Taiwan produces a wide variety of fruits, but it heavily depends on imports for temperate fruits like apples and cherries. read more

Pagoda Global Fresh (PGF) is on a mission to enhance China's reputation as a provider of top-quality fruits for export. read more

Millions of euros in damages to agricultural productions in open fields and greenhouses, trees swept away, particularly affecting flower and herb plants. The severe weather that has especially hit Liguria is being assessed, with ongoing checks also in Piedmont and Lombardy. Reviewing the situation. read more

The okra sector in Senegal has experienced a decrease in the amount of land dedicated to its cultivation in recent years, a situation attributed by Bineta Hanne, manager of Sipa de Thiambe, to a decline in exports. According to the grower, "We have reduced our okra cultivation area by nearly half as a result of the decrease in exports. Currently, we primarily supply the Senegalese market." read more

In July 2024, the EU calculated orange prices were €79 per 100 kg, representing a decrease of 7.84% from the previous month and an increase of 32.13% compared to the 5-year average. In Spain, orange prices were €89 per 100 kg, approximately 15% higher than the 5-year average. In Greece, oranges were priced at €54 per 100 kg, which was higher than the previous month. read more

Spalona sady, trudności w zbiorach i chciwi pośrednicy: w tym roku zarówno rolnicy, jak i konsumenci odczuwają skutki. Rani Bar Nes, kierownik Działu Owoców w Izraelskiej Radzie Roślin, omówiła problemy sektora w wywiadzie dla gazety *Davar*. W tym sezonie dziesiątki...

Burned orchards, harvesting challenges, and greedy middlemen: this year, both farmers and consumers are feeling the impact. Rani Bar Nes, head of the Fruit Division at the Israeli Plant Council, discussed the sector's struggles in an interview with *Davar* newspaper. This season, tens of... read more

For nearly two decades, Kwekerij Tass has been cultivating their specialty, the Calathea Crocata Tassmania. In the past two years, they have become not only the largest but also the sole professional grower of this plant worldwide. Ronald van der Knaap takes pride in the plants produced by their nursery, which are highly regarded. read more

Marand Company, a Peruvian company specializing in exporting fresh produce, primarily Hass avocados and Kent mangoes, is increasing its footprint in international markets. The company has been strengthening its position in the Asian market, particularly in China, where they have seen significant growth. read more

Artichoke water, made from the whole artichoke including the heart, leaves, and stem, is becoming increasingly popular for its potential health benefits. Packed with vitamins A, B1, C, and minerals such as magnesium and potassium, it has been suggested to aid in lowering cholesterol, reducing stress, and relieving bloating. However, experts caution against relying solely on artichoke water for these benefits. read more

Inicjatywa promująca dynię wśród konsumentów robi kolejny krok naprzód na arenie międzynarodowej. Sakata łączy siły z Veg Power, organizacją non-profit mającą na celu zwiększenie spożycia warzyw w Wielkiej Brytanii, oraz producentem Barfoots, aby zwiększyć świadomość marki Love Butternut. read more

Według pierwszej szacunkowej oceny La Unió Llauradora, grad z ostatnich kilku dni w regionie Vall d'Albaida spowodował straty przekraczające 1,6 miliona euro. Burze dotknęły między 6 000 a 8 000 hektarów. Najbardziej dotkniętym uprawą był kaki, ponieważ grad uszkodził około 4 milionów kilogramów. read more

On Wednesday morning, the members of the Industrial Tomato Organization from Northern Italy met with the Agriculture Assessor of the Emilia-Romagna Region, Alessio Mammi. The meeting took place in Parma, at the headquarters of the organization, and provided the opportunity to assess the situation and outcomes. read more

The Pilipino Banana Growers & Exporters Association, Inc. (PBGEA, Inc.) has urged the Philippine Senate to approve a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with South Korea. This initiative is intended to remove tariffs on bananas, increasing export prospects and balancing out the effects of the Panama. read more

The detection of Tomato brown rugose fruit virus (ToBRFV) in a third property in South Australia has raised concerns about the virus spreading within the region. The Department of Primary Industries and Regions (PIRSA) has connected this new finding to the. read more

Nowe badania przeprowadzone przez grupę biznesową Logistics UK podnoszą perspektywę wzrostu cen żywności i możliwość braków w sklepach w wyniku opóźnień spowodowanych wdrożeniem nowego Europejskiego Systemu Wjazdów i Wyjazdów (EES). Pracując wspólnie z niezależnymi ekspertami od modelowania MDS Transmodal, read more

Clavet Peru, a family business founded in 2003, is strengthening its position in Asian markets by exporting fresh fruits like mangoes, grapes, and blueberries. Vladimir Kocerha, the company's CEO, discussed Clavet's Asian expansion in an interview at the Asia Fruit Logistics fair. read more

Naukowcy z Uniwersytetu Florydy zidentyfikowali główne przyczyny zagrażające zdrowiu i produktywności niektórych najbardziej uwielbianych tropikalnych owoców Florydy: owocu smoczego, guawy i marakui. Odkryli nowe gatunki mikroskopijnych nicieni zwanymi nicieniami, które żyją w glebie. read more

"Last year, during the Madrid Fruit Attraction trade fair, I wondered whether the table grape sector should consider this year an exception, given the resurgence in consumption of traditional grapes in the face of a more limited overall production. Today I can say that it was not an." read more

The Department of Agriculture (DA) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC) recently intercepted a shipment from Thailand at the Manila International Container Port. The shipment contained 3,200 cartons of fresh oranges valued at PHP8.422 million. It was flagged by the DA's Bureau of Plant Industry. read more

Spring, a season known for its unpredictable weather, including hail, presents challenges to peach cultivation. Hail can cause extensive damage, affecting not only the current year's harvest but also future yields. In areas prone to frequent hail, protective measures such as hail screens and netting are often used to mitigate the impact. read more