Floodwaters infiltrated Phu Son Hamlet, Ham My Commune, Ham Thuan Nam District, submerging the area early on Wednesday. The swift increase in water levels within 3-4 hours resulted in the flooding of multiple dragon fruit fields and more than 100 homes. Binh Thuan, home to the country's largest. read more

On September 6, 2024, the town of Karczmiska in Poland's Lublin Voivodeship will host Blueberry Factory 2024, an event marking the end of the blueberry harvest season. This gathering has become an annual tradition for blueberry growers, who come together to review the season's outcomes, discuss... read more

Despite the pepper market performing well in recent weeks, the prices of red peppers, in particular, experienced a significant decrease today. This unexpected drop occurred even though production levels are not very high. Red pepper prices fell to around 75 euro cents, marking a sudden downturn. read more

The Dutch floriculture sector is on the verge of a significant transition, as it moves towards predominantly using natural alternatives and biological control agents instead of chemical crop protection agents. This shift is expected to impact the final product, including its quality, appearance, and the presence of biological factors. read more

NC State University graduate, Dr. Lauren Redpath, achieved success by making a significant contribution to the development of the world's first seedless blackberry variety. According to her, fruits with a more uniform, velvety texture will attract a larger following, which

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Anecoop Group, the leading agri-food cooperative in fruit and vegetable marketing in Spain, is continuing its international expansion. As part of its 25th-anniversary celebrations, its subsidiary in the Czech Republic, Anecoop Praha, inaugurated its new facilities at the end of July. read more

On August 22, the Ministry of Agriculture and Welfare of Farmers of the Republic of India published phytosanitary import requirements for blueberries exported from Poland to India. This marked the end of the process that began in March 2022.

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Once again this year, Egyptian sweet potatoes have entered the market in significant quantities. The crop's success in the commercial sector in recent years has attracted many new growers to the industry, leading to occasional drops in prices. Mohamed Maatouk, CEO of Egyptian Emirati, remains optimistic about the... read more

No matter how experienced you are, something as simple as misplacing a sensor can spiral into a never-ending troubleshooting nightmare, disrupting your entire operation. This nightmare doesn't just stay in the grow room, it manifests in your final product. Proper sensor placement in cultivation... read more

South Africa, a major greenhouse gas emitter, is considering options to reduce its reliance on coal. A study proposes that the country could shift its coal-rich Mpumalanga province, which currently plays a significant role in coal production and electricity generation, towards cultivating citrus fruits and marijuana instead. read more

The British Tomato Growers' Association (BTGA) is getting ready for the British Tomato Conference (BTC) on September 26, 2024. read more

The apple harvest at Lake Constance has started in the past few days and fresh, crunchy apples are being harvested again at Lake Constance. "It is always a great joy when such a beautiful harvest is in the crates in the autumn. The fruit-growing families have been working hard all year for this." read more

Anecoop's Czech subsidiary, Anecoop Prague, has opened a new facility at the Lipence market, which is the hub for wholesale fresh fruit and vegetables in the Czech Republic and a key location for supplying Eastern European countries. The center was officially inaugurated at the end of July. read more

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations has issued a warning about the alarming situation of food production in the Gaza Strip due to Israel's ongoing military attack on the densely populated area since October 7th. read more

Moisture and viral diseases have affected the cucumber plants in recent weeks, reducing the available supply. By mid-month, the scarcity has worsened and prices have further increased significantly. In the current 35th week... read more

Ponad 250 osób wzięło udział w Dniu Pola Winogron Stołowych na średnim i późnym sezonie organizowanym przez Sun World International 22 sierpnia w Centrum Innowacji firmy w Wasco, Kalifornia. read more

After years full of challenges, Italy is still the leading pear producer in Europe and is expected to regain its position in the 2024/25 season with a production that is likely to be acceptable in terms of both quantity and the aesthetic and organoleptic quality of all varieties. read more

In comparison to the average of the last five years, the purchasing quantities of fresh vegetables are even up by 2%. With the high temperatures prevailing this year, not only did the fruit vegetables lead the way. The top spot for the most purchased types of vegetables was taken by read more

The Ecuadorean Federation of Blueberry Producers and Exporters (Fepexa) has elected Luis Ponce, general manager of Nobis Fruit Company, as its new president. read more

The 2,850-ton "Eems Traveller" will dock at the Overseas Bridge in Hamburg on September 3rd and 4th, 2024, according to Port of Hamburg Marketing e.V. The general cargo freighter, flying the Dutch flag, is operated by the Amasus shipping company and has a height of 17 meters. read more