Fruit South Africa has announced leadership changes on its board of directors, effective 1 April 2025. Anton Rabe will take over as the chairperson, replacing Anton Kruger, who has been in the position since April 2023. Derek Donkin will be the vice-chairperson, and Kruger will remain with the board. read more

Agrico Ukraine has officially registered a new Dutch-bred potato variety named Napoleon, specifically developed for industrial purposes like chips, French fries, and powdered mash production. "Following successful internal field trials in different soil and climate conditions in Ukraine during... read more

The global blueberry industry is heading into the late 2020s with a production capacity never seen before and a more diverse supply base across different regions, as highlighted by analysts at EastFruit. The global planted area is expanding, with estimates suggesting a growth of at least 10% each year. read more

A new health concern has been highlighted by Anses, the French National Health and Safety Agency, which is warning of poisoning cases following the ingestion of what is known as "wood asparagus," also known as wild asparagus. Over 10 years, poison control centers have recorded 48 cases of poisoning after consuming this plant. read more

Less risk, more safety for operators, and optimization of intervention times. The use of drones for phytosanitary treatments has yielded encouraging results, and following a new request made by the regional Phytopathological Sector, the Ministry of Health has... read more

Key Highlights of the Week: The top-selling product, potatoes, are becoming more affordable. Supplies of onions, carrots, and beets have decreased, while cucumber availability is increasing. Farmers in Uzbekistan are increasing strawberry sales. There is a heightened demand for table beets. In Ukraine, last season's trends are... read more

Last week, Pindstrup, a supplier of growing media for the horticultural industry, inaugurated a wood fiber plant at its factory in Kongerslev, Denmark. During the opening ceremony, a commemorative plaque was revealed by the Mayor of Aalborg, Lasse Frimand Jensen, and Pindstrup CEO René Gjerding. read more

Just a year and a half ago, Johnny de Bat from Symach visited Vos Onions' new onion sorting and packing facility in Veen to mark a milestone: the first palletiser had reached 20 million bags processed. Last week, it was time for a second celebration, as the second machine also crossed the 20 read more

Po uruchomieniu Corner Corner niedawno w Canada Water, współzałożyciel Harvest London, Matt Chlebek, opowiada o tym, jak firma wchodzi w nową fazę rozwoju, która obejmuje zarówno przemysłowe pionowe uprawy, jak i modele zintegrowane z lokalną społecznością. Chlebek mówi, że firma jest...

After the launch of Corner Corner recently in Canada Water, Harvest London's co-founder, Matt Chlebek shares how the company is stepping into a new phase of growth—one that embraces both industrial vertical farming and community-integrated, hyperlocal models. Chlebek says that the company is read more

Wielu firm i producentów coraz częściej szuka sposobów, aby zwiększyć wartość swoich pozostałości. To jest dokładnie w zasięgu zainteresowań Frédérica Lerouge'a – specjalizuje się w tłoczeniu owoców z jego standardowych sadów oraz innych producentów. Świeży sok, dżem, ocet, olej czy cydr – wymień to, a lokalne owoce są dostępne. read more

Po spowolnieniu na rynku awokado w lutym spowodowanym nakładaniem się produkcji Hiszpanii, Portugalii i Maroka, opady deszczu w marcu doprowadziły do niedoborów, które spowodowały gwałtowny wzrost cen pod koniec sezonu awokado odmiany Hass. "W ciągu kilku dni ceny skoczyły z 10 euro za skrzynkę do read more

On April 3 and 4, the 6th AMHPAC Agricultural Social Responsibility Symposium took place in Guadalajara, Jalisco. This event provided a platform for participants to discuss anticipated sustainability trends for the year, offering a unique opportunity for stakeholders in the protected vegetable sector. read more

Unseasonal frosts in early April have caused significant damage to fruit crops in multiple regions of Ukraine, with apricot orchards among the worst affected. Growers in Vinnytsia, Rivne, Kherson, and other areas are reporting widespread losses due to freezing temperatures that coincided with. read more

Rząd Nowej Zelandii przyspiesza wysiłki w celu ratyfikacji Porozumienia o Partnerstwie Gospodarczym Nowa Zelandia – Zjednoczone Emiraty Arabskie (CEPA) w 2024 roku, aby zapewnić nowozelandzkim eksporterom większe możliwości i większą pewność handlową - ogłosił Minister Handlu i Inwestycji Todd McClay. " read more

During the auction in Aalsmeer, the Netherlands, Starflor organized a Meet & Greet event for buyers and growers this week. It was a fantastic opportunity to showcase the range of products from the associated growers. Starflor not only provides sales support but also manages logistics for its international growers. The outcome? A successful event that fostered valuable connections between buyers and growers. read more

A new strawberry variety has achieved significant success in Brazil. This variety's genetics originate from Italy, as it was selected in Verona as part of a collaborative effort between the cooperative Apo Scaligera and the agricultural research institute CREA (Forlì, Italy). The patent has also been obtained. read more

The woolly apple aphid, Eriosoma lanigerum, is a parasitic insect of apple trees that has been present in South Tyrol for over a hundred years. It is defined as a "phytophagous" insect, as it feeds on the plant's sap, damaging its tissues. Infestations can cause significant damage to the trees. read more

Brazilian fruit exports are facing several challenges, such as a lack of refrigerated infrastructure, high internal logistics costs, and delays in certifications, affecting both quality and competitiveness. Hevile, a company based in Brazil with over 27 years of experience... read more

During the 76th annual meeting of Fruitimprese, in addition to the institutional reports (Click here for more information), a roundtable discussion among industry experts was held to engage in constructive dialogue on current issues related to the sector. Moderated by Silvia Marzialetti, read more

The ninth edition of the international fresh fruit and vegetable trade fair, Freskon, has successfully concluded. The event took place from April 10 to 12 in Thessaloniki. According to the latest data released by the organizers, this year's Freskon hosted 275 exhibitors from 22 countries and 136 read more