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

These regulations are driven by the increased focus of the EU on sustainability and the pressing need to tackle the environmental impact of single-use plastics. At the core of these efforts lies the transition towards a read more

The Gala apples from the departments of Hautes-Alpes and Alpes-de-Haute-Provence are currently being harvested. This variety is the earliest to be harvested, before the Golden apples, which will begin at the end of this week and pick up speed around September 16th. "The apple orchards of the read more

In Pyay, located in the Bago Region, custard apples, a seasonal fruit, are in high demand. Substantial orders are coming in from Yangon and Mawlamyine. The trading activity for these fruits begins at the start of the season and continues strongly. The custard apples are harvested over a period of three months starting from September. read more

Asia Fruit Logistica 2024, which took place in Hong Kong from September 4 to 6, attracted 280 Chinese exhibitors, representing a 12% increase from the previous year. Exhibitors from different Chinese regions, such as Sichuan, Hebei, Shaanxi, and Shanxi, displayed a diverse array of products. Many exhibitors offered... read more

ALDI, part of the ALDI SÜD Group, a multinational reference in the Organized Retail sector, on the occasion of World Day against plastic bags, reaffirms its commitment to a more sustainable future, inviting customers and suppliers to participate. read more

During the second edition of AgriFood Future - a national event dedicated to food and technologies supporting the supply chain - yesterday the workshop "Fruits and vegetables between commodity and speciality" was held, curated by Roberto Della Casa, scientific director of Monitor Ortofrutta. read more

Frutadeli, one of the main producers and exporters of bananas in Ecuador, continues to excel in the global banana market. While Ecuador may not be the largest banana producer in the world, it is the leading exporter known for the quality of its fruit. According to CEO Sandra Monroy, Frutadeli has read more