"Growers now operate much larger facilities than before, but due to the shortage of available labor, sampling and measuring in the greenhouse have not scaled up in line with the greenhouse size. With our technology, they can scan thousands of plants in a consistent manner," says Adam Greenberg from iUNU. read more

As Mother's Day approaches, flower shops and retailers around the world prepare for one of the busiest times of the year. But behind every vibrant bouquet lies a deeper story, one that celebrates fair wages, safe working conditions, and care for the environment. Fairtrade International is read more

Every year, National Orchid Day is celebrated across the United States of America (USA) on April 16. The annual event is dedicated to celebrating and honoring one of the most diverse and captivating families of flowering plants—orchids. These flowers are renowned for their intricate beauty. read more

Euroflora 2025 aims to make a strong impact in Genoa's newly renovated Waterfront di Levante. As the only Italian event sanctioned by the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), this 13th edition attracts global attention for its innovative combination of floriculture, read more

The OHCEAC Annual CEA Conference brings together stakeholders each year to explore key topics in Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA). In 2025, our focus will be on transplant production technologies, recognizing their crucial role in enhancing sustainability and productivity across various industries. read more

" The mango and avocado sectors in Peru are currently experiencing challenges due to overproduction and increasing logistics costs. These issues are posing a threat to the competitiveness and stability of Peruvian exporters. While some growers have had a very productive season, others have been forced to discard their produce. read more

This year, Ball Horticultural Company (China Team) has adopted a new and innovative approach to its Pack Trial. Moving away from the traditional greenhouse-focused format, the exhibition now incorporates more closely with gardens and landscape settings, showcasing color themes and diversity. read more

Modern agriculture is increasingly facing challenges related to water scarcity, unstable weather conditions, and deteriorating soil structure. As part of the Blueberry Factory 2025 initiative, in collaboration with Rovensa Next, a product will be tested

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Post-harvest technology is crucial for maintaining the quality and freshness of produce from harvest until it reaches the end consumers. The primary goal of post-harvest preservation is to extend the vase life of cut flowers and enhance their quality in the market (Wani et al., 2023). There are various... read more

We have passed the period of frosts and cold weather. In the last few days, the agro-fleece has been removed from the strawberry plantations, both in the open ground and in tunnels. It is time to assess the effects of the frosts and perform the first regenerative and protective treatments. read more

Sinclair strengthens its commitment to sustainability through continuous innovation and collaboration in the fresh produce sector. Dr. M. Scott Howarth, Director of Research and Development, recently shared updates on Sinclair's progress in developing. read more

In the tunnels, depending on the variety being grown, we already have full bloom or for slightly later varieties, it is just beginning. We have a few hot days ahead of us, which will accelerate everything even more. read more

"In dzisiejszym świecie troska o środowisko stała się jednym z najważniejszych priorytetów, a nasza branża, sektor opakowań, odgrywa kluczową rolę w promowaniu praktyk zrównoważonych. W naszej firmie przyjęliśmy jasną misję, która polega na opracowywaniu ekologicznych rozwiązań, niezakłócając jakości produktu." read more

Zainteresowanie konsumentów owocami cytrusowymi o pigmentacji wzrasta w ostatnich latach, a ich spożycie ma wzrosnąć w przyszłości, zwłaszcza jeśli zostaną znalezione dowody na wybitne korzyści zdrowotne w przypadku różowych owoców cytrusowych ze względu na zawartość likopenu. Czy rozwój nowych... read more

Global Berry Education Society is an innovative association founded by Dr. Agnieszka Orzeł and Sylwia Orzeł, aiming to combine a passion for growing berries with health education. With 25 years of experience, Dr. A. Orzeł is the author of many raspberry varieties. read more

The mangosteen harvest in Indonesia has just begun. Also called the 'Queen of Fruits', mangosteen is cultivated in Padang, Sumatra, as well as Purwakarta and Sukabumi in Java. Minyaci Kehidupan Indonesia harvests the fruit twice a year, first in January and February, and then again. read more

The Trump administration has announced the introduction of new tariffs on tomato imports from Mexico in an attempt to protect American growers, as reported by the New York Post. Starting from July 14, most Mexican tomatoes will be subject to these tariffs. read more

The damage to orchards cultivating a wide variety of fruits that the freezing weather has caused in Turkey is unprecedented, according to Akin Soyleyen, the marketing manager for the Turkish fresh produce exporter Aksun. "Recent severe frosts across Turkey have caused..." read more

Producenci owoców i warzyw w Rumunii domagają się interwencji państwa po dotkliwych szkodach wywołanych przez mrozy na produkcji sadowniczej w kraju, jak podaje Ziarul Financiar. Stowarzyszenie Grup i Organizacji Producentów Rolnych "Fruleg-Ro" zwróciło uwagę na potencjalny wzrost. read more

The prices of bananas from the main suppliers remained unchanged this week, with no reported changes for countries like Belize, Cameroon, Colombia, and Costa Rica. For instance, the average price of bananas from Belize remained stable at £1.05, the same as last week's average. Similarly, the prices of bananas from Cameroon... read more