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

The strawberry harvest in Egypt started in mid-November, and the first deliveries reached Europe in the 47th week of last year. The initial high price, almost double compared to the previous season due to lack of competition in the market, has already started to decrease. read more

Rwanda witnessed a significant growth in its fruit export industry during the fiscal year 2023/2024, with official reports showing a 61% increase in revenue to $30.6 million, compared to $19 million in the previous period. This information was provided by the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources. read more

Selex Retail Group confirms its leading role in the Private Label sector, presenting at Marca by BolognaFiere the achieved results and future strategies. With a turnover in Private Label of around 2.2 billion euros in 2024 and a growth trend exceeding 6%, the read more

Amidst the lush, rolling hills of Mao, a little girl would hurry home from school, her footsteps quickening as the scent of fresh earth and wildflowers filled the air. Her parents, hardworking farmers, would be in the fields; she would eagerly lend a hand, carrying baskets of fruits and. read more

Europe's mushroom cultivation is a strategic agricultural sector that blends tradition with innovation. This sector produces approximately one million tonnes of mushrooms annually, offering a significant source of income for thousands of farmers. Additionally, mushrooms provide a healthy and sustainable food product. read more

The Pears from Rincón de Soto, upon receiving this distinctive for the fourth consecutive time,

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Nunhems, the horticultural seed brand of BASF, marks a major milestone with the presentation of Pantani, a Spanish cucumber variety with absence of star at the fruit.

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A video by content creator Jaskarn Singh Sidhu has gone viral, amassing 12 million views for its comedic take on sophisticated eating habits. The clip humorously showcases a woman in a posh restaurant eating a banana with a fork and butter knife. She delicately trims the ends, peels the banana, read more

Sorma Group, a leading technical partner for fruit and vegetable operators in post-harvest processing and packaging, is participating this year at Marca by Bolognafiere as an exhibitor (today and tomorrow, January 15-16, Hall 29, Stand D72). This is the only trade fair dedicated to this sector. read more

Svensson recently released its 2025 Rebates Guides, aimed at helping greenhouse growers in North America save on energy-efficient upgrades and improve their operations. These guides offer information on funding opportunities for climate screens, vertical airflow systems, and... read more

Planasa, a leading company in the agri-food sector specializing in the research of plant varieties and nurseries in the berries category, announced today the appointment

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This week, analysts from the EastFruit project have reported a decline in wholesale prices for carrots in Ukraine. Producers are stating that they are now sorting through their current stock of root vegetables more frequently, with rejection rates notably higher than before. read more

Brazil has solidified its position as a key player in the international fresh fruit market, with exports surpassing 1 million tons and generating revenues exceeding $1.287 billion in 2024. This represents a 3% increase in revenue, despite a slight 0.85% decrease in export volume compared to the previous year. read more

Obecnie prawie 40 procent populacji dorosłych należy do pokolenia Z lub Millenialsów, znanych także jako Pokolenie Wygody. Do 2030 roku, ta grupa będzie stanowić ponad połowę populacji dorosłych. Przemysł truskawkowy skoncentrował się w szczególności na tej grupie konsumentów. Dlaczego? read more