COPA has elected Massimiliano Giansanti from Confagricoltura, Italy, as its new President to lead the European farmers' organization for the next two years. Giansanti is taking on this role at a crucial time, as the EU is finalizing its vision for the future of agriculture amidst growing concerns about the... read more

Northern China has been experiencing frequent rainfall in early September due to the influence of the subtropical high-pressure system. Precipitation levels have been significantly higher than usual, resulting in less sunlight than normal. These conditions are occurring at the same time as the ripening of mid-season apple varieties. read more

Huaiyuan county, located in Bengbu city, Anhui Province, has utilized its geographic and climatic benefits to establish a "pomegranate corridor" along a nearby river. This project, covering 1,000 hectares, has successfully revitalized both the economy and scenery of the region. It is now acknowledged as a... read more

Indian consumers highly appreciate the quality of Vietnamese dragon fruit. Despite both Vietnam and India having complementary strengths in the agricultural trade sector, the volume of bilateral trade between the two countries remains limited. This information comes from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development. read more

Sezon egipskich daktyli medjool właśnie się zaczyna. Pierwsze zbioru już miały miejsce, a owoce trafią na rynek w październiku - informuje Khaled El-Haggan, założyciel i dyrektor generalny grupy Haggan. Plantator twierdzi: "Warunki produkcji w tym sezonie były znacznie lepsze niż w poprzednim, gdyż byliśmy oszczędzeni". read more

A doormat with the legend 'Wellcome visionaries' ('Welcome visionaries') will mark the central corridors and main entrances of the Madrid Fair during the upcoming Fruit Attraction event (from October 8 to 10). Interspersed between these read more

"Igual que se dice que la alimentación y la nutrición son muy importantes para el ser humano, lo mismo es para las plantas”. With this simple reflection, Paco del Águila, director of Viagro, explains what it consists of. read more

The Port of Rotterdam reported that the first Brazilian melons have arrived at the harbor. "Last week, we proudly received the Wild Peony, which carried a total of 2,088 pallets of melons below deck and 567 pallets in 27 containers on deck. Next week, we will welcome the Baltic Pearl, which will..." read more

The International Flower Trade Expo (IFTEX) 2024 in Nairobi showcased Kenya's floriculture industry and its partnership with the Netherlands. Held in Nairobi from June 4 to June 6, 2024, IFTEX 2024 celebrated the floriculture industry in Kenya and its importance for the country's key trade relationships. read more

The industrial tomato harvesting season is coming to an end, and as every year, this is the time to sum up a season once again characterized by extreme weather conditions that have put farmers to the test. read more

The pepper campaign in the Region of Murcia, which took place between March and August, has been very successful, achieving excellent results in terms of quality, production figures, and sales. This is confirmed by Eva Pérez, president of the sectorial organization. read more

The IV Iberian Stone Fruit Forum Xtrema Fruit (www.xtremafruit.es) already has a technical program with top international speakers lined up. Agromarketing (www.agromarketing.es), the event organizer, has put together the lineup.

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Dive into the world of hydroponic vegetable production by learning to oversee various hydroponic systems, as well as mastering the basics of climate control, water management, nutrient delivery, and maintaining plant health in these systems. This course is part of the acclaimed Greenhouse Online Training program provided by the University of Florida IFAS Extension. read more

It was a summer campaign characterized by a sharp drop in production for Futuragri, a prominent company from Puglia in the production and marketing of fruit and vegetable products. This was reported by the sales manager, Giuseppe De Filippo, with whom we discussed an assessment of the situation. read more

Meeting the needs of the entire value chain, especially by offering attractive varieties for supermarkets, that is the goal of Sakata at Fruit Attraction 2024.

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Organic matter has a positive impact on water management and regulates the circulation of mineral nutrients in the soil. Humus influences the formation of an appropriate crumb structure in the soil, reduces the effects of agricultural drought by increasing water retention. It is estimated that 1% read more

Although the causes of constipation can vary, one of the main reasons is a low-fiber and low-liquid diet. In this article, we will analyze how diet, especially the consumption of pears, can help in combating constipation due to their

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Ecuador's economy heavily relies on banana exports, which are the country's second largest source of foreign exchange earnings after shrimp and not involving oil. The banana sector brings in over $3 billion annually and provides around 250,000 direct jobs, accounting for approximately 47% of the country's agricultural workforce. read more

As of January 16, 2025, Greenfood will become the main supplier for Dagab, delivering increased quantities of freshly-cut products. This will include processed fruits and vegetables like baby leaf salads in different combinations. Greenfood is a key player in sustainable and healthy food in Northern Europe. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs in South Korea has imported 16 tons of cabbage from China in order to tackle the high prices in the country. This initiative is aimed at stabilizing the cabbage market, considering the agricultural conditions in both China and South Korea. read more