Chiquita, together with project partners Yelloway KeyGene, MusaRadix, and Wageningen University and Research (WUR), is proud to announce the arrival of Yelloway One (YW01), a revolutionary banana hybrid resistant to Tropical Race 4 (TR4) and partially resistant to Black Sigatoka. read more

This is the second year that Florette launches the Ambassador Program to provide support to fruit vendors throughout Spain. This program offers assistance through provided merchandising and educational materials.

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The Ukrainian company Mnagor from Vinnytsia has amazed the world with its new variety of sweet corn called Vyshyvanka. Following the success of the Ukrainian Bicolor, this new corn variety combines several colors on a single ear – yellow, blue, red, purple, and green – and has quickly gained popularity. read more

Wildlife officials at Enchanted Rock State Natural Area in Texas are urging visitors to stop carving shapes into the park's prickly pear cacti. Recently, visitors have been engraving smiley faces and hearts into the cacti, which can cause severe harm, including the death of the cactus pads or. read more

DiMuto has announced a strategic expansion of its operations in Mexico, focusing on the fresh strawberries and dry vegetables sector. By partnering with a global produce distributor in the United States, DiMuto is set to revolutionize the digital transformation of the fresh produce supply chain. Leveraging its expertise and technology, DiMuto aims to enhance traceability and transparency in the industry. read more

Zespół EastFruit rozpoczyna proces selekcji importerów owoców i warzyw oraz kupców sieci supermarketów z Polski, Rumunii, Ukrainy, Kazachstanu i Uzbekistanu na bezpłatną wycieczkę na targi Food Africa w Kairze, w Egipcie, od 3 do 5 grudnia 2024 r., w ramach których odbędą się negocjacje. read more

Na przeddzień nowego sezonu hiszpańskich pomarańczy, który rozpocznie się w Andaluzji za kilka dni, Ministerstwo Rolnictwa, Rybołówstwa i Żywności opublikowało nowy wzmocniony raport monitorujący import cytrusów do UE, z zaawansowanymi danymi za wrzesień. UE rozpoczęła sezon 2024/25 od importu. read more

The flood disaster that occurred a few weeks ago has caused significant damage in many areas of Lower Austria. This situation has been worsened by the current inflation and a decrease in consumer confidence in specific retail sectors. However, despite these challenges, vegetable producer and wholesaler Heinrich Penz from Melk is optimistic about the future. read more

The Association of Producers and Exporters of Strawberries of Huelva, Freshuelva, reported that the sector has completed the 2023-2024 campaign with a total production of 221,412 tons of strawberries, representing a 9% decrease compared to the previous campaign. These data reflect a read more

Sarah Hawkless, the founder of Emerden – a flower farm, seed, and plant merchant in Taranaki, is part of a new generation of female, small-scale, seasonal flower growers who are following their passion for nature and color while creating thriving businesses that cater to our love for all kinds of flowers. read more

Fruit Attraction concluded its 16th edition on October 10 with record-breaking participation levels. A total of 117,370 professionals from 145 countries attended the event, marking a 13% increase compared to the previous year. The event was organized by IFEMA Madrid and FEPEX, with Andalusia as the Guest of Honor. read more

We are delighted to announce that the Australian macadamia industry has once again achieved 100% compliance in the National Residue Survey (NRS). The 2023-24 survey represents the 27th consecutive year of flawless results, underscoring our industry's dedication to excellence and sustainable macadamia production. read more

"Liege Airport (LGG) has the potential to become Europe's largest air cargo flower hub," says Willum van den Hoogen, Managing Director at Florius International FZCO, a flower supplier with farms in Ethiopia, Kenya, and Colombia. This potential is due to the reduced air cargo capacity at Schiphol Airport. read more

Deputy Minister of Agriculture Nigina Anvari has reported that Tajikistan has experienced a 30% increase in its agricultural exports to Russia over the past nine months. In contrast, imports from Russia to Tajikistan have surged by 38% during the same period compared to 2023. read more

Fresh Solutions Network® announced that a sustainable packaging design for SPUDS less-than-perfect potatoes won first place in the nationwide Student Design Challenge. The winning design, developed by a team of four Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCAD) students, was revealed. read more

From November 21 to 23, 2024, the apple world will meet in Bolzano for the thirteenth edition of Interpoma, the international trade show dedicated to the apple sector. read more

Τhe różne odmiany greckich gruszek stoją obecnie w zupełnie innej sytuacji rynkowej, zdaniem prezesa greckiego eksportera owoców O.P. Gaia Fruit z Tirnavos, pana Christosa Tassoulasa. Jak twierdzi: "Obecnie eksportowane są tylko odmiany Santa Maria i Kosia. read more

Jet Fresh Flower Growers has recently announced their new partnership as an Authorized VIP Rose Producer and Distributor for North America and the Caribbean. This partnership aims to introduce VIP Wax Dipped Roses as well as Jet Fresh Ecuadorian Grown roses to the floral industry throughout the region. read more

The ongoing cooperation between the Bureau of Plant Industry and the Bureau of Customs resulted in the confiscation of a 40-foot container van containing fresh yellow onions, with an estimated value of around P3.5 million. The shipment was brought in from China by JRA and Pearl Enterprise, Inc. read more

The Andermatt Group AG has announced the acquisition of an 80% majority shareholding in Agricheck Srl, a biocontrol and agricultural technology provider in Argentina. Daniel Zingg, CEO of Andermatt Group, stated: "We are excited to join forces with Agricheck, a company that shares our vision for a more... read more