The Técnicas Sanjorge (TSJ) company has announced that it will begin its expansion phase in Africa, starting with Morocco. This expansion will be overseen by Omar Taleb, an agricultural engineer with over 15 years of experience in the sector. Taleb will be responsible for Development and Commercial Expansion. read more

On April 10, 2024, the XI International Exhibition on Floriculture & Green Industry was officially opened in Astana, Kazakhstan. Around 20 Dutch companies participated in the exhibition, showcasing their flowers and floristry expertise while also being prepared to share their knowledge and experience in the field. read more

ALDI has increased the amount of fruit and vegetables sold by 39% in the last five years. The company's internal data shows a higher consumption by its customers. This demand has also been reflected in the sales receipts. In 2023, up to

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In the fall of 2023, Ocean Network Express (ONE) partnered with Portchain to enhance collaboration with container terminals through the innovative Portchain Connect platform. The success of Portchain's platform, which was adopted by a growing network of 100 terminals, enabled ONE to. read more

South Africa has recently requested consultation with the World Trade Organization (WTO) to seek independent facilitation for a technical issue related to Citrus Black Spot (CBS) in a non-confrontational manner with the EU. This information was provided by Justin Chadwick, CEO of the Citrus Growers Association of Southern Africa. read more

The world's first diamond made from carbon elements derived from peonies made its debut on Wednesday in Luoyang, Henan province. The 3-carat diamond was created using carbon from red peonies sourced from the national flower garden in Luoyang. It was donated to the Luoyang National Peony Garden by Luoyang Time Promise Co. read more

The Fino lemon campaign is wrapping up in Alicante, with a significant impact that has once again hit producers the hardest. According to price reports from the Valencian Government, the average price per kilogram of Fino lemons at the origin has remained below 20 since the beginning of the year. read more

The current avocado season in Peru is facing significant challenges, with an anticipated decrease of 25% to 30% in production compared to the previous season, as stated by Juan Carlos Paredes, president of the Association of Hass Avocado Producers and Exporters of Peru (Prohass). read more

Croptimum by CHV is an innovative activator based on purified plant molecules, which is attracting a lot of interest from producers and beyond. Its uniqueness lies in the active ingredient: a molecule extracted from onion (QQ2) that reacts with Glutathione, one of the most prominent. read more

The opening of the largest Chiquita Ripening Center in Europe took place recently in Cortenuova, in the province of Bergamo, within the logistics hub of the operator GI.MA.TRANS. The event was attended by Provincial Councilor Massimo Cocchi, along with read more

PGI lemons from Sorrento are well-suited for both the fresh and processed produce markets due to their medium-large size, elliptical shape, juiciness, high vitamin C and mineral salt content, good balance between sugars and acids, and medium-thickness peel, which is particularly suitable. read more

Sun World International, LLC, a global company specializing in fruit variety development and licensing, has successfully thwarted fraudulent activities on the popular social media platform TikTok in China. The company recently discovered unauthorized individuals trying to misrepresent them. read more

Z rosnącym zapotrzebowaniem na owoce i warzywa o niskiej zawartości pozostałości, mechaniczne odchwaszacze stają się coraz ważniejszą częścią rynku. Alessandro Calderoni z firmy Calderoni Rolando we włoskim Forli, omawia sytuację na rynku, wskazując na nieoczekiwane zmiany. Video: read more

In the Lapseki district of Çanakkale, Turkey, known for its important role in the country's fruit production, the orchards are currently in bloom, resembling the Japanese Sakura blossoms. This signals a promising harvest season ahead. Ali Kaçan, the district's ... read more

The Dutch Spring Trials of this year will take place at Benary in Venhuizen, the Netherlands, from April 29 to May 3, 2024. This event will showcase the newest breeding innovations, best-selling products, and established series, all displayed alongside rival varieties. read more

Plant exporter RVE, based in Rijnsburg (the Netherlands), has introduced its consumer brand Ervéyé. The brand is currently sold in supermarkets in Germany, Belgium, and the Netherlands. RVE handles the entire flower and plant selection for over 2,500 supermarkets. read more

The Joint FAO/EBRD Project "Diversifying and adding value to export markets" recently finished a study on market opportunities for fruits and vegetables from Egypt and Morocco in Central Asia, specifically focusing on Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan. The study identified several promising new market niches. read more

In times like these, where the consumption crisis continues to be felt, it is important to skillfully mix various factors within the fruit and vegetable department to stimulate sales. These factors include: a seasonally appropriate assortment, attention to the presentation of the. read more

Dümmen Orange has successfully concluded its participation in the recently completed 2024 California Spring Trials (CAST). Attendance was very high at this year's event, and there were many highlights from the memorable week. The Simply the Best geranium display attracted significant attention. read more

Po raz pierwszy Komisja Europejska jest otwarta na konieczność stosowania chłodzenia dla wszystkich importowanych owoców cytrusowych, które stanowią ryzyko szkodników; środek, którego sektor rolniczy w Walencji domagał się od dawna, aby zapobiec wprowadzaniu chorób i zagwarantować wzajemność w handlu.

The European Commission is open to requiring cold treatment for all imported citrus fruits that present a pest risk for the first time, a measure that the Valencian agricultural sector has long requested to prevent the entry of diseases and to guarantee reciprocity in trade. read more