The over 4,000 apple growers of the Vog-Home of apples Consortium are hard at work on the new harvest. The prospects for the upcoming commercial season are positive, with the guarantee of product availability for 12 months a year. Also contributing to the promising forecasts is the successful closure. read more

Last Friday, Pomanjou, a part of the Innatis group, opened its new fruit processing plant in Verrières-en-Anjou. This state-of-the-art facility combines modernity, efficiency, and cutting-edge technologies. An investment of 30 million euros [33.2 million USD] was needed to outfit this 14,300 square-meter site. read more

This week, Ukrainian vegetable prices have experienced significant hikes, especially for cucumbers and potatoes. Greenhouse cucumbers are now priced between $0.97-$1.45/kg, marking a 14% increase from the previous week. The rise in prices is a result of a reduced supply of both greenhouse and field-grown cucumbers, as demand remains high. read more

"The market for chili peppers is global, but each country has its own traditions and preferences. As a seed company, we have always promoted local flavors and varieties. This has led us to rediscover many Italian local ecotypes and initiate hybridization programs in various directions." read more

The past week was a major milestone for China's pomelo export routes. The "Land-Sea-Rail Pomelo Express," a partnership between COSCO Shipping and MinYue Logistics, was officially launched. This collaboration allows pomelos grown in Zhangzhou, Fujian, to be transported to Europe using a comprehensive "Land-Sea-Rail" route. read more

"It has been years in the making, but Ecuador is finally starting to emerge as serious commercial avocado growers and exporters. According to Juan Diego Chiriboga, Sales and Business Development manager at the Agro-export Unit of Nobis Holdings, "Ecuador as an origin is relatively new." read more

Selecta one is satisfied with the first season of its new LUCKY LIPS® carnation series, which was presented at the IPM in January. "Now that the retail sales season is over, we are pleased to report that the concept has been very well received across the board. read more

New Factor S.p.A., a leading company in the dried and shelled nuts sector, operates at a national level with its own brand Mister Nut and with several Modern Distribution labels under the Distributor Brand. The company is a promoter of the Romagna Nuts supply chain project and... read more

Fernwood has announced a new addition to its horticulture team. Jonathon Hensley, the new Director of Horticulture, officially joined the team on Tuesday, August 20, 2024. Hensley hails from Indianapolis, Indiana, and holds an undergraduate degree in philosophy from Wabash College. read more

Satellite images have captured the demolition and clearing of a large greenhouse site located near the Kumsusan Guesthouse in Pyongyang, Korea. Analysis of Sentinel-2A satellite images taken on Aug. 17 confirmed that the large greenhouse situated approximately 700 meters east of the Kumsusan Guesthouse has been demolished. read more

Fresh vegetable and fruit exporters in Bangladesh are currently encountering challenges caused by a rise in airfreight costs, specifically by Biman Bangladesh Airlines. The national carrier recently hiked up cargo prices significantly, with hikes ranging from 56 percent to 150 percent depending on the read more

The first harvest of Moroccan tomatoes is expected to arrive early this season, unlike the previous season. This is due to more consistent and peaceful planting decisions in the Souss Massa region, which contrasts with the uncertainty of the last season. Oussama Machi, a local vegetable grower, is leading this early harvest. read more

W ciągu ostatnich miesięcy rosyjscy konsumenci zetknęli się ze znacznym wzrostem cen bananów. Według Stowarzyszenia Producentów i Dostawców Produktów Spożywczych ("Rusprodsojuz"), ceny detaliczne bananów wzrosły o 31,2% w ciągu ostatniego roku, osiągając poziom 1,6 USD za kilogram. D. Wostrikov, Dyrektor Wykonawczy read more

We have reached the eighth edition of the column dedicated to the evolution of the profile of the national fruit and vegetable purchasing manager, made possible through the collaboration between Monitor Ortofrutta by Agroter and the Consumer Panel by GfK Italia. read more

Jak Pakistan dąży do utrzymania swojego statusu wśród czołowych producentów mango na świecie, udoskonalenia w opakowaniu i logistyce są niezbędne do podniesienia konkurencyjności jego eksportu mango - tak donosi WealthPK. Pan Nurullah, Starszy Oficer Naukowy w Narodowym Badaniu Rolniczym. read more

The events of the 75th edition of the National Pepper Fair of Carmagnola continue, scheduled until Sunday, September 8th. During its first long weekend, the event has already attracted around 150,000 visitors who have been able to enjoy a wide and varied range. read more

Ecuador is looking towards Asia with high expectations for the growth of its foreign trade, especially following the trade agreement with China that came into effect in May. According to the Export and Investment Promotion Corporation (Corpei), Ecuador has established trade relations with 42 of the 51 Asian countries. read more

In a joint effort, GOexotika brings together five key actors: the University of Almería, the Cajamar Group Foundation, through the Cajamar Las Palmerillas Experimental Station, and its knowledge community. read more

Over 1200 operators from worldwide prominence are expected for this prestigious showcase, a true meeting point for the leading players in the industry. On this unique occasion, visitors will have the opportunity to see up close and experience firsthand the innovations they bring. read more

Davidorlah Farms, known for its expertise in pineapple cultivation, has revealed that it will be offering 50,000 hectares of land to farmers interested in Nigeria. Ambassador Olusegun Alabi, the CEO, disclosed information about this program during a press conference held at the National Assembly complex. read more