Hispanian exports of strawberries and blueberries, mainly grown in Huelva, experienced a 12% increase in the first seven months of 2024 compared to the previous year. Strawberries reached 251,072 tonnes, showing a 4% growth, while blueberries had an output of 82,971 tonnes, which was a 20% increase. read more

The campaign of the "Pera Coscia" (Conference Pear) by the Il Girasole Cooperative in Paternò (Catania) continues successfully, confirming the consumers' appreciation for the fruit year after year. I had a meeting with the commercial manager, Giovanni Scavo, to discuss the current season, which started in the first days of. read more

The latest archaeological discoveries have revealed evidence of American sweet potato starch granules at an ancient site in Aotearoa/New Zealand's South Island. This finding provides insights into the importance of the crop in the Polynesian colonization of colder South Pacific islands. The sweet potato, which has a long history in the region, was... read more

The Panama Canal Authority has introduced improvements to its Maritime Services Tariffs section, designed to offer stakeholders easier access to updated toll rates and maritime service costs. This section now includes a comprehensive list of current tariffs, presented in a detailed format. read more

Spain produced 1.8 million tons of stone fruits this season, which is 3% more than last year and 9% more than the average of the past five seasons, as reported by Elena Busutil, the Director General of Agricultural Productions and Markets at the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. read more

At ports along the US East Coast, there has been a noticeable buildup of trucks, and shipping companies are implementing alternative strategies in anticipation of an upcoming strike by dockworkers, which is scheduled to begin in a week. Shipping lines have advised their clients to retrieve their goods from these ports by September. read more

California avocado growers are voicing their concerns about a decision made by the U.S. to shift pest inspections from USDA personnel to the Mexican government. USDA inspectors have traditionally been vital in preventing the importation of avocados from California. read more

W pierwszej połowie 2024 roku Maroko wyeksportowało rekordową ilość świeżych borówek do kilku krajów Europy Wschodniej, zgodnie z informacjami ze strony EastFruit. Eksporterzy z Maroka przewyższyli wyniki całego poprzedniego roku kalendarzowego, znacząco umacniając swoją pozycję na kluczowym rynku regionalnym. read more

The dynamics of the European potato market have been unpredictable since the beginning of summer, with stakeholders disagreeing on the upcoming primary potato season of 2024/25. The juxtaposition of challenges related to seed potatoes and adverse weather conditions, combined with the expectation of record... read more

El Corte Inglés, which in Spanish means "The English Cut," is a renowned chain of department stores in Spain founded in 1940 in Madrid. With a leading position in terms of sales volume in Europe and ranking fourth globally, the company also operates other brands, including read more

An expert from the University of California has provided information on how to manage the polyphagous shot-hole borer beetle, an invasive pest that is threatening Perth's tree canopy. With a $41 million biosecurity response launched in Western Australia, the presence of this pest has become a major concern. read more

"The Turkish and Balkan forests have been extremely dry lately, even well into summer. Normally, it rains late in the season, keeping the forests moist and creating the perfect environment for wild mushrooms to grow, along with the temperature. However, these conditions are not currently optimal, so the mushroom population may be affected." read more

An artilce on the BBC describes the working conditions in the Kenyan flower industry. The article titled 'Toiling on a Kenyan flower farm to send fresh roses to Europe' highlights the experiences of flower workers in Kenya. According to the article, workers have to endure harsh working conditions. read more

Sezon cytryn z zagranicy zbliża się do końca, z Argentyną kończącą wysyłki i pozostałymi już tylko kilka dostaw. Import cytryn z Chile będzie trwał do początku października, podczas gdy produkcja w Meksyku spadła z powodu trudnych warunków uprawowych. "To stwarza korzystne okno dla read more

Lahore is set to become the location of Pakistan's first modern fruit and vegetable market, as announced by Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif. The market, spread over 300 acres, is designed to meet international standards and act as a major export center. It will be conveniently situated near GT Road. read more

Bayer has presented its latest addition of Dutch cucumber to the QR range at a field day held this Thursday in Roquetas de Mar (Almería). SVCE1524 is the first Seminis variety for early cycle with all resistance traits. Like its predecessors, Estelar and Aurelius,

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Po trzech krokach migdałów i pistacji, czy orzechy pecan mogą również zdobyć popularność we Francji? Takie jest ambicją firmy French Pécan, która chce rozwijać i strukturyzować sektor francuskich orzechów pecan. Choć uprawa jest jeszcze w powijakach, coraz więcej producentów wydaje się być zainteresowanych. read more

New investments for L’Insalata dell’Orto, which is equipping itself with new facilities for the preservation of vegetables, further developing self-production of green energy, and expanding the production greenhouses for leafy vegetables and edible flowers at its headquarters in Mira (Venice). read more

The pomegranate, Symphony apples, seedless white grapes, farro from the I Colori del Sapore line, and Fairtrade certified roses are the products involved in the initiative that sees Aldi Italia alongside the Airc Foundation for breast cancer research and prevention. read more

Cimcorp Group, a major player in logistics automation, has introduced its new brand, Dreamfield. This end-to-end solution is designed to improve efficiency and profitability in the warehouse and distribution sector, specifically catering to the requirements of grocery retail – including fresh food. read more