Despite reports of truck shortages affecting potato and onion markets in the western U.S., growers and shippers are stating that they have not observed any impact on rates yet. Last week, it was reported that the western United States was experiencing truck shortages, with the trucking industry undergoing changes.
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Biogas and biofertilizers from citrus and avocado waste
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Circular innovation from agro-industrial waste and cultivated microalgae
read moreBelarus's ban on potato exports is causing further concerns for potato-deficient Russia.
2024-12-16 00:00
Według informacji ze strony EastFruit, Białoruś niedawno wprowadziła zakaz eksportu ziemniaków obawiając się gwałtownego wzrostu cen. Decyzja ta ma na celu zapewnienie bezpieczeństwa żywnościowego kraju i stabilizację krajowego rynku.
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In Emilian-Romagnan actinidia orchards, the fruit harvest has ended and thoughts are now turning to the next phase of sales, which is still struggling to take off. Even though producers are focused on the market, they never abandon the fields and plan the defense of the plants for the future.
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India: Growth expected in Kashmir due to the new railway line.
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Chief Minister Omar Abdullah chaired a meeting on Thursday with the Department of Floriculture, Parks, and Gardens at the Civil Secretariat to assess its operations and discuss ways to boost the sector's potential. During the meeting, the Chief Minister emphasized the significant opportunities available in this sector.
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The Berkane region in eastern Morocco, one of the country's main areas for citrus cultivation, has been severely affected by the ongoing drought. The decrease in agricultural land and closure of packing facilities has reached alarming levels, resulting in a significant decline in overall citrus production in Morocco.
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US: Iowa officials celebrate National Poinsettia Day
2024-12-16 00:00
Plantpeddler celebrated National Poinsettia Day on December 12th by gifting Poinsettias to prominent figures in Iowa. The recipients included Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds, Iowa Secretary of Agriculture Mike Naig, Iowa State University's President Dr. Wendy Wintersteen, and the Dean of the College of.
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The South African citrus psyllid colonizes the Valencian Community.
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Vicente Dalmau, head of the Plant Health Service of the Valencian Government, participated in the annual meeting of the ATRIA Network, organized by the Agri-food Cooperatives of the Valencian Community, where he presented the latest data on the scope of
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To many, the street scene of vending machines outside farms offering potatoes, vegetables, or fruit directly to consumers, either grown on-site or sourced from nearby growers, has become increasingly familiar. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, there has been a rise in this trend.
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Are there varieties more resistant to climate change thanks to artificial intelligence?
2024-12-16 00:00
Wykorzystanie sztucznej inteligencji do opracowania odmian bardziej odpornej i łatwiejszej w uprawie, wszystko bez manipulacji genetycznej? To obietnica złożona przez Avalo, amerykańską start-up z siedzibą w Karolinie Północnej. Za pomocą algorytmu, sztuczna inteligencja zidentyfikuje wybrany gen odpornościowy.
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"Despite the higher prices, we have managed to increase our sales of lamb's lettuce."
2024-12-16 00:00
This year's lamb's lettuce season is now approaching its peak. "Typically, demand sharply increases from calendar week 50. Despite changing dietary preferences, many individuals still desire to have lamb's lettuce on their Christmas table. Especially in the gastronomy sector, lamb's lettuce from regional open fields is highly sought after.
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Early start for numerous mango growing regions
2024-12-16 00:00
To był dziwny rok dla mango, zaznaczony wcześniejszymi zbiorami. "Jest więcej owoców niż w zeszłym roku o tej porze i są tutaj dużo wcześniej" - mówi Giorgio Ceciarelli z GC Imports. "Wszystkie mają większe zbiory i choć sezony zakończą się jak zwykle." Brazylia: Brazylia miała
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Ecuadorian banana growers are facing challenges due to high input costs and fluctuating spot prices.
2024-12-16 00:00
Ecuadorian bananas continue to be one of the main products exported by the country, facing a market with complex challenges and significant opportunities for the future. The Cavendish variety, grown throughout the year, represents the majority of exports to destinations like the United States, Europe, and the Middle East.
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Cold weather in Morocco reduces pepper production.
2024-12-16 00:00
Pepper production in Morocco has decreased this week as a result of the colder temperatures and increased viral pressure from TSW and PMMV in the Souss Massa region. Obeida Mansour, a pepper producer in Agadir, reported a production decline of 30 to 40% on his farms. "Temperatures have
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Price trend of fruit and vegetables in Italy as of December 16th.
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Strong presence in the clementine markets, mainly sourced from Calabria. Decreased demand for blond oranges, Navelina cultivar, with a shift in interest towards red-fleshed varieties. The campaign for Sicilian Avana mandarins started early. Frosts and bad weather have...
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The almond industry is showcasing demand growth, sustainability, and innovation at the 2024 conference.
2024-12-16 00:00
During the 2024 Almond Conference, the leadership of the Almond Board of California provided insights into the current state and future prospects of the industry. Clarice Turner, the president and CEO of the board, along with Alexi Rodriguez, presented on the industry's demand dynamics and sustainability efforts.
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Teraz jest czas na wysokiej jakości koper włoski.
2024-12-16 00:00
Until December 20, the Bernardi company will be harvesting its own fennel, cultivated in Romagna, Italy. After that, they will continue to obtain the product from their partner farmers located in other regions of Italy. "We are currently in the midst of the fennel season," says sales manager Christopher.
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Morocco expects another record blueberry harvest.
2024-12-16 00:00
In Morocco, the blueberry sector continues to achieve success: this season, a production of approximately 80,000 tons is estimated, which is 18.8% more than the previous record harvest of the last campaign. Last year, the North African country exported 67,300 tons of them.
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Balancing energy innovation with agricultural production
2024-12-16 00:00
Energia stała się gorącym tematem dla plantatorów szklarni w ostatnich latach - ale w Village Farms stała się priorytetem ponad dekadę temu, gdy firma założyła swoje przedsiębiorstwo zależne, VF Clean Energy. Ta inicjatywa przekształciła gaz z wysypiska śmieci w czystą energię, dostarczając prąd dla BC Hydro.
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Kampania tureckich granatów zbliża się teraz do swojego szczytu. "Od początku sezonu obserwujemy sytuację obfitości dostaw, co niestety oznacza, że nie udało nam się w pełni osiągnąć naszych oczekiwań co do cen. W skrócie, na rynku jest zbyt dużo dostaw.
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