The Shanxi Province in North China has reached a significant milestone in fruit exports, with products reaching 78 countries and regions, including key markets such as the United States, Australia, and Russia. Taiyuan Customs emphasized the export of 73 different types of fruit, showcasing a noteworthy accomplishment for the region. read more

Residents of Kaliningrad will not be able to find locally grown vegetables during the winter and spring, as stated by the regional Ministry of Agriculture. This is a result of climate conditions and required technological breaks in greenhouse operations. Open-field vegetable production is active from May to August. read more

The investigation into South Africa's fresh produce market, which began in March 2023, aimed to uncover the factors contributing to the limited involvement of historically disadvantaged individuals (HDPs) and to assess whether price distortions were negatively impacting small-scale farmers and increasing consumer prices. read more

Leonardo Capitanio, President of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH), emphasized the importance of ornamental plants in improving environmental quality and stimulating economic growth during his keynote address at the 8th National Ornamental Plants Congress in Ankara, Turkey. read more

Nowa Zelandia ma dwie główne regiony uprawy jabłek, Hawkes Bay na Wyspie Północnej i Nelson na Wyspie Południowej, które stanowią około 88% produkcji. Reszta jest rozproszona po Otago, Gisborne, Waikato i Wairarapa. Wydaje się, że nowozelandzki przemysł jabłkowy odzyskał siły. read more

Among Kenyans, there is online controversy surrounding the upcoming state visit of King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima, which was announced last week. The royal couple is scheduled to visit the East African country from March 18 to 20, at the invitation of President William Ruto. However, President Ruto is currently facing... read more

Chinese consumers are purchasing abundant flower arrangements to decorate their homes for this year's Spring Festival starting on Jan 29. This is made possible by improved transportation from Yunnan Province, the country's main flower-growing region. Flower sales are booming in anticipation of China's most important festival. read more

In 2024, Greek apple exports reached 25,578 tons, which was a 50% increase compared to the previous season. Out of this total, 18,859 tons were exported to Egypt. This growth can be attributed in part to the relaxation of currency flow restrictions in Egypt. read more

The harvesting of Nova Siri Genetics (NSG) strawberry cultivars has begun a few weeks ago in the main areas of the Mediterranean Basin. The use of NSG varieties has increased by 15% for the 2024/25 campaign compared to the previous one. read more

The Philippines saw a decrease in its ranking as a worldwide banana exporter, dropping from third to fourth place in 2024, as reported by the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). This change was linked to a 3% decrease in banana exports, which was influenced by negative factors. read more

Sezon marokańskich borówek rozpoczął się dość cicho, na tle zaciętej konkurencji, podczas gdy inne regiony dostarczają duże ilości na światowy rynek. Wciąż jest za wcześnie, aby uzyskać jasny obraz kształtowania się sezonu, ale wskaźniki dają marokańskim eksporterom dobrą
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Od 28 stycznia do 31 stycznia 2025 r. IPM Essen ponownie odbędzie się w Essen, Niemczech. To wydarzenie stanowi centralną platformę dla specjalistów z branży ogrodniczej do wymiany wiedzy, eksploracji innowacji i wzmacniania relacji biznesowych. "IPM Essen pozostaje istotnym spotkaniem. read more

Klasmann-Deilmann, międzynarodowy dostawca substratów, twierdzi, że jednym z jego największych wyzwań jest transformacja firmy w kierunku zrównoważonego modelu. W swoim raporcie zrównoważonego rozwoju na 2023 rok, Klasmann-Deilmann opisał swoje działania mające na celu zmniejszenie emisji CO2 oraz zwiększenie wykorzystania alternatywnych. read more

Starting from January 14th, the Cosmic Crisp apple, a Voge Vip apple with a celestial taste, is once again available in European markets, bringing with it a multi-channel advertising campaign. Volumes have increased to 21,000 tons. read more

A new biostimulant product made from extracts of algae, derived from native strains from Mar Menor (Region of Murcia) and La Albufera (Valencian Community), is being studied. It promises to revolutionize horticultural and citrus agriculture. This innovation is at the core of the Linomar project. read more

Peloton Produce is a company based in Lincolnshire that grows vegetables in the heart of Lincolnshire on silt lands and Cornwall, as well as in Southern Spain. They reported that in the lead-up to Christmas, sales were strong and crops were generally exceeding production forecasts. During the Christmas... read more

Authorities in Turkey have taken action against a plant disease detected in a shipment of potatoes, resulting in the destruction of approximately 400 tons at a port in the southern city of Mersin. The shipment, which was initially exported to Tunisia, was sent back to Turkey, where it was found to be contaminated. read more

The Dutch rose grower Marjoland has introduced a new rose called Novi. "The 10th rose from Marjoland completes the assortment with its intense orange color," shared the Marjoland team on LinkedIn. They also mentioned that the first roses are being harvested and will soon be available exclusively. read more

W Bangladeshu powierzchnia przeznaczona na uprawę ziemniaków wzrosła do rekordowych 521 000 hektarów w tym roku. Pomimo tego wzrostu producenci coraz bardziej martwią się o straty finansowe spowodowane spadającymi cenami ziemniaków. Ceny detaliczne w Dhace spadły do przedziału od 0,27 do 0,46 USD za 1 kg. read more

Rynek pora na porówki picked up after the festive season. "We remained busy during the Christmas period. That's not a bad thing, but fortunately, prices are decent again now. I think everyone can make a living," says Tom Desmet of Desmet Agro. The leek market has been volatile so far, explains read more