It was May 29, 2015 when the Italian fruit and vegetable sector welcomed the birth of Opera La Pera. Ten years later, the landscape has changed profoundly, as have market conditions and conditions in the fields, but the Consortium's mission remains the same: to enhance the value of pears and the. read more

The long-standing request of farmers from the Kanniyakumari district to establish a fragrance factory at the Floriculture Research Station (FRS) in Thovalai has been on hold for over seven years. Despite continuous urging from farmers in the region for the project to be implemented, read more

The CNB Dutch Peony Days will take place from June 4 to 6 in Bovenkarspel, the Netherlands. This event will feature 70 to 100 different varieties of peonies and has attracted significant international interest. Attendees can expect to see the latest developments in peony cultivation, including this season's trends, quality, and standout selections. read more

Yesterday morning, a memorandum of understanding was signed at the Prefecture in Cuneo for the management of seasonal workers employed in the fruit and vegetable sector. The agreement involves a network of various organizations and institutions: the Prefecture, the Piedmont Region, the Province of Cuneo, read more

How do we determine the true preferences of floral consumers? What impact does research have on shaping floral trends and effective marketing strategies? In this special episode of the Bloom Show Takeover below, they explore the significance of data in driving the floriculture sector. Guest host Dr. Melinda Knuth, read more

The Global Potato Summit 2025 is scheduled for December 11-12 at the India Expo Mart, Greater Noida, Delhi NCR, India. The event will conclude with live farm demonstrations on December 13 at a nearby site. After its debut at the World Potato Congress 2024 in Adelaide, the summit aims to unite... read more

Kiedyś firmy transportowe mogły używać punktualnych dostaw jako atutu. Obecnie dostarczenie na czas jest powszechnym podstawowym wymaganiem. Aby konsekwentnie osiągać to cel, Ablas International Logistics, które skupia się na Niemczech, Polsce i Europie Wschodniej, stosuje system rotacji kierowców.

In the past, transport companies could use timely arrivals as a trump card. These days, just-in-time delivery is a common basic requirement. To consistently achieve that, Ablas International Logistics, which focuses on Germany, Poland, and Eastern Europe, uses a driver rotation system. read more

The black-red federal government is planning to increase the minimum wage to EUR 15. This would also require strawberry farmers to pay their mostly foreign seasonal workers (mostly from Romania) EUR 15 per hour. read more

Kwiaty nadal stanowią główny element eksportu hortikultury Kenii, gdy kraj przygotowuje się do organizacji 12. edycji Międzynarodowej Wystawy Florystycznej (IFTEX). read more

Uganda has restored direct air connections with the United Kingdom, ending nearly a decade without such links, reports FPC. The route, which began operations in May 2025, provides dedicated cargo capacity for exporting fresh produce such as bananas, avocados, chillies, fine beans, and sweet potatoes. read more

With the upcoming 4th of July being the next major U.S. holiday, there is anticipation of a plentiful supply of avocados for the occasion. Currently, the avocado supply is strong, sourced from various regions. "There's fruit predominantly from four countries." read more

Organto Foods Inc. has announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025, revealing record-breaking sales and the company's first positive EBITDA in history. All figures are stated in Canadian dollars and comply with International Financial Reporting Standards. read more

Orange Export, an ambitious project connecting small organic lemon producers with international markets, was launched in Colombia in 2017. The project, which initially began with only three farmers shipping half a container every two weeks, has now achieved a significant milestone as we are prepared to ship our products internationally. read more

Dane rynkowe tego tygodnia ujawniają znaczne zmiany cen w kluczowych kategoriach owoców i warzyw, przy czym niektóre towary wykazują ostre odchylenia od średnich cen zeszłego tygodnia. Wśród najbardziej godnych uwagi zmian jest cena "Jabłka - Inny późny sezon", która wykazała gwałtowny spadek. Średnia cena read more

The marketing of Greek sweet cherries started late this year, with a delay of about two weeks. The first deliveries were delayed until May 10 due to late frost in the northern Greek growing region of Pella. Despite beginning the season with considerably higher prices than last year, the demand for Greek sweet cherries remains strong. read more

The Third Colombian Banana Congress, organized by the Association of Banana Growers of Magdalena and La Guajira (Asbama), brought together 1,734 attendees for two academic and commercial days held on May 22 and 23, 2025, in Santa Marta, Colombia. The event has become a key forum for the banana industry. read more

The Regulatory Council of the Protected Designation of Origin Cereza del Jerte has started certifying the first cherries of the season to guarantee their highest quality. This year's campaign will be characterized by the certification of three new cherry varieties: Van, Lapins, and Burlat. They join the... read more