The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced an investment of over $46 million in projects designed to address food and nutrition insecurity in underserved communities. The aim is to promote healthy diets by granting eligible families access to fruits and vegetables. read more

Horticultural and fruit export in the month of August has reached 778,992 tons, which is 16% more than in August 2023, of which 579,421 tons were fruits, showing a growth of 22%. The main fruits increased.

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A year ago, Bergeijk Logistics was established. It may be a new name, but for many individuals in the flower and fresh produce industry, it represents a familiar presence. Frans van Bergeijk, for example, has nearly 30 years of experience in logistics to and from Austria and is well-acquainted with every hairpin curve along the way. read more

Fresh Forward and a group of independent Spanish growers have agreed to formalize their collaboration. The launch of the Fresh Forward Strawberry Club took place during the Fruit Attraction event in Madrid. The goal of this collaboration is to market Fresh Forward's concept varieties. read more

Wraz ze wzrostem zapotrzebowania na praktyki zrównoważone w branży ogrodniczej, Chrysal opracowuje rozwiązania mające na celu wspieranie działań na rzecz zrównoważonego rozwoju w całym łańcuchu dostaw kwiatów, począwszy od producentów, poprzez transport, sprzedawców, aż po konsumentów. Przedstawią swoje najnowsze

As the demand for sustainable practices increases across the horticultural industry, Chrysal is developing solutions aimed at supporting sustainability efforts throughout the entire flower supply chain, from growers to transporters, retailers, and consumers. They will present their latest read more

In the Netherlands, around 25% of the potato crop for the 2024/25 market year still needs to be harvested, with progress currently ahead of last year at this time. Market sources anticipate that the harvest will be completed in two weeks in the central and northern regions, despite wet conditions. read more

Wietnam imported $697 million worth of fruits and vegetables from China in the first nine months of 2024, representing a 24% increase compared to the previous year. Chinese produce, such as apples, grapes, garlic, onions, and potatoes, has become more common in major retail chains like MM Mega. read more

As Dashain comes to an end, Nepalis are eagerly looking forward to the celebration of Tihar, a festival marked primarily by flowers and lights. During Tihar, it is tradition for sisters to decorate their brothers with garlands and perform the Bhai Tika ceremony. With Tihar approaching, there is a noticeable increase in demand. read more

Tanzania is prioritizing horticulture as a key driver for future agricultural development, according to Deputy Minister Stanislaus Nyong'o. He highlighted that the sector, which employs many women and youth, is crucial for job creation, boosting exports, and enhancing food security. read more

Carl van de Wiel from Agro Centre Holland notes that the demand for red onions is currently very low. "However, this is normal for this time of year, as it is still early in the season. Trade only picked up when India imposed an export ban, allowing for increased activity during this period. This situation is different for yellow onions." read more

Pierwsza dostawa świeżych bananów z Laosu dotarła do Pekinu, stanowiąc kamień milowy w systemie logistyki łańcucha zimnego kolei chińsko-laotańskiej. Przesyłka, przewożona przez pierwszy międzynarodowy pociąg zimnego łańcucha kolejowego, podkreśla potencjał tej linii kolejowej do zwiększenia handlu regionalnego i współpracy.

The first shipment of fresh bananas from Laos arrived in Beijing, marking a milestone in the China-Laos Railway's cold-chain logistics system. The shipment, carried by the railway's first international cold-chain train, highlights the railway's potential to boost regional trade and cooperation. read more

The air is filled with excitement as an auction begins at the Kunming International Flora Auction Trading Center in Kunming, Yunnan province, located in Southwest China. Giant screens flash with the rhythm of the market, showing the constantly fluctuating prices of freshly-cut flowers. Auctioneers swiftly... read more

Chiquita is once again launching the "Small Change, Big Difference" campaign for 2024 to raise awareness for breast cancer prevention, supporting the Airc Foundation in Italy. This increasing commitment not only enriches the project in terms of design but also in its ability to engage with consumers, particularly women. read more

BerryQuest International 2025, the leading conference for the Australian berry industry, is thrilled to reveal that renowned leadership expert and Antarctic expedition leader Rachael Robertson will be joining as a keynote speaker. The conference is scheduled to be held in Hobart from 24-27 February. read more

Mogą być ładne, ale nie są naszymi przyjaciółmi. Plamista czerwona larwa (SLF) to inwazyjny skoczek roślinny żywiący się sokiem roślinnym, który może zaszkodzić rolnictwu i leśnictwu w Ontario. Ale jeśli tylko uprawiasz owoce i warzywa w szklarni, dlaczego to ma dla ciebie znaczenie, pytasz? Kontynuuj czytanie, aby dowiedzieć się więcej.

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Some difficulties related to the cold and rainy spring, but in the end, hazelnut producers in Polesine achieved satisfactory production. This is in contrast to regions like Piedmont, where a significant drop in the harvest was recorded due to adverse weather events. read more

Od momentu założenia w 2013 roku przez Matthijsa Nijhoffa, TripleF Fruit rozwinęło się w zagranicznego importera owoców specjalizującego się w owocach twardych, pestkowych i miękkich. Przybycie Raymonda Roesta i Franka Ocampo dodatkowo wzmacnia i poszerza solidne fundamenty. Raymond Roest, Aline Nijhoff and… read more

"California grape supply appears to be diverse depending on the source you consult. According to CJ Buxman from Sunny Cal Farms, 'All the shippers are in a different situation in terms of volume and availability at this time of the California table grape season.' Buxman is of the opinion that the volume of California grapes varies." read more

The EU calculated the price of apples in September by taking the simple average of the four major EU member states, which was €96 per 100 kgs. This was €1 lower compared to the previous month. The monthly apple prices per 100 kgs were as follows: Poland €59.0, France €144.5, Germany €86.0, and Italy [...]. read more