As 2024 is coming to a close, in the lemon category, the Southern Hemisphere has long finished its season in September-October. "This year was marked by lower global production levels," says Alejandro Moralejo, CEO of Salix Fruits. "Both South Africa and Argentina faced challenges in production." read more

ALDI, part of the ALDI SÜD Group, a multinational reference in Organized Retail, is strengthening its presence in Emilia-Romagna, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Lombardy, Veneto, and Piedmont with the opening of six new stores, ready to welcome customers. read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) has launched a new grant initiative to support aggregation models that aim to develop value chains in the horticulture and berry sectors in the Lviv region. Under this initiative, projects can receive grants of up to US$150,000 each. read more

The onion harvest at Premium Fresh in Tasmania is still 2-3 weeks away, but it is looking promising. "We had a late start to planting," said Jim Ertler from the company. "This has been made up by some good growth weather in December, which has also increased the potential for a good harvest." read more

Quality Horticulture has announced the expansion of its distribution platform into the United States. By adding a facility in Ontario, California to their existing distribution hubs in eastern and western Canada, Quality Horticulture brings over 25 years of experience to the market. read more

In the two weeks leading up to Christmas 2024, short and medium-term rentals of refrigerated vehicles for transporting food, wines, and sparkling wines have increased by 15% compared to the same period last year. This was announced by Innovazione Noleggio, a leading company in the rental of such vehicles. read more

Według analityków z EastFruit, Turkmenistan, w większym stopniu, oraz Uzbekistan, w mniejszym stopniu, borykają się z znaczącymi trudnościami w sprzedaży warzyw szklarniowych. Obecnie największym problemem jest segment pomidorów szklarniowych, chociaż zazwyczaj jest to szczyt sezonu dla tego produktu. read more

Od czasu gdy Astra, japoński innowacyjny producent obieraków, zaczął wprowadzać swoje obieraki za granicę zaledwie kilka lat temu, modele obieraków ananasów KA-750PM szybko zyskały zaufanie firm w ponad 60 krajach. W tym tygodniu firma zaczęła sprzedawać swój nowo opracowany obierak ananasów. read more

Christmas is the perfect opportunity to enrich culinary traditions with new inspirations, making the holiday table a true journey of flavors. Following the growing trend, Dole Italia, a leader in the production and distribution of premium quality fresh fruit, suggests... read more

India's diverse climate allows for the cultivation of a wide variety of fruits and vegetables, making it one of the largest producers in the world. India is the second-largest producer of horticultural products, accounting for around 12% of global fruit and vegetable production with only about 17% of the land used for agriculture. read more

India: Hopcoms outlets in Karnataka on the verge of closure
Due to the increasing popularity of online platforms and private vendors offering fruits and vegetables sourced directly from farmers at competitive prices, the outlets of Horticultural Producers' Cooperative, which is owned by the Karnataka government, are facing the possibility of shutting down. read more

The end of the year always offers a chance to reflect on how macadamia nuts have contributed to driving creativity in the global food and beverage industry over the past 12 months. The product launches of 2024 showcase not just the versatility of this high-quality ingredient, but also the changing preferences of consumers. read more

Valencia's persimmon season will end with a 50% decrease in production due to the drought, the DANA, and the challenges in accessing the crops caused by the poor condition of the roads. This season in Ribera del Júcar, only 150 million kilos will be harvested out of the expected 300 million. Producers read more

Flowers bring people together and provide comfort, while plants enhance our living environment and promote our mental and physical health. Sustainability is a crucial factor for the future of the industry. The floriculture sector is dedicated to improving the sustainability of the entire floral supply chain. read more

Był to bardzo płynny okres zbiorów orzechów włoskich w Kalifornii jesienią minionego roku, jednak nie w pozytywny sposób. "Skończyliśmy szybko, ponieważ w całym stanie zbór spadł o 28 do 30 procent w porównaniu z ubiegłym rokiem" - mówi Bill Carriere z Carriere Family Farms. Zauważa, że stan ten wyszedł po rekordowym zbiorze w 2023 roku. read more

In winter, the LLombart range includes the Rosé Orange, also known as California Rojo or Red Navel. This extraordinary citrus fruit, grown in Spain and South Africa, is said to delight with its unique aroma and characteristic coloring, caused by the phytochemical lycopene. read more

Flowers Canada (Ontario) Inc. (FCO) held its 58th Annual General Meeting and Winter Event at the Holiday Inn & Suites St. Catharines Conference Centre on November 27, 2024. "We're happy to report that our strategy of delivering a strong speaker lineup has been successful, resulting in 95 read more

The Spanish Federation of Associations of Producers Exporters of Fruits, Vegetables, Flowers and Live Plants (FEPEX) has today elected Cecilio as president.

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Once again, Messe Essen will be the international meeting point for the horticultural industry when IPM Essen opens its doors for the 41st time from January 28 to 31, 2025. A special highlight awaits the green retail sector in the center of the fully booked exhibition grounds: the IPM. read more

After learning that the Port Authority is processing an authorization with the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food for the import of Egyptian potatoes through the Port of Alicante, read more