In 2024, Romania witnessed its lowest potato production in eight years, as reported by the National Institute of Statistics. This is notable given Romania's position as a major player in the European Union's potato farming sector, hosting nearly a third of the EU's potato farms. Despite this, the... read more

As Ireland prepares for the arrival of Storm Éowyn, with a Status Red storm alert and a "danger to life" warning issued, the agricultural community is being urged to prioritize safety. IFA President Francie Gorman advises farmers to meticulously inspect their farmyards and implement necessary measures. read more

Fresh4u Produce has earned a solid reputation for its assortment of exotic fruits and vegetables. However, in recent years, the company has expanded its product range to include a diverse selection of standard produce as well. Currently, they offer approximately 240 fresh produce options, procuring from over 35... read more

A research group at the University of Alicante is developing activated carbon packaging from waste materials, such as almond shells and olive pits. The outcome is recyclable and biodegradable packaging that prolongs the shelf life of fruits and vegetables. Photo: University of Alicante. read more

China's floral market is currently experiencing a significant growth leading up to the Spring Festival. Sales are increasing both online and offline, driven by the improved quality, variety, and affordability of decorative flowers. Data from the China Flower Association and major e-commerce platforms indicate this trend. read more

Jodoor, a young Moroccan growing company, has chosen hydroponics as a solution to water scarcity. "Climate challenges and the limited water resources require us to adapt, and hydroponics is an efficient method for growing many products," says Sokayna Bellam, the company's co-founder. read more

According to data up to week 3, Peru has exported 64 million boxes of grapes this season, equaling the total volume shipped in the 2023-2024 season. With three peak weeks still remaining in the Ica region and around ten weeks of declining volumes ahead, it is expected that the total exports will reach 78 million boxes. read more

In a recent update from the Federal Veterinary and Phytosanitary Supervision Service (Rosselkhoznadzor), it was reported that Russia saw an increase in fruit and berry imports by the end of 2024. The volume of berries imported into the country reached 517,900 metric tons. At the same time, fruit deliveries to... read more

Solynta, a true potato seed company from the Netherlands, and Pieterpik, one of Europe's leading seed suppliers to the home garden seed industry, have reached an agreement that will allow the commercialization and distribution of Solynta's true potato seeds to garden outlets in the European Union. read more

AKP Group, a UK-based specialist in the potato supply chain, has announced the acquisition of Whole Crop Marketing Ltd (WCM), a potato marketing company based in Yorkshire. This strategic move is intended to strengthen AKP Group's presence in the UK potato industry. AKP Group was established in York in 1999 by Richard. read more

Macfrut is the world capital of biotechnologies applied to horticulture. The fair of the international fruit and vegetable supply chain, scheduled at the Rimini Expo Centre (May 6-8, 2025), will host for the first time the International Symposium on Biotechnological Tools in Horticulture. read more

The latest technology from Ecoculture Biosciences that has landed in another country, in this case the United Kingdom, is a suspension of micronized leonardite that improves performance,

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In wholesale markets, January has never been a month full of satisfactions and this year seems to continue this tradition, as explained by Matteo Magnani, Director of the Cesena Fruit and Vegetable Market: "Without a doubt, we are in one of the weakest periods in terms of." read more

India: How Fresh From Farm (F3) is helping 500 fruit retailers earn more

Launched by Rohit Nagdewani, this supply chain startup streamlines fruit procurement, processing, and deliveries to maximize product freshness and minimize waste. The full-stack platform caters to around 500 fresh fruit retailers. read more

Three decades after the Institute of Agricultural Research, through the Regional Centre INIA Tamel Aike, promoted the establishment of fruit orchards in Chile Chico, this commune of the General Carrera lake basin grows five cherry varieties to market in the country and abroad. Source: INIA read more

Wrzesień 2024 roku oznaczał oficjalny początek nowego sezonu brytyjskich jabłek, a najnowsze dane od British Apples & Pears Limited (BAPL) wykazały, które sklepy detaliczne najlepiej wspierały brytyjskie produkty w pierwszych czterech miesiącach sezonu jabłkowego. Podobnie jak w sezonie 2023/24, Aldi ponownie był na czele. read more

The strawberry conference attracted numerous attendees. The room, which was set up with almost 300 seats, was filled throughout the lectures. A particularly interesting lecture was given by Dr. Jerzy Lisek from the Institute of Horticulture in Skierniewice. read more

Po krótkim okresie stabilizacji ceny hurtowe ziemniaków na Ukrainie zaczęły ponownie rosnąć, według EastFruit. Eksperci przypisują ten najnowszy wzrost cen do ogólnego zmniejszenia podaży ziemniaków z lokalnych gospodarstw. Wielu ukraińskich producentów, nie posiadając długoterminowych magazynów, sprzedało. read more

Fresh4cast has been a leader in forecasting and planning software for the fruit and vegetable industry for over a decade. The company is now elevating its solutions by improving its planning capabilities and implementing AI-driven reporting. "Three years ago, we initiated a project to enhance our software and provide our customers with advanced planning tools and insightful reports." read more

For the second consecutive year, The Real ChampiON has been recognized with the prestigious award “Taste of the Year 2025”, establishing itself as the favorite choice for consumers in the mushroom category.

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