After a period of calm, which is typical for Egyptian agricultural exports to Europe towards the end of the year, the citrus campaign is now gearing up and is expected to be in full swing in the upcoming weeks. Mohamed Maatouk, the founder of R M Fresh, stated, "The Egyptian orange market has been favorable thus far, but... read more

Researchers from The Ohio State University are requesting voluntary feedback from individuals or businesses involved in growing woody ornamental nursery crops. This brief 5-minute survey is intended to determine research and Extension priorities related to the propagation and liner production of woody ornamental nursery crops. read more

Według Chińskiego Stowarzyszenia Kwiatowego, Chiny są największym producentem świeżo ciętych goździków i lilii na świecie, oraz zajmują drugie miejsce w produkcji świeżych chińskich róż i chryzantem. Dotychczas obszar upraw kwiatów w Chinach osiągnął około 1,5 miliona hektarów. read more

Klaver Flowers begins 2025 as a fully FSI-compliant company. The farm in Wondo Tika, Ethiopia, has not only renewed its MPS-ABC certification but also achieved the EHPEA Code of Practice Silver, benchmarked with Global GAP. These milestones highlight Klaver Flowers' commitment to sustainable… read more

The Italian Competition Authority has published in the bulletin the results of the investigation into the acquisition by Conad Pac2000A of 13 retail stores in the Rome area. read more

The Greek consumption of fruits and vegetables has undergone significant changes over the past 60 years, which is evident in the commercial offerings of wholesale companies that have been catering to the market during this period. One such company is Kavvadias S.A., located in the Athens Central Market. read more

Sprzedaż detaliczna i konsumpcja domowa były żywe podczas okresu świątecznego, a sprzedaż nadal utrzymuje się na wysokim poziomie, gdy w tym tygodniu kraj dotknęła fala zimna. Zgodnie z danymi dotyczącymi plonów, ogłoszonymi przed świętami Bożego Narodzenia, wydaje się, że znaczna część dodatkowej obsianej powierzchni w tym roku została zużyta wcześnie w sezonie. read more

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The Spanish fruit and vegetable exports to the EU reached 8.3 million tons and 11.626 billion euros in the first ten months of 2024, representing 84% of the volume exported in that period, which amounted to 9.8 million tons and 81% of the value.

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The pineapple export sector in Panama is currently experiencing significant challenges this season due to logistical issues, adverse weather conditions, and fluctuations in global prices. Despite attempts to diversify markets and boost production, exporters and producers are still facing obstacles. read more

La Pera Opera, a consortium that brings together about a thousand pear growers and 3,500 hectares of orchards in Emilia-Romagna, is launching a contest with high-tech prizes to boost sales in the Italian retail sector. How does the contest work? read more

Morocco's citrus sector is demonstrating impressive growth, with exports expected to reach 597,000 tons in the 2024-2025 season, marking a 31% increase from the previous year. This development positions the country as the third-largest citrus exporter in Africa, following South Africa and. read more

Nadorcott Protection (NCP) has filed a lawsuit against another major UK retailer. This is the second legal case brought by NCP in UK courts regarding the unauthorized use of Tango/Tang Gold mandarins. Previously, NCP initiated legal proceedings against Sainsbury's in January 2024. read more

The National Garden Bureau (NGB), a 105-year-old non-profit organization, has announced the winners of the 2025 Green Thumb Awards. These awards, established in 1998, recognize new plant varieties and gardening products that meet criteria including uniqueness, innovation, and problem-solving. read more

The Khuzhamov family from Andijan, Uzbekistan has been cultivating roses for nearly 15 years. On their 10-hectare farm, they grow over 500 varieties of roses and they also export seedlings. In 2010, inspired by successful classmates, the family started their flower business. read more

The hi-tech container for cultivating microgreens such as radishes and savoy cabbage is ready for use on the Moon and Mars. The module aims to become a system for producing fresh and nutrient-rich food during long-duration space missions, ensuring to the astronauts. read more

The colder-than-normal temperatures on the Treasure Coast had Pinder's Nursery in Palm City getting ready for the worst but hoping for the best. "With tropical plants, they can start showing damage, some as high as 50 to 45 degrees. You'll start to see some leaf burn. read more

Algarikon Mar Menor, a company from Murcia, has launched the Algarikon Zero project with the aim of addressing one of the region's most urgent environmental challenges: the accumulation of algae on the coasts of the Mar Menor, which is detrimental to local biodiversity. The initiative aims to convert these algae into useful resources. read more

Two days ago, while responding to a journalist from The New York Times during a press conference at Mar-a-Lago, Donald Trump did not rule out the use of military force to regain control of the Panama Canal, which is part of the United States, because - according to him - the operators are at the top. read more

The colder-than-normal temperatures along the Treasure Coast had Pinder's Nursery in Palm City preparing for the worst but hoping for the best. "With tropical plants, they can start showing damage even at temperatures as high as 50 to 45 degrees. You'll start to see some leaf burn, and... read more