As anticipation grows for the government's main budget for 2024/25, scheduled to be presented in the National Assembly, the horticultural champion has submitted a wish list to boost the multi-million-dollar industry. The Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA) has proposed important fiscal reforms. read more

The Sila potato sector is constantly growing, with many projects on the horizon to enhance the plateau's tubers and develop new opportunities for the area. read more

The organic agriculture sector is experiencing a "moment of great concern" due to the progressive abandonment of this model. The provincial secretary of COAG Almería, Andrés Góngora, has told Fruit Today that in the last 2 years, the area under organic cultivation has been decreasing at a steady pace. read more

The Mintec Benchmark for English white potatoes reached a new all-time high of £750/MT on June 11th, marking an 87.5% increase year-on-year. Market sources indicate that supplies will continue to be limited until the maincrop harvest in mid-July for English white potatoes. read more

Italy stands out as the top destination in the balance of Andalusian agri-food exports between the months of January and March this year compared to the same period last year, as they increased from 263.9 million euros in 2023 to 395.8 million in 2024, representing a 50% increase. read more

Catalan agricultural organizations have asked the Administration to expedite the regularization of individuals without a residence permit or to renew their work permits as soon as possible, in order to meet the high demand for labor expected for the upcoming season. read more

June is here, and it's time to celebrate National Rose Month! Roses are not only beautiful flowers; they also have a significant place in history and in the hearts of people around the world. For centuries, roses have been symbols of love, beauty, and passion. In 1959, the United States officially recognized them by dedicating a whole month to celebrate them. read more

The last word will not be said in packaging for fresh vegetables and fruit for a long time, and Silbo is launching new packaging to emphasize that statement, FreshPlaza informs. According to Marcin Śpiewok, owner of the Polish packaging manufacturer and originator of the new packaging, this. read more

Berry grower Hall Hunter has high expectations for its 2024 UK blueberry season. The company has 140 hectares of production spread across four farms in Berkshire and Surrey and supplies all the major UK supermarkets. This year, it expects to harvest a crop of 3,000 tonnes of blueberries. read more

The exclusive distributor of StoreGuard in the UK, a new method for maintaining the color of fries made from potatoes, is getting ready for its first complete season. read more