Yes, I am a florist in Germany looking for high-quality cut flowers and industry contacts. Fresh-o-Fair GmbH invites you to a series of exclusive information sessions taking place across Germany between September 4th and September 19th. Learn everything about the direct purchase and sale of cut flowers. read more

Rotterdam, one of the world's largest fresh produce ports, is of primary importance for European fruit and vegetable imports and exports. In order to enhance and expand this prominent position, the Rotterdam Food Hub will be developed at the Kop van de Beer. This location was selected due to its read more

Initiatives have been launched to prevent a possible nationwide port strike in India. The Indian Ports Association (IPA), which supervises 12 major public ports in the country, has presented a new wage increase proposal to dockworker unions. This move is intended to avoid the strike. read more

At a global level, the consumption of snacks has significantly increased, from 62.3 million tons in 2019 to approximately 68 million tons by the end of 2023, according to an analysis by the German statistics portal Statista. This increase reflects a read more

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There is a rising interest in agro-voltaics, especially now that institutions have started accepting applications. A company press release states, "There are numerous design and installation companies willing to collaborate with interested farms and other parties to construct the structures." read more

The supply of mangoes from Mexico is reaching the end of the season. "Southern Sinaloa is almost finished, and we are now in the Los Mochis region, which is producing very large Keitt mangos ranging from size 3s to 6s and 7s. The duration of this season will depend on how long the favorable weather conditions persist," says. read more

Rucola della Piana del Sele PGI is well positioned on the national market. "All the major supermarket chains have now included the product in their ranges. We are present in a number of stores, both under our own brand and under private label, and we have developed packaging for both." read more

"The initial batch of 2024 zero-residue figs was shipped out from our warehouse at the start of August. Harvesting activities began approximately two weeks earlier than planned due to extremely high temperatures, which hastened the ripening of the fruit but also resulted in a 20% reduction in size and yield. Subsequently, we encountered some challenges with the crop." read more

For over twenty years, the Georgia Farm Gate Value Report has provided a thorough analysis of the production value of commodities at the county level in Georgia's top industry, agriculture. These reports offer crucial data to farmers in the state and are produced by the University of Georgia Cooperative Extension. read more

Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB), a Belgian university, is launching an innovative combined heat and power (CHP) system on its Etterbeek campus. With an investment of two million euros, this project promises a significant reduction in CO2 emissions. It's one step closer to climate neutrality. read more

According to FreshPlaza, the imports of Moroccan tomatoes by EU member states from September 2023 to May 2024 decreased by 6.8% compared to the same period in the previous year. read more

For years, the main importer has been the Netherlands. Last year, the Netherlands delivered around 10,160 tons of beans to Germany. This represents more than a doubling of imports compared to 2022. Once the season in Central Europe is over, beans from overseas will be increasingly traded. read more

This information is provided by reefertrends and is based on a report from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA). According to the report, cherry production is expected to increase by 8% to 20,000 tons, while a 6% increase is forecasted for peaches and nectarines. The exports... read more

The Marssonina leaf spot disease occurs in apple orchards with reduced fungicide application during the summer. The fungus usually causes star-shaped necrotic lesions on the leaves, which later turn yellow and eventually fall off prematurely. In severe cases, the tree canopies may defoliate before the... read more

In past school years, numerous schools in the six orchard paradise districts of Böblingen, Esslingen, Göppingen, Reutlingen, Tübingen, and Zollernalbkreis have booked the popular orchard education program. The orchard educators work together with the read more

The event took place at the farm of Gaston Michielsens in Rilland, who has planted hazelnuts on 28.5 hectares and is thus the largest nut farming operation in the Netherlands. The field and pear farmer plans to transition his operation entirely to nut and pear cultivation in the future. read more

The UK packaging technology company Proseal has won the FoodTech Equipment of the Year Award at the AgTech Breakthrough Awards for its Case De-Stacker (CDS). The Cheshire-based manufacturer announced this achievement on August 21st. read more

A snack-sized apple supplier Rockit Global is preparing for its Back to School campaign in the Middle East, which is considered a crucial sales period in the Middle East and North Africa region. read more

We are pleased to inform you that ELA Wyrób Folii i Opakowań will be joining as the exhibitors at Fresh Market 2024! read more