A team of researchers from Stellenbosch University (SU) and the Agricultural Research Council has successfully edited the DNA of a woody crop plant in Africa for the first time by making precise changes to its genetic material. Using CRISPR technology, the researchers "switched off" a single read more

Consorzio della Cipolla Rossa di Tropea Calabria IGP will be the protagonist alongside Calabria Straordinaria at Macfrut 2026 and a special guest at the Think Fresh event in Cesenatico. The Consorzio della Cipolla Rossa di Tropea Calabria IGP announces its participation in Macfrut 2026, the international fair. read more

In the fruit and vegetable sector, innovation is not a whim: it is a necessity, and fourth-range products demonstrate this better than many other categories. When it was born, it changed the way of buying and consuming fruits and vegetables: it did not invent a new product, but added what matters most today. read more

The "Strawberry Inspirations" plantation in Hornigi, run by Magdalena and Mateusz Włodarczyk, is an example of a farm where various technologies for managing strawberry plantations are being tested. In the season, the Bioagris company joined the project, and Szymon. read more

Mike Mehigan, CEO of Greenlife Industry NSW, shared his personal and industry-wide perspective on how plant retailing in Australia has evolved over the years and what independent garden centers need to do to remain relevant at the AIPH Horticultural Industry Conference in Sydney. read more

Rozpoczyna się nowy sezon dla egipskich winogron stołowych. Trend w kierunku wczesnego sezonu jest teraz solidnie ugruntowany, ponieważ możliwości agronomiczne harmonizują z możliwościami komercyjnymi na rynku międzynarodowym, zgodnie z Khalidem Habonym, menedżerem eksportu w firmie Al Samah for Import Export. Eksporter read more

In an increasingly complex international context, Macfruts confirms its role as a platform for discussion and development for the entire supply chain, capable of connecting production, research, and market, offering operators concrete tools to address the ongoing transformations. read more

Ghana reported a 559 per cent increase in yam export earnings in 2025, with part of the increase linked to a data reconciliation process conducted by the Ghana Export Promotion Authority (GEPA) and the Federation of Associations of Ghanaian Exporters (FAGE). The updated figures were presented in. read more

Packaging plays a crucial role in the entire supply chain for fresh produce. It helps protect the product, minimize waste, and enhance food safety. Moreover, proper packaging allows for extended and more intricate distribution networks. At the retail level, packaging boosts efficiency and helps in establishing a brand presence. read more

Assomela, the Italian association of apple producers, will participate in Macfrut, the international fruit and vegetable trade fair, which will take place in Rimini from April 21st to 23rd. Assomela will coordinate the joint participation of the major national producers: VOG - Home of apples, Melinda, and ... read more

Minister of Agriculture, Food Sovereignty and Forests Francesco Lollobrigida will inaugurate the 43rd edition of Macfrut, the international trade fair for the fruit and vegetable sector, scheduled to take place at the Rimini Expo Centre from April 21st to 23rd (entrance from 9:30 am to 6:00 pm). read more

In addition to the main presentation of the Wholesale Markets Consultation scheduled for Tuesday 21 at 3pm, Italmercatis will be present at Macfrut with a coordinated presence of the Markets as well as a series of other appointments. read more

Van der Hoeven Horticultural Projects has expanded its sales and business development activities in the Gulf region by appointing Fouad Ababou. In this role, he will support commercial growth and market development for both Van der Hoeven and Patron Agri Systems in the Middle East. read more

The European campaign dedicated to promoting avocados and mangoes produced in Europe was presented in Milan. This initiative is co-financed by the European Union and implemented by Intertropic, the interprofessional organization for avocados and mangoes in Spain. The project is called European Avocado and Mango. read more

New Zealand Queen apples started arriving last week, and the supply has continued to increase this week. Currently, size #90 apples are selling for about ¥400 (US$2.80) per box, while sizes #100, #110, and #120 are priced at approximately ¥340–370 (US$2.38–2.59) per box. Traders have observed that when the read more

It is just a short step from a car dealership to hydroponics. While based in Buenos Aires, Marion and Nicolas Sarlé discovered hydroponics. When they returned to France in 2013, they set up the first ecological hydroponic farm in the Gers department. The sector is booming, with both. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica Southeast Asia Meet Up (AFL SE Asia Meet Up) is back in Bangkok this May, featuring the AFL DP World Fresh Produce Golf Cup, with DP World as the title sponsor. This partnership highlights DP World's involvement in the international fresh produce market and includes three... read more

Fruit growers, members of the Irish Apple Growers Association, advisors, researchers, students, industry stakeholders, and farmers looking to diversify into apple production will have the opportunity to learn about the latest apple research conducted by Teagasc at an upcoming event. The event will take place on read more

Kunming Anthura Horticulture Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Anthura B.V., has launched a flower nursery greenhouse project in Kunming, China. The facility is designed for breeding and research purposes and features multi-layer shading systems, climate sensing systems, automated irrigation, and rolling logistics. read more

Organto Foods Inc. has extended its financing arrangement with Coöperatieve Rabobank U.A. from the Netherlands to bolster its business operations. The company stated, "We have expanded our facilities with Rabobank, a bank with expertise in the agricultural and food industries, to support our operational needs..." read more