The Cranberry Plunge in Ontario will be back from September 21 to October 27, 2024, at Johnston's Cranberry Marsh in Bala. Guests can walk through a sea of floating cranberries during the harvest while wearing chest waders provided by the farm. The experience is priced at $20 per person, and visitors can also read more

The USDA has released a report on the progress and condition of crops in California, including fruit, nut, and vegetable crops. Stone fruit and citrus orchards have been fertilized and treated with fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, while pruning and shredding activities have also been ongoing. Additionally, irrigation has been implemented to support crop growth. read more

Over 100 farmers, including members of the BC Tree Fruits Cooperative, gathered at an intersection in Kelowna, B.C. to advocate for the survival of the cooperative in the face of financial challenges. The cooperative, which is dealing with a $58 million debt, has filed for creditor protection, impacting around 300 individuals. read more

A species of melon, previously thought to be almost extinct, is making a comeback in Montreal, its city of origin. The Montreal melon, which was once considered a luxury item popular among the elite in the late 1800s, is being revitalized through local efforts. This fruit was traditionally grown along the St. Lawrence River. read more

The Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, in collaboration with stakeholder institutions, has successfully obtained a geographical indication registration from the European Union (EU) for the Hüyük strawberry. This accomplishment increases the total number of Turkish products recognized by the EU. read more

Top fruit, such as apples and pears, is a popular fruit variety. The top fruit industry is constantly evolving and encountering various challenges, including climate change and the development of new varieties. These factors highlight the significance of maintaining high quality standards for apples and pears. The decisions we make in regards to them are crucial. read more

E-Gro is hosting webinars on the significance of nutrients in flower fertility, diagnostics, and common mimics in floriculture. The speakers for all three webinars will be Patrick Veazie and Brian Whipker from North Carolina State University. For more details about the calcium webinar, please visit their website. read more

There is a new trend on Instagram and Tik Tok called "Banana botox", which involves rubbing the fruit peel on the face to reduce wrinkles similar to botox. This is what can be learned from numerous viral content on social networks. read more

In watermelon, there is a trend towards increasing segmentation of the product, especially in the Hypermarket and Supermarket channels, at the expense of large sizes. In melon, assortments are broader thanks to the introduction of new types and the promotion of excellent products. read more

Six water tanks were installed on the campus of PTS Mechelen this summer, according to the Province of Antwerp. The installation of the tanks is part of a new construction project that emphasizes sustainability. Each of the six tanks has a diameter of three meters and a length of 15 meters, and they are designed to collect water. read more

The Moroccan raspberry campaign has begun. The initial harvests are underway, and the first shipments have already been sent out. According to Amine Bennani, President of the Moroccan Association of Soft Fruits Growers, the industry has achieved stability despite facing growing challenges. read more

The Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA) has revealed that Iran's potato exports reached a value of $52 million in the first five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20-August 21). Potatoes were the fifth most exported product during this period. read more

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The Chilean company Garcés Fruit has excelled in growing kiwis, winning over the palates of consumers in various international markets. Hernán Garcés, president of the company established in the 1960s in central Chile, attributes the company's sustained growth to teamwork and its relationship. read more

In the first seven months of 2024, Georgia imported 7.5 times more vegetables than it exported, with $43.817 million in imports compared to $5.766 million in exports, according to the National Statistics Office of Georgia. Among the vegetables Georgia exported, the top earners were tomatoes. read more

A delegation from the Animal and Plant Quarantine Agency (APQA) of South Korea has visited Chile to assess the implementation of the agreed-upon measures for the export of blueberries to South Korea. Inspector Nam Jessie Hwa Yeun, along with officials from the Agriculture and Livestock Service, participated in the evaluation. read more

September started with speculation and unfair price cuts agreed by the industrial side to wine grape and tomato producers. This was reported by CIA Agricoltori Italiani di Capitanata, through a preliminary analysis of the respective campaigns. read more

Ostatnie dane ujawniają wyraźny spadek eksportu jabłek z Ukrainy do krajów afrykańskich oraz stałe braki przesyłek do Białorusi. Od stycznia do czerwca 2024 roku głównymi nabywcami ukraińskich jabłek były Zjednoczone Emiraty Arabskie (5 900 ton), Arabia Saudyjska (4 100 ton), Irak (3 200 ton), Gruzja (2 600 ton), read more

On September 1, 2024, Tajikistan's grape harvest exceeded 31,000 tons, marking an elevenfold increase compared to the previous year, as reported by the Ministry of Agriculture. The significant loss of grape plantations in the winter of 2022 due to cold weather conditions had a detrimental impact. read more

W ostatnich latach obszar High Barind Tract, obejmujący dystrykty Rajshahi, Chapai Nawabganj i Naogaon w środkowo-zachodnim Bangladeszu, doświadczył znacznego wzrostu upraw sadów owocowych, w tym mango, liczi i papai, kosztem tradycyjnych pól ryżowych i pszenicznych. Raihan Kabir Ranju, miejscowy read more