In the Algarve region of Portugal, a tropical fruit called pitaya, also known as dragon fruit, is becoming increasingly popular among local farmers as a viable agricultural product. With the support of a European Union project, an "experimental field" has been set up in the eastern Algarve, specifically outside Vila. read more

Co chcesz, gdy wracasz do domu po długim dniu w swoim pomidorowym szklarni? Czy czysty dom? Wierny pies czekający na Ciebie? Dźwięk śmiechu dzieci? Być może zimne piwo, grilowanie z przyjaciółmi, czy pocałunek od partnera? Cóż, pomyśl jeszcze raz. To, czego naprawdę chcesz, to aby Twój dom pachniał jak...
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The company Cítricos Andaluces SAT 3719 (Citran), which started 44 years ago as a family business dedicated solely to conventional citrus production, has evolved into a leading producer and marketer of citrus fruits in Spain. They have achieved this with a strong commitment to organic and sustainable practices. read more

Coal-based power, the main contributor to carbon emissions in fruit production, is putting South Africa's export markets at risk as the carbon tax approaches. The need to switch to renewable energy is emphasized by Eskom's lack of plans to embrace these sources, despite the potential consequences. read more

Summerfruit Australia Limited welcomes the news that Vietnam is granting access to Australian plums. Trevor Ranford, CEO of Summerfruit Australia, attended the signing ceremony in Hanoi, Vietnam to represent Australia's stonefruit industry. He was accompanied by officials from the Australian and Vietnamese governments. read more

ASAJA Alicante warns of a great concern in the citrus production sector due to pests imported from third countries that are advancing mercilessly on lemons, oranges, and grapefruits, and will leave their mark.

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Kenya's involvement in macadamia nut farming has elevated its position as a leading exporter in the region, despite facing challenges related to regulations and market conditions. This progress is detailed in the 2024 Africa Agriculture Status Report published by the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA). read more

The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) in Kenya has uncovered a new method used by drug traffickers to smuggle narcotics. In a recent case, a trafficker in Siaya was caught trying to transport a package to Mombasa by cleverly hiding the drugs inside a nylon sack filled with... read more

Weed management in enclosed environments such as greenhouses, hoop houses, and propagation houses poses unique challenges. Weeds in these environments compete with crops for essential resources like space, nutrients, water, light, and oxygen, which can greatly diminish crop yield and quality. read more

Conpal Peru, led by Daniel Falla Hernández, has positioned itself as a key exporter of Hass avocados, with a focus on strategic markets like Asia, Europe, and the United States. "Hass avocados are our primary product. We export them primarily to China, Japan, and Korea. This year, we have shipped read more

Peruvian Inka Fruit, a Peruvian export company that has been in the market for six years, is expanding its global reach with fresh products such as mango, pomegranate, asparagus, and ginger. In a recent interview at the Asia Fruit Logistica trade fair, Erick Lava Laguna, the company's general manager, discussed the company's growth strategy and plans for the future. read more

This three-year campaign, from May 2024 to April 2027, is co-financed by the European Commission under Regulation (EU) 1144/2024, supporting actions on information and promotion of agricultural products in the domestic market. The

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In 2023, the Agriculture 4.0 market in Italy reached a value of 2.5 billion euros, marking a 19% increase compared to the previous year. Despite the lower growth compared to the 2021-2022 period (+31%), the sector continues to show lively interest for the... read more