The average price of Chinese cabbage in the Polish wholesale market has slightly decreased this week, but that doesn't mean that "pekinka" has suddenly become cheap. Chinese cabbage still remains more expensive than in the same period in previous years. Is this trend likely to continue in the coming weeks? read more

According to the Federal Agency for Agriculture and Nutrition (BLE), this is the conclusion of two studies conducted by the University Hospital Bonn (UKB) and the University of Bonn, in which a total of 2,000 adults participated. read more

There is still very few cucumbers on the Polish market, both field-grown and greenhouse-grown. However, this week the supply of these vegetables has slightly improved, which is reflected in the changes in wholesale prices of these vegetables. read more

The past few days have brought significant changes in the prices of industrial pears. At least in terms of the raw material that is being purchased at the upper end of the range. So, what are the current prices for the purchase of industrial pears? read more

Sydney-based Umall Asian Supermarket has acquired Delish Deliveries with the goal of combining the strengths of both companies to provide a better shopping experience for customers throughout the region. read more

As the fifth season of Lovita® plums approaches, growers are set to harvest 800 tonnes of heart-shaped, red-fleshed plums from the Occitanie and Provence regions of France. These will be available on shelves starting September 2. While this year's yield is slightly lower than last year's, the quality remains excellent. read more

Researchers are exploring innovative methods to manage the corn earworm population, a significant pest affecting sweet corn crops in Colorado. The pest, which is actually a moth, has developed resistance to traditional insecticides, prompting the need for alternative solutions. Adrian Card, a read more

Avocado has become an important agricultural export and source of livelihood for many small-scale producers in East Africa. Avocado production has seen significant growth in the region, especially in countries like Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda. The region's diverse climatic... read more

Listed New Zealand produce company Seeka has released its unaudited interim results for the six months ending on 30th June 2024. Seeka's chief executive Michael Franks stated, "Seeka has improved its financial performance due to higher kiwifruit volumes in New Zealand and Australia." The company reported a net profit before tax. read more

Preparations for the upcoming Moroccan soft fruit season are advancing as the sector bounces back from challenging years that were characterized by climatic risks and business setbacks. Zouhir Disouria, a producer in the Larache region, stated, "Growers in the region are getting ready, tending to the soil, placing orders for plants, and... read more

Cengiz Bostanci, an agricultural engineer for the Turkish Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in Bartin, states that the aronia fruit is gaining popularity among consumers seeking a healthy diet. "Aronia is one of the medicinal aromatic plants that thrive in Turkey's fertile soil," he explains. read more

Jordan has been putting in place measures that delay the entry of Syrian trucks through the Nassib-Jaber crossing, with the aim of redirecting them towards Saudi Arabia. This has led to spoilage of goods, a decrease in their quality, and higher costs for exporters. Mohammad al-Aqqad, a member of the... read more

A.P. Moller - Maersk and the General Ports Authority of Saudi Arabia 'Mawani' have announced the opening of the largest Maersk Logistics Park in the Middle East at Jeddah Islamic Port today. The 225,000 sq. m. facility, with an investment of 250 million USD, is the largest single-site Logistics Park in the region. read more

While the season for conventional top fruit has already started, the organic supply is also in full swing. At VerKen Bio Deli-Vers, we have finished picking the organic QTee© apples and will soon begin harvesting the Conference variety. "With the resistant varieties, we are pleased to see that there are not many issues to complain about." read more

W Ukrainie ceny białej kapusty zaczęły spadać. Według danych monitorowania dziennego EastFruit, obserwuje się tendencję do obniżenia cen w tym segmencie z powodu niskiego popytu na produkt. read more

A key sector for Africa's development. This is how Renzo Piraccini, the president of Macfrut (a fair scheduled to take place in Rimini from May 6th to 8th, 2025), spoke about the fruit and vegetable industry during the event "Africa, Italy, Europe: a new cooperation for sustainable development". read more

Bioma Colombia, an emerging startup in the agro-food sector, is leading the way in producing organic lulo in regenerative agroforestry systems. Under the leadership of Melissa Sampayo and Felipe Zuluaga, the company has successfully showcased its production capabilities through a pilot test, yielding 600 kilos. read more

Starway to Heaven™ Japanese Snowbell (Styrax japonicus 'RNI-Rixred' PP35353) was selected by professional judges as the Best in Show winner at the 2024 Farwest Show's New Varieties Showcase. The plant, discovered by Chris and Josh Robinson at Robinson Nursery, stands out for its unique qualities. read more

The laborious task of applying budbreak chemicals to every node expected to start flowering at the end of this month has been completed. Each kiwi plant has been pruned to approximately 32 canes of 2.5 meters in length, with nodes spaced every 75mm to 100mm. Now, farmer Danie Meyer of Nooyenskopje says that the task is done. read more

Amid a challenging summer marked by heatwaves and unpredictable rainfall, Moldova's agricultural sector, a key source of income, is undergoing a significant transformation. The European Union is experiencing a rise in fruit imports from Moldova as the country diversifies its export markets. read more