Storms with heavy rainfall, strong gusts of wind, and hail have been reported in various parts of eastern Spain, causing significant damage to agriculture in the Valencian Community. According to AVA-ASAJA, the Valencian Agricultural Producers' Association, the heavy rains are flooding fields and uprooting crops. read more

With the peak export season approaching, especially for fruits destined for the holidays, shipping costs are expected to rise due to limited cargo availability starting in November. In order to meet the cold chain requirements for perishable goods, Beijing Sino-Agricultural Biosciences Co., Ltd., a provider of temperature data... read more

For about 30 years now, Jardin des Papes, a family business based in Carpentras (Vaucluse), has been producing strawberries, melons, and grapes (Muscat, Lavallée, and Apyrene varieties) on almost 180 hectares. Two years ago, a subsidiary was created, specializing in the production of nectars and. read more

With the autumn holiday, the market for exotic fruits is currently quieter. "Sales always dip a bit during these weeks, but in the coming weeks, we expect a gradual increase," says Ive Lambert from Starfruit, who notes that offering niche products in the exotic segment will become increasingly... read more

One grower has stepped forward in Zevenhuizen, the Netherlands, in response to a call from grid operator Liander for flexible power. As a result, thirteen farms will receive power. In Boskoop, no additional space for connecting farms has been identified so far. Another company has also reported interest there, but their participation is still pending. read more

Burze i ulewy, które nawiedziły wschodnią i południową Hiszpanię we wtorek, spowodowały śmierć ponad 50 osób i zalanie części regionu. read more

Burza i ulewny deszcz, które nawiedziły wschodnią i południową Hiszpanię we wtorek, spowodowały śmierć ponad 50 osób i podtopiły części regionu. read more

Fresh Del Monte Produce, through its vegetable division Mann Packing, has announced the sale of its Fresh Leaf Farms brand and operations to First Leaf Farms. read more

In this context, ZVG President Eva Kähler-Theuerkauf pointed out the importance of energy costs for protected horticulture in Germany. "The previous approach of the federal government to make energy prices internationally competitive is aimed at an industrial electricity price." read more

The trend calculation shows only a minimal annual production growth of 0.1%. Despite some fluctuations, this indicates a largely stable production volume. Far ahead of other production countries, China has been consistently ranked at the top position for years. In the year... read more

Michael Fletcher has been appointed as the new managing director of convenience store group Spar UK Ltd. read more

Pink Lady apples has launched a new campaign in the UK with the aim of generating excitement around lunchtime. read more

Brazilian fruit exports increased by 8.51% in value between January and August 2024 compared to the same period last year, despite experiencing a 3.34% decrease in volume. read more

This is intended to reflect the faculty's changed academic focus. "With the name change, we want to emphasize that in addition to agricultural sciences, nutrition and engineering sciences are also central pillars of our research and teaching," explained Dean Prof. read more

Global food technology company Tomra Food has announced the extension of its partnership with Citrus Australia. read more

In recent years, there have been several trends observed in the European citrus market. One such trend is the increasing demand for organic citrus fruits, driven by a growing consumer preference for organic and sustainable products. Another trend is the rising popularity of specialty citrus varieties, such as blood oranges and Meyer lemons, which are valued for their unique flavors and characteristics. Additionally, there is a growing focus on transparency and traceability in the citrus supply chain, with consumers seeking information about the origins and production practices of the fruits they purchase. Overall, these trends indicate a shift towards more diverse, sustainable, and high-quality citrus products in the European market. read more

Firma w USA stworzyła nowy gatunek migdałów, który opisuje jako samozapylający, potencjalnie przełomowe osiągnięcie, które mogłoby zrewolucjonizować sposób uprawy orzechów. read more

In addition to the University of Osnabrück, the German Institute of Food Technologies (DIL) is also involved in this project, which started in August of this year and will run until March 2027. The project is funded by the Federal Agency for Agriculture and Food (BLE). read more

Heavy rainfall this week on Sardinia has caused flooding, especially in the central and southern parts of the island: According to Terra e Vita, leafy greens such as lettuce and potatoes have been affected by the water masses, as well as the typical Sardinian artichokes. read more

With a clear mandate, vision, and strategy, Janine Luten, together with the employees, management, and board, has succeeded in creating an association and a professionally operating organization, as stated by GroentenFruit Huis. "We would like to thank Janine for her efforts." read more