Household consumption of fresh vegetables in 2023 was 48.92 kilograms per person per year, a decrease of 2.6% compared to the previous year, equivalent to consuming about 1.3 kilograms less than the previous year.

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From July 1 to 5, BASF|Nunhems organized a new edition of its Melon & Watermelon Business Event by Experts at its R&D center in La Palma, in Cartagena, Spain. Once again, under the slogan 'What's Next', the seed company brought together growers, marketers, and distributors from all continents to showcase. read more

W 2023 roku Maroko stało się piątym największym dostawcą świeżych borówek do krajów Azji Południowo-Wschodniej, zwiększając swoje wolumeny eksportowe o 3,3 razy od 2019 roku, według danych EastFruit. Obecne tempo eksportu z Maroka wskazuje na dalszy rozwój na tym rynku. W 2023 roku Maroko dostarczyło... read more

The export of limes from Brazil is ongoing, even during the winter low harvest season. The country is facing logistical challenges with shipping lines skipping certain ports, but this is not hindering Brazilian lime producers from exporting their fruit. "The geographical spread of lime growing areas" is also contributing to the consistent exports. read more

The Springdale city council has approved a plan to construct a 3,600 square foot greenhouse near J.B. Hunt Park. The estimated cost of the greenhouse is around $224,000, and it is intended to be utilized for schools and educational events. This initiative is expected to result in cost savings for Springdale taxpayers as the city can utilize the greenhouse for various purposes. read more

The campaign of the medium-late apricots in Puglia was not very easy due to the climatic conditions that influenced some phenological phases. This is reported by Ruggiero Iodice, owner of the agricultural company F.lli Iodice, who dedicates 5 hectares to the medium-late varieties. read more

In Germany, the current negotiations on collective agreements between terminal operators and labor unions have escalated into strike actions at major ports, including Bremerhaven and Hamburg. Ver.di, a trade union based in Berlin, has begun warning strikes at several terminals in anticipation of... read more

Beneficial Insectary, a part of the Biobest division within the BioFirst Group, is excited to announce that Jimmy (Jim) McCanlies has joined the team as Sales Director for the USA. Jim brings with him a wealth of experience in the horticultural and agricultural sectors, with a strong passion for supporting the success of growers. read more

Granada's cherry season has already passed its midpoint and the production and prices are meeting producer's expectations. The fruits have very high calibers and extraordinary quality, stated Antonio Ortega, president of the Maitena del Genil cooperative. "Nearly 80% of the cherries that arrive read more

Po rozpoczęciu peruwiańskiego sezonu zbioru i eksportu organicznego imbiru, gdy ceny były najwyższe jak dotąd, ceny zaczęły spadać. Zdaniem Marco Antonio Salasa Cuevy, dyrektora generalnego, przewidywane jest również, że pod koniec sezonu zapasy imbiru z Peru się wyczerpią. read more

The UK's first 100 per cent Fairtrade-certified macadamia nuts will be available for purchase at Central Co-op stores before Fairtrade Fortnight in September, the retailer announced today (10 July). read more