W obliczu trudnych warunków pogodowych, gospodarstwa dyniowe w Ohio i Illinois doświadczają przeciwstawnych losów. W Ohio, stanowa susza spowodowała, że Departament Rolnictwa USA ogłosił 22 hrabstwa jako obszary dotknięte klęską żywiołową. Pomimo tych warunków, White House Fruit Farm w… read more

W ciągu pierwszych siedmiu miesięcy Wietnam zanotował wzrost eksportu duriana na rynki, takie jak Tajlandia, Hongkong i Korea Południowa, z dwucyfrowym wzrostem rok do roku. Chiny nadal pozostają głównym rynkiem, z eksportem zwiększającym się o prawie 53% do 1,47 miliarda dolarów amerykańskich. read more

The guava harvest from the Calvillo region in Mexico has just begun, and overall, the fruit supply is currently low. "The supply is increasing, but not as much as it did last year at this time," says Alberto Diaz of Spring Valley Fruits, citing a lack of spring rains. read more

In the first half of this year, Kazakhstan imported over 400,000 tons of fruit and berries, marking a 33.8% increase from last year, with a total value of $234.1 million. Apple imports saw a significant rise to 94,000 tons, with Poland maintaining its position as the top source. Pear imports doubled to 23,500 tons, primarily. read more

The new season for fragrant pears from Shanxi, China, started in August. This year, prolonged high temperatures during the growing season have resulted in a decrease in the total production of fragrant and Gong pears. However, the percentage of high-quality, ready-to-market fruits has increased in Shanxi. read more

Zespri™ Kiwifruit, a New Zealand company and a global leader in the production and marketing of kiwifruit, will be present on September 14th and 15th at Punta Marina (Ravenna) at the Kalemana Festival, the largest Italian experience festival that combines yoga, sports, and wellness. This event is now in its third year. read more

South African farmers Dean and Deon Barnard have cultivated the world's heaviest plum, weighing 464.15 g (16.3 oz). read more

The Carrefour store inside the "Il Parco" shopping center in Calenzano will close to make way for a new operator. The arrival is scheduled for the beginning of October, as reported by iltirreno.it. Tomorrow, Filcams Cgil will meet with the Carrefour center management and the representatives. read more

More than 300 farms with protected and open-air crops distributed across Europe, the United Kingdom, Africa, and America make up Koppert's global network of demonstration fields aimed at showing farmers how to properly manage control strategies. read more

Açaí, originating from Pará, accounts for 87.3% of Brazil's total production, establishing the state as a significant player in the country. This dominance is a result of advanced cultivation techniques and strategic management, boosting the sector's economic importance. The Amazon Foundation for read more

The Peruvian Blueberry Producers and Exporters Association (Proarándanos) predicts a decrease in blueberry exports in the upcoming season. In the latest export forecast update by the Proarándanos organization, it predicts that in the campaign

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Boerenbond, Groene Kring, and Ferm address the challenges they face with a playful gesture on Brussels' Martelaarsplein. They use the board game, Game of the Goose, to highlight the difficulties they encounter. Negotiators for the Flemish government have been called upon to find solutions that will support Flemish farmers. read more

The technology platform H2 Organizer was officially launched today, featuring agriculture staffing solution partners across the United States. This advanced software is set to transform the management of seasonal workers, offering a streamlined experience for both employers and H-2 visa workers to save time and stay organized. read more

The hailstorm that hit the Vall d'Albaida a few days ago did not spare the persimmons, causing damage to 4,000 tons of product and a loss estimated at around 1 million euros. Another crop that has suffered significant damage – as reported on read more

"Artichoke is relatively resistant to drought, but the quality and yield of the crop are highly dependent on an adequate and consistent water supply. Regularly watering the crops during the germination and seedling establishment phase is essential so they can develop a strong root system. As the plant grows, it will require ongoing irrigation to ensure optimal growth and production." read more

Długoletnie spożywanie czterech porcji warzyw krzyżowych przez okres dwóch tygodni doprowadziło do obniżenia ciśnienia krwi u osób w średnim wieku i starszych z lekko podwyższonym ciśnieniem krwi w porównaniu z warzywami korzeniowymi i dynią. W niedawnym badaniu opublikowanym w BMC Medicine, badacze przeprowadzili... read more

For the tomato sector, 2024 has not been a very easy year so far due to the lack of supply and plummeting prices. But after the collapse in May, where prices hit rock bottom, it finally seems that a positive phase has returned. We discuss this with Eugenio at IFN. read more

After a journey that yesterday led us to review the entire supply chain of bagged salads, the first thought upon returning was: if consumers could see the care and precision with which all steps are managed, from seed to table, to produce... read more

With the end of summer approaching, the transition to autumn produce is gradually taking place. Although temperatures have not yet dropped, stone fruits and cherries are being replaced by leeks and cauliflower. And of course, pumpkins are currently being harvested in abundance. read more

Macfrut (with a 40% increase in turnover in 2024) is increasingly looking towards the Middle East and African markets. The presentation of the 42nd edition in Cairo, following previous editions in Doha, Riyadh, and Expo Dubai, confirms this trend. Egypt as an international partner, with the Lazio Region playing a leading role, focusing on potatoes. read more