit. This figure represents a record high since 2011 and... read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment in Cyprus is mobilizing local authorities to safeguard the island's citrus industry from the Asian citrus psyllid, a threat first identified in July 2023. This pest, a carrier of the citrus yellow dragon disease or Huanglongbing, poses a significant risk to citrus crops on the island. read more

The cutting of rhubarb has already begun in the well-known Yorkshire Rhubarb Triangle. Robert Tomlinson from B Tomlinson & Sons started a few days earlier this year due to the mild weather. "The weather has been mild, but it has also been drier, which is making it easier than last year." read more

Jego Królewska Mość Król Willem-Alexander i Jej Królewska Mość Królowa Máxima mają zamiar odbyć wizytę państwową w Kenii na zaproszenie Prezydenta Williama Ruto. Wizyta odbędzie się od wtorku 18 marca do czwartku 20 marca 2025 roku. "Ta pierwsza wizyta państwowa w Kenii jest potwierdzeniem dobrych stosunków i". read more

A comparison of produce prices across European countries for the weeks ending December 29, 2024 (Week 52), and January 5, 2025 (Week 1), shows general stability with minor shifts in specific markets. Belgium (BE) remained stable, with prices unchanged at 96 across both weeks. read more

The end of 2024 was very busy for Biofrais shops in the Haute-Savoie and Ain departments, as they are currently offering a wide range of seasonal organic fruits and vegetables. "During the festive season, there was particularly high demand for all citrus fruits, with a noticeable increase in. read more

"Since late December last year, Chilean cherries have been arriving in large quantities by sea, leading to a rapid decline in selling prices. After New Year's Day, prices continued to drop, and market demand remains insufficient," said Andy Xie from Shanghai Junli International Trade Co., Ltd. read more

Bastia, in Corsica, will host the first meeting of this year of the contact groups from the fruit and vegetable sector of France, Italy, Portugal, and Spain, specifically focusing on the citrus group. The meeting will take place from January 20th to 22nd and is being organized by the sector.

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After a period of calm, which is typical for Egyptian agricultural exports to Europe towards the end of the year, the citrus campaign is now gearing up and is expected to be in full swing in the upcoming weeks. Mohamed Maatouk, the founder of R M Fresh, stated, "The Egyptian orange market has been favorable thus far, but... read more

Researchers from The Ohio State University are requesting voluntary feedback from individuals or businesses involved in growing woody ornamental nursery crops. This brief 5-minute survey is intended to determine research and Extension priorities related to the propagation and liner production of woody ornamental nursery crops. read more

Według Chińskiego Stowarzyszenia Kwiatowego, Chiny są największym producentem świeżo ciętych goździków i lilii na świecie, oraz zajmują drugie miejsce w produkcji świeżych chińskich róż i chryzantem. Dotychczas obszar upraw kwiatów w Chinach osiągnął około 1,5 miliona hektarów. read more

Klaver Flowers begins 2025 as a fully FSI-compliant company. The farm in Wondo Tika, Ethiopia, has not only renewed its MPS-ABC certification but also achieved the EHPEA Code of Practice Silver, benchmarked with Global GAP. These milestones highlight Klaver Flowers' commitment to sustainable… read more

The Italian Competition Authority has published in the bulletin the results of the investigation into the acquisition by Conad Pac2000A of 13 retail stores in the Rome area. read more

The Greek consumption of fruits and vegetables has undergone significant changes over the past 60 years, which is evident in the commercial offerings of wholesale companies that have been catering to the market during this period. One such company is Kavvadias S.A., located in the Athens Central Market. read more

Sprzedaż detaliczna i konsumpcja domowa były żywe podczas okresu świątecznego, a sprzedaż nadal utrzymuje się na wysokim poziomie, gdy w tym tygodniu kraj dotknęła fala zimna. Zgodnie z danymi dotyczącymi plonów, ogłoszonymi przed świętami Bożego Narodzenia, wydaje się, że znaczna część dodatkowej obsianej powierzchni w tym roku została zużyta wcześnie w sezonie. read more