Mushroom growers in Northern Ireland are expressing concerns about the seasonal worker visa scheme, which is expected to cost the sector around £16,000 per farm annually. This issue has emerged as the new Labour government in the UK has imposed a limit of 43,000 migrant workers for the year 2025. read more

W październiku 2024 roku Związek Rolników Wietnamu wyróżnił 63 spółdzielnie na terenie całego kraju za wyjątkową wydajność, a wśród uhonorowanych znalazła się Spółdzielnia Produkcji i Konsumpcji Bezpiecznych Warzyw Tuy Loan z Da Nang. To wyróżnienie stanowi bodziec dla spółdzielni. read more

Munters AB, including its business area FoodTech, has acquired Hotraco, a company based in Hegelsom, from the Amsterdam-based family office Nedvest. This acquisition represents a move in Munters' strategy to develop a digital ecosystem centered around data capture platforms and software that provide additional support. read more

Marjoland has implemented an IIVO system to assist in its cultivation process. This advancement represents a significant stride in the company's goal to enhance automation and efficiency in its production process. The system allows for precise climate control and improved energy efficiency. read more

Przemysł borówkowy w Peru nadal umacnia swoją pozycję na rynku międzynarodowym, z Stanami Zjednoczonymi, Europą i Chinami jako głównymi destynacjami. Według Luisa Miguela Vegasa, dyrektora generalnego ProArándanos, kampania 2024 rozpoczęła się wolniej niż zwykle. read more

The last months of the Dutch and Belgian strawberry season are now underway at Special Fruit. "Volumes were slow to start, but overall, it has been a good season. At the moment, however, we are seeing a slight dip as some crops have finished or are producing minimal volumes. Nevertheless, we are still expected to have a successful end to the season." read more

Marjoland has implemented an IIVO system to assist in its cultivation process. This advancement represents a significant stride in the company's goal to enhance automation and efficiency in its production processes. The system provides precise climate control and improves energy efficiency, contributing to better growing conditions. read more

As of this week, Cornelis Jan Flowers will introduce its latest red spray chrysanthemum, Redbone, at the flower auctions of FloraHolland Aalsmeer and Naaldwijk. (VBN code: 129998) With a weekly availability of 60,000 stems, Redbone is being sold through the FloraHolland auctions in Aalsmeer and Naaldwijk. read more

The Federal Agricultural Marketing Authority (Fama) is contemplating increasing vegetable imports in response to the effects of unpredictable weather on production in Cameron Highlands. The region has faced fungal diseases, causing vegetable prices to increase by 20% to 50%, as reported by Syed. read more

Rozpoczynając od wtorku, 22 października, marka „La Hacienda” będzie dostępna w Keelings w Barendrecht. „Wiele osób nadal pamięta tę markę ze względu na wysokiej jakości mango i awokado z Peru. Począwszy od tygodnia 43, pierwsze mango odmiany Kent przetransportowane drogą powietrzną dotrą do Keelings, a wkrótce potem... read more

World Tulip Society Chairman Ibo Gulsen has expressed his optimistic outlook on the expanding potential of the tulip market in China. In an interview with Xinhua during the World Tulip Summit, a biennial event organized by the World Tulip Society, Gulsen highlighted the opportunities for growth in China. The summit took place in The Hague from October 16 to 18. read more

According to analysts at EastFruit, the increase in potato prices in Ukraine is ongoing. Monitoring data shows that there have been positive price trends for over a month, starting from the last decade of September this year. Traditionally, potato prices in Ukraine do not increase. read more

Illinois Foundation Seeds, Inc. (IFSI) has successfully acquired sweet corn genetics from Del Monte Foods. CEO of IFSI, Clinton Naugle, commented, "This acquisition signifies a crucial milestone in furthering our global expansion strategy. We are dedicated to maintaining the solid performance foundation." read more

BioTherm has launched its latest line of Sterling unit heaters, now accessible through the company's exclusive partnership as Sterling's OEM partner for horticulture. These heaters are specifically crafted to cater to the distinctive needs of horticultural settings, emphasizing energy efficiency and dependability. read more

Pierwsze kontenery marokańskich mandarynek pod marką Gaudias zostaną wysłane w tym tygodniu i spodziewane są na przyszły wtorek w firmie Wilkofruit w Prinsenbeek. "Maroko ma w tym roku dobre zbiory cytrusów. Zbiory zeszłego roku były rozczarowujące, ale w tym roku drzewa są dobrze przygotowane do produkcji... read more

The government of South Korea has committed to providing 24,000 tonnes of cabbage from national reserves to help support the upcoming peak season for kimchi production. This decision was made due to the impact of unusually hot weather on the cabbage harvest. Kimchi is a key element of South Korean cuisine. read more

New Zealand-based agritech company Robotics Plus is currently at FIRA USA showcasing Prospr, its autonomous, multi-use, hybrid vehicle for agriculture. Prospr is designed to perform various tasks in orchards and vineyards more efficiently and sustainably, while also reducing the need for labor. read more

The first clementines with the quality seal confirming their origin in the Valencian Community have started to arrive in Spanish stores. Consumers can look for the PGI Cítricos Valencianos label on products sold by retailers Consum, Eroski, Caprabo, and Alcampo. read more

BioTherm has launched its latest range of Sterling unit heaters, now accessible through the company's exclusive partnership as Sterling's OEM partner for horticulture. These heaters are specially crafted to address the distinctive needs of horticultural settings, emphasizing energy efficiency and dependability. read more

Brazil is still exporting ginger to the U.S. even though there are only about five to six weeks left in the season. Apanatche Bark stated, "We still have approximately 10 percent of our total production from growers. Overall, the growers had about 20 percent less ginger this season." read more