Created by breeder Sakata®, who has successfully introduced it in Spain, Portugal, France, and in Northern European countries, broccoli Bimi® started its first marketing season of the Italian product in late 2024, cultivated in two of the regions with the highest vocation for it. read more

With an increasingly significant impact on farm productivity, Dari Ecomeccanica continues to pave the way for growth in the field of agricultural mechanization. Today, over 70% of producers in the Piana del Sele region in Italy, recognized as the world's hub for the fresh-cut sector, rely on their services. read more

The holenderski rząd planuje opracować krajową strategię dotyczącą dronów, której celem będzie zmniejszenie zależności Holandii od zagranicznego sprzętu i oprogramowania. Strategia będzie skupiała się na pięciu kluczowych sektorach, w tym rolnictwie i ogrodnictwie, gdzie wykorzystanie dronów może być przyspieszone. Holenderski magazyn Nieuwe read more

The tomato supply chain takes center stage at Macfrut during the third edition of Red Planet. Scheduled to take place at the Rimini Expo Centre from Tuesday, May 6 to Thursday, May 8, the event promises to be a comprehensive experience, bridging the gap between the field and the consumer. read more

The radicchio, one of the symbol excellences of the Italian fruit and vegetable sector, is going through a complex phase. According to the data from the Agroter Fruit and Vegetable Monitor, in the last five years the average price of the product has increased by over 30% across all channels. read more

"Science, innovation, and creativity are three words that encapsulate the experiences of visitors during Dianthus Week 2025. The new carnation varieties introduced to the world this week are the outcome of dedicated and responsible work that has positioned Colombian hybridization at the forefront." read more

The Russian government is considering adding bananas to the list of agricultural crops, which would allow producers to qualify for state support measures. Sergey Izmalkov, the Minister of Agriculture of the Stavropol Territory, mentioned, "The question of categorizing bananas as agricultural products... read more

St. Patrick's Day celebrations often include cabbage, but this year, prices are higher. Osman Kazan, Director of Business Analytics at Tulane University, attributes this to increased production costs and weather conditions. "They have increased by 8%, and this trend seems to be accelerating," he said. Kazan's read more

An experiment was carried out on potted Anthuriums (dwarf potted varieties of Anthurium andraeanum) at the Biotechnology and Tissue Culture Center premises as part of the All India Coordinated Research Project on Floriculture, OUAT, Bhubaneswar, to investigate the impact of foliar spray of various nutrients... read more

In these first three months of the year, there is still a bit of sluggishness in the trading of fruits and vegetables on the markets, as explained by Vincenzo Pisano, the president of Coagri, the managing body of the Agri-Food Market of Sardinia, when interviewed during our weekly update. read more

Apart from Yunnan province, Zhangzhou in Fujian province is another important plant production center in China, with exports steadily increasing. Official data shows that the export value of flowers and seedlings from Zhangzhou exceeded 100 million U.S. dollars in 2024. Here, we have a chrysanthemum grower. read more

Egypt's orange exports to France have been on the rise, according to a report by EastFruit. In 2024, exports reached 42.7 thousand tons, representing a 26% increase from the previous year, although revenue dropped by 9% to $25.3 million. The export season for Egyptian oranges to France usually starts in January. read more

A few days ago, the monthly meeting of the Marketing Committee of Assomela took place in San Michele all’Adige (Trentino), with extensive participation from the main members of Assomela. During the meeting, market dynamics and the main influencing factors were analyzed. read more

HortEx Vietnam has ended! The 7th edition of this leading B2B platform for horticulture and floriculture in Vietnam concluded today. Our editor was present at the event, capturing all its highlights, and we will be releasing our usual photo report on Monday, March 17. Here's a sneak peek below! read more

Week 9 interrupts the positive trend of previous weeks for the sales of Lcc fruits and vegetables, with a recovery in the growth of the average price mix. Among the channels, only the self-service channel timidly increases volumes, while hypermarkets are increasingly out of the picture. read more

The industrial tomato represents a pillar of the Italian agri-food sector, with a value exceeding 2.5 billion euros and an export that exceeds 50% of production (source: ANICAV). Bayer Crop Science has launched "Il Rosso by Bayer," a project that integrates advanced genetics, solutions for read more

Egypt is continuously increasing its orange exports to France, as reported by EastFruit. Following a record-breaking volume of fruit exports to the French market in 2023, exporters have maintained their momentum. By the end of 2024, the volume of orange exports from Egypt to France reached 42.7 thousand tons. read more

The Colombian agro-export sector experienced a 38% growth in 2024, with exports reaching $585 million. This growth was fueled by products like Hass avocados, Tahiti limes, and gulupas, which have enhanced Colombia's presence in Europe and the United States. "Colombia has become Europe's read more

The Portuguese avocado season is looking positive, as the industry is growing every year. According to Tomás Ferreira, Head of Commercial, Logistics, and Marketing for Portuguese fruit exporter Granfer, this growth is also attributed to a collaboration with another company. "The avocado season has... read more

Plant Development Services is preparing to launch a new collection at the 2025 California Spring Trials (CAST) taking place from March 25-28, 2025. The upcoming introductions aim to inspire creativity and introduce vibrant color innovations to well-established landscape varieties. As consumers are increasingly drawn to bold and exciting options, our new offerings seek to meet these preferences. read more