In the first nine months of 2024, Cambodia experienced a 53 percent increase in agricultural exports, reaching about 8.5 million tonnes, according to a senior official from the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF). Khim Finan, Undersecretary of State and spokesperson, reported this information. read more

In Croatia's Dalmatian Hinterland, a region previously considered unsuitable for pomegranate cultivation due to its low temperatures during the colder seasons, there has been a significant increase in pomegranate farming. This change has been noticed in areas stretching from Imotski to Knin and Drniš. read more

The pecan processing company Pecanita, located in Cachoeira do Sul, Brazil, is close to becoming the first Brazilian business authorized to export pecans to China. A key visit from representatives of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA) recently took place at Pecanita's facility. read more

"Queen Genetics Canada and Queen Genetics USA's Christian Nissen describes the Queen® 3-packs as an integrated concept that adds value at each stage, from grower to retailer to end user. The ready-to-sell retail solution for succulents was introduced about a year ago." read more

Capsaicin, which is known for giving chili peppers their heat, is being studied for its potential to treat the difficult Mesothelioma cancer. This particular type of cancer is highly aggressive, with few treatment options, and is frequently associated with exposure to asbestos. Research on this topic has been published in the journal. read more

Carrefour's franchise operator in the Middle East, Majid Al Futtaim, has announced that it will be rebranding its Carrefour stores in Jordan as Hypermax. Carrefour Jordan posted on Facebook that it will no longer be active in the country. read more

The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) donated 226,735 pounds of produce and 8,575 pounds of floral after this year's Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta, Georgia. read more

The avocado industry leader Mission Produce has released an update on its business and financial performance for the fiscal fourth quarter (Q4) ending on October 31, in preparation for its participation in upcoming investor events. read more

According to the Nutrition Report 2024 by the Federal Ministry of Food and Agriculture (BMEL), 77% of citizens pay attention to the origin of their food, making sure it comes from their region. read more

45 companies, cooperatives, and organizations participated - the largest presence of the country at the fair so far. "This year's national presence of Freskon Greece, organized by Helexpo, included the most important Greek fruit and vegetable companies. read more

Zespri has announced the success of its "best ever" sales campaign in Portugal and has stated that pre-commercial trials of its SunGold kiwifruit variety in Greece are showing promise, despite the above-average temperatures experienced in the past few months. read more

The sustainable indoor farming group Vertiberry has announced that it has selected Sollum's LED lighting solution for its new facility in L'Assomption, Quebec. read more

The Huelvan berry association Freshuelva is funding a health study on the benefits of consuming strawberries for the menstrual health of young women. read more

The Chilean Kiwifruit Committee is testing a new modeling tool to assist growers in estimating the distribution of fruit sizes at harvest time, enabling them to make more informed commercial decisions. read more

The INAO (National Institute of Origin and Quality) is launching its first communication campaign on official signs identifying the quality and origin of agricultural products, known in France as SIQO. read more

Two recognized stone fruit experts - Peter Hilsendegen, DLR Rheinpfalz, and Thorsten Espey, LVWO Weinsberg - will give lectures on the topics of plums and cherries, presenting and explaining new trends in varieties, cultivation practices, and cultivation techniques. read more

Particularly noticeable is the price drop for mini tomatoes without stems, which are 37.3% cheaper. Blueberries (-10.8%) and onions (-9.9%) also show significant price decreases. read more

The Freskon Greece project showcased the potential of Greek fruits and vegetables at the Fruit Attraction exhibition in Madrid last month. A total of 45 companies, cooperatives, and organizations participated, marking the country's largest presence at the event to date. read more

As reported by reefertrends, an increase in apple imports by 10% to 600 million tons is expected for 2024/2025, driven by the growing demand for higher quality apples. The Indian demand for fresh apples continues to rise, as consumers appreciate the positive. read more

DFDS has introduced a new weekly ferry service between Egypt and Italy, offering an alternative to container shipping. The company claims that this service will facilitate the transportation of fresh fruits and vegetables from Egyptian exporters to Europe. read more