Two innovative British food production technology companies have established a new partnership and are presenting together at this week's RHS Chelsea Flower Show to demonstrate the advantages of advanced growing systems powered by Advanced Aeroponics™. LettUs Grow, an agri-tech company based in Bristol and known for their pioneering work... read more

W 2024 roku liczba alertów dotyczących bezpieczeństwa żywności przekazywanych między państwami członkowskimi UE wzrosła, a wśród najczęściej zgłaszanych kategorii znajdowały się świeże owoce, warzywa oraz produkty z orzechów - informuje Komisja Europejska. Sieć Alertu i Współpracy (ACN), która obejmuje Szybką Alert read more

The unusual frequency of rain recorded between April and May is causing difficulties for the production of pears in Cuneo and Piedmont. This was highlighted by Coldiretti, which has requested the Regional Agriculture Assessor Paolo Bongioanni, through a specific letter, to pay attention to the situation. read more

A promotion conference showcasing the independent innovation achievements in Rosa Chinensis, also known as the China rose, took place on May 18, 2025 at the International Flower Technology Innovation Center in Dounan, Kunming, the capital of Yunnan Province in southwest China. The event introduced... read more

"Nie przybyło jeszcze wiele produktów z Nowej Zelandii do Wielkiej Brytanii ani Europy z powodu dłuższych czasów dostawy" - powiedział Patrick Meikle z firmy Golden Bay Fruit. "Sezon wzrostu minął bez problemów, nie było żadnych dużych zdarzeń pogodowych. Wolumeny są dobre, a rozmiary są nieco większe niż w ubiegłym roku." read more

COT International attended Macfrut last week to introduce its new varieties of apricots, cherries, and plums. The event also served as a platform to emphasize the company's goals regarding varietal selection, which are centered around productivity for producers and taste for consumers. read more

Mariusz Och, sales manager for the Polish machinery manufacturer Green Sort, stated that determining whether a blueberry is hard or soft has been simplified with the use of a blueberry sorting machine that relies on infrared light technology. "During MacFrut, we showcased our blueberry sorting machine," he said. read more

Freshflow, a technology company based in Berlin and Paris, has raised €6.5 million in funding to expand its AI platform tailored for fresh food departments in grocery retail. The funding round was led by World Fund, Capnamic, Venture Stars, Caesar Ventures, and Catatumbo Capital. read more

From 10 to 13 June, the center of horticultural innovation will once again come alive across 27 locations in the Netherlands and Germany, as 56 plant breeders showcase their newest pot and bedding plant varieties at FlowerTrials. Drawing in over 5,000 visitors from over 80 countries last year, read more

Floward has introduced its newest innovation: the first robotic flower vending machine in the MENA region, created specifically for Floward to revolutionize the way people purchase flowers while on the move. Currently available in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, and Kuwait, these machines provide a completely automated, technology-enhanced shopping experience. read more

A new quick-freezing facility for berries has opened in the village of Ozhenyn, Rivne region, western Ukraine. The mini plant was built on the grounds of a former fruit canning factory that had been abandoned for years. The project was developed as part of the Swiss-Ukrainian initiative. read more

Two of the top-performing roses from Star Roses and Plants have received awards from The American Rose Trials for Sustainability (A.R.T.S.) program. A.R.T.S. recognizes the most sustainable, resilient, pest-resistant, and beautiful rose cultivars for use in American landscapes and gardens. Both varieties were honored with awards. read more

The 2025 season has not been easy from the very beginning. Night frosts, frequent temperature fluctuations, and precipitation make it challenging for growers to ensure the quality of fruits and the resistance of plants. At the "Strawberry Inspirations" plantation in Hornigs, the expert is especially focused on this. read more

Two of the top-performing roses from Star Roses and Plants have received awards from The American Rose Trials for Sustainability (A.R.T.S.) program. A.R.T.S. aims to identify the most sustainable, hardy, pest-resistant, and beautiful rose cultivars for use in American landscapes and gardens. Both varieties were recognized for their exceptional qualities. read more

The Vega Baja del Segura region, which spans the Spanish provinces of Murcia and Alicante, is one of the prime locations for cultivating aromatic herbs. While parsley, coriander, mint, spinach, chard, and dill are commonly consumed in other parts of Europe, the same cannot be said for Spain, where... read more

The prices of strawberries in Brazil have remained stable in recent weeks. Direct sales to consumers have shown price variations ranging from approximately $3.00 to $5.60 per kilogram, while wholesale prices, which include transactions with intermediaries and supply centers (Ceasas), have fluctuated between $3.00 and $4.00 per kilogram. read more

On Friday, May 16th, another edition of the event "Tunnel Inspirations" took place at Konrad Kozakiewicz's farm. The event was attended by producers and specialists from the gardening sector, with the main focus of all presentations being raspberry cultivation in tunnels. read more

American Farms, a Florida-based grower that supplies major retailers and landscapers, produces nearly 19 million liners each year on over 100 acres of land. However, as the company experienced growth, it also faced new challenges such as increasing costs, a shortage of labor, and the need to expedite crop turnover without compromising the premium quality it is known for. read more

'Malling Vitality' is a variety of strawberry developed by the Scottish company NIAB East Malling, which is now owned by the Bayer corporation. This breeding program specializes in creating varieties with exceptional fruit quality - intensely red and with a perfect shine. read more

Shelf-life management is now one of the central aspects in melon variety planning. In a context characterized by strong agronomic, logistic, and commercial pressures, HM.Clause has developed a genetic package capable of improving post-harvest durability. read more