The use of drones in agriculture is becoming a key tool to improve precision, efficiency, and sustainability in the field. However, its implementation in the European Union faces significant technical, economic, and. read more

Strawberries, especially those from Basilicata, Italy's main specialized growing region, are attracting exceptional interest. Operators have confirmed a strong demand from all sales channels. Giovanni Passarelli (pictured above), owner of the firm of the same name in Scanzano Jonico (Matera), is one of the key figures in this industry. read more

In a display reminiscent of Maurizio Cattelan's 'Comedian,' bananas have been taped around Sonning, Berkshire. This imitation follows the sale of the original artwork for $6.2 million at a New York auction. The initiative is attributed to artist Impro, known for using Sonning as a canvas for his... read more

The use of drones is considered a crucial tool for the agricultural industry in addressing its upcoming challenges. The sector recognizes the potential benefits that this technology can provide in terms of precision, efficiency, and sustainability, particularly in the areas of pest prevention and control. read more

Give space to creativity with the competition "My Dop Recipe," promoted by the Consortium for the Protection of Bologna Dop Potatoes. Prepare your recipe, tell its story, take a photo: three simple steps to enhance an excellent product. How does it work? read more

The World Processing Tomato Council (WPTC) has released its global forecast for processing tomatoes in 2025, estimating global production at 40.5 million metric tonnes (mt), an 11.5% decline from 2024. WPTC member countries account for 92% of this volume. The Northern Hemisphere is projected to... read more

The avocado sector in Spain's Malaga and Granada provinces is facing a new challenge with the detection of the Euwallacea fornicatus, also known as the ambrosia beetle. First identified in Motril in 2023, this insect has been declared a pest by the agriculture department of the Junta de Andalucía. read more

The introduction of vertical farms in the bagged salad market undoubtedly represents one of the most disruptive innovations in recent years for the sector. However, the difficulty in perceiving the benefits of the product, combined with high prices, has hindered repeat purchases. read more

The Geographical Indication Consortia (GIs) are not just protection entities, but they represent a real engine for the growth and innovation of the sector. Their role goes beyond simply certifying the GI mark: they are aggregators of producers, promoters of quality, and facilitators. read more

The Chilean company Greenvic has been producing and exporting kiwis to key markets such as Europe, Latin America, and the Far East for over 25 years. "This year we face significant challenges due to frost affecting some areas in the seventh region, impacting several of our orchards." read more

W roku 2024 Tajwan pozostał kluczowym rynkiem dla amerykańskich eksportów rolno-spożywczych, a całkowita wymiana handlowa wyniosła 3,8 miliarda dolarów, co oznacza wzrost o 2% w porównaniu z poprzednim rokiem. Eksport świeżych owoców odegrał znaczącą rolę w tym wzroście, sprawiając, że Tajwan stał się czwartym co do wielkości rynkiem dla amerykańskich świeżych owoców. Ta kategoria odnotowała wzrost o 16%. read more

Popyt na kanadyjską organiczną sałatę znacząco wzrósł w ciągu ostatniego tygodnia. "Sprzedaż rośnie bardzo szybko z powodu sytuacji z cłami USA. Kanadyjscy konsumenci zdecydowanie zwracają uwagę na to, że umieszczamy kanadyjską flagę na naszym produkcie – zaczęliśmy to robić na początku ubiegłego tygodnia." read more

Po kilku latach stosunkowo ciepłych zim, które utrudniały gromadzenie wystarczającej ilości godzin chłodzenia dla owoców pestkowych w północnej Grecji, obecna zima wydaje się korzystna dla produkcji brzoskwiń i nektarynek w Naoussa, kluczowej regionie dla tych owoców w Grecji.

After several years of relatively warm winters that made the accumulation of sufficient chilling hours for stone fruits in northern Greece a challenging issue, the current winter seems favorable for the production of peaches and nectarines in Naoussa, the key region for these fruits in Greece. read more

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Syndromes such as heavy rainfall in South Africa caused a lot of damage. This year, weather conditions have been excellent. read more

Carrefour has announced its intention to acquire all remaining shares of its Brazilian subsidiary currently held by minority shareholders. Additionally, the company aims to delist Carrefour Brazil from the São Paulo Stock Exchange (B3) through a share merger. read more

DESPAR Italia collaborates with the AIRC Foundation for cancer research. For the fifth consecutive year, DESPAR Italia is partnering with the AIRC Foundation for its "Arance rosse per la Ricerca" (Red Oranges for Research) initiative. Customers can purchase packs of blood oranges recognizable by read more

Growing up surrounded by the vivid colors and fragrances of rose farms, sisters Yeshoda and Rhea Karuturi were deeply rooted in the world of flowers from a young age. This early exposure gave them a distinctive insight into the floral industry, observing its transformation from scattered markets to a more uniform system. read more

On Thursday, February 13th, we visited six large supermarkets: Biedronka, Lidl, Auchan, Carrefour, Kaufland, and Aldi. In all of them, we found a wide selection of blueberries in packages ranging from 125 g to 500 g. Among them were small heart-shaped punnets - perfect for... read more

ASAJA Alicante and the Chair of Precision Agriculture, Digitalization, and Sustainability (CAPDS),

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